Description

UniFi Switch Lite 8 PoE (USW-LITE-8-POE): Compact Managed Layer 2 PoE+ Switch (8× GbE, 52W Total PoE Budget)

The Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Lite 8 PoE (USW-LITE-8-POE) is a fully managed Layer 2 Gigabit switch that combines 8 RJ45 ports, 4 of which support PoE+ (802.3at), delivering a total PoE budget of 52W in a compact, silent, and energy-efficient form factor. It’s the ideal solution for powering UniFi Access Points, IP cameras, and VoIP phones in small businesses, shops, or home offices.

⚡ Smart PoE+ Connectivity in a Compact Design

The USW-LITE-8-POE offers a perfect balance of performance, simplicity, and manageability.
With 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports, including 4 PoE+ ports (up to 30W each), it can power essential UniFi devices such as WiFi access points, Protect cameras, and VoIP phones, while keeping all connections neatly organized and centrally managed via UniFi Network.

🔌 Flexible Power and Connectivity

• 8× Gigabit Ethernet ports for high-speed wired connections.

• 4× PoE+ ports (802.3at) delivering up to 30W per port and 52W total PoE power budget.

• Powers UniFi APs, cameras, or other PoE devices directly — no injectors required.

🧩 Compact, Silent, and Easy to Deploy

Thanks to its lightweight, fanless design, the USW-LITE-8-POE operates completely silently — perfect for offices, retail environments, or homes.
It can be desktop-placed, wall-mounted, or rack-mounted (with brackets), making it highly versatile even in tight spaces.

🔋 Power Adapter Included

The switch comes with an external 60W AC/DC power adapter, providing enough power for the unit itself and its full 52W PoE budget, ensuring reliable and efficient operation right out of the box.

🧠 Advanced UniFi Layer 2 Management

Integrated into the UniFi Network platform (v7.2.94 or later), the USW-LITE-8-POE supports a complete suite of Layer 2 features, including:

• VLAN configuration (802.1Q)

• Link Aggregation (LACP)

• Spanning Tree Protocol (STP/RSTP)

• IGMP Snooping

• 802.1X Port Authentication

• Port Mirroring and Isolation

• QoS and Access Control Lists (ACLs)

All manageable via the intuitive UniFi interface — web or mobile — for unified control and visibility across your network.

Technical Specifications

General

• Ethernet Ports: 8× RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps)

• PoE+ Ports: 4× 802.3at (Ports 1–4)

• Total PoE Budget: 52W

• Max PoE per Port: 30W (802.3at)

• Management Platform: UniFi Network

Performance

• Switching Capacity: 16 Gbps

• Non-Blocking Throughput: 8 Gbps

• Forwarding Rate: 11.9 Mpps

• MAC Address Table: 8,000 entries

Power

• Power Input: External 60W AC/DC adapter (included)

• Max Power Consumption: 60W (with full PoE load)

Physical & Environmental

• Dimensions: 99.6 × 163.7 × 31.7 mm

• Weight: 450 g

• Cooling: Fanless (silent)

• Mounting: Desktop, wall, or rack (optional brackets)

• Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 °C

• Humidity: 10–90% (non-condensing)

Certifications

• CE, FCC, IC

• NDAA Compliant: Yes

Ideal For

• Small Businesses & Offices: Power APs, IP phones, and cameras from a single, compact switch.

• Retail & Hospitality: Simple, silent PoE networking for point-of-sale and surveillance devices.

• Home Networks & Labs: Ideal for advanced home setups needing managed Gigabit and PoE+.

• UniFi Ecosystem Users: A perfect entry-level managed switch with full UniFi integration.