Ubiquiti UniFi Pro XG 48 PoE
The Ubiquiti UniFi Pro XG 48 PoE is a high-density, Layer 3 managed switch built for large-scale enterprise networks that demand exceptional data throughput and robust PoE delivery. Featuring 32× 10 GbE ports and 16× 2.5 GbE PoE+++ ports, it supports a wide range of high-bandwidth and power-hungry devices, including WiFi 7 access points, surveillance systems, and IoT infrastructure.
With four 25G SFP28 uplinks, the Pro XG 48 provides high-speed fibre aggregation for seamless integration into enterprise backbones or core layers. The switch offers a substantial 1,080W total PoE budget, delivering up to 90W per port - ideal for powering next-generation PoE++ devices in demanding environments.
Etherlighting technology offers visual port feedback for speed, location, and VLAN assignment, simplifying cable management and diagnostics, especially when paired with UniFi Etherlighting Patch Cables. It also supports DC power backup via UniFi RPS, ensuring uninterrupted operation in mission-critical deployments.
Designed for rack-mount enterprise installations, the UniFi Pro XG 48 PoE delivers the performance, power, and intelligence needed to scale modern, high-capacity networks with confidence.
Tech Specs
Click here to view the Ubiquiti UniFi Pro XG 48 PoE datasheet.
| Device Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Dimensions | 442 x 480 x 44 mm (17.4 x 18.9 x 1.7") |
| Port Layout | 2.5 GbE RJ45 16 (All PoE+++) (2.5G/1G/100M/10M) 10 GbE RJ45 32 (All PoE+++) (10G/5G/2.5G/1G/100M/10M) 25G SFP28 4 (25G/10G/1G) |
| Max. PoE Output | Up to PoE+++ |
| Total PoE Availability | 200-240V AC: 1080W 100-120V AC: 972W |
| Redundancy | DC Power Backup |
| Layer 3 | ✓ |
| Form Factor | Rack mount (1U) |
| Etherlighting™ | ✓ |
| Performance | |
| Switching Capacity | 920 Gbps |
| Total Non-Blocking Throughput | 460 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 684 Mpps |
| Supported VLANs | 1,000 |
| MAC Address Table Size | 128,000 |
| L3 Table Size | ARP Entries: 128,000 IPv4 Routes: 256,000 |
| Packet Buffer Size | 8 MB |
| Access Lists | IPv4: 256 MAC: 256 |
| Layer 3 Features | |
| DHCP Server (Local Networks) | ✓ |
| DHCP Relay | ✓ |
| Inter-VLAN Routing (Local Networks) | ✓ |
| Static Routing (Local Networks) | ✓ |
| Layer 2 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 | |
| PoE Ports | PoE+++: 48 |
| Max. PoE Wattage per Port | PoE: 15.4W PoE+: 30W PoE++: 60W PoE+++: 90W |
| Max. Power Consumption | 200W (Excluding PoE Output) 200-240V: 1,280W 100-120V AC: 1,172W (Including PoE Output) |
| 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, 1,350W |
| Supported Voltage Range | 100—240V AC |
| Management | Ethernet AR |
| Weight | Without mounting brackets: 8.7 kg (15.4 lb) With mounting brackets: 8.8 kg (15.7 lb) |
| Enclosure Material | SGCC steel |
| Mount Material | SGCC steel |
| Supported Rack Depth | 482.6 mm (19") four-post racks Posts depths: 600–1,066 mm (23.6–42") |
| LCM Display | 1.3" touchscreen |
| ESD Protection | Air: ± 30kV Contact: ± 20kV |
| Ambient Operating Temperature | -5 to 40° C (23 to 104° F) |
| Ambient Operating Humidity | 10 to 90% noncondensing |
| Etherlighting™ | Ethernet: ✓ SFP28: ✓ |
| LEDs | RPS: ✓ |
| NDAA Compliant | ✓ |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, IC |
| Software | |
| Application Requirements | UniFi Network Version 9.1.120 and later |
FAQs
Q: What is the Ubiquiti USW-Pro-XG-48-PoE and what is it designed for?
A: The USW-Pro-XG-48-PoE is a high-performance, Layer 3 Ethernet switch with Etherlighting™. It delivers 48 PoE+++ ports (32 × 10 GbE, 16 × 2.5 GbE) and 4 × 25 GbE SFP28 uplinks—built for enterprise networks requiring multi-gigabit PoE and robust backbone connectivity.
Q: What PoE power limits can the USW-Pro-XG-48-PoE deliver?
A: The switch offers up to 1080 W total PoE power, with per-port capacity up to 90 W under PoE+++ standards.
Q: What are the performance specifications of the switch?
A: It provides 920 Gbps switching capacity, 460 Gbps non-blocking throughput, and a forwarding rate of 684 Mpps—ideal for demanding, high-speed environments.
Q: What advanced features does it support?
A: The USW-Pro-XG-48-PoE supports full Layer 3 routing (inter-VLAN, DHCP server/relay, static routes) and advanced Layer 2 controls (LACP, QoS, IGMP snooping, ACLs, Pro AV profiles, jumbo frames, port isolation, among others).
Q: What design features enhance its usability and reliability?
A: It’s built in a 1U rack-mount SGCC steel chassis with silent fanless cooling, a 1.3" Etherlighting™ touchscreen, support for RPS DC power backup, and weighs approximately 8.7 kg.
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