Ubiquiti USW-Lite-8-PoE in Kenya – UniFi Lite 8 PoE Managed Switch

The Ubiquiti USW-Lite-8-PoE, officially called the UniFi Lite 8 PoE, is a compact managed Layer 2 switch designed for homes, small offices, shops, CCTV installations and smaller UniFi Wi-Fi networks. It provides 8 Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports, with four ports supporting PoE+, and a 52W total PoE budget when used with its included external 60W power adapter. 

Its small desktop and wall-mountable enclosure makes it particularly useful where installing a full-size network rack would be unnecessary. The switch is also fanless, allowing silent operation in offices, reception areas, homes and other environments where equipment noise matters. 

The Lite 8 PoE is especially practical for a small network that needs a few powered devices—such as UniFi access points, IP cameras or VoIP phones—alongside ordinary wired equipment. Four ports provide PoE+, while the other four provide standard Gigabit Ethernet without PoE output. 

Ubiquiti USW-Lite-8-PoE Key Features

Feature	Specification
Product Name	UniFi Lite 8 PoE
Model	USW-Lite-8-PoE
Switch Type	Managed Layer 2 PoE Switch
RJ45 Ports	8 × 10/100/1000 Mbps
PoE+ Ports	4
Non-PoE Ports	4
Total PoE Availability	52W
Maximum PoE Output	PoE+
Maximum PoE+ per Port	30W PSE
Switching Capacity	16Gbps
Non-Blocking Throughput	8Gbps
Forwarding Rate	12 Mpps
Supported VLANs	1,000
MAC Address Table	8,000
Packet Buffer	0.5MB
SFP/SFP+	None
Power Supply	External 60W AC/DC adapter
Cooling	Fanless
Form Factor	Compact desktop / wall mount
Management	UniFi Network

These specifications are from Ubiquiti's current technical documentation for the exact USW-Lite-8-PoE. 

8 Gigabit Ethernet Ports

The USW-Lite-8-PoE provides:

8 × 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 ports

All eight ports support Gigabit Ethernet, giving the switch enough wired capacity for smaller business, home and surveillance networks.

A typical deployment could look like:

Internet / Fibre / Starlink

↓

Router or Gateway

↓

USW-Lite-8-PoE

├── UniFi Access Point
├── UniFi Access Point
├── CCTV Camera
├── VoIP Phone
├── Desktop PC
├── Network Printer
└── NVR / NAS

This allows one small switch to handle both powered and independently powered Ethernet equipment.

4 PoE+ Ports

Four of the eight Gigabit interfaces provide:

PoE+

The remaining four ports provide Gigabit Ethernet without PoE output. 

This means the USW-Lite-8-PoE can directly power compatible devices such as:

• UniFi access points

• IP surveillance cameras

• VoIP phones

• access-control equipment

• other compatible IEEE PoE/PoE+ powered devices

The exact PoE requirement of the connected equipment should always be checked before installation.

4 Non-PoE Gigabit Ports

The other four RJ45 interfaces provide:

Gigabit data without PoE output

These ports are useful for equipment such as routers, desktop computers, network printers, NVRs, NAS systems and other devices that have their own power supplies. 

The combination therefore gives you:

4 × Gigabit PoE+

plus:

4 × Gigabit non-PoE

for a total of eight Gigabit Ethernet connections.

52W Total PoE Budget

One of the strongest features of this compact switch is its:

52W Total PoE Availability

Ubiquiti currently specifies 52W of total available PoE when the switch is powered by its external 60W adapter. 

This is particularly noteworthy because the larger USW-Lite-16-PoE currently has a published 45W PoE budget, meaning the smaller Lite 8 actually offers more total available PoE power under the current specifications. 

Understanding the 52W PoE Budget

The four PoE+ ports share the switch's 52W total PoE availability.

