Ubiquiti UniFi Pro Max 16 PoE Switch, 180W PoE++ USW-Pro-Max-16-PoE
The Ubiquiti UniFi Pro Max 16 PoE (USW-Pro-Max-16-PoE) is a 16-port Layer 3 switch with a 180W PoE budget, four 2.5GbE PoE++ ports and two 10G SFP+ uplinks. It suits offices, schools and venues powering UniFi access points, cameras and AV gear from one compact, rack-mountable switch.
Key features
- 180W PoE budget: 12 x GbE PoE+ ports (up to 32W) and 4 x 2.5GbE PoE++ ports (up to 60W) power access points, cameras and other PoE devices without separate injectors.
- 2 x 10G SFP+ uplinks: fast links to a gateway, NVR or core switch, with 84Gbps switching capacity.
- Layer 3 features: inter-VLAN routing, static routing, DHCP server and relay, and ACLs for segmenting local networks.
- Etherlighting and touchscreen: coloured port lighting and a 1.3" touchscreen make ports and VLANs easier to identify on site.
- Flexible mounting: 1U rack, desktop or wall, in an SGCC steel enclosure.
Specifications
| Brand | Ubiquiti UniFi |
| Model | USW-Pro-Max-16-PoE |
| Ports | 12 x GbE RJ45 PoE+, 4 x 2.5GbE RJ45 PoE++, 2 x 10G SFP+ |
| PoE budget | 180W total; max per port PoE+ 32W, PoE++ 60W |
| Switching capacity | 84Gbps |
| Non-blocking throughput | 42Gbps |
| Forwarding rate | 62Mpps |
| MAC address table | 16,000 |
| VLANs | 1,000 |
| Power supply | External AC/DC adapter, 210W |
| Max power consumption | 25W excl. PoE, 210W incl. PoE |
| Display | 1.3" touchscreen |
| Dimensions | 325.1 x 160 x 43.7mm |
| Weight | 2.1kg |
| Mounting | 1U rack, desktop, wall |
| Operating temperature | -5°C to 40°C |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, IC; NDAA compliant |
| Software | UniFi Network 8.1.127 or later |
Who it's for
Suited to: UniFi networks in small to mid-sized offices, schools, retail and AV installs that need up to 16 PoE devices and 10G uplinks. Protect long cable runs with the Ubiquiti 24-port Ethernet surge protection panel.
Not suited to: sites needing more than 180W of PoE or more than 16 ports – consider the UniFi Pro 24 PoE switch with a 400W budget, or browse the full Ubiquiti range.
FAQs
What is the PoE budget of the USW-Pro-Max-16-PoE?
It has 180W of total PoE. Each GbE port supplies up to 32W (PoE+) and each 2.5GbE port up to 60W (PoE++).
Is it a Layer 2 or Layer 3 switch?
It is a Layer 3 switch. Ubiquiti lists inter-VLAN routing, static routing (256 IPv4 routes), DHCP server and DHCP relay for local networks.
Can it be rack mounted?
Yes, it fits a 1U rack position and can also sit on a desk or mount on a wall.
What does it need to be managed?
It is managed in UniFi Network, version 8.1.127 or later.
