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**Author:** [@williehowe](https://community.williehowe.com/u/williehowe)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2024, 6:59pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/willie-howe-technology-llc-links/159 "2024-02-27T18:59:29Z")
If you’ve stumbled across our forum on accident, welcome anyway! If you’re wondering who we are here are some of our links for you to check out! Website: https://williehowe.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/williehow… --- ## [FAQ/Guidelines](https://community.williehowe.com/t/faq-guidelines/4)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.williehowe.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2024, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/faq-guidelines/4 "2024-02-23T17:48:11Z")
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**Author:** [@system](https://community.williehowe.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2024, 7:32pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/privacy-policy/9 "2024-02-23T19:32:56Z")
What information do we collect? We collect information from you when you register on our site and gather data when you participate in the forum by reading, writing, and evaluating the content shared here. When registe… --- ## [Terms of Service](https://community.williehowe.com/t/terms-of-service/8)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.williehowe.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2024, 7:32pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/terms-of-service/8 "2024-02-23T19:32:55Z")
These terms govern use of the Internet forum at http://community.williehowe.com. In that event, to use the forum, you must agree to these terms with Willie Howe Technology, LLC, the company that runs the forum. The comp… --- ## [Welcome to Willie Howe Technology Community! 👋](https://community.williehowe.com/t/welcome-to-willie-howe-technology-community/5)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.williehowe.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2024, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/welcome-to-willie-howe-technology-community/5 "2024-02-23T17:48:12Z")
We are so glad you joined us. Willie Howe Technology Community A place for novice and professional tech folk to hang out and discuss all things tech! Here are some things you can do to get started: :speaking\_head: I… --- ## [Unifi U7-Lite Unable to set channels manually](https://community.williehowe.com/t/unifi-u7-lite-unable-to-set-channels-manually/1297)
**Author:** [@guitargain](https://community.williehowe.com/u/guitargain)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2026, 6:14pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/unifi-u7-lite-unable-to-set-channels-manually/1297 "2026-10-27T18:14:57Z")
I have added an AP to my network. All my other APs are U6, but I didn’t want to stay the same or go backwards so I added a U7-Lite. I like to set all my channels manual and not use the AI Optimization. Problem is I ha… --- ## [GWN7062 restricts GWN7665 performance when set to manage them](https://community.williehowe.com/t/gwn7062-restricts-gwn7665-performance-when-set-to-manage-them/1291)
**Author:** [@BDwidth](https://community.williehowe.com/u/BDwidth)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2026, 5:12pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/gwn7062-restricts-gwn7665-performance-when-set-to-manage-them/1291 "2026-07-09T17:12:18Z")
Hello ! I have been trying to get one GWN7062 router and two GWN7665 APs to work together on a single SSID managed on the router’s interface (for more even coverage, or even mesh). The problem I encountered is that whe… --- ## [GWN 7665 router-like capabilities (NAT/DHCP)?](https://community.williehowe.com/t/gwn-7665-router-like-capabilities-nat-dhcp/1249)
**Author:** [@BDwidth](https://community.williehowe.com/u/BDwidth)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2026, 10:14am UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/gwn-7665-router-like-capabilities-nat-dhcp/1249 "2026-07-09T10:14:13Z")
Hello ! I am currently trying to optimize my recently set-up network : Starlink antenna → Starlink router and power supply combo (integrated wifi 2,4 and 5 GHz) → Network switch → PoE+ injectors → GWN 7665 APs (Master … --- ## [Nanobeam 5 ac problems](https://community.williehowe.com/t/nanobeam-5-ac-problems/1287)
**Author:** [@guitargain](https://community.williehowe.com/u/guitargain)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2026, 2:04pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/nanobeam-5-ac-problems/1287 "2026-06-25T14:04:28Z")
I have a problem and I am at a lost to explain for solve. I have a UDR, and the older 8 port Unifi switch, that switch connects to a Flex Mini in my shed out back, which in turn is connected to a mini flex at my grandpa… --- ## [Ethernet Surge Protection](https://community.williehowe.com/t/ethernet-surge-protection/1285)
**Author:** [@Alonzo](https://community.williehowe.com/u/Alonzo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 5:25pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/ethernet-surge-protection/1285 "2026-06-10T17:25:43Z")
I ordered the Unifi ethernet surge protector “UACC-ETH-SP-DIN” to site between the ONT and router. Anyone have any opinions on this device? Thanks, --- ## [Voicemail to email with CloudUCM](https://community.williehowe.com/t/voicemail-to-email-with-clouducm/1284)