For example:

Device	Quantity	Maximum Power	Combined
Access Points	2	10W	20W
IP Cameras	2	7W	14W
Total	4 devices		34W

In this example, the theoretical maximum consumption would be:

34W

leaving:

18W

of the switch's published 52W budget.

Actual device requirements vary, so the exact manufacturer's maximum power specification should be used when designing the network.

Maximum 30W PoE+ Output per Port

Ubiquiti currently specifies:

30W maximum PoE+ PSE output per port. 

However, this should not be confused with the total switch budget.

For example:

4 ports × 30W = 120W

but the switch cannot deliver 120W simultaneously.

All powered devices share the:

52W total PoE budget

provided by the switch.

Can All Four PoE Ports Be Used at the Same Time?

Yes, provided the combined power demand stays within the available 52W budget.

For example, four devices consuming a maximum of 10W each would require:

4 × 10W = 40W

which fits within the 52W budget.

Four devices each requiring 20W would theoretically require:

4 × 20W = 80W

which exceeds the switch's total available PoE power.

Therefore, port count and PoE budget must be considered separately.

PoE+ Support

The USW-Lite-8-PoE supports:

PoE+

on four ports, with Ubiquiti currently specifying up to 30W PSE per powered interface. 

This makes it suitable for many access points, IP cameras, phones and other compatible powered devices.

However, compatibility should be checked using the exact device's PoE requirements rather than assuming every PoE-labelled device will be suitable.

No PoE++ Support

The USW-Lite-8-PoE provides up to:

PoE+

rather than higher-power PoE++.

Devices that specifically require PoE++ should therefore use a compatible higher-power switch or the power source specified by the manufacturer.

For example, Ubiquiti's higher-tier Pro 8 PoE provides a mixture of PoE+ and PoE++ interfaces, illustrating the difference between the Lite and Professional product classes. 

16Gbps Switching Capacity

Ubiquiti specifies:

Switching Capacity: 16Gbps

Total Non-Blocking Throughput: 8Gbps

Forwarding Rate: 12 million packets per second. 

These figures describe the internal switching performance of the device.

They do not represent internet speed.

A 16Gbps switching capacity does not turn a 100Mbps, 500Mbps or 1Gbps internet service into a faster WAN connection.

Why the Switching Capacity Is 16Gbps

There are eight Gigabit Ethernet interfaces.

At full duplex:

8Gbps × 2 directions = 16Gbps

which corresponds with Ubiquiti's published switching capacity.

This enables substantial local network traffic to move between the switch's Ethernet interfaces even when the upstream internet connection is considerably slower.

Silent Fanless Operation

Ubiquiti describes the Lite 8 PoE as an:

8-port Layer 2 PoE switch supporting silent fanless cooling. 

There is no conventional cooling fan continuously spinning inside the switch.

This makes it particularly suitable for:

Home offices

Small offices

Reception areas

Shops

Meeting rooms

Home networks

and other noise-sensitive environments.

Compact Desktop Design

The USW-Lite-8-PoE measures approximately:

99.6 × 163.7 × 31.7 mm

and weighs only:

295 g. 

Its enclosure is made from polycarbonate.

This makes it significantly smaller and lighter than conventional rack-mounted UniFi switches.

It can therefore be installed in locations where a 19-inch network rack would be unnecessary or impractical.

Wall-Mountable Design

Ubiquiti officially lists the switch's form factor as:

Compact desktop, wall

and the official product imagery identifies it as wall mountable. 

This gives installers several placement options.

For example:

Wall / Communications Area

↓

USW-Lite-8-PoE

↓

Access Points + Cameras + Computers

The mounting hardware can help keep a small installation tidy without requiring a network rack.

External 60W Power Adapter

Unlike larger UniFi switches with internal AC power supplies, the Lite 8 PoE uses an:

External 60W AC/DC power adapter

which Ubiquiti includes with the switch.

The switch itself accepts:

50–57V DC input.

Its maximum consumption is specified as:

8W excluding PoE output

and:

60W including PoE output. 

This power architecture provides the switch with its published 52W available PoE budget.

