Product Description
Ubiquiti EdgeSwitch 48 PoE – Enterprise Layer 2/3 Gigabit Switch (ES-48-500W)
The EdgeSwitch 48 PoE (ES-48-500W) from Ubiquiti is a powerful 1U rackmount Layer 2/3 managed switch designed for growing enterprise networks, ISPs, and advanced business deployments. Featuring 48 Gigabit PoE+ ports, high-speed SFP & SFP+ uplinks, and a robust 500W internal power supply, it delivers reliable performance, scalability, and flexible power options in a single compact unit.
With a 70 Gbps non-blocking throughput, the EdgeSwitch processes traffic at line rate across all ports without packet loss—making it ideal for powering access points, IP cameras, VoIP phones, and other PoE-enabled devices. It supports auto-sensing IEEE 802.3af/at PoE+ as well as configurable 24V Passive PoE, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of network hardware.
Managed via an intuitive graphical web interface or an advanced CLI (SSH/Telnet), the EdgeSwitch provides enterprise-grade control, security, and routing capabilities—perfect for modern, high-demand networks.
Key Highlights
48 × Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE+ support
2 × 10G SFP+ & 2 × 1G SFP uplinks
70 Gbps non-blocking throughput
Auto-sensing PoE+ & 24V Passive PoE per port
Advanced Layer 2 switching & Layer 3 routing
1U rackmount, enterprise-grade build
Advanced Switching & Power Features
High-Performance Switching
Line-rate forwarding on all ports
Up to 104.16 Mpps forwarding rate
Suitable for dense enterprise and ISP environments
Flexible PoE Deployment
IEEE 802.3af/at PoE+ auto-detection
Manually configurable 24V Passive PoE
Simplifies infrastructure by powering devices directly
Fiber Connectivity
2 × SFP ports for standard fiber uplinks
2 × SFP+ ports for up to 10 Gbps high-capacity uplinks
Enterprise Management
Web-based graphical UI
CLI access via SSH & Telnet
Full visibility, monitoring, and configuration control
Technical Specifications – EdgeSwitch 48 PoE (ES-48-500W)
Mechanical
| Item | Specification |
| Form Factor | Rackmount, 1U |
| Dimensions | 485 × 43.7 × 374.6 mm (19.1 × 1.7 × 14.8 in) |
| Weight | 6.1 kg (13.5 lb) |
| Color | Black |
Hardware & Interfaces
| Item | Specification |
| RJ45 Ports | 48 × 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| SFP+ Ports | 2 × 1/10 Gbps |
| SFP Ports | 2 × 1 Gbps |
| Management Interfaces | RJ45 serial port, Ethernet In/Out-of-Band |
| LED Indicators | PoE, speed, link/activity |
Performance
| Item | Specification |
| Total Non-Blocking Throughput | 70 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity | 140 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 104.16 Mpps |
Power
| Item | Specification |
| Power Supply | Internal AC/DC, 500W |
| Power Input | 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Max Power Consumption | 500W (with PoE) / 64W (without PoE) |
PoE Capabilities
| Item | Specification |
| PoE Standards | IEEE 802.3af / 802.3at |
| Passive PoE | 24V DC (configurable) |
| Max PoE+ per Port | 34.2W |
| PoE+ Voltage Range | 50–57V |
| Max Passive PoE per Port | 17W |
| Passive PoE Voltage Range | 20–27V |
Environmental & Compliance
| Item | Specification |
| Operating Temperature | −5 to 40°C (23 to 104°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 5–95% non-condensing |
| ESD/EMP Protection | ±24 kV (air/contact) |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, IC |
| Shock & Vibration | ETSI300-019-1.4 |
