Enhanced Control for UniFi Switches

S.C.O.R.E. → Convenience → DeviceControl

Overview

Network admins can now manage individual switch ports on UniFi switches, enabling or disabling them as needed. This capability streamlines network management, allowing for precise control over connected devices and improving overall network efficiency.

Benefits

• Increased control over network devices by enabling/disabling specific ports.
• Improved security by quickly disabling unused ports to prevent unauthorized access.
• Enhanced troubleshooting capabilities by isolating problems to specific ports.

Intent

The purpose of this capability is to provide network administrators with granular control over their UniFi switches. By allowing individual port management, it achieves a more secure and efficient network environment.

Preconditions

• UniFi switch must be connected and configured in the network.
• Home Assistant must be set up and integrated with UniFi Controller.
• User must have appropriate permissions to manage switch ports.
• Home Assistant installed and configured.
• Integration available and authenticated: UniFi.
• Device installed and reachable: Unifi Networks.

Actors

• Homeowner
• Household member
• Family member

Trigger

The capability is triggered when a network administrator decides to enable or disable a specific switch port based on network needs.

Workflow Diagram

flowchart TD
    A[Network Admin Action] -->|Select Port| B{Is Port Active?}
    B -->|Yes| C[Disable Port]
    C --> D[Port Disabled]
    B -->|No| E[Enable Port]
    E --> F[Port Enabled]

Workflow Description

1. Identify the Port

The network administrator identifies which port on the UniFi switch needs to be enabled or disabled.

2. Access UniFi Controller

The administrator opens the UniFi Controller interface through Home Assistant to manage the switch.

3. Select Enable/Disable Action

The administrator chooses to enable or disable the identified port based on current network requirements.

4. Confirm Changes

The administrator confirms the action, which updates the switch’s port status in real time.

5. Monitor Network Status

The administrator monitors the network to ensure the changes take effect and adjust if necessary.

Postconditions

The selected port on the UniFi switch is either enabled or disabled, reflecting the administrator’s changes in the network setup.

Optional Enhancements

• Automate port disabling when specific devices are disconnected.
• Notify the network admin via email or mobile alert upon port status changes.
• Integrate with smart home security systems for enhanced monitoring.

Recommended Components

Source Examples

• 2026.1: Home is where the dashboard is ?? – Home Assistant (homeassistant)