Ubiquiti UniFi USW-Flex Compact 5-Port Weatherproof Managed Gigabit PoE Switch

The Ubiquiti UniFi USW-Flex is a durable, heavy-duty Layer 2 Gigabit switch built for both indoor and outdoor network expansion. This versatile appliance includes five high-speed RJ45 ports that process traffic at full line rate without data loss. Furthermore, it runs on advanced management software that lets network administrators configure individual ports and monitor real-time traffic statistics from one central control screen.

Deploying standard networking hardware into exposed environments can lead to fast component failure. Specifically, this unit solves that problem by featuring an industrial-grade, IP55-rated weatherproof chassis. It withstands heavy rain, dust accumulation, and extreme temperature fluctuations seamlessly. Therefore, you can safely install it on outdoor utility poles, building roofs, or backyard walls to support security installations without worrying about water damage.

Connecting separate electrical lines to remote outdoor zones is often expensive and time-consuming. In addition to receiving its main power over a single PoE input line, this switch can pass that electrical current through to your peripheral gear. It delivers auto-sensing power across four specialized output ports. Consequently, you can run multiple outdoor access points or surveillance cameras from a single upstream cable. It yields up to a total of 46W of shared power output when connected to a compatible high-wattage power injector.

Unmanaged outdoor splitters leave your business vulnerable to security breaches and network broadcast storms. Thus, this managed device gives you full command over your external network branches. Administrators can effortlessly set up custom VLANs, isolate traffic on specific ports, and limit bandwidth speeds. These professional features protect your central database while keeping your high-definition camera feeds running without any video stuttering.