Ubiquiti Switch Enterprise 8 PoE
The Switch Enterprise 8 PoE is a professional-grade Layer 3 managed switch engineered for enterprise networks, Wi-Fi 6 deployments, and UniFi infrastructure requiring high-density Power over Ethernet delivery. This 8-port switch combines 2.5 GbE PoE+ connectivity with dual 10GbE fiber uplinks, delivering non-blocking throughput and advanced switching capabilities for demanding network environments. Ideal for organizations deploying access points, IP cameras, and powered devices across distributed locations while maintaining centralized management and network intelligence.
Key Features
- Eight 2.5GbE RJ45 ports with PoE+ output (up to 95W per port)
- Dual 10GbE SFP+ ports for high-speed fiber uplinks and redundancy
- Advanced Layer 3 switching with routing and VLAN support
- Non-blocking throughput architecture for wire-speed performance
- UniFi network integration with centralized device management
- Compact fanless design suitable for rack and wall-mount installations
- Enterprise-grade security features including ACLs and port isolation
- Passive PoE+ power delivery to connected devices
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Ubiquiti Networks |
| Model Number |
USW-Enterprise-8-PoE |
| Switch Type |
Layer 3 Managed Switch |
| Ethernet Ports |
8x 2.5GbE RJ45 with PoE+ |
| Uplink Ports |
2x 10GbE SFP+ |
| PoE+ Power Budget |
Up to 95W per port |
| Throughput |
Non-blocking, wire-speed |
| Network Management |
UniFi Controller compatible |
| Form Factor |
Compact rackmount/wall-mount |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Layer 3 switch and why do I need one?
A Layer 3 switch combines switching and routing capabilities, allowing intelligent traffic management, VLAN segmentation, and inter-VLAN routing without requiring a separate router. The Switch Enterprise 8 PoE is ideal for organizations needing advanced network control alongside Power over Ethernet delivery to access points and cameras.
Can this switch power Wi-Fi 6 access points?
Yes. The Switch Enterprise 8 PoE delivers PoE+ power (up to 95W per port) to each of its eight ports, making it compatible with power-hungry Wi-Fi 6 access points and other high-power PoE devices. The dual 10GbE SFP+ uplinks ensure sufficient backhaul capacity for high-throughput deployments.
Is this switch compatible with UniFi networks?
Absolutely. The Switch Enterprise 8 PoE integrates seamlessly with UniFi Controller software, enabling centralized management, monitoring, and configuration alongside your UniFi access points, gateways, and security appliances for unified network administration.
What are the 10GbE SFP+ ports used for?
The dual 10GbE SFP+ ports provide high-speed fiber connectivity for uplinks to core network infrastructure, redundant connections to other switches, or direct attachment to 10GbE servers. This ensures the eight 2.5GbE ports have sufficient backhaul capacity without bottlenecks.
