Learn the basics of what a UniFi Switch is and the basic features, other articles we have do a deep dive into the features and product lines.

If you want fast and reliable UniFi hosting, check out HostiFi with expert support, regular backups, managed updates and prices from $19 per month.

To learn more about our hosting plans, create an account or book a free demo to get started.

Contents

What is a UniFi Switch

What is a UniFi Switch?

Ubiquiti has been offering UniFi switches for a while and they come in all shapes and sizes. The main differentiator is whether it has PoE or not. Ubiquiti has numerous variations, including:

• Flex
• Lite
• Standard
• Pro
• Enterprise

Flex switches offer some PoE and are plastic in design, Lite offer half of their ports for PoE, Pro are L3 capable with support for PoE on some models. Enterprise are also L3 capable, with support for PoE on all ethernet ports.

UniFi Switches only support active PoE, some older variations used to offer 24v passive as well however.

All Standard, Pro and Enterprise models also feature a 1.3-inch touchscreen for viewing stats, performing safe shutdowns and more.

HostiFi

HostiFi provides hosting for Ubiquiti hardware and software, with servers for UniFi and UISP as well as professional network services with HostiFi Pro.