**Author:** [@greg123](https://community.williehowe.com/u/greg123)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2026, 1:34pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/voicemail-to-email-with-clouducm/1284 "2026-06-05T13:34:39Z")
Hi All, Lately I have been having some email issue with CloudUCM. I am running the latest firmware. The issue is hard to pin down as it seems to happen randomly and after a certain amount of time. Sometimes, a person c… --- ## [I am looking to hire a system admin](https://community.williehowe.com/t/i-am-looking-to-hire-a-system-admin/1286)
**Author:** [@jhippl](https://community.williehowe.com/u/jhippl)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2026, 1:12pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/i-am-looking-to-hire-a-system-admin/1286 "2026-06-04T13:12:39Z")
I don’t see a spot here to post job openings, but I am looking for a system admin with a good ubuntu, hypervisor and storage experience. It’s all on prem stuff. It’s remote with travel, valid us passport required. --- ## [New AI features on GrandStream UCM](https://community.williehowe.com/t/new-ai-features-on-grandstream-ucm/1283)
**Author:** [@zak706](https://community.williehowe.com/u/zak706)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2026, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/new-ai-features-on-grandstream-ucm/1283 "2026-05-30T23:51:40Z")
It’s currently in beta, but the new AI transcription features and call summary are really cool. I had a long call helping a client and after we hung up the call was transcribed and an AI summery of what we talked about. … --- ## [Alternative to Telnyx](https://community.williehowe.com/t/alternative-to-telnyx/1275)
**Author:** [@DaveR](https://community.williehowe.com/u/DaveR)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2026, 2:31pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/alternative-to-telnyx/1275 "2026-04-15T14:31:42Z")
I have run into an issue recently with Telnyx. I have two new clients that are buying a small UCM and I recommended Telnyx as I have been doing for years. They no longer accept new accounts with free email addresses li… --- ## [Merry Christmas](https://community.williehowe.com/t/merry-christmas/1247)
**Author:** [@zak706](https://community.williehowe.com/u/zak706)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2026, 3:06pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/merry-christmas/1247 "2026-04-14T15:06:39Z")
Merry Christmas everyone. Hope you all have had a good day, maybe some time off! What did you get for Christmas? I got a trail cam, ready to see what creatures hang out in my backyard. :slight\_smile: --- ## [LDAP phonebook on CloudUCM](https://community.williehowe.com/t/ldap-phonebook-on-clouducm/1276)
**Author:** [@greg123](https://community.williehowe.com/u/greg123)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2026, 3:11pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/ldap-phonebook-on-clouducm/1276 "2026-04-13T15:11:58Z")
Hello all, I am using a CloudUCM, version 1.0.29.13 with a GRP2616, version 1.0.13.27. Has anyone successfully configured their CloudUCM and a GRP phone with LDAP? I cannot seem to get the correct config. Usually the p… --- ## [GWN7302 reviews](https://community.williehowe.com/t/gwn7302-reviews/1272)
**Author:** [@bulen](https://community.williehowe.com/u/bulen)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2026, 1:05am UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/gwn7302-reviews/1272 "2026-03-30T01:05:35Z")
Has anyone used the gwn7302 yet and how are they doing? Have not had good luck with the wireless bridge on other gwn APs. --- ## [About Security UCM SIP and GDMS](https://community.williehowe.com/t/about-security-ucm-sip-and-gdms/1263)
**Author:** [@Avidcomm](https://community.williehowe.com/u/Avidcomm)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2026, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/about-security-ucm-sip-and-gdms/1263 "2026-03-19T22:09:13Z")
I have a medical facility with a UCM just installed, we have things working SIP trunks and GDMS. The Network Engineer has asked for the Minimum requirements for GDMS management as he want to tighten up the Firewall. Wha… --- ## [Outdoor AP Question](https://community.williehowe.com/t/outdoor-ap-question/1264)
**Author:** [@Gibbyk](https://community.williehowe.com/u/Gibbyk)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2026, 8:44pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/outdoor-ap-question/1264 "2026-03-19T20:44:46Z")
Can we use directional antenna’s with Grandstream outdoor Ap’s. I have a warehouse project that I will be designing/installation and configuration. Don’t have the plans yet, should be receiving them on Monday. So I don’t… --- ## [Ubiquiti HDD 8TB](https://community.williehowe.com/t/ubiquiti-hdd-8tb/1266)
**Author:** [@mosibda](https://community.williehowe.com/u/mosibda)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2026, 3:37pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/ubiquiti-hdd-8tb/1266 "2026-03-11T15:37:28Z")
hi guys . can anyone confirm this as legit . Recently purchased a Ubiquiti HDD-8TB from the official distributor. opened a sealed box with pull tab and it contained a Western Digital drive . searched for some unboxing… --- ## [BLF Status on GRP MPK/VMPK Buttons](https://community.williehowe.com/t/blf-status-on-grp-mpk-vmpk-buttons/761)
