Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Ubiquiti Networks® UniFi® Switch. This Quick Start Guide is designed to guide you through the installation and also includes the warranty terms. Package Contents UniFi Switch Managed PoE+ Gigabit Switch with SFP+ Models: US-48-500W, US-48-750W...
Network Topology Requirements • A DHCP-enabled network for the UniFi Switch to obtain an IP address (connected devices will also obtain IP addresses after deployment) • A UniFi Cloud Key or management station running the UniFi Controller software, located either on-site and connected to the same Layer 2 network, or off-site in a cloud or NOC UAP-IW UniFi Cloud Key...
Hardware Overview Front Panel System LED System State Status White Factory defaults, waiting for integration. Flashing White Initializing. Device is busy; do not use or unplug it. Alternating This usually indicates that a process such White/Blue as a firmware upgrade is taking place. Successfully integrated into a network Blue and working properly.
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SFP+: Speed/Link/Act SFP: Speed/Link/Act State Status No PoE Amber IEEE 802.3af/802.3at Green 24V Passive No Link Link Established at Speed/ 10/100 Mbps Amber Link/ Flashing Indicates Activity Link Established at 1000 Mbps Green Flashing Indicates Activity No Link Link Established at 1 Gbps Speed/ Green Flashing Indicates Activity...
We recommend that you protect your networks from harmful outdoor environments and destructive ESD events with industrial-grade, shielded Ethernet cable from Ubiquiti Networks. For more details, visit: www.ubnt.com/ toughcable Note: Although the cabling can be located outdoors, the UniFi Switch itself should be housed inside a...
Hardware Installation WARNING: FAILURE TO PROVIDE PROPER VENTILATION MAY CAUSE FIRE HAZARD. KEEP AT LEAST 20 MM OF CLEARANCE NEXT TO THE VENTILATION HOLES FOR ADEQUATE AIRFLOW. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the UniFi Switch to rain or moisture. 1.
3. Connect the other end of the Power Cord to a power outlet. Connecting Ethernet 1. Connect an Ethernet cable from your computer or host system to any port of the UniFi Switch. 2. Connect Ethernet cables from the Ethernet ports of your devices to the other numbered ports of the UniFi Switch.
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Using SFP+ and SFP Ports These ports support the specified module types at the following speeds: Ports SFP+ Module Type SFP Module Type SFP+ 1-2 10 Gbps 1 Gbps SFP 1-2 (Not supported) 1 Gbps To use an SFP+ or SFP port: 1.
Software Installation Download and install the latest version of the UniFi Controller software at downloads.ubnt.com/unifi and follow the on-screen instructions. Note: If you already have UniFi Controller v4.3.x or higher installed, skip to the section, Adopting the UniFi Switch. After you have installed the software and run the UniFi Installation Wizard, a login screen will appear for the UniFi Controller management interface.
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Adopting the UniFi Switch 1. From the UniFi Controller dashboard, click Devices in the left menu bar. 2. On the Devices screen, locate the UniFi Switch in the list of devices under the Name/MAC Address column. To adopt the UniFi Switch, click Adopt. 3.
Configuring PoE Settings The PoE settings for ports 1-48 are set to auto-sensing PoE+ by default, so 802.3af/at devices can be plugged in and automatically receive PoE. WARNING: Before activating 24V passive PoE, ensure that the connected device supports PoE and the supplied voltage.
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3. Click Actions for the port you want to configure. 4. Select the appropriate mode: Off, 24V Passive, or PoE+ from the PoE setting. Then click Apply. For more information, refer to the User Guide on the website: documentation.ubnt.com/unifi...
Specifications UniFi Switch Dimensions 485 x 43.7 x 374.6 mm (19.09 x 1.72 x 14.75") Weight US-48-500W 6.1 kg (13.5 lb) US-48-750W 6.5 kg (14.3 lb) Total Non-Blocking Line Rate 70 Gbps Max. Power Consumption 500W US-48-500W US-48-750W 750W Power Method 100-240VAC/50-60 Hz, Universal Input Power Supply US-48-500W...
Safety Notices Read, follow, and keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. WARNING: Failure to provide proper ventilation may cause fire hazard. Keep at least 20 mm of clearance next to the ventilation holes for adequate airflow. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
Ubiquiti MAC label, or is missing any other original Ubiquiti label(s); or (VII) has not been received by Ubiquiti within 30 days of issuance of the RMA. In addition, the above warranty shall apply only if: the product has been properly installed and used at all times in accordance, and in all material respects, with the applicable Product documentation;...
SUBJECT TO LIMITATIONS, INTERRUPTIONS, DELAYS, CANCELLATIONS AND OTHER PROBLEMS INHERENT IN THE USE OF COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES. UBIQUITI NETWORKS, ITS AFFILIATES AND ITS AND THEIR THIRD PARTY PROVIDERS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INTERRUPTIONS, DELAYS, CANCELLATIONS, DELIVERY FAILURES, DATA LOSS, CONTENT CORRUPTION, PACKET LOSS, OR OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING FROM ANY OF THE FOREGOING.
Note Some countries, states and provinces do not allow exclusions of implied warranties or conditions, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. You may have other rights that vary from country to country, state to state, or province to province. Some countries, states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
Australia and New Zealand Warning: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. CE Marking CE marking on this product represents the product is in compliance with all directives that are applicable to it.
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Español La Directiva 2012/19/UE exige que los equipos que lleven este símbolo en el propio aparato y/o en su embalaje no deben eliminarse junto con otros residuos urbanos no seleccionados. El símbolo indica que el producto en cuestión debe separarse de los residuos domésticos convencionales con vistas a su eliminación.
Ezennel UBIQUITI NETWORKS kijelenti, hogy ez a UBIQUITI NETWORKS készülék megfelel az alapvető követelményeknek és más [Hungarian] vonatkozó 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU irányelvek rendelkezéseit. Íslenska Hér, UBIQUITI NETWORKS, því yfir að þetta UBIQUITI NETWORKS tæki er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og önnur viðeigandi ákvæði tilskipana [Icelandic] 2014/30/ESB, 2014/35/ESB. Italiano Con la presente, UBIQUITI NETWORKS, dichiara che questo dispositivo UBIQUITI NETWORKS, è...
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[Slovak] a ďalšími relevantnými ustanoveniami smernice 2014/30/EÚ, 2014/35/EÚ. Español Por medio de la presente UBIQUITI NETWORKS declara que este dispositivo UBIQUITI NETWORKS, cumple con los requisitos [Spanish] esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de las Directivas 2014/30/UE, 2014/35/UE.
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