Ubiquiti EdgeSwitch 48-Port 500W PoE+ Gigabit Switch
The Ubiquiti EdgeSwitch 48-Port 500W (ES-48-500W) is a managed Gigabit PoE+ switch delivering 70 Gbps non-blocking throughput. With forty-eight Gigabit ports, dual SFP+, and 500W PoE budget, it serves as a core aggregation switch for enterprise and carrier networks.Overview
The EdgeSwitch 48-500W extends Ubiquiti's EdgeSwitch architecture to high-port-density deployments, delivering enterprise-class switching performance with dual 10G SFP+ uplinks. Its 48-port design with substantial PoE capacity makes it ideal for large corporate networks, multi-building campuses, and carrier-grade installations requiring significant access device density.
Key Features
- Forty-eight Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE+ support
- 24V passive PoE support for device flexibility
- 500W PoE power budget for moderate per-port allocation across full port count
- Two 1/10 Gbps SFP+ ports for high-speed optical uplinks
- Two 1 Gbps SFP ports for standard optical connectivity
- 70 Gbps non-blocking throughput for full-rate concurrent switching
- Advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols for carrier networks
Specifications
- Ports: 48× Gigabit RJ45 + 2× SFP+ (10/1G) + 2× SFP (1G)
- Speed: Gigabit (1000 Mbps) plus 10G uplinks
- Non-Blocking Throughput: 70 Gbps
- PoE Power Budget: 500W
- Power Supply: AC/DC Internal 500W DC
- Max. Power Consumption: 500W
- Dimensions: 485 × 43.7 × 374.6 mm
- Operating Temperature: 5–40°C
- Color: Black
- Country of Origin: United States
Why buy from Procure.ae
Procure.ae supplies large-scale aggregation switches and high-density PoE infrastructure to enterprise data centres, telecommunications carriers, and institutional networks across the UAE and GCC. Request a quote for volume pricing and engineering support.
FAQ
What is the typical per-port PoE allocation with 48 ports?
500W across 48 ports averages ~10W per port. Higher-power devices require careful power budgeting; consult Procure.ae technical team for calculations.
Are the SFP+ ports backwards compatible with SFP modules?
Yes, SFP+ ports support standard SFP modules, though they will operate at 1G speeds. Verify SFP module compatibility before use.
Description
Overview
The EdgeSwitch 48-500W extends Ubiquiti's EdgeSwitch architecture to high-port-density deployments, delivering enterprise-class switching performance with dual 10G SFP+ uplinks. Its 48-port design with substantial PoE capacity makes it ideal for large corporate networks, multi-building campuses, and carrier-grade installations requiring significant access device density.
Key Features
- Forty-eight Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE+ support
- 24V passive PoE support for device flexibility
- 500W PoE power budget for moderate per-port allocation across full port count
- Two 1/10 Gbps SFP+ ports for high-speed optical uplinks
- Two 1 Gbps SFP ports for standard optical connectivity
- 70 Gbps non-blocking throughput for full-rate concurrent switching
- Advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols for carrier networks
Specifications
- Ports: 48× Gigabit RJ45 + 2× SFP+ (10/1G) + 2× SFP (1G)
- Speed: Gigabit (1000 Mbps) plus 10G uplinks
- Non-Blocking Throughput: 70 Gbps
- PoE Power Budget: 500W
- Power Supply: AC/DC Internal 500W DC
- Max. Power Consumption: 500W
- Dimensions: 485 × 43.7 × 374.6 mm
- Operating Temperature: 5–40°C
- Color: Black
- Country of Origin: United States
Why buy from Procure.ae
Procure.ae supplies large-scale aggregation switches and high-density PoE infrastructure to enterprise data centres, telecommunications carriers, and institutional networks across the UAE and GCC. Request a quote for volume pricing and engineering support.
FAQ
What is the typical per-port PoE allocation with 48 ports?
500W across 48 ports averages ~10W per port. Higher-power devices require careful power budgeting; consult Procure.ae technical team for calculations.
Are the SFP+ ports backwards compatible with SFP modules?
Yes, SFP+ ports support standard SFP modules, though they will operate at 1G speeds. Verify SFP module compatibility before use.
Specifications
Brand
Ubiquiti
Product Type
Poe Managed Switch
Storefront L1
Servers Networking
Storefront L2
networking
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switches
Weight (Spec)
6.12
Color (Spec)
Black
Country of Origin
United States
Dimensions
485 x 43.7 x 374.6 mm
Max. Power Consumption
500W
Operating Temperature
5 to 40° C (23 to 104° F)
Power Supply (PoE)
AC/DC, Internal, 500W DC
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 48-port switching enable for enterprise and carrier networks?
A 48-port switch serves as a central core aggregation point, concentrating traffic from multiple access layers into a single high-capacity backbone. This supports hundreds of devices across buildings or large networks.
How does 70 Gbps non-blocking throughput compare to smaller switches?
70 Gbps is nearly triple the throughput of 24-port switches, providing sufficient bandwidth for simultaneous high-speed transfers across all 48 ports. This is essential for core aggregation without congestion.
What is the role of dual SFP+ uplinks in this core switch?
Dual 10G SFP+ uplinks provide redundant, ultra-high-speed connections to edge routers or other core switches. This ensures backbone reliability and supports multi-terabit-per-second traffic aggregation.
How many devices can a 48-port 500W PoE switch support in a large organization?
The 48 ports can power hundreds of devices when deployed alongside additional switches in a multi-layer architecture. A single switch suits organizations with 50+ access points, cameras, and phones requiring centralized PoE.
Is this switch suitable for data center or service provider deployments?
Yes, the 48-port count, high throughput, and dual 10G uplinks make it ideal for data center aggregation, service provider core networks, and large enterprise campuses.
How does managed switching help operate a 48-port core switch?
Managed features like VLAN, spanning tree, and QoS allow administrators to segment traffic, prevent loops, and prioritize critical applications. This ensures reliable, efficient operation in complex networks.
What delivery options exist for core switches to large GCC deployments?
Procure.ae supplies enterprise core equipment to the UAE and GCC on a request-a-quote basis. Contact the team with your infrastructure requirements to confirm delivery and support options.
Does Procure.ae provide network design services for core infrastructure?
Yes, Procure.ae can support design, deployment, and commissioning of large-scale networking infrastructure. Reach out to discuss your enterprise or carrier requirements and confirm available professional services.
What are the key port specifications of this core aggregation switch?
The ES-48-500W features forty-eight Gigabit ports with 500W PoE power budget and dual SFP+ 10G uplinks for high-speed core aggregation.
What throughput does this switch deliver for core aggregation?
The ES-48-500W provides 70 Gbps non-blocking throughput, sufficient for concurrent high-speed transfers across all 48 ports without congestion.
Is warranty support provided with this large enterprise switch?
Contact Procure.ae to confirm the warranty coverage and support terms available for the EdgeSwitch 48-Port 500W PoE+ switch.
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