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The Ubiquiti EdgeSwitch 48 500W (ES-48-500W) is a high-capacity managed PoE switch designed for enterprise networks, ISPs, surveillance systems, educational institutions, and large business environments. It provides 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and a substantial 500W PoE budget, allowing organizations to power a large number of access points, IP cameras, VoIP phones, and other network devices from a single switch.
Running on the EdgeSwitch operating system, it offers advanced Layer 2 switching features, VLAN support, traffic management, network security, and flexible management options for professional deployments.
The ES-48-500W is designed for large-scale deployments that require reliable switching and extensive PoE capabilities. With its 500W power budget, it can support dozens of PoE-powered devices simultaneously, reducing the need for separate power adapters and simplifying network installations.
Its high switching capacity ensures smooth performance even in busy network environments. The inclusion of SFP and SFP+ uplink ports provides flexibility for connecting high-speed backbone links and expanding network infrastructure.
Ubiquiti ES-48-500W Connectivity and Compatibility
Compatible with Ubiquiti access points
Supports IP surveillance cameras
Compatible with VoIP phone systems
Supports fiber uplinks via SFP and SFP+
Works with third-party networking devices
Supports enterprise VLAN deployments
Ubiquiti ES-48-500W Design and Build Quality
Durable rack-mount metal chassis
Professional enterprise design
Efficient cooling architecture
Front-facing ports for easy cable management
Built for continuous 24/7 operation
Robust construction for demanding environments
Ubiquiti ES-48-500W Ideal Use Cases
Enterprise office networks
Campus and educational networks
CCTV surveillance deployments
Hospitality and hotel networking
ISP infrastructure
Large wireless access point deployments
Ubiquiti ES-48-500W Pros and Cons
Pros
Cons
48 Gigabit ports for high-density deployments
Larger rack space requirements
Massive 500W PoE budget
Higher power consumption
Includes SFP and SFP+ uplinks
Older EdgeSwitch platform
Advanced management capabilities
Requires networking knowledge for setup
Enterprise-grade reliability
No centralized UniFi management
Ubiquiti ES-48-500W FAQs
Q1: Does the ES-48-500W support PoE devices? Yes, it supports both 24V passive PoE and 802.3af/at PoE devices.
Q2: What is the total PoE budget? The switch provides a total PoE budget of 500W.
Q3: Does it support fiber connectivity? Yes, it includes both SFP and SFP+ uplink ports for fiber networking.
Q4: Is it suitable for large surveillance systems? Yes, it is ideal for powering and managing multiple IP cameras.
Q5: Can it be rack-mounted? Yes, it is designed for standard rack installation.
Ubiquiti ES-48-500W Conclusion
The Ubiquiti EdgeSwitch 48 500W ES-48-500W priced at KSh 130,000 in Kenya is a powerful managed PoE switch built for large-scale business and enterprise deployments. With 48 Gigabit ports, a generous 500W PoE budget, and high-speed fiber uplinks, it provides the performance, scalability, and reliability needed for demanding network environments.