Layer 2 Managed Switching

The USW-Lite-8-PoE is not simply an unmanaged eight-port switch.

It is a:

Managed Layer 2 UniFi switch. 

Through UniFi Network, administrators can configure and monitor ports, VLANs, connected equipment and other supported switching functions.

This makes the Lite 8 PoE particularly useful when a small network still requires professional management and segmentation.

VLAN Support

The switch currently supports up to:

1,000 VLANs. 

A small office could therefore separate traffic such as:

VLAN 10 – Management

VLAN 20 – Staff

VLAN 30 – Guest Wi-Fi

VLAN 40 – CCTV

VLAN 50 – VoIP

The switch handles the Layer 2 VLAN configuration, while routing and firewall policy between VLANs depend on the wider network architecture.

Advanced Layer 2 Features

Despite its compact size, the USW-Lite-8-PoE has a substantial managed feature set. Ubiquiti currently lists LACP port aggregation, STP and RSTP, advanced IGMP configuration, IGMP snooping, 802.1X control, DHCP snooping and guarding, egress rate limiting, flow control, storm control, multicast and broadcast rate limiting, port isolation, port mirroring, jumbo frames, LLDP-MED, Voice VLAN and loop protection, among other capabilities. 

This allows the Lite 8 PoE to participate in more sophisticated managed networks despite being physically much smaller than Ubiquiti's rack-mounted switches.

LACP Port Aggregation

The switch supports:

LACP Port Aggregation. 

Compatible devices can therefore use aggregated Ethernet links where the network design supports them.

However, LACP does not automatically double the throughput of a single client or single traffic flow.

Its benefit depends on the connected devices and traffic distribution.

STP and RSTP

The Lite 8 PoE supports:

STP

and:

RSTP. 

These protocols help prevent Layer 2 switching loops when networks have redundant Ethernet connections.

This becomes useful when the Lite 8 PoE forms part of a larger network containing several managed switches.

IGMP Snooping

Ubiquiti currently lists:

IGMP Snooping

and:

Advanced IGMP Configuration

including querier, fast leave and router-port functions. 

These features can be useful in networks carrying multicast traffic, including appropriately configured IPTV and video-distribution applications.

802.1X Network Access Control

The switch supports:

802.1X Control. 

This can form part of a network-access-control system where users or devices must authenticate before receiving network access.

The appropriate authentication infrastructure needs to exist elsewhere in the network.

DHCP Snooping and Guarding

Ubiquiti also lists:

DHCP Snooping and Guarding

among the switch's supported Layer 2 functions. 

This can help administrators exercise greater control over DHCP activity in appropriately designed networks.

For business installations, these managed capabilities provide considerably more control than a basic unmanaged eight-port PoE switch.

Voice VLAN

The Lite 8 PoE supports:

Voice VLAN. 

A business can therefore logically separate compatible VoIP traffic from ordinary office data.

For example:

VLAN 10 – Office

VLAN 20 – VoIP

VLAN 30 – Guest Wi-Fi

VLAN 40 – CCTV

This is useful when several network services share the same compact switch.

UniFi Network Management

The switch is centrally managed through UniFi Network.

Ubiquiti's current technical specifications list:

UniFi Network 7.2.94 and later

as the application requirement. 

For an active deployment, use a currently supported UniFi Network release rather than deliberately installing the historical minimum version.

Centralized management is particularly useful where the switch operates alongside UniFi gateways, access points and other managed network devices.

No SFP or SFP+ Ports

The Lite 8 PoE does not have SFP or SFP+ interfaces.

Its network connectivity consists of:

8 × Gigabit RJ45 ports. 

If direct fibre connectivity is required, another switch, media converter or suitable upstream device will be needed.

This is an important difference between the compact Lite series and many larger rack-mounted UniFi switches.

No 2.5GbE Ports

All eight Ethernet interfaces support:

10/100/1000 Mbps. 

