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Outdoor WiFi is WAY Harder Than You Think

We've spoken a lot about WiFi - but never really outdoors, so here's our ultimate guide to outdoor wifi, from antenna types to wireless bridging and power over Ethernet. Let's discuss. Welcome to TechFlow Netbox Build Video: https://youtu.be/x-AXO-6WyC4 Products used in the video: -U7 Outdoor as main test APs -UDB-PRO as wireless bridge example All the Ubiquiti Products can be found here: UI Store: https://techflow.link/Ubiquiti-Store Here are some other outdoor access points worth considering: Omni only, would need a directional antenna - https://amzn.to/4xMXFfT https://amzn.to/4eR2JY1 https://amzn.to/4uW9M7X Here are some bridges worth considering: https://amzn.to/3St2Q4E https://amzn.to/44vW5BF (off-brand but does work well) Other kit: External cat cable: https://amzn.to/4oUcyt1 RJ45 Connectors: https://amzn.to/4oUcyt1 Crimping tool: https://amzn.to/4oUcyt1 POE Injectors: https://amzn.to/4eNgarQ :@: Social Media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/techflowtweets/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/techflowpics/ Gear We Use | https://bit.ly/3xkhnQE Chapters: 0:00​ - Intro 1:13​ - Wiring an AP 2:02​ - Placement 3:44​ - Antenna Type 5:23​ - Wireless Bridging 7:01​ - Bridging Demo 7:43​ - Setup Tips 9:02 - Squarespace Learn how to build a reliable outdoor wifi setup for large areas. See real-world speed tests comparing omni-directional and directional antennas. Setting up connectivity for events like festivals presents unique challenges. This video walks through the practical deployment of access points, specifically focusing on how to extend coverage across open spaces. Whether you are planning a public network or need a long-range point-to-point bridge, the hardware choices you make will directly impact your throughput. We conduct a direct comparison between different antenna configurations to determine which delivers better performance. You will see the specific speed test results for each setup, helping you decide which equipment is necessary for your next outdoor network design project. By testing these different wifi access points in a live environment, we highlight exactly how physical positioning affects signal propagation and overall stability. Subscribe for weekly networking hardware breakdowns, and comment below if you want to see a deep dive into specific router hardware next.