Engineering
Network, WiFi and CCTV design before installation
Before buying a single device: where each point goes, which model, how much cable and how the network is organised.
In short: Network design defines the architecture (gateway, switches, links), the location of access points and cameras on plan, networks and VLANs, video storage and the hardware budget.
Our approach
In a warehouse, a hotel or a large villa, design avoids the two most expensive mistakes: falling short (areas without coverage, switches without PoE ports) and overdoing it (high-end equipment where it isn't needed).
We work on plans, with a site visit when possible, and deliver a document that can be used to build the installation, whether with us or with your contractor.
Benefits
What you gain
No surprises
Materials and budget defined before starting.
Coordination with the build
Points and conduits planned in time.
Correct sizing
Neither short nor oversized.
Scalable
Ready to expand without starting over.
Applications
Where we install it
New builds
Pre-installation for network, WiFi, cameras and access.
Industrial units
Coverage at height and links between buildings.
Hotels
User density per floor and common areas.
Process
How we work on this service
- 01
Requirements
Uses, users, areas and expected growth.
- 02
Plans
Location of every device and routes.
- 03
Architecture
Logical diagram, VLANs and sizing.
- 04
Final document
Report, bill of materials and quote.
Compatible products
Hardware at the service of the design
Cloud Gateways
Router, firewall and the console that runs Network, Protect and Access.
- UCG-Ultra
- UCG-Max
- UCG-Fiber
- UDM-Pro
- UDM-SE
- UDM-Pro-Max
The model is chosen by number of devices, required security throughput and whether it must record cameras.
Switches
Wired network and PoE power for access points, cameras and readers.
- USW Lite 8/16 PoE
- USW Pro 24/48 PoE
- USW Pro Max
- USW Flex
- USW Ultra
WiFi access points
Indoor and outdoor WiFi coverage with roaming.
- U7 Pro
- U7 Pro Max
- U7 Lite
- U7 Pro Wall
- U7 In-Wall
- U7 Outdoor
- U7 Pro Outdoor
Cameras
Indoor and outdoor surveillance with person and vehicle detection.
- G6 Turret
- G6 Dome
- G6 Bullet
- G6 Instant
- G6 180
- AI Turret
- G6 PTZ
Wireless links
Bring the network to outbuildings, sheds or places without cable.
- UniFi Building Bridge
- UniFi Device Bridge
Scenarios
Explore it in a real project
FAQ
About network design
Can you design the network?
Yes. It's a standalone service or the first step of any installation: placement plans, architecture, bill of materials and quote.
Do you work with architects and contractors?
Yes. We provide the information they need to plan conduits, junction boxes and cabinets.
Have a project on paper?
We design the network before the ceilings are closed.
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