There are no:

2.5GbE

5GbE

or:

10GbE

ports.

This matters when pairing the switch with newer high-performance access points that have multi-gigabit Ethernet uplinks.

USW-Lite-8-PoE for UniFi Access Points

One of the most common uses for the Lite 8 PoE is powering a small UniFi wireless deployment.

For example:

Internet

↓

Gateway

↓

USW-Lite-8-PoE

├── UniFi AP – Office
├── UniFi AP – Reception
├── CCTV Camera
├── VoIP Phone
├── Desktop PC
├── Printer
└── NVR

The switch can provide both data and power to compatible access points while simultaneously serving ordinary wired equipment.

USW-Lite-8-PoE for WiFi 6

The switch can power compatible WiFi 6 access points provided their individual and combined power requirements fit within:

PoE+ per-port capability

and:

52W total PoE availability. 

For example, several moderate-power access points can potentially fit within the available budget.

The exact AP model's maximum consumption should be checked before installation.

USW-Lite-8-PoE for WiFi 7

Some WiFi 7 access points may be compatible with the switch's PoE+ output, but two specifications must be considered:

PoE requirement

and:

Ethernet uplink requirement.

The USW-Lite-8-PoE provides only 1GbE interfaces. 

Therefore, a compatible AP equipped with a 2.5GbE uplink would be restricted by the switch's Gigabit Ethernet connection.

For performance-focused WiFi 7 installations, Ubiquiti's current switch portfolio includes newer multi-gigabit alternatives. 

USW-Lite-8-PoE for CCTV

The switch is well suited to a small IP surveillance network.

For example:

USW-Lite-8-PoE

├── Camera 1
├── Camera 2
├── Camera 3
├── UniFi AP
├── NVR
├── Router
└── Computer

The four PoE+ ports can power compatible cameras and other equipment while the remaining four Gigabit ports connect the NVR, router and other self-powered devices.

The total powered-device consumption must remain within 52W.

USW-Lite-8-PoE for UniFi Protect

The switch can form part of a smaller UniFi Protect installation.

For example:

UniFi Gateway / Protect Recorder

↓

USW-Lite-8-PoE

├── UniFi Camera
├── UniFi Camera
├── UniFi Camera
├── UniFi Access Point
└── Other Network Equipment

The switch provides Ethernet connectivity and PoE to compatible devices.

It does not itself record surveillance footage; suitable UniFi Protect recording hardware is still required.

USW-Lite-8-PoE for VoIP Phones

Compatible PoE VoIP phones can receive both Ethernet connectivity and electrical power through the switch.

A small office could connect:

Reception Phone

Accounts Phone

Management Phone

while using the remaining interfaces for access points, computers and printers.

Each phone's maximum consumption contributes to the shared 52W PoE budget.

USW-Lite-8-PoE for Small Offices

A small office is one of the strongest use cases for this switch.

A deployment could consist of:

Fibre / Starlink

↓

Router

↓

USW-Lite-8-PoE

├── 2 × UniFi Access Points
├── 2 × CCTV Cameras
├── Desktop PC
├── Printer
└── NVR

This provides centralized Gigabit switching and PoE without requiring a large network cabinet.

USW-Lite-8-PoE for Home Networks

The Lite 8 PoE is also suitable for advanced home networks.

It can provide wired connectivity for:

UniFi access points

security cameras

smart-home controllers

NAS equipment

desktop computers

and other Ethernet devices.

Its silent fanless operation is particularly valuable where networking equipment is located close to living or working spaces. 

Using USW-Lite-8-PoE with Starlink

The switch can operate downstream of a Starlink connection.

For example:

Starlink

↓

Router / Gateway

↓

USW-Lite-8-PoE

├── UniFi AP
├── UniFi AP
├── CCTV Cameras
└── Wired Devices

The switch distributes local Ethernet connectivity and supplies PoE to compatible devices.

It does not increase the internet bandwidth provided by Starlink.

