Ubiquiti Switch Pro XG 8 PoE: Professional 10 GbE PoE++ Managed Switch
The Switch Pro XG 8 PoE is a compact, professional-grade Layer 3 managed switch engineered for demanding enterprise networks. This 10 GbE PoE++ switch combines eight 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports with two 10G SFP+ uplink ports, delivering 155W of total PoE power budget—up to 60W per port—to support high-power devices like enterprise access points, IP cameras, and wireless controllers. Built for organizations requiring reliable, scalable network infrastructure with advanced switching capabilities and seamless UniFi Network management integration.
Key Features
- 8 x 10 GbE RJ45 ports with PoE++ support (up to 60W per port)
- 2 x 10G SFP+ ports for high-speed uplink connectivity
- 155W total PoE power budget for simultaneous multi-device power delivery
- Layer 3 managed switching with advanced routing capabilities
- Etherlighting technology for visual port status monitoring and troubleshooting
- Compact desktop or wall-mountable form factor for flexible deployment
- Native UniFi Network management integration for centralized control
- Enterprise-grade reliability and redundancy features
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Ubiquiti Networks |
| Model |
USW-PRO-XG-8-POE |
| Port Configuration |
8 x 10 GbE RJ45 + 2 x 10G SFP+ |
| PoE Power Budget |
155W total (60W max per port) |
| PoE Standard |
PoE++ (802.3bt) |
| Layer Support |
Layer 3 Managed Switch |
| Switching Capacity |
High-performance enterprise-grade |
| Management |
UniFi Network Controller integration |
| Form Factor |
Desktop or wall-mountable |
| Special Features |
Etherlighting port status visualization |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Layer 3 managed switch and why do I need one?
A Layer 3 managed switch operates at the network layer, enabling advanced routing, VLAN segmentation, and traffic prioritization. Unlike basic Layer 2 switches, Layer 3 switching provides intelligent network control, making it ideal for enterprise environments where you need to optimize bandwidth, enhance security, and manage multiple network segments efficiently.
Can the Switch Pro XG 8 PoE power high-demand devices like enterprise access points?
Yes. With 155W total PoE power budget and up to 60W per port via PoE++, this 10 GbE PoE++ switch easily powers enterprise-class access points, IP cameras, and other high-power networked devices simultaneously without requiring separate power supplies.
How does Etherlighting improve network troubleshooting?
Etherlighting provides intuitive visual port status indicators, allowing network administrators to quickly identify active connections, detect link issues, and troubleshoot connectivity problems at a glance—reducing mean time to resolution (MTTR) in production environments.
Is the Switch Pro XG 8 PoE compatible with UniFi Network management?
Yes. The Switch Pro XG 8 PoE integrates natively with UniFi Network Controller, enabling centralized management, monitoring, and configuration alongside other UniFi infrastructure components for unified network administration.
