Broadband Network Essentials – VILT (BNE-VILT) is a one-day virtual instructor-led training hands-on introduction to designing, deploying, configuring, and troubleshooting Ubiquiti UISP broadband networks. Students learn the fundamentals of point-to-point and point-to-multipoint wireless systems, device selection, link planning, antenna alignment, and performance optimization using tools such as UISP Design Center and the airOS management interface.

The course also covers initial device setup, network monitoring, common installation practices, and practical troubleshooting techniques, giving students the skills needed to build and support reliable wireless broadband connections.

Course Focus: Designing, deploying, configuring, and troubleshooting Ubiquiti broadband wireless networks using AirMax and Wave technologies.

  1. Broadband Wireless Fundamentals
  • ISP and WISP network architectures
  • Point-to-Point (PtP) and Point-to-Multipoint (PtMP) applications
  • Backhaul, distribution, and subscriber access networks
  • RF fundamentals: frequency, channel width, interference, Fresnel zone, and link budget
  1. UISP Broadband Product Overview
  • AirMax product families and applications
  • Wave 60 GHz product families and applications
  • Selecting AP, sector, CPE, and backhaul devices
  • 5 GHz versus 60 GHz deployment considerations
  • Hybrid Wave and AirMax network designs
  1. ISP Network Design
  • Using the UISP Design Center
  • Creating sites and tower locations
  • Designing PtP backhaul links
  • Designing PtMP coverage areas
  • Evaluating terrain, obstructions, and Fresnel-zone clearance
  • Reviewing predicted signal levels and link capacity
  • Designing a mixed Wave and AirMax network
  1. AirMax Configuration and Deployment
  • Initial device access and setup
  • AP and Station operating modes
  • Wireless and network configuration
  • Channel width and frequency selection
  • Security and management settings
  • Establishing and validating a wireless link
  1. airOS Dashboard, Monitoring, and Tools
  • Dashboard and link-status interpretation
  • Signal strength, noise floor, and SNR
  • TX/RX data rates and modulation
  • Capacity and throughput analysis
  • airView spectrum analysis
  • Alignment, discovery, ping, traceroute, and speed-test tools
  • Identifying interference and poor link conditions
  1. Wave 60 GHz Deployment
  • Wave architecture and deployment scenarios
  • Initial Wave device access
  • Parent and Station configuration
  • Wave Pico PtP deployment
  • Establishing a link without a UISP Console
  • Alignment and link-performance verification
  • 60 GHz limitations and 5 GHz backup considerations

Hands-On Labs

  1. Configure and connect two Wave Pico radios
  2. Connecting to an AirMax AP
  3. Configure an AirMax wireless link
  4. Explore the AirOS Dashboard and diagnostic tools
  5. Perform spectrum analysis with airView
  6.  UISP Design Tool
  7. Deploy a UISP Console

Hands-On labs require the following devices to be in hand:

  • 2 – airMAX NanoStation 5AC Locos
  • 2 -24 Volt PoE Adapters

Optional:

  • 2 – Wave Picos
  • 2 – 48 Volt PoE Adapters
  • UISP Router

Prefer an easier setup? Take advantage of our fully deployed UniFi Student Lab Environment, now available for all VILT trainings on our Digital Platform. The lab includes adoptable devices, so there’s no hardware setup required on your end. Simply bring your laptop — we’ll handle the rest.

Access the VILT training here: learn.wifi-u.com

All wifi‑U trainings are Credly by Pearson certified, ensuring that every student receives an industry‑recognized digital credential upon successful completion. These badges validate the skills gained in each course and can be easily shared on LinkedIn, resumes, and professional portfolios.

Ubiquiti® and UniFi® are registered trademarks of Ubiquiti Inc. This course is independently produced and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Ubiquiti Inc.