Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Pro 24 PoE Price in Kenya

Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Pro 24 PoE Price in Kenya

The Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Pro 24 PoE, model USW-Pro-24-PoE, combines powered Ethernet connections, high-speed uplinks and centralized management for business networks. It suits offices, schools, hotels, retail premises and surveillance installations connecting compatible access points, cameras and IP phones.

It provides 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports, comprising 16 PoE+ ports and eight higher-power PoE++ ports, alongside two dedicated 10G SFP+ uplinks. A 400W shared PoE budget supports the combined powered-device load. Tech Specs

Request the current Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Pro 24 PoE price in Kenya from Network Switch Kenya, including compatible uplink accessories, backup power and installation services.

Product Overview

The USW-Pro-24-PoE is a managed switch administered through UniFi Network. It provides a central connection point for endpoints while allowing administrators to configure the network through a supported UniFi deployment.

Its higher-power connections accommodate compatible equipment requiring more power than ordinary PoE+ can provide. However, not every port offers the same maximum output, and all powered devices share the total allowance.

Confirm the exact USW-Pro-24-PoE model before ordering. It differs from the Standard 24 PoE, non-PoE Pro 24 and Pro Max models.

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Key Specification

SpecificationUbiquiti USW-Pro-24-PoEEthernet connections24 × 10/100/1000Mbps RJ45PoE+ connectionsPorts 1–16PoE++ connectionsPorts 17–24Dedicated uplinks2 × SFP+, supporting 1/10GbpsTotal data interfaces26Shared PoE budget400WCurrent specified PoE+ maximum30W per portCurrent specified PoE++ maximum60W per applicable portSwitching capacity88GbpsNon-blocking throughput44GbpsForwarding rateApproximately 65MppsManagementUniFi NetworkRouting functionsSupported local Layer 3 functionsPower input100–240V AC, 50/60HzAdditional power connectionCompatible USP-RPS DC backup inputMaximum consumption450W including PoE outputRack format1UDimensionsApproximately 442 × 285 × 44mmWeightApproximately 4.3kg without bracketsDisplay1.3-inch touchscreenOperating temperature−5°C to 40°C

Specifications follow Ubiquiti’s current technical information and hardware guide. Tech Specs

Features and Benefits

Centralized Power for Compatible Endpoints

PoE reduces the need for separate mains adapters beside cameras, access points and phones. This is useful for equipment mounted on ceilings, walls or other locations away from convenient sockets.

Check the endpoint’s required standard and maximum consumption before assigning its port. Equipment requiring PoE++ must use a suitable higher-power connection.

Passive-PoE equipment should not be assumed compatible merely because it has an Ethernet connector.

Dedicated Faster Uplinks

The SFP+ interfaces can connect suitably equipped gateways, switches or servers without occupying copper endpoint ports.

A faster uplink is useful when several endpoints share access to resources elsewhere. It does not increase an individual copper endpoint’s connection above Gigabit speed.

Unified Administration

UniFi Network provides a common environment for administering supported switches, access points and other network equipment.

Plan where the application will run, who owns the deployment and how backups and administrator access will be maintained. Remote administration requires appropriate connectivity.

Local Routing Capabilities

Supported Layer 3 functions can serve a planned local network design. Determine which equipment handles routing, addressing and access policies before deployment.

These functions do not replace a complete internet firewall. Avoid assuming that every gateway service is available on the switch.

Optional Power Redundancy

The backup input connects to a compatible UniFi SmartPower Redundant Power System, USP-RPS, using the appropriate cable. This is separate equipment, not a second internal power supply. dl.ui.com

An RPS and a UPS address different requirements. Backup runtime during a site power outage still depends on the installation’s power design.

Understanding the PoE Port Types

PortsIntended power categoryPlanning consideration1–16IEEE 802.3af/atAssign compatible PoE or PoE+ equipment17–24IEEE 802.3af/at/btReserve where higher-power delivery is requiredSFP+ interfacesData connectionsDo not supply endpoint PoE

The hardware guide identifies these port groups. dl.ui.com

Do not assign equipment solely by the number of available sockets. Match the required power type and maximum demand first.

