Ubiquiti USW‑16‑POE

16‑Port UniFi PoE Switch – Ubiquiti USW‑16‑POE

Ubiquiti USW‑16‑POE is a fully managed Layer 2 Gigabit switch designed for easy deployment in UniFi networks. Featuring 16 RJ45 ports with PoE support and a total power budget of 42 W, the Ubiquiti USW‑16‑POE delivers flexible infrastructure in a compact and reliable form factor.

Ideal for small offices, retail locations, or branch networks, the Ubiquiti USW‑16‑POE simplifies management through UniFi Controller, providing VLAN, QoS, traffic analytics, and firmware updates—all within a single interface.

Key Features of Ubiquiti USW‑16‑POE

• 16 × Gigabit RJ45 ports (42 W PoE budget)
• Layer 2 switching with VLAN, STP, QoS, and LACP
• UniFi-managed via web and mobile app
• Fan-cooled design with LED status indicators
• Compact desktop or rack-mountable housing
• Individual port PoE control and power scheduling
• Traffic monitoring and per-port statistics
• Suitable for branch or small business networks

PoE Power for Devices

The Ubiquiti USW‑16‑POE provides up to 42 W total PoE power across 16 ports—suitable for low-power devices like UniFi Access Points, VoIP phones, or sensors. With centralized PoE management, you can power cycle devices or schedule uptime for connected hardware.

This switch reduces clutter by eliminating the need for external power supplies on endpoint devices.

Layer 2 Management & Control

Through UniFi Controller, the Ubiquiti USW‑16‑POE supports VLAN segmentation, QoS prioritization, link aggregation, and Spanning Tree protection. Network admins can easily adjust traffic flow, isolate guest networks, and ensure performance for critical applications.

Mobile and web interfaces allow remote monitoring, alerts, and one-click firmware updates.

Reliability with Fan-Cooled Design

While compact, the Ubiquiti USW‑16‑POE includes active cooling to maintain stable network performance under load. LEDs provide port status and PoE usage visibility at a glance.

The sturdy metal casing supports desktop or built-in rack deployment.

Perfect for SMB and Branch Use

• Small offices needing central PoE distribution
• Retail or hospitality with PoE AP connections
• Branch sites requiring VLAN and trunking
• IoT or sensor networks with low-power devices
• Any UniFi network needing economical PoE support

Conclusion

The Ubiquiti USW‑16‑POE delivers a versatile, fully managed 16-port Gigabit PoE switch in a compact, fan-cooled package. With 42 W power budget, UniFi Controller integration, VLAN and QoS support, the Ubiquiti USW‑16‑POE is perfect for professional SMB installations needing reliable PoE and network control.