Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Pro Max 48

The Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Pro Max 48 is a high-performance enterprise Layer 3 switch designed for organizations that require a large number of high-speed Ethernet ports, reliable uplinks, and seamless integration into modern network infrastructures. It is an ideal solution for enterprise offices, campus networks, data rooms, and professional AV environments where scalability and performance are critical. The switch provides a total of 48 RJ45 Ethernet ports, offering flexible connectivity for a wide range of devices. This includes 32 × 1 GbE ports supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps connections for standard endpoints such as workstations, printers, and IP phones, as well as 16 × 2.5 GbE ports that deliver higher bandwidth for Wi-Fi 6/6E access points, high-performance workstations, and bandwidth-intensive edge devices. This mixed port configuration allows network administrators to upgrade network speed selectively without replacing the entire switching infrastructure.

For high-capacity uplinks and aggregation, the switch is equipped with 4 × 10G SFP+ ports, supporting both 10G and 1G connections. These interfaces provide fast and reliable connectivity to core switches, servers, or network storage systems, ensuring smooth data flow across the network. The UniFi Switch Pro Max 48 supports Layer 3 operation, making it suitable not only for access switching but also for routing within local networks. To improve availability in business-critical deployments, the switch supports DC power redundancy via USP RPS, providing an additional layer of protection against power interruptions. Housed in a standard 1U rack-mount form factor, the device is designed for installation in 19-inch racks. Etherlighting™ technology enhances usability by providing clear visual port identification for both Ethernet and SFP+ interfaces, simplifying installation, cabling, and ongoing maintenance in dense rack environments.

The UniFi Switch Pro Max 48 is built on a high-capacity switching architecture designed to handle large volumes of traffic with minimal latency. It delivers a switching capacity of 224 Gbps and 112 Gbps of total non-blocking throughput, allowing all ports to operate simultaneously at full speed without congestion. With a forwarding rate of 167 million packets per second, the switch maintains consistent performance even during peak network usage. The switch supports up to 1,000 VLANs, enabling detailed network segmentation for security, traffic management, and organizational structure. A MAC address table with 32,000 entries ensures stable operation in environments with a high number of connected devices, while the 2 MB packet buffer helps absorb traffic bursts and reduce packet loss.

Integrated Layer 3 features allow the switch to perform routing tasks directly within the local network. These include a DHCP server for local networks, DHCP relay, inter-VLAN routing, and static routing, reducing the need for additional routing hardware and simplifying network design. The Layer 3 table supports up to 12,000 ARP entries and 12,000 IPv4 routes, making the switch suitable for complex routed environments. Advanced traffic control and security are provided through IPv4 and MAC-based access control lists, with support for 128 entries per ACL type. QoS with DSCP support ensures proper prioritization of latency-sensitive traffic such as voice and video. For professional media environments, the switch includes built-in Pro AV profiles for technologies like Dante, NDI, SDVoE, Q-SYS, AES67, Shure, Crestron, and Play, delivering predictable performance without manual configuration.

The UniFi Switch Pro Max 48 is designed for continuous 24/7 operation and integrates seamlessly with UniFi Network software version 8.0.24 and later. Management is performed via Ethernet or AR, providing centralized configuration, monitoring, and diagnostics across the UniFi ecosystem. The switch features an internal AC/DC power supply rated at 100W and supports a universal AC input range of 100–240V at 50/60 Hz. In addition to the primary AC input, a USP RPS DC input is available for power redundancy. Maximum power consumption is 100W, ensuring energy-efficient operation. Heat dissipation of 341.2 BTU/hr supports effective thermal management in rack installations.

The enclosure and mounting components are constructed from durable SGCC steel, providing mechanical strength and long-term reliability. A 1.3-inch touchscreen LCM display on the front panel allows quick access to system status information. The switch operates reliably within an ambient temperature range of -5 to 40 °C and humidity levels of 10–90% non-condensing. Visual port identification is enhanced by Etherlighting™, which supports both Ethernet and SFP+ interfaces and simplifies troubleshooting in complex installations. The device is NDAA compliant and certified to CE, FCC, IC, and Anatel standards, making it suitable for corporate, regulated, and international deployments where compliance and reliability are essential.