The Ubiquiti UniFi Switch 16 PoE (Model: USW-16-PoE) is an enterprise-class, 1U rack-mountable Layer 2 managed switch designed to power and connect network endpoints across small to medium-sized business networks, remote offices, and commercial facilities. Functioning as a core building block within the UniFi ecosystem, the USW-16-PoE delivers high-density Gigabit connectivity with integrated Power over Ethernet (PoE+) capabilities, enabling clean, single-cable installations for Wireless Access Points, IP surveillance cameras, and VoIP desk phones.
Built with an efficient thermal architecture, the USW-16-PoE operates completely fanless, providing silent heat dissipation ideal for open office spaces, retail environments, and noise-sensitive desktop installations. The switch provides 16 total Gigabit RJ45 ports, with 8 ports supplying auto-sensing 802.3af/at PoE+ power to connected devices. Additionally, two 1G SFP ports offer flexible fiber uplink capabilities to aggregate traffic back to core campus switches or gateways. Fully managed via the UniFi Network Controller, it supports comprehensive Layer 2 switching protocols, port-level configuration, dynamic VLAN tagging, and real-time network health diagnostics via its integrated 1.3" color LCM touchscreen.
Comprehensive Key Features:
16 Gigabit Connectivity Options: Equipped with 16 x 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 ports and 2 x 1G SFP optical ports for high-speed uplink capacity.
Auto-Sensing 802.3at PoE+ Output: Ports 1 through 8 automatically detect and supply 802.3af/at PoE+ power (up to 30W per port) with a total internal PoE availability budget of 42W.
Silent Fanless Thermal Design: Completely silent operation with passive cooling, eliminating mechanical fan noise for noise-sensitive workspace deployments.
Integrated 1.3" Color LCM Touchscreen: Front-panel display provides real-time system performance data, active PoE power draw, connected port status, and quick diagnostics.
Advanced Layer 2 Managed Switching: Supports port isolation, storm control, spanning tree protocols (STP/RSTP), static port aggregation, dynamic VLAN tagging, and rate limiting.
Centralized UniFi Network Management: Fully provisions, monitors, and analyzes connected devices through the intuitive UniFi Network management interface.
Rack-Mountable 1U Form Factor: Includes removable rack-mount brackets for standard 19" equipment rack installations or desktop placing.
Extended Technical Specifications:
Model / SKU: USW-16-PoE (UniFi Switch 16 PoE)
Rack Form Factor: 1U Standard 19" Rack Mount
Networking Interfaces:
(16) 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet Ports
(2) 1G SFP Fiber Uplink Ports
Management Interface: Ethernet In-Band / UniFi Network Software
PoE Interfaces: (8) Ports 1–8; 802.3af/at PoE+ (Pairs 1, 2+; 3, 6-)
Total Non-Blocking Throughput: 18 Gbps
Switching Capacity: 36 Gbps
Forwarding Rate: 26.78 Mpps
Total Available PoE Budget: 42 W
Max. PoE Wattage per Port: 30 W (802.3at)
Power Method: Universal AC Input 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power Supply: Internal 60W AC/DC Power Supply
Max. Power Consumption: 18 W (Excluding PoE Output)
Display: 1.3" Color Touchscreen LCM
ESD/EMP Protection: Air: ± 16 kV, Contact: ± 12 kV
Enclosure Materials: SGCC Steel Casing
Operating Temperature: -5°C to 40°C (23°F to 104°F)
Operating Humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing