I have to say I absolutely love this little switch, and always keep a spare in my work van. I install and manage a lot of networks based on the UniFi equipment, and the flexibility of this switch has helped me out in specific networks with limited infrastructure.
In one network, this switch is fed from a UniFi 24-Port 250w PoE switch, located in a junction box at the base of a utility pole on the property. From there, 3 UniFi Mesh Points are connected and powered by the switch, and one port feeds the network connection of a solar array further up the hill. This was a big help, as we did not have to dig up 50-70ft of asphalt to run a separate high voltage conduit to power a PoE switch at the junction box. The UniFi Mesh points are used to provide lightweight WiFi connectivity for WiFi calling and texting while walking along a long driveway and outside sitting area.
In the second network pictured, the UniFi Flex switch is used to connect and power 3 Hikvision IP cameras at a private residence. For the same reason, to avoid breaking up a large amount of asphalt and concrete, we could only fit a single CAT6 line in the existing conduit from the house to the gate. There is absolutely no problem connecting 3 Hikvision 8MP IP cameras to this switch and no delay in video being received by the NVR at the house. The cameras draw between 10 and 14 watts of PoE power from the switch depending if night vision is on or off.
In all, the switch is a great addition to the UniFi network system, and the flexibility to offer PoE at/af wile being powered through PoE, greatly reduces the need to lay additional conduit, additional high voltage lines, and the labor necessary to do so.
| Product Dimensions | 4"L x 4"W x 1"H |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 230 Grams |
| Voltage | 220 |
| Data Transfer Rate | 12 Gigabits Per Second |
| Item model number | USW-FLEX |
| Item Weight | 8.1 ounces |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4 x 4 x 1 inches |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Manufacturer | Ubiquiti Networks Commercial |
| ASIN | B07XL4DHZN |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | September 10, 2019 |
