Ubiquiti USW-Lite-16-PoE

The Ubiquiti USW-Lite-16-PoE is a smart, silent, and energy-efficient Layer 2 managed switch engineered to meet the networking demands of small to medium business environments. With a total of 16 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 8 of which support 802.3af/at PoE+, it delivers a total PoE power budget of 45W, making it ideal for powering access points, IP cameras, VoIP phones, and other PoE devices without the need for external power adapters.

Built for flexibility, the USW-Lite-16-PoE is part of Ubiquiti’s UniFi ecosystem and is fully managed via the UniFi Network Controller, giving network administrators centralized control and real-time monitoring. It supports advanced Layer 2 switching protocols, including VLANs, port mirroring, and traffic management, ensuring seamless performance across growing networks.

Designed with a compact, fanless chassis, the USW-Lite-16-PoE operates silently, making it ideal for environments like offices, small retail locations, or classrooms where low noise levels are essential. Its durable build and quiet performance allow for both desktop and wall-mounted installations, adapting easily to a variety of spaces.

In terms of performance, this switch delivers a non-blocking throughput of 16 Gbps and a switching capacity of 32 Gbps, ensuring fast and reliable connectivity. The forwarding rate of 23.81 Mpps supports high-speed packet processing even under full load.

Thanks to UniFi Controller integration, the switch provides seamless updates, intuitive configuration options, and deep insights into port-level performance. Network scalability becomes easier as this switch fits smoothly into larger UniFi networks, helping businesses grow with ease.

Whether you’re building out a new network or expanding an existing one, the Ubiquiti USW-Lite-16-PoE combines silent operation, power efficiency, and professional-grade features, making it a strong choice for efficient, scalable network infrastructure.