Ubiquiti - The MSP Game Changer (EP 908)
In this episode, Tom Wyant and I deep-dive into using Ubiquiti for MSPs, sharing real-world stories, the ups and downs, and why my view on Ubiquiti evolved after hands-on fieldwork.
Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Real Talk for IT Pros & MSPs) · Tom Wyant
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Show Notes
Join Uncle Marv and veteran MSP Tom Wyant as they dive deep into the Ubiquiti ecosystem for IT professionals. Discover real-world tips for replacing SonicWall and Cisco hardware, advanced UniFi management, and transitioning to cost-effective network hardware for MSPs. Whether you’re an Ingenious, Synology, or Cisco fan, get candid pros and cons plus actionable advice designed for IT business owners.
Actionable Takeaways
- Consider Ubiquiti for new deployments and client upgrades: it offers robust features, is easy to manage, and dramatically reduces ongoing licensing costs.
- Always stock spare hardware and leverage 5-year replacement warranties to provide seamless support and minimize downtime for clients.
- Use Synology not just for storage, but for virtualization, backup, and value-added MSP services; maximize the compatibility features for deploying third-party devices and apps.
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Companies, Products, and Books Mentioned
- Ubiquiti: https://www.ui.com/
- Synology: https://www.synology.com/
- SonicWall: https://www.sonicwall.com/
- Engenious: https://www.engeniustech.com/
- Hostifi: https://hostifi.com/
- Meraki: https://meraki.cisco.com/
- Cisco: https://www.cisco.com/
- UniFi Store: https://store.ui.com/
- Reolink: https://reolink.com/
- Philips Sonicare: https://www.usa.philips.com/
- Domotz: https://www.domotz.com/
- Datto: https://www.datto.com/
- Keeper: https://www.keepersecurity.com/
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