The Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Lite 16 PoE (USW-Lite-16-PoE) is a fully managed Layer 2 Gigabit switch featuring 16 Gigabit Ethernet ports, including 8 auto-sensing PoE+ (802.3af/at) ports with a 45W total PoE budget.

Designed for homes, small businesses, retail stores and professional UniFi deployments, it provides reliable switching performance, silent operation and seamless integration with the UniFi Network Controller for complete network management.

Power Devices with PoE+

The USW-Lite-16-PoE features 8 PoE+ ports, allowing compatible devices to receive both power and data over a single Ethernet cable.

Perfect for powering:

✔ UniFi Access Points

✔ IP Security Cameras

✔ VoIP Phones

✔ Network Bridges

✔ IoT Devices

✔ Access Control Equipment

With a 45W total PoE budget, it provides ample power for multiple low- and medium-power PoE devices.

Fully Managed Layer 2 Switching

Manage your entire network from a single interface using the UniFi Network application.

Features include:

✔ VLAN support

✔ Link aggregation (LACP)

✔ Port mirroring

✔ IGMP Snooping

✔ STP & RSTP

✔ DHCP Snooping

✔ Device isolation

✔ Traffic monitoring

✔ Network analytics

✔ Remote management

Compact, Silent & Easy to Install

The compact desktop design fits neatly into offices, communications cabinets and network cupboards while operating silently without cooling fans.

Benefits include:

✔ Fanless operation

✔ Compact footprint

✔ Wall-mountable

✔ Low power consumption

✔ Internal power supply

✔ Quiet operation

Key Features

✔ Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Lite 16 PoE

✔ Model: USW-Lite-16-PoE

✔ 16 Gigabit Ethernet ports

✔ 8 × 802.3af/at PoE+ ports

✔ 45W total PoE budget

✔ Layer 2 managed switch

✔ 32Gbps switching capacity

✔ 16Gbps non-blocking throughput

✔ UniFi Network Controller management

✔ VLAN support

✔ Link aggregation (LACP)

✔ Fanless silent operation

✔ Desktop or wall mounting

✔ Internal power supply

✔ Australian stock

• 16 Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Provides high-speed connectivity for wired devices.
• 8 PoE Ports: Delivers up to 45W of total PoE power to support devices such as access points, IP cameras, and other PoE-enabled devices.
• Managed via UniFi Controller: Seamless integration with the UniFi Controller for centralised management, monitoring, and configuration.
• Compact and Sleek Design: Space-saving design suitable for desktop or wall mounting.
• Quiet Operation: Fanless design ensures silent operation, perfect for office or residential environments.
• Energy-Efficient: Optimised for low power consumption while maintaining excellent performance.

Specifications:

• Total Ports: 16 x Gigabit Ethernet ports
  • PoE Ports: 8 (802.3af/at)
  • Non-PoE Ports: 8
• PoE Budget: 45W (shared across 8 PoE ports)
• Switching Capacity: 36 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: 26.78 Mpps
• Power Supply: External 48VDC, 0.65A power adapter (included)
• Management Interface: UniFi Controller (web or mobile app)
• Mounting: Desktop or wall-mountable
• Dimensions: 179.8 x 107.9 x 31.5 mm
• Weight: 450 g
• Operating Temperature: -5°C to 45°C
• Certifications: CE, FCC, IC

The Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Lite 16 PoE (UBNT-NHU-USW-LITE-16-POE) combines reliability, power efficiency, and seamless integration into a single device. Its ability to manage multiple PoE devices while maintaining a compact footprint makes it the perfect choice for small to medium-sized networks, whether in offices, homes, or retail environments.

What is the USW-Lite-16-PoE?

The USW-Lite-16-PoE is a fully managed UniFi Layer 2 Gigabit switch with 16 Ethernet ports, including 8 PoE+ ports for powering compatible network devices.

How many PoE devices can it power?

The switch includes 8 PoE+ ports with a 45W shared PoE budget. The number of devices depends on the power requirements of each connected device.

Does it support UniFi Access Points?

Yes. It is designed to power and manage UniFi access points, along with compatible IP cameras, VoIP phones and other 802.3af/at PoE devices.

Does it support Gigabit Ethernet?

Yes. All 16 ports support 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet connections.

Is the switch fanless?

Yes. The USW-Lite-16-PoE uses a silent fanless design, making it ideal for offices, reception areas and home networking.

Does this switch provide 24V Passive PoE?

No. It supplies 802.3af/at PoE+ only and is not compatible with legacy 24V Passive PoE devices without an appropriate converter or adapter.