The Ubiquiti UniFi Cloud Gateway Max (Model: UCG-Max) is a compact, ultra-high-performance 2.5G desktop Cloud Gateway designed for high-density home networks, small-to-medium businesses, and remote branch offices. Powered by a quad-core ARM processor, this multi-gigabit gateway functions as a high-throughput router, advanced security gateway, and centralized application server running the full UniFi Application Suite (Network, Protect, Access, Talk, and Connect) without requiring a Cloud Key.
Featuring multi-gigabit performance across all interfaces, the UCG-Max includes (1) 2.5 GbE RJ45 WAN port and (4) 2.5 GbE RJ45 LAN ports, delivering complete 2.5 Gbps routing and full Layer 7 threat management up to 1.5 Gbps. Engineered for high performance and surveillance storage flexibility, it includes a built-in status display, scalable NVMe SSD storage options for UniFi Protect NVR recording, and flexible USB-C power delivery.
Comprehensive Key Features:
Full 2.5 GbE Multi-Gigabit Connectivity: Features (1) 2.5 GbE WAN port and (4) 2.5 GbE LAN ports for high-bandwidth internet plans and bottleneck-free local network traffic.
Complete UniFi Application Suite: Hosts UniFi Network, Protect, Access, Talk, and Connect applications directly on the gateway without external hardware.
Integrated NVMe SSD NVR Storage: Includes high-speed NVMe SSD storage support for instant video surveillance recording and playback in UniFi Protect.
Enterprise Threat Management: Features an application-aware Layer 7 firewall with integrated Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS) delivering up to 1.5 Gbps threat inspection throughput.
High Device & Client Capacity: Engineered to manage 30+ UniFi network devices and up to 300+ connected client devices simultaneously.
Real-Time Status Display: Integrated 0.96" LCM status screen provides instant visual telemetry, system information, and bandwidth monitoring.
Compact Desktop Design: Extremely small footprint housed in a durable polycarbonate enclosure powered by a universal USB-C power adapter.
Extended Technical Specifications:
Hardware & Physical Parameters:
Model / SKU: UCG-Max (UniFi Cloud Gateway Max)
Dimensions: 141.8 x 127.6 x 30 mm (5.58 x 5.02 x 1.18")
Weight: 520 g (1.15 lb)
Enclosure Material: Polycarbonate
Processor: Quad-Core ARM® Cortex®-A53 at 1.5 GHz
System Memory: 3 GB DDR4
Storage Options: Available with 512 GB / 1 TB / 2 TB NVMe SSD (or No Storage base model)
Display: 0.96" Status LCM Display
Wireless, Networking & Performance Parameters:
WAN Interfaces: (1) 2.5 GbE RJ45 Port
LAN Interfaces: (4) 2.5 GbE RJ45 Ports
IDS/IPS Throughput: 1.5 Gbps (measured with iPerf3)
Router Capacity: 2.5 Gbps Line-Rate Routing
Managed Devices: 30+ UniFi Devices
Managed Clients: 300+ Concurrent Users
Management Interfaces: Ethernet, Bluetooth
Electrical & Environmental Parameters:
Power Method: USB Type-C (5V DC / 5A)
Power Supply: 5V DC, 5A USB-C Power Adapter (Included)
Max. Power Consumption: 16.1W
Supported Voltage Range: 100 to 240V AC (via Power Adapter)
ESD/EMP Protection: Air: ±8 kV, Contact: ±4 kV
Ambient Operating Temperature: -10 to 40° C (14 to 104° F)
Ambient Operating Humidity: 5 to 95% noncondensing
Certifications: CE, FCC, IC