Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Pro Max 48 PoE

Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Pro Max 48 PoE

The Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Pro Max 48 PoE is a high-performance managed network switch engineered for enterprise deployments requiring extensive Power over Ethernet capacity. With 48 PoE++ ports and 2.5 Gbps connectivity options, this switch powers and connects dense device environments including IP cameras, wireless access points, and VoIP phones. IT administrators and network engineers gain professional-grade switching capabilities with simplified management through the UniFi ecosystem.

Key Features & Benefits

• Massive PoE Budget: Delivers 600W total PoE++ power output across all ports, allowing you to deploy power-hungry devices like PTZ cameras and Wi-Fi 6E access points without additional power supplies or injectors at each location.
• Multi-Gigabit Uplink Performance: Features (4) 10G SFP+ ports for fiber backbone connections and high-bandwidth uplinks, eliminating network bottlenecks when aggregating traffic from multiple floors or building wings.
• 2.5 Gbps Port Options: Includes (8) 2.5GbE ports optimized for modern access points and workstations, providing more than twice the bandwidth of standard gigabit connections without requiring expensive 10G infrastructure upgrades.
• Layer 3 Routing Capabilities: Supports advanced routing protocols including static routes and inter-VLAN routing, enabling you to segment networks and improve performance without purchasing separate routing hardware.
• Intelligent PoE Management: Offers per-port PoE scheduling and power budgeting through the UniFi Controller, reducing energy costs by automatically powering down devices during off-hours and prioritizing critical equipment during power constraints.

Technical Specifications

Port Configuration

• PoE+ Ports: (40) Gigabit RJ45 ports with 802.3at PoE+ (30W per port)
• PoE++ Ports: (8) 2.5GbE RJ45 ports with 802.3bt PoE++ (60W per port)
• SFP+ Ports: (4) 10G SFP+ fiber ports for uplinks and stacking
• Total PoE Budget: 600W maximum across all ports

Switching Performance

• Switching Capacity: 176 Gbps non-blocking
• Forwarding Rate: 130.95 Mpps (million packets per second)
• Routing: Layer 3 static routing and inter-VLAN routing
• VLAN Support: 4K VLAN IDs with 802.1Q tagging

Physical Specifications

• Dimensions: 442 × 325 × 44 mm (17.4 × 12.8 × 1.73 in)
• Rack Space: 1U 19-inch rackmount
• Weight: 5.8 kg (12.8 lbs)
• Cooling: Smart temperature-controlled dual fans

Power Requirements

• Input: 100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz
• Maximum Consumption: 750W (including PoE output)
• Power Supply: Redundant hot-swappable PSU ready (additional PSU sold separately)

Environmental & Certifications

• Operating Temperature: -5°C to 45°C (23°F to 113°F)
• Operating Humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing
• Certifications: FCC, CE, IC compliant
• MTBF: >200,000 hours

Management & Software

• Controller: UniFi Network Controller version 7.0 or later
• Management Interface: Web-based UniFi OS Console or self-hosted controller
• Monitoring: Real-time port statistics, PoE consumption graphs, device detection
• CLI Access: SSH command-line interface for advanced configuration

Use Cases & Applications

Corporate Office Networks: The UniFi Switch Pro Max 48 PoE serves as a distribution layer switch for companies with 50-200 employees. Network administrators deploy it in server rooms to aggregate connections from access layer switches while powering IP phones and access points throughout office floors.

Educational Campus Deployments: Universities and schools use this switch in network closets serving classrooms and labs. The high PoE budget powers ceiling-mounted projectors, wireless access points, and PoE lighting systems from a single device, simplifying cable management and reducing installation costs.

Hospitality & Multi-Dwelling Units: Hotels and apartment complexes rely on the switch to deliver network connectivity and power to in-room access points and IP phones. The 2.5 Gbps ports support high-density Wi-Fi 6 deployments that handle streaming and gaming traffic from multiple guests simultaneously.

Surveillance Infrastructure: Security integrators deploy the UniFi Switch Pro Max 48 PoE as the backbone for large-scale camera systems. The 60W PoE++ ports power PTZ cameras with heaters and IR illuminators, while the 10G uplinks handle video traffic from 40+ cameras to recording servers.

Healthcare Facilities: Medical offices and clinics use this switch to power nurse call systems, digital signage, and wireless infrastructure across multiple exam rooms. VLAN segmentation separates patient data networks from guest Wi-Fi, maintaining HIPAA compliance without additional hardware.

Retail Chain Locations: Multi-location retailers standardize on this switch for back-of-house network infrastructure. Each store connects point-of-sale terminals, security cameras, and customer Wi-Fi through a single managed device that headquarters can monitor and configure remotely.

Broadcasting & Production Studios: Media facilities leverage the 10G uplinks for real-time video editing workflows while using PoE ports to power IP-based intercom systems and studio cameras, consolidating power and data delivery in equipment racks.

Part of the UniFi ecosystem – works seamlessly with UniFi Network gateways, wireless access points, and security cameras. Managed through the same controller interface as other UniFi devices for unified network visibility.