Using USW-Lite-8-PoE with Fibre Internet

A fibre network could use:

Fibre ONT

↓

Router / Firewall

↓

USW-Lite-8-PoE

↓

Access Points + Cameras + PCs

The switch is independent of the WAN technology used upstream.

However, every Ethernet port on the switch is limited to a maximum link rate of 1Gbps. 

Using USW-Lite-8-PoE with MikroTik

A UniFi switch does not require a UniFi router.

A network can use:

Internet

↓

MikroTik Router

↓

USW-Lite-8-PoE

↓

UniFi APs / Cameras / Other Equipment

MikroTik can handle routing and firewall functions while the Ubiquiti switch provides managed Layer 2 switching and PoE.

VLAN and trunk configurations need to be coordinated correctly across both systems.

Using USW-Lite-8-PoE with TP-Link

The same applies to TP-Link networking equipment.

For example:

TP-Link Router

↓

USW-Lite-8-PoE

↓

UniFi Access Points / Cameras / PCs

The upstream router brand does not determine whether the switch can power a downstream device.

PoE compatibility depends on the exact powered device.

USW-Lite-8-PoE vs USW-Lite-16-PoE

These two switches serve similar environments but provide different port densities.

Feature	USW-Lite-8-PoE	USW-Lite-16-PoE
RJ45 Ports	8	16
PoE+ Ports	4	8
Total PoE Budget	52W	45W
Switching Capacity	16Gbps	32Gbps
Non-Blocking Throughput	8Gbps	16Gbps
Forwarding Rate	12 Mpps	24 Mpps
SFP/SFP+	None	None
Cooling	Fanless	Fanless
Form Factor	Desktop / Wall	Desktop / Wall

A particularly interesting current specification is that the smaller Lite 8 PoE has a 52W total PoE budget, while Ubiquiti currently lists 45W for the Lite 16 PoE. 

The Lite 16 provides twice as many Ethernet and PoE ports, while the Lite 8 offers more total PoE wattage under the current published specifications.

USW-Lite-8-PoE vs USW-Pro-8-PoE

The Pro 8 PoE targets substantially more demanding networks.

Ubiquiti currently specifies the Pro model with six PoE+ and two PoE++ ports, an internal 150W power supply and higher-end Professional-series capabilities. 

The Lite 8 PoE is better positioned for straightforward small Gigabit networks where compact size, silent operation and moderate PoE requirements matter more than high-power PoE or advanced professional switching.

USW-Lite-8-PoE vs Basic Unmanaged PoE Switch

A basic unmanaged PoE switch may provide Ethernet and electrical power but typically offers little configuration control.

The USW-Lite-8-PoE adds centralized UniFi management and features such as:

VLANs

LACP

STP/RSTP

IGMP Snooping

802.1X

DHCP Snooping

Port Isolation

Port Mirroring

Voice VLAN

and:

Loop Protection. 

This makes it more appropriate where the network needs management, monitoring and segmentation.

Advantages of Ubiquiti USW-Lite-8-PoE

The USW-Lite-8-PoE combines eight Gigabit Ethernet ports, four PoE+ interfaces, a 52W PoE budget and managed Layer 2 capabilities in a very small enclosure. Its size makes it particularly attractive for offices, shops and homes that do not require a rack-mounted network switch. 

Its fanless cooling is another major practical advantage. The switch can operate in occupied areas without conventional cooling-fan noise, while wall mounting makes it easier to create a clean installation in a small communications area. 

The 52W PoE budget also gives it useful power capacity for its size. Provided the exact connected-device requirements are calculated properly, it can support combinations of access points, cameras, phones and other compatible powered equipment.

Limitations of Ubiquiti USW-Lite-8-PoE

The most obvious limitation is port count. There are only eight Ethernet ports, and just four provide PoE+. Networks expected to grow beyond this can quickly outgrow the switch.

There are also no SFP/SFP+ fibre interfaces and no multi-gigabit ports. Every network interface is limited