Ubiquiti UniFi Standard 48 Port PoE Switch
The USW-48-PoE is a versatile Gigabit Layer 2 switch that comes equipped with 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports, including 32 auto-sensing 802.3at PoE+ ports and 4 SFP ports. It offers high-speed Gigabit PoE connections to your RJ45 Ethernet devices and Gigabit fiber uplink options for your corporate network. With simple management through a 1.3-inch touch LCM and the UniFi Network Controller, along with support from the UniFi mobile app, the USW-48-PoE boasts a wide range of advanced Layer 2 switching protocols and features. These include per-port operation modes such as switching, mirroring, or aggregation. The UniFi Network Controller and mobile app allow network administrators to easily configure and monitor all of the switch's features through a user-friendly graphical interface, from anywhere.
Tech Specs
Click here for the UniFi USW-48-POE Datasheet.
| Device Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Dimensions | 442 x 285 x 44 mm (17.4 x 11.2 x 1.7") |
| Port Layout | 1 GbE RJ45: 48 (32 PoE+) (1G/100M/10M) 1G SFP: 4 (1G) |
| Max. PoE Output | Up to PoE+ |
| Total PoE Availability | 195W |
| Form Factor | Rack mount (1U) |
| Performance | |
| Switching Capacity | 104 Gbps |
| Total Non-Blocking Throughput | 52 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 77 Mpps |
| Supported VLANs | 1,000 |
| MAC Address Table Size | 16,000 |
| Packet Buffer Size | 1.5 MB |
| Access Lists | IPv4: 128 MAC: 128 |
| Layer 2 Features | |
| Features | LACP Port Aggregation: ✓ STP & RSTP: ✓ 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 | |
| PoE Ports | PoE+: 32 |
| Max. PoE Wattage per Port by PSE | PoE: 15.4W PoE+: 32W |
| Max. Power Consumption | 45W (Excluding PoE Output) 240W (Including PoE Output) |
| Power Method | Universal input, 100—240V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Power Input Method | AC input |
| Power Supply | AC/DC, internal, 240W |
| Supported Voltage Range | 100—240V AC |
| Management | Ethernet AR |
| Heat Dissipation (Excluding PoE Output) | 153.54 BTU/hr |
| Weight | Without mounting brackets: 4.5 kg (10 lb) With mounting brackets: 4.6 kg (10.2 lb) |
| Enclosure Material | SGCC steel |
| Mount Material | SGCC steel |
| Supported Rack Depth | 400~1200 mm (15.7-47.2") |
| LCM Display | 1.3" touchscreen |
| ESD Protection | Air: ± 16kV, contact: ± 12kV |
| Ambient Operating Temperature | -5 to 40° C (23 to 104° F) |
| Ambient Operating Humidity | 10 to 90% noncondensing |
| NDAA Compliant | ✓ |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, IC, Anatel |
| Software | |
| Application Requirements | UniFi Network Version 7.2.94 and later |
FAQs
Q: What is the Ubiquiti USW‑48‑POE and what is it designed for?
A: The USW‑48‑POE is a fully managed Layer 2 UniFi switch featuring 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports, including 32 auto-sensing 802.3at PoE+ ports, and 4 × 1G SFP uplinks. It's designed for enterprise and SMB environments requiring high-density PoE connectivity and silent operation.
Q: What are the performance specifications of the USW‑48‑POE?
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Switching Capacity: 104 Gbps
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Non-Blocking Throughput: 52 Gbps
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Forwarding Rate: 77.38 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
Q: What are the PoE capabilities and power budget of the USW‑48‑POE?
A: The switch provides 32 × 1GbE PoE+ ports, each capable of delivering up to 32W, with a total PoE power budget of 195W. It is powered via an internal 240W AC/DC power supply with a universal input range of 100–240V AC.
Q: What design features enhance its usability?
A: The USW‑48‑POE features a fanless design for silent operation, a 1.3" touchscreen LCM for status monitoring, and a 1U rackmountable form factor. It weighs 4.5 kg (10 lb) without mounting brackets and 4.6 kg (10.2 lb) with brackets.
Q: What are the environmental and compliance specifications?
A:
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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
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