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USW-Flex Utility - external PoE switch from Ubiquiti Inc.
Ubiquiti USW Switch FLEX
USW-Flex Utility presentation - unboxing of the dedicated enclosure
PoE flexibility
Versatile mounting
Inside or outside
Compatibility with other Ubiquiti products
Network management
USW-Flex Utility!
USW-Flex product line specifications
SWITCH
ENCLOSURE
POWER SUPPLY
SUMMARY

USW-Flex Utility - external PoE switch from Ubiquiti Inc.

Ubiquiti USW Switch FLEX

Today we present another new release from Ubiquiti - UniFi® USW Switch Flex. This is a Layer 2 managed Gigabit switch with auto-sensing 802.3af PoE support. The device is equipped with 5-port RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet: 1 PoE input and 4 PoE output connectors for other devices. Combined with the USW-Flex Utility enclosure, they make a very innovative and weatherproof kit.

USW-Flex Utility presentation - unboxing of the dedicated enclosure

PoE flexibility

UniFi® USW-Switch Flex is equipped with one PoE input port for power and four PoE output ports that provide up to 15W of power to the UniFi access point or other PoE devices. USW-Flex supports a maximum of 46W of PoE output power.

Versatile mounting

The UniFi® USW-Switch Flex features a weatherproof enclosure and offers versatile mounting options - it can be installed horizontally or vertically, making it ideal for desktop installation, through a magnetic wall mount, or on a mast.

Inside or outside

The Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Flex is designed for indoor or outdoor use - the manufacturer assures that the switch can operate in temperatures ranging from -40 to +55 degrees C. The switch has an IP55 protection standard, and you can still additionally equip it with an accessory external casing!.

Compatibility with other Ubiquiti products

USW Switch Flex supports various products that use 802.3af PoE interface, namely:

To provide a maximum power of 46W on the PoE outputs, the USW-Flex must be powered by switches: USW-Industrial, US-XG-6POE, USW-Pro-24-PoE or USW-Pro-48-PoE, which provide 60W 802.3 bt PoE++.

Network management

UniFi® USW-Switch Flex is compatible with the UniFi Network Controller, which runs in the cloud and can manage multiple UniFi sites within a centralized interface. Each site is logically separated and has its own network monitoring, configuration, maps, statistics and administrator accounts.

USW-Flex Utility!

It's worth to mention the dedicated accessory that is the USW-Flex Utility, which is a weatherproof enclosure that we showed above in the product presentation section - you can consider it additional armor for the switch. The enclosure includes an Ethernet cable and also a 60W PoE power supply providing a maximum PoE budget of 46W per output!

USW-Flex product line specifications

SWITCH

RSU-Switch Flex
Weight	230 g
Dimensions	122.5 x 107.1 x 28.0 mm
RJ45 interfaces	5 ports - 10/100/1000 Mbps
Max. energy consumption (without PoE out)	5W
PoE out (ports 2-5)	802.3af (Pins 1, 2+; 3, 6-)
Max. power per port	15,4W
Voltage ranges	802.3af: 44 - 57V 802.3at/bt: 50 - 57V
Combined PoE power budget	802.3af - 8W 802.3at - 20W 802.3bt - 46W powered with a PoE adapter - 46W
LED indicators	System - Status RJ45 data ports - PoE; Link/Speed/Activity
ESD / EMP protection	± 16 kV air, ± 16 kV contact
Temperature ranges	46W PoE out: -40 a 55° C 25W PoE out: -40 a 65° C
Humidity range	5 - 95% no condensation
Certificates	CE, FCC, IC
Power supply (port 1)	802.3af/at (pins 1, 2+; 3, 6-) ---> USW-24-PoE (sold separately) 802.3bt (pins 1, 2+; 3, 6- y 4, 5+; 7, 8-) ---> USW-Pro-24-PoE (sold separately) 50V/60W PoE power supply ---> PoE Injector, POE-50-60W-WH or POE-50-60W (sold separately)

ENCLOSURE

USW-Flex Utility
Dimensions	249 x 218 x 60 mm
Weight	740 g

POWER SUPPLY

USW-Flex-Utility 60W PoE power supply
Dimensions	118.5 x 63 x 34.7 mm
Weight	206 g
Nominal voltage	100-240VAC
Output voltage	54V, 1.11A
Entry current	1.5 A (máx.)
Efficiency	> 86%
Linear adjustment	< 1%
Load regulation	< 3%
Working temperature range	From -20 to 60˚ C
4-pin power supply	Pins 1, 2, 4, 5+ and pins 3, 6, 7, 8-
Storage temperature range	From -30 to 70˚ C
Humidity range	5 - 90%, no condensation
Power surge protection	4kV difference and shared mode

SUMMARY

Ubiquiti is introducing a very interesting product line. The UniFi® USW-Switch Flex combined with an accessory enclosure USW-Flex Utility is an all-weather proof duo. Dedicated housing is an additional "armor" for the switch, which itself is waterproof - which the Ip55 standard tells us.

Because we're not testing the switch in today's article the following advantages and disadvantages will apply only to the USW-Flex Utility accessory case:.

Disadvantages:

No mention of any sealing or strength standards in the manufacturer's documentation

Plastic housing can be quite brittle in sub-zero outdoor temperatures

Lots of nooks and crannies inside the case where moisture or dirt can accumulate

Fitting of the elements, although it is not the worst, could be better

Benefits:

Versatile mounting options

Tidy interior - additional mounting brackets for cables

Tailor-made case

Very good 60W PoE power supply included

LAN cable for device connection included

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Products from the article

Ubiquiti USW-FLEX | Switch | UniFi, 5x RJ45 1000Mb/s, 1x PoE In, 4x PoE Out, 46W

91,30 GBP

with VAT

Ubiquiti USW-Flex-Utility | Enclosure | dedicated for USW-Flex

42,24 GBP