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The UniFi Device Bridge Switch (a.k.a. UDB Switch, model UDB-Switch), announced by Ubiquiti today, is a unique PoE network switch—more than a typical one. Besides being a standard PoE unmanaged switch, it can also use Wi-Fi as the uplink in a UniFi environment. And that flexibility can be a game-changer. … Continue Reading
The Ubiquiti Switch Pro XG 8 PoE (model USW-Pro-XG-8-PoE), first unveiled in late April as part of a new Pro XG lineup, is a highly anticipated standalone switch. It’s the first compact and affordable switch from Ubiquiti with all 10Gbps ports. And the switch proved to be totally worth the … Continue Reading
The Ubiquiti 8-Port Flex 2.5G PoE switch, model USW-Flex-2.5G-8-PoE, is unlike any other switch I’ve used, and I’ve used many over the years. At first glance, it resembles a mini version of the Enterprise 8 PoE. You sure can use it as such, but that’s when you’d realize its compact … Continue Reading
In more ways than one, the Ubiquiti Switch Enterprise 8 PoE (model USW-Enterprise-8-PoE)—what an odd name!—is a lesser alternative to the Zyxel XS1930-12HP. It has fewer ports, a lower Multi-Gig grade, and a less powerful PoE standard. In return, it costs half the price. At less than $500, this is … Continue Reading