Planning the Shared Power Budget

The per-port maximum and total allowance are separate limits. Every port cannot necessarily supply its individual maximum simultaneously.

Hypothetical device loadCombined demand before cable losses16 cameras consuming 10W each160W16 devices at 10W plus 4 devices at 40W320W24 devices consuming 20W each480W

The final example exceeds the stated shared allowance. These are planning illustrations, not guaranteed supported configurations.

Use each device’s maximum requirement, account for losses and leave headroom. Camera illumination, heaters and other endpoint functions can increase demand beyond an initial daytime test.

Typical Applications

Office Wireless Networks

Connect compatible access points alongside workstations and phones. Assign demanding powered equipment to suitable ports and check the complete load.

IP Surveillance

Centralize camera power and data while connecting to the recording network through an appropriate uplink.

Check recorder channels, incoming bandwidth and storage independently of switch capacity.

Hotels and Guesthouses

Support selected phones, cameras and access points while implementing the required separation between guest and operational networks.

Schools and Commercial Premises

Bring distributed endpoints into a central equipment rack. Document cable routes, port assignments and power requirements for maintenance.

Existing UniFi Deployments

Add connections within a supported management environment. Review application and firmware compatibility before introducing the switch.

How to Set Up the UniFi Switch Pro 24 PoE

1. Prepare a Connection and Power Plan

List every endpoint, required PoE standard and maximum consumption.

Assign higher-power devices to suitable ports. Identify uplinks, management addressing and any VLAN requirements.

Decide which device provides routing, DHCP and firewall policies.

2. Prepare UniFi Network

Use a supported UniFi Network deployment and select the correct site.

Keep ownership under the organization’s authorized account. Back up an existing site before making significant changes.

3. Install the Switch

Mount it in a suitable rack using the specified hardware. Support cable weight and leave ventilation paths clear.

Consider heat and operating noise when choosing the rack location. Keep the switch indoors in an appropriate equipment environment.

4. Connect Power

Connect the supplied mains cable to a suitable supply.

Size any UPS for the switch’s operating load, connected powered equipment and other devices needed to maintain service. Add a compatible RPS separately if the design requires it.

5. Establish One Upstream Connection

Connect the switch to the management network using a suitable copper or SFP+ connection.

For high-speed links, choose compatible modules or direct attach cables and verify both ends. Begin with one upstream path.

6. Adopt the Switch

Ensure the switch can obtain appropriate addressing and reach the UniFi Network host.

Identify it in the device list and complete adoption. For previously managed equipment, arrange an authorized migration rather than immediately resetting it.

Keep a local recovery path while changing the management network.

7. Secure Management Access

Assign a recognizable name and document the management address.

Restrict administrative permissions and protect the account used to manage the deployment. Confirm recovery arrangements before handing over the system.

8. Review Firmware

Check the installed version and applicable release information.

Preserve backups, schedule updates when interruption is acceptable and maintain stable power. Allow adoption, provisioning and updates to finish before disconnecting equipment.

9. Configure VLANs and Ports

For each connection, define the intended network arrangement:

• Ordinary endpoints normally use the appropriate untagged network.
• Access-point connections may carry management and tagged wireless networks.
• Uplinks carry the networks required downstream.
• Specialized endpoints may need additional settings.

Match the configuration on connected equipment. Test management access before applying restrictive changes broadly.

10. Configure Routing Deliberately

If using supported local routing, confirm the intended gateway assignments, addressing services and return paths.

Test access policies separately. Creating a route does not automatically create the security restrictions a business requires.

11. Connect PoE Devices Gradually

Add equipment one device at a time and inspect power status.

Use suitable ports for higher-demand endpoints. Investigate failures by checking compatibility, cabling and remaining allocation rather than repeatedly restarting equipment.

12. Configure Redundant Links Carefully

If using aggregation, confirm support at both ends and apply the required configuration before connecting parallel links.

Aggregated links distribute suitable traffic flows; they do not guarantee that one transfer uses the combined speed of every connection.

13. Test Expected Workloads

Check cameras, calls, wireless clients and local resources simultaneously.

