{"product_id":"ubiquiti-unifi-flex-2-5g-poe-switch-8-port","title":"Ubiquiti UniFi Flex 2.5G PoE Switch - 8 Port","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eUbiquiti UniFi Flex 2.5G PoE Managed Switch\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eUbiquiti UniFi Flex 2.5G PoE\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance managed switch engineered for modern networking environments requiring fast, reliable connectivity with integrated power delivery. Ideal for small to medium businesses, educational institutions, and enterprises deploying UniFi infrastructure, this 8-port managed switch combines 2.5GBase-T speed with PoE++ support to power and connect devices simultaneously. Whether you're building a scalable network, upgrading legacy infrastructure, or deploying IP cameras and access points, the UniFi Flex 2.5G PoE delivers enterprise-grade switching with flexible deployment options and intelligent traffic management.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 x 2.5GBase-T Ethernet ports with PoE++ support for simultaneous power and data delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 10Gb Ethernet port and 1 x 10Gb SFP+ port for high-speed uplink connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60 Gbps non-blocking switching capacity for wire-speed performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for up to 4,000 MAC addresses and 256 VLANs for advanced network segmentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced traffic management: flow control, port mirroring, jumbo frame support, and storm control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRate limiting and QoS capabilities for optimized bandwidth allocation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple deployment options: desktop, wall-mountable, and DIN rail configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide operating temperature and humidity range for diverse environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManaged switch with UniFi Controller integration for centralized network management\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUbiquiti Networks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSW-FLEX-2.5G-8-POE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManaged Ethernet Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePort Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 x 2.5GBase-T PoE++, 1 x 10Gb Ethernet, 1 x 10Gb SFP+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwitching Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 Gbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThroughput\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-blocking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMAC Address Table\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4,000 entries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVLAN Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e256 VLANs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoE++ (802.3bt)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManagement Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlow control, port mirroring, jumbo frame support, storm control, rate limiting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesktop, wall-mountable, DIN rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWide range supported\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a managed switch and how does it differ from unmanaged switches?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA managed switch like the UniFi Flex 2.5G PoE provides advanced control over network traffic through features like VLANs, QoS, port mirroring, and storm control. Unlike unmanaged switches that simply forward data, managed switches allow administrators to prioritize traffic, segment networks, and monitor performance—essential for professional IT environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the Ubiquiti UniFi Flex 2.5G PoE power PoE devices like cameras and access points?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the PoE++ support on all 8 x 2.5GBase-T ports enables the switch to deliver power to compatible devices such as IP cameras, wireless access points, and VoIP phones while simultaneously transmitting data, eliminating the need for separate power supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the benefits of 2.5G Ethernet ports for my network?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.5GBase-T ports provide 2.5 times the bandwidth of standard Gigabit Ethernet while maintaining backward compatibility with existing 1G infrastructure. This makes the UniFi Flex 2.5G PoE ideal for future-proofing networks without requiring complete hardware replacement, supporting higher throughput for bandwidth-intensive applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the 10Gb uplink port enhance network performance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dedicated 10Gb Ethernet and SFP+ ports serve as high-speed uplinks to core network infrastructure or servers, preventing bottlenecks. This allows the switch to aggregate traffic from all 8 x 2.5G ports without performance degradation, ensuring consistent wire-speed delivery across your network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"STRATEGIC SOURCING","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41757416620107,"sku":"USW-FLEX-2.5G-8-POE","price":475.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/Ubiquiti-UniFi-Flex-2_5G-PoE-Switch-8-Port.jpg?v=1784823493","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/ubiquiti-unifi-flex-2-5g-poe-switch-8-port","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}