**Author:** [@mark](https://community.williehowe.com/u/mark)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2026, 2:07am UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/blf-status-on-grp-mpk-vmpk-buttons/761 "2026-03-02T02:07:49Z")
So I know I read or saw in a video where the buttons can show status - i.e. if an extension is in use, in DND, etc. - but in the system I’m deploying I am not seeing that behavior, at least in my testing of DND. I have … --- ## [Screensaver Images?](https://community.williehowe.com/t/screensaver-images/1187)
**Author:** [@mark](https://community.williehowe.com/u/mark)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2026, 4:46pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/screensaver-images/1187 "2026-02-28T16:46:20Z")
What is the trick to updating/changing the images the phones show as the screensaver on UCM6300 and GRP phones? It seems I ran across it somewhere before but now that I actually want to update them I can’t find where. A… --- ## [Wave on Linux support](https://community.williehowe.com/t/wave-on-linux-support/1262)
**Author:** [@James](https://community.williehowe.com/u/James)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2026, 1:06pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/wave-on-linux-support/1262 "2026-02-23T13:06:17Z")
Hello everyone, I have seen an increase in users running Linux and asking for a Wave application. I opened a case with Grandstream and they asked me how many UCMs would be involved. Anyone else requesting a Linux clie… --- ## [Geo ip blocking but allow an ip address in the country](https://community.williehowe.com/t/geo-ip-blocking-but-allow-an-ip-address-in-the-country/1255)
**Author:** [@Paul](https://community.williehowe.com/u/Paul)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2026, 1:59am UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/geo-ip-blocking-but-allow-an-ip-address-in-the-country/1255 "2026-02-20T01:59:22Z")
I have a GCC6011 that I set up Geo-IP filtering and am blocking multiple countries. There is a website / IP address range in one of the countries that we need to have access to, but would still like to block all the othe… --- ## [HP Z4 Workstation - AI box](https://community.williehowe.com/t/hp-z4-workstation-ai-box/1251)
**Author:** [@Alonzo](https://community.williehowe.com/u/Alonzo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2026, 1:58am UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/hp-z4-workstation-ai-box/1251 "2026-02-20T01:58:56Z")
I purchased the HP Z4 workstation to use as an AI box. Will add dual PNY quadro rtx 5000 cards to use with Ollama or LM Studio to run local LLMs. What you your opinion of this setup? --- ## [GWN7660EM first look](https://community.williehowe.com/t/gwn7660em-first-look/1260)
**Author:** [@zak706](https://community.williehowe.com/u/zak706)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2026, 6:24pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/gwn7660em-first-look/1260 "2026-02-18T18:24:07Z")
Just got a few of these new extenders in. Pretty easy to set up. Plugged in with ethernet first, added to gdms and let it sync up. Made sure mesh was turned on and removed ethernet cable. Took less than a minute for t… --- ## [Active POE-Jack : APOEJK2-WH](https://community.williehowe.com/t/active-poe-jack-apoejk2-wh/1261)
**Author:** [@Alonzo](https://community.williehowe.com/u/Alonzo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2026, 1:23am UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/active-poe-jack-apoejk2-wh/1261 "2026-02-18T01:23:04Z")
I saw this switch on a live YouTube stream - https://youtu.be/FBk\_21MIh2Q?si=SiWiHatRydOepZhm Reach out to Dave Utterback at CableandConnections.com , the POE jack is $155, bit higher than I initially hoped, it saves th… --- ## [Distinctive Ring GRP261X phones](https://community.williehowe.com/t/distinctive-ring-grp261x-phones/1236)
**Author:** [@DaveR](https://community.williehowe.com/u/DaveR)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2026, 11:56am UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/distinctive-ring-grp261x-phones/1236 "2026-02-14T11:56:00Z")
I know I have been through this, but I am unable to get a different ring tone for internal calls. I entered the pattern (xxx in this case) in the phone’s Accounts/Call Settings/Ringtones Matching Rule and selected a dif… --- ## [10g KeepLink Manage Switch](https://community.williehowe.com/t/10g-keeplink-manage-switch/1259)
**Author:** [@Alonzo](https://community.williehowe.com/u/Alonzo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2026, 7:46pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/10g-keeplink-manage-switch/1259 "2026-02-09T19:46:12Z")
The KeepLink 2.5g switch working great. I purchased the 10gig manage KP-9000-5XTM-US model to place under desk to connect my workstations. --- ## [Has anyone noticed CloudUCM is slow?](https://community.williehowe.com/t/has-anyone-noticed-clouducm-is-slow/1257)
**Author:** [@greg123](https://community.williehowe.com/u/greg123)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2026, 8:00pm UTC](https://community.williehowe.com/t/has-anyone-noticed-clouducm-is-slow/1257 "2026-02-05T20:00:49Z")
Hey I use several CloudUCM’s, all on version 1.0.29.10. Has anyone here noticed that the performance (inside the webUI) is running pretty slow? Thanks [Next page](https://community.williehowe.com/latest.md?page=1)