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    Ubiquiti Enterprise Switching: A Comparative Overview

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    Ubiquiti offers a comprehensive range of enterprise-grade switches designed to meet the demands of modern networks. This overview explores some of their key models:

    1. Aggregation Switches:
    • Enterprise Campus Aggregation (USW-Aggregation):
      • Key Features: High-density 100G QSFP28 / 25G SFP28 aggregation switch, 100G uplinks, high-density 10G/1G ports, advanced Layer 2/3 features (VLANs, QoS, ACLs, etc.), high availability options (redundant power supplies, fan redundancy).
      • Ideal For: Data centers, large enterprises, and service providers requiring high bandwidth, low latency, and advanced networking features.
    • Hi-Capacity Aggregation (USW-Pro-Aggregation):
      • Key Features: High-capacity 10G SFP+ and 25G SFP28 connections, advanced Layer 2/3 features, high availability options, UniFi OS management.
      • Ideal For: Enterprise networks requiring high bandwidth and advanced networking features with the benefit of centralized management through the UniFi platform.
    1. Access Layer Switches:
    • Enterprise Campus 48 PoE (USW-Enterprise-48-PoE):
      • Key Features: 48 x 10/1G PoE++ ports, 4 x 10G SFP+ uplinks, high-power PoE budget (720W), advanced Layer 2/3 features, high availability options.
      • Ideal For: High-density deployments requiring high-power PoE for devices like IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras in demanding environments.
    • Enterprise Campus 24 PoE (USW-Enterprise-24-PoE):
      • Key Features: 24 x 10/1G PoE++ ports, 4 x 10G SFP+ uplinks, high-power PoE budget, advanced Layer 2/3 features, high availability options.
      • Ideal For: Medium-sized deployments requiring high-power PoE for a variety of devices with a more compact form factor compared to the 48-port model.
    1. UniFi Switch Series:
    • Pro Max 48 PoE (USW-Pro-48-PoE):
      • Key Features: 48 x 10/2.5G ports (4 x SFP+ ports), high-power PoE++ support, advanced Layer 2/3 features, UniFi OS management, fanless design.
      • Ideal For: Demanding environments requiring high-performance switching and PoE capabilities with a focus on quiet operation.
    • Pro Max 24 PoE (USW-Pro-24-PoE):
      • Key Features: 24 x 10/2.5G ports (2 x SFP+ ports), high-power PoE++ support, advanced Layer 2/3 features, UniFi OS management.
      • Ideal For: Medium-sized deployments requiring high-performance switching and PoE capabilities with a more compact form factor.
    • Pro Max 16 PoE (USW-Pro-16-PoE):
      • Key Features: 16 x 10/2.5G ports (2 x SFP+ ports), high-power PoE++ support, advanced Layer 2/3 features, UniFi OS management.
      • Ideal For: Smaller deployments requiring high-performance switching and PoE capabilities with a compact and cost-effective solution.
    • Pro 24 (USW-Pro-24):
      • Key Features: 24 x 10/1G ports, 4 x SFP+ uplinks, advanced Layer 2/3 features, UniFi OS management.
      • Ideal For: Small to medium-sized networks requiring a balance of performance and affordability with advanced management capabilities.

    Choosing the Right Switch:

    • Consider your network size and complexity: The Enterprise Campus series is designed for large, complex networks, while the UniFi Switch series may be more suitable for smaller deployments.
    • Determine your PoE requirements: If you need to power devices like IP phones and wireless access points, choose a switch with sufficient PoE budget.
    • Evaluate your bandwidth needs: Select a switch with the appropriate number of ports and uplink speeds to meet your bandwidth requirements.
    • Consider your management needs: The UniFi Switch series integrates seamlessly with the UniFi Network platform, providing centralized management and monitoring.
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