Unifi Switch 8
It’s time to strengthen your company’s network with the UniFi switch from Ubiquiti Networks. UniFi Switch products feature integrated Gigabit Ethernet ports in a compact form factor. Each model is fully manageable thanks to an intelligent centralized interface.
Opt for the Unifi Switch 8 to enjoy high performance and smart switching for your networks. Thanks to its routing capability, the switch allows traffic to flow through all ports simultaneously. It operates at a line rate and does not cause any packet loss. The total non-blocking throughput of the device is up to 8 Gbps. The switching capacity is 16 Gbps.
Key Features
The UniFi Controller
You can benefit from a management device that is both efficient and practical: the UniFi Controller software. This module offers personalized configuration and detailed monitoring functions. As a result, you can have the pulse of your network to react to every situation requiring your attention in less time. A clear and efficient graphical interface displays the data of all devices connected to the network. There are no extra software, licenses or support fees required.

PoE
The Unifi Switch 8 model is compatible with 802.3af/at PoE. It can be powered by a passive 48V PoE or by the supplied power adapter. The passive 48V PoE connection is supported at port 8. The latter can provide up to 12W of power when powered by:
- An 802.3at PoE+ cable
- A passive 48V PoE cable
- The supplied power adapter
When powered by 802.3af PoE, the PoE output power may be less than 12W. The battery is connected to a power adapter that delivers up to 15.4W of power per port
Main features of the Unifi Switch 8
- (8) Gigabit RJ45 Ports
- (1) PoE Passthrough Port
- Non-Blocking Throughput: 8 Gbps
- Switching Capacity: 16 Gbps
- Forwarding Rate: 11.9 Mpps
- Maximum Power Consumption: 12W
- PoE or DC Input Option
- Available in Single-Pack and 5-Pack
Switch Configuration
Each user can access the UniFi Switch by using the UniFi Controller interface. It is now possible customize the settings of a variety of features:
- Operation mode per port: switching, mirroring, or aggregate)
- Network/VLAN configuration
- Jumbo frame and flow control services
- Network settings
- Storm control setting per port
- Spanning tree configuration
- 802.1x control and RADIUS VLAN
- Debug terminal option for command-line interface
The UniFi Controller
Only one control unit is needed for all operating sites. Each of them is organized independently. They each have their own:
- Network monitoring
- Configuration
- Maps
- Statistics
- Administration accounts

Statistics
All UniFi devices discovered by the UniFi controller are displayed in a dedicated section of the interface. The details and configuration of each managed device are easily accessible. Switching statistics provide both a general and detailed overview of LAN performance on each port. All you need to do is select the switch. Available data includes the following:
- LAN
- WLAN
- Internal traffic
The Switch Stats filter displays information about the status, ports, PoE and traffic activity of UniFi switches on the Insights screen.
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