Ubiquiti UniFi Dream Machine Special Edition
UniFi Dream Machine Special Edition – 10G UniFi Cloud Gateway with PoE and NVR
The UniFi Dream Machine Special Edition is a powerful all-in-one UniFi Cloud Gateway that combines high-speed routing, integrated PoE switching, and support for the full UniFi application suite. Designed for performance and flexibility, it supports over 100 UniFi devices and more than 1,000 clients, making it ideal for medium to large networks.
It delivers 3.5+ Gbps routing performance with IDS/IPS enabled, providing secure connectivity for UniFi networks. Connectivity options include (1) 10G SFP+ and (1) 2.5 GbE WAN port, plus (1) 10G SFP+ and (8) GbE LAN ports - including (2) PoE+ and (6) PoE - allowing direct power for access points, cameras, and other UniFi hardware.
The UDM-SE also functions as a central NVR, with a 3.5" HDD bay and built-in 128 GB SSD for detection recordings. It’s UniFi Power Backup ready and features a 1.3" touchscreen for live system insights. The Dream Machine Special Edition is ideal for retail, hospitality, education, and business networks that require performance, simplicity, and integrated management.
Tech Specs
Click here to see the Dream Machine Special Edition Datasheet.
| Device Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Dimensions | 442.4 x 43.7 x 285.6 mm (17.4 x 1.7 x 11.2") |
| UniFi Application Suite | Network ✓ Protect ✓ Access ✓ Talk ✓ Connect ✓ |
| Managed UniFi Devices | 100+ |
| Managed Cameras | (24) HD (14) 2K (8) 4K |
| Simultaneous Users Connected | 1,000+ |
| Max. WAN Port Count | 8 |
| Default WAN Ports | (1) 10G SFP+ (1) 2.5 GbE RJ45 |
| Port Layout | 1 GbE RJ45: 8 (1G/100M/10M) 2.5 GbE RJ45: 1 (2.5G/1G/100M/10M) 10G SFP+: 2 (10G/1G) |
| IDS/IPS Throughput | 3.5 Gbps |
| Form Factor | Rack mount (1U) |
| Redundancy | Shadow Mode (VRRP) Gateway Failover DC Power Backup |
| Security | |
| Firewall & Filtering | Stateful Firewall ✓ Application-Aware Layer 7 Firewall ✓ DPI & Traffic Identification ✓ Zone-Based Firewall (Regions, Domains, Apps) ✓ Content Filtering ✓ Intrusion Prevention (IPS/IDS) ✓ Ad Blocking ✓ |
| IDS/IPS Signatures | 55,000+ with CyberSecure |
| Traffic Segmentation | VLAN/Subnet-based ✓ |
| VPN & SD-WAN | |
| License-Free SD-WAN | ✓ |
| Site-to-Site VPN | Site Magic ✓ IPsec ✓ OpenVPN ✓ |
| VPN Server | Identity Endpoint One-Click VPN ✓ Teleport Zero-Configuration VPN ✓ WireGuard ✓ OpenVPN ✓ L2TP ✓ |
| VPN Client | OpenVPN ✓ WireGuard ✓ |
| Networking | |
| Routing | Multi-WAN Load Balancing ✓ Shadow Mode (VRRP) High Availability ✓ Dynamic Routing (OSPF ✓, BGP ✓) Policy-based WAN & VPN Routing ✓ |
| Quality & NAT | Advanced QoS ✓ Advanced NAT (SNAT/DNAT/Masquerade/NAT Pooling/1-to-1 NAT) ✓ Multicast DNS (mDNS) ✓ |
| RADIUS | Integrated RADIUS Server ✓ RADIUS over TLS (RadSec) ✓ |
| Failover & Reporting | Additional Internet Failover with UniFi LTE Backup ✓ Internet Quality & Outage Reporting ✓ |
| Other | MAC Address Table Size: 4,000 Customizable DHCP Server ✓ IPv6 ISP Support ✓ IGMP Proxy ✓ |
| Hardware | |
| NVR Storage | (1) 3.5" NVR HDD bay Built-in 128 GB SSD for Faster Experience |
| PoE Budget | 180W |
| Max. PoE Wattage per Port | PoE: 15.4W PoE+: 30W |
| PoE Voltage Range | PoE: 44-57V PoE+: 50-57V |
| Max. Power Consumption | 50W (Excluding PoE Output) |
| Power Method | (1) Universal AC input, 100–240V AC, 4.4A Max., 50/60 Hz (1) USP-RPS DC input, 52V DC, 3.94A |
| Power Supply | AC/DC, internal, 240W |
| Supported Voltage Range | 100–240V AC |
| Processor | Quad-core ARM® Cortex®-A57 at 1.7 GHz |
| System Memory | 4 GB |
| On-board Storage | 16 GB eMMC 128 GB SSD (Integrated) |
| Weight | 5 kg (10.9 lb) |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminium CNC, SGCC steel |
| Mount Material | SGCC steel |
| LCM Display | 1.3" touchscreen |
| Management | Ethernet Bluetooth |
| LEDs | Ethernet ✓ SFP+ ✓ RPS ✓ PSU ✓ HDD ✓ |
| Button | (1) Factory-reset |
| ESD/EMP Protection | Air: ± 15kV, contact: ± 8kV |
| Operating Temperature | -10 to 40° C (14 to 104° F) |
| Operating Humidity | 5 to 95% noncondensing |
| NDAA Compliant | ✓ |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, IC, Anatel, SRRC |
FAQs
Q: What is the Ubiquiti UDM-SE and what makes it different from the UDM-Pro?
A: The Ubiquiti UDM-SE, or UniFi Dream Machine Special Edition, builds on the UDM-Pro with integrated PoE support, upgraded hardware, and a built-in 128GB SSD for UniFi Protect video storage.
Q: Does the UDM-SE support advanced firewall and security features?
A: Yes, the UDM-SE includes a next-generation firewall, IDS/IPS, and DPI for detailed traffic monitoring, ensuring robust protection against cyber threats.
Q: Can the Ubiquiti UDM-SE manage VPN and SD-WAN connections?
A: The UDM-SE supports client and site-to-site VPNs as well as SD-WAN features, providing secure and reliable connectivity for remote workers and multiple sites.
Q: What are the PoE capabilities of the UDM-SE?
A: The UDM-SE includes built-in Power over Ethernet (PoE) ports, allowing direct powering of UniFi access points, cameras, and other network devices without external injectors or switches.
Q: Is the UDM-SE scalable for growing enterprise networks?
A: Absolutely. The UDM-SE integrates seamlessly with additional UniFi switches, access points, and security devices, making it highly scalable for expanding business needs.
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