Ubiquiti UniFi USW Flex is a compact, fully managed Layer 2 Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for versatile deployment scenarios including desktop, wall, or pole mounting, and supports both indoor and outdoor use. Featuring 5 RJ45 Gigabit ports — 1 port accepting PoE input supporting 802.3af/at/bt modes and 4 ports providing 802.3af PoE output — this switch enables powering multiple devices such as wireless access points, security cameras, and VoIP phones.
- Flexible PoE Powering: Supports up to 46 W total PoE availability with an 802.3bt (PoE++) power source; each PoE+ output port can deliver up to 25 W.
- Performance: 10 Gbps switching capacity, 5 Gbps non-blocking throughput, and a forwarding rate of 7 million packets per second with a MAC address table for 2,000 entries.
- Layer 2 Features: Supports egress rate limiting, flow control, port isolation, port mirroring, jumbo frames, and up to 1,000 VLANs.
- Robust & Weatherproof: Enclosed in a weather-resistant casing for reliable outdoor use with ESD protection and operating temperature suited for varied environments.
- Easy Management: Integrates seamlessly with the UniFi Network controller and mobile app, facilitating centralized monitoring and configuration.
The USW Flex's compact dimensions (122.5 × 107.1 × 28 mm) and lightweight design (~230 g) make it an ideal solution for expanding network capacity in challenging locations with restricted space. Certifications include CE, FCC, IC, Anatel, and NDAA compliance assuring quality and regulatory adherence.
Official resources such as the [Tech Specs](https://techspecs.ui.com/unifi/switching/usw-flex) and [Installation Guide](https://dl.ui.com/qig/usw-flex/#index) are available for detailed setup and configuration instructions.