Ubiquiti USW-ENTERPRISE-24-POE Switch Enterprise 24 PoE

Ubiquiti USW-ENTERPRISE-24-POE Enterprise 24-Port PoE+ Switch

Overview

The Ubiquiti USW-ENTERPRISE-24-POE is a rack-mounted, managed Layer 3 switch designed for enterprise network deployments requiring distributed power delivery and high-density PoE. This switch combines 24 PoE+ ports with dual 10G SFP+ uplinks in a compact 1U form factor, delivering 124 Gbps total switching capacity and support for up to 1,000 VLANs. The USW-ENTERPRISE-24-POE (often searched as USW ENTERPRISE 24 POE) addresses installations where security cameras, access control, wireless access points, and networked devices must be powered and managed from a single infrastructure point.

Key Features

• 24 PoE+ Ports: Twelve 1 GbE PoE+ ports and twelve 2.5 GbE PoE+ ports, each delivering up to 32W per port via PoE+
• 400W PoE Budget: Total PoE availability of 400W supports simultaneous powering of 12-13 high-draw devices across the port set
• Dual 10G SFP+ Uplinks: Two 10G SFP+ ports (supporting 10G/1G) enable high-speed interconnection to core infrastructure or redundant uplinks
• 124 Gbps Switching Capacity: Non-blocking 62 Gbps throughput with 92 Mpps forwarding rate ensures deterministic performance under full load
• Layer 3 Routing: Supports static routing, inter-VLAN routing on local networks, DHCP server and relay functionality, and IPv4 static routes for enterprise segmentation
• Advanced VLAN & Security: Support for 1,000 VLANs, MAC-based ACLs, IP-based ACLs, 802.1X port control, DHCP snooping and guarding, and MAC address blocking
• Pro AV Profile Support: Optimized configurations for Play, Dante, Q-SYS, NDI, SDVoE, Shure, AES67, and Crestron professional audio/video systems
• Port Aggregation & Redundancy: LACP port aggregation, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP/RSTP), and hardware-level redundancy options for failover deployments
• QoS & Rate Control: DSCP-based QoS, egress rate limiting, storm control, multicast and broadcast rate limiting, and flow control for traffic management
• Compact Rack Form Factor: 1U rack-mount design (442 x 325 x 44 mm) fits standard 19-inch racks alongside other enterprise equipment
• DC Power Backup Support: Redundancy via DC power input alongside 100–240V AC universal input (50/60 Hz)
• 16,000 MAC Address Table: Supports large deployments with extensive device discovery and forwarding intelligence

Integration & Compatibility

The USW-ENTERPRISE-24-POE integrates seamlessly into UniFi network deployments and supports standard enterprise management protocols including SNMP, LLDP-MED, and voice VLAN configuration. Its Layer 3 capabilities enable local inter-VLAN routing without external routing appliances, simplifying network segmentation for multi-tenant or functional isolation. The switch supports jumbo frames for high-throughput applications and includes advanced IGMP configuration (querier, fast leave, router port) for multicast-heavy environments such as video surveillance and Pro AV systems.

Power & Performance Specifications

System power consumption is 60W (excluding PoE output) and 460W (including PoE output at full capacity). The 2 MB packet buffer handles burst traffic and prevents frame loss in congested scenarios. With 4,000 ARP entries and 1,000 IPv4 routes supported in the L3 table, the switch accommodates complex enterprise routing topologies. Port mirroring, loop protection, and virtual network override capabilities support troubleshooting and advanced network management workflows.

Karl Wilson

I evaluated the USW-ENTERPRISE-24-POE during the planning phase for a multi-building security and access control deployment. The combination of 24 PoE+ ports with 400W budget and dual 10G uplinks addresses a common infrastructure bottleneck: powering and connecting distributed edge devices without requiring secondary PoE injectors or separate power supplies.

Technical Highlights:

• PoE Power Density: 400W aggregate budget with 32W per-port capability means you can reliably power up to a dozen high-draw IP cameras (20–25W each) or mixed lightweight access points and sensors without thermal or power supply constraints
• Switching Fabric: 124 Gbps capacity and 92 Mpps forwarding rate eliminate the switch as a throughput bottleneck even in camera-heavy installations with simultaneous 2.5G client connections
• Layer 3 Local Routing: Inter-VLAN routing on local networks lets you segment cameras from guest networks or separate access control from voice infrastructure without a separate L3 appliance
• Port Flexibility: Mixing twelve 1G and twelve 2.5G PoE+ ports on the same switch accommodates legacy 1 GbE cameras alongside newer 2.5G-capable devices, easing migration timelines

Deployment Considerations:

• In multi-building setups, the dual 10G SFP+ uplinks support either active-active load balancing or N+1 redundancy to the core switch—plan your uplink topology before racking to avoid a single point of failure
• The 1,000 VLAN limit is sufficient for most enterprise deployments but verify your segmentation strategy does not exceed this cap if you are combining security, AV, and IT traffic
• Enable DHCP snooping and 802.1X port control in production to prevent rogue device injection and unauthorized access—these are security best practices rather than optional features
• The 400W PoE budget is aggregate, not per-port; running all 24 ports at maximum (768W theoretical) is not possible without external power injection; budget your actual camera and device draw conservatively

The USW-ENTERPRISE-24-POE delivers enterprise-grade switching and power delivery in a single 1U footprint. If your deployment requires Local Layer 3 routing, high port density, and PoE-powered edge infrastructure, this switch eliminates intermediate appliances and simplifies cabling. Verify your uplink bandwidth requirements (10G SFP+ or Ethernet) before purchase to ensure core connectivity is not underprovisioned.