Ubiquiti UniFi Pro Max 48 Switch
The Ubiquiti Pro Max 48 is a 48-port Layer 3 Etherlighting™ switch, engineered for high-performance enterprise networking with advanced visibility and management features. It includes 16× 2.5 GbE RJ45 ports and 32× GbE RJ45 ports, along with 4× 10G SFP+ uplinks for high-speed fibre connectivity.
Featuring Etherlighting technology, each port illuminates to indicate port location, link speed, and native VLAN/network, streamlining troubleshooting and management - especially when used with UniFi Etherlighting Patch Cables for enhanced visibility.
With DC power backup support, the Pro Max 48 ensures added resilience in critical environments, making it ideal for business and enterprise deployments requiring reliability, speed, and intelligent network insights.
Tech Specs
View the Ubiquiti UniFi Pro Max 48 datasheet here.
| Device Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Dimensions | 442 x 325 x 44 mm (17.4 x 12.8 x 1.7") |
| Port Layout | 1 GbE RJ45: 32 (1G/100M/10M) 2.5 GbE RJ45: 16 (2.5G/1G/100M/10M) 10G SFP+: 4 (10G/1G) |
| Redundancy | DC Power Backup |
| Layer 3 | ✓ |
| Form Factor | Rack mount (1U) |
| Etherlighting™ | ✓ |
| Performance | |
| Switching Capacity | 224 Gbps |
| Total Non-Blocking Throughput | 112 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 167 Mpps |
| Supported VLANs | 1,000 |
| MAC Address Table Size | 32,000 |
| L3 Table Size | ARP Entries: 12,000 IPv4 Routes: 12,000 |
| Packet Buffer Size | 2 MB |
| Access Lists | IPv4: 128 MAC: 128 |
| Layer 3 Features | |
| Features | DHCP Server (Local Networks): ✓ DHCP Relay: ✓ Inter-VLAN Routing (Local Networks): ✓ Static Routing (Local Networks): ✓ |
| Layer 2 Features | |
| Features | LACP Port Aggregation: ✓ STP & RSTP: ✓ QoS (DSCP): ✓ Pro AV Profiles (Play, Dante, Q-SYS, NDI, SDVoE, Shure, AES67, Crestron): ✓ Advanced IGMP Configuration (Querier, Fast Leave, Router Port): ✓ IGMP Snooping: ✓ 802.1X Control: ✓ MAC-Based ACLs & Device Isolation: ✓ DHCP Snooping & Guarding: ✓ Egress Rate Limit: ✓ Flow Control: ✓ Storm Control: ✓ Multicast & Broadcast Rate Limiting: ✓ MAC Address Blocking: ✓ IP-Based ACLs & Network Isolation: ✓ MAC-Based Port Restriction: ✓ Port Isolation: ✓ Port Mirroring: ✓ Jumbo Frames: ✓ LLDP-MED: ✓ Voice VLAN: ✓ Loop Protection: ✓ |
| Hardware | |
| Max. Power Consumption | 100W |
| Power Method | (1) Universal input, 100—240V AC, 50/60 Hz (1) USP RPS DC input |
| Power Input Method | AC input |
| Power Supply | AC/DC, internal, 100W |
| Supported Voltage Range | 100—240V AC |
| Management | Ethernet AR |
| Heat Dissipation | 341.2 BTU/hr (Excluding PoE Output) |
| Weight | Without mounting brackets: 4.8 kg (10.6 lb) With mounting brackets: 4.9 kg (10.8 lb) |
| Enclosure Material | SGCC steel |
| Mount Material | SGCC steel |
| Supported Rack Depth | 400~1200 mm (15.7-47.2") |
| LCM Display | 1.3" touchscreen |
| Ambient Operating Temperature | -5 to 40° C (23 to 104° F) |
| Ambient Operating Humidity | 10 to 90% noncondensing |
| Etherlighting™ | Ethernet: ✓ SFP+: ✓ |
| NDAA Compliant | ✓ |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, IC, Anatel |
| Software | |
| Application Requirements | UniFi Network Version 8.0.24 and later |
FAQs
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Q: What is the Ubiquiti USW‑Pro‑Max‑48 and what is it designed for?
A: The USW‑Pro‑Max‑48 is a fully managed Layer 3 UniFi switch featuring 32 × 1GbE ports, 16 × 2.5GbE ports, and 4 × 10G SFP+ uplinks. It's designed for enterprise networks requiring high-density multi-gigabit connectivity and silent operation.Q: What are the performance specifications of the USW‑Pro‑Max‑48?
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Switching Capacity: 224 Gbps
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Non-Blocking Throughput: 112 Gbps
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Forwarding Rate: 167 Mpps
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MAC Address Table Size: 32,000 entries
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Packet Buffer Size: 2 MB
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Supported VLANs: 1,000
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Layer 3 Features: ARP Entries: 12,000; IPv4 Routes: 12,000; Access Lists: 128 IPv4, 128 MAC
Q: What are the design features of the USW‑Pro‑Max‑48?
A: It has a fanless, near-silent design, a 1.3" touchscreen LCM for status monitoring, and a 1U rackmountable form factor. It is compact and lightweight for easy deployment in racks or network closets.Q: How is the USW‑Pro‑Max‑48 managed?
A: Management is via the UniFi Network Application (v7.x or later), providing centralized control, firmware updates, monitoring, VLAN configuration, routing, and other advanced Layer 3 features.Q: What are the environmental and compliance specifications?
A:-
Operating Temperature: -5 to 40°C (23 to 104°F)
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Operating Humidity: 10–90% non-condensing
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Certifications: CE, FCC, IC
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NDAA Compliant: Yes
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Resources
Guide: UniFi Network for Retail and Hospitality — MS Dist
Guide: Setting Up a Ubiquiti UniFi Network for a Small Office or Business — MS Dist