Test endpoint peak-demand functions, including night operation where relevant. Watch for errors, link changes or unexpected restarts.

14. Back Up and Document

Retain a UniFi Network backup, port map and endpoint power inventory.

Label cables and record uplink accessory models. Store administrative recovery information securely.

Troubleshooting Common Problems

ProblemChecks to makeSwitch is unavailable for adoptionCheck power, addressing and reachability to UniFi NetworkEndpoint does not receive powerCheck port type, compatibility, cable and allocationHigh-power device fails on one portConfirm it uses a suitable PoE++ connectionDevice restarts under loadCheck peak consumption and cable lossesOptical link failsCheck accessories, fiber polarity and far-end settingsManagement disappears after changesCheck VLAN tagging and addressingSeveral users become slowCheck uplinks, storage and shared-resource capacityInstability after adding linksCheck loops and both-end aggregation settings

Advantages

• Provides powered connections across all copper ports.
• Includes higher-power ports for compatible demanding equipment.
• Offers dedicated high-speed uplinks.
• Integrates with UniFi Network administration.
• Centralizes endpoint power in a rack.
• Supports optional external power redundancy.
• Suits mixed wireless, telephone and surveillance installations.

Disadvantages and Limitations

• Only eight ports offer the higher-power category.
• The shared budget requires careful planning.
• Copper endpoints remain limited to Gigabit speeds.
• Management requires a supported UniFi Network deployment.
• Optical accessories and redundancy equipment are separate purchases.
• Installation must account for heat and operating noise.
• Local routing does not replace an internet security gateway.

Comparing UniFi Models

For a different power or uplink requirement, compare the UniFi Standard 24 PoE with the UniFi Pro 24 PoE listing. Verify the exact model on the quotation.

Orbitlink Solutions also lists the USW-24-PoE and USW-Pro-24-PoE. Compare powered-port counts, budgets and interfaces.

Where integrated power is unnecessary, review the UniFi Standard 24 or UniFi Pro 24.

Comparing Other Gigabit Platforms

For another managed approach, assess the MikroTik CRS326-24G-2S+RM, checking its power capabilities and configuration requirements separately.

For basic unmanaged expansion, compare the TP-Link TL-SG1024D at Orbitlink Solutions, D-Link DGS-1024D at Tawa and Tawa’s separate 24-port Gigabit listing.

Reisen SEO lists the TP-Link TL-SG1024, TL-SG1024D and D-Link DGS-1024D. These address different requirements from a managed high-power PoE installation.

Considering Fast Ethernet Products

Fast Ethernet products belong to a different speed category. Relevant listings include the TL-SF1024D at Orbitlink Solutions and TL-SF1024 at Tawa.

Tawa also lists the D-Link DES-1024D unmanaged model and a separate DES-1024D desktop product.

Additional comparisons include the DES-1024D at Reisen SEO and TP-Link TL-SF1024. Check speed, management and power capabilities rather than total port count alone.

For an internal comparison, explore the TP-Link TL-SG1024 on Network Switch Kenya.

Package and Accessories

Confirm the quoted package includes the mains cable, rack brackets and associated mounting hardware.

Specify optical modules, direct attach cables, fiber leads, UPS equipment, RPS equipment and installation services separately unless expressly included. Verify product condition and warranty terms before ordering.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do all copper ports supply power?

Yes, subject to compatibility and the shared allowance. Their maximum power categories differ.

Which ports support PoE++?

Ports 17–24 are the higher-power group.

Does it have 10Gbps connections?

Yes, through its two SFP+ interfaces with suitable accessories.

Is the RPS included?

Do not assume so. The compatible RPS and cable must be specified separately.

Can it power equipment from other manufacturers?

Yes, where the required PoE standard and power demand are compatible.

Does it provide Wi-Fi?

No. Connect separate access points for wireless coverage.

Buy the Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Pro 24 PoE in Kenya

Contact Network Switch Kenya for a quotation on the USW-Pro-24-PoE. Share endpoint models, maximum power requirements and uplink distances to confirm suitable port assignments and accessories.