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How to install UniFi Controller on Debian

Learn how to install the UniFi Controller on Debian

To install the UniFi Controller on Debian, follow the steps below.

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Update the system

Install the required dependencies

Add the UniFi Repository

Then, add the UniFi GPG key:

Install the UniFi controller

Start and enable the UniFi controller

Check the UniFi controller status

Access the web interface

That's it! You should now have the UniFi Controller installed and running on your Debian instance!

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