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The Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Pro 8 PoE (USW-Pro-8-PoE) is a compact enterprise-grade Layer 3 managed switch designed for professional networking environments, branch offices, retail stores, surveillance systems, and advanced home networks. It combines eight Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE+ and PoE++ capabilities, allowing it to power high-performance access points, IP cameras, VoIP phones, and other PoE-enabled devices.
With two 10G SFP+ uplink ports, a 120W PoE budget, silent fanless operation, and UniFi Controller integration, the USW-Pro-8-PoE delivers enterprise-class performance in a compact desktop or wall-mountable form factor.
The USW-Pro-8-PoE is built for environments that require both advanced networking features and reliable PoE delivery. Its combination of PoE+ and PoE++ ports makes it suitable for powering modern WiFi access points, PTZ cameras, VoIP phones, and other high-power devices.
The switch delivers smooth traffic handling with Layer 3 routing capabilities and high-speed 10G uplinks, making it an excellent choice for businesses that need a compact switch without sacrificing enterprise-level functionality. Silent fanless cooling also makes it ideal for offices and meeting rooms.
Ubiquiti USW-Pro-8-PoE Connectivity and Compatibility
Compatible with UniFi Access Points
Supports IP surveillance cameras
Supports VoIP phone systems
Compatible with PoE and PoE++ devices
10G fiber uplink support
UniFi ecosystem integration
Cloud and remote management support
Ubiquiti USW-Pro-8-PoE Design and Build Quality
Compact professional design
Durable polycarbonate and metal construction
Fanless silent operation
Wall-mountable or desktop deployment
Integrated touchscreen status display
Designed for continuous 24/7 operation
Ubiquiti USW-Pro-8-PoE Ideal Use Cases
Small business networks
Retail and hospitality environments
WiFi access point deployments
IP CCTV systems
VoIP phone installations
Professional home labs
Branch office networking
Ubiquiti USW-Pro-8-PoE Pros and Cons
Pros
Cons
Supports both PoE+ and PoE++
Limited to 8 Ethernet ports
10G SFP+ uplink connectivity
Higher price than standard 8-port switches
Advanced Layer 3 features
Not rack-mountable
Silent fanless design
Gigabit access ports only
120W PoE budget
May require larger switch for future expansion
Ubiquiti USW-Pro-8-PoE FAQs
Q1: Does the switch support PoE++ devices? Yes, it includes 2 dedicated PoE++ ports for high-power devices.
Q2: What is the total PoE budget? The switch provides a total PoE budget of 120W.
Q3: Does it support fiber networking? Yes, it includes 2 × 10G SFP+ uplink ports.
Q4: Is the switch silent? Yes, it uses passive fanless cooling for silent operation.
Q5: Can it be managed remotely? Yes, through the UniFi Network Controller and UniFi mobile application.
Ubiquiti USW-Pro-8-PoE Conclusion
The Ubiquiti USW-Pro-8-PoE priced at KSh 45,000 in Kenya is an excellent compact enterprise switch for businesses and advanced users who require PoE++, 10G uplinks, and Layer 3 functionality. Its silent design, strong PoE capabilities, and seamless UniFi integration make it one of the most capable small-form-factor switches available for professional networking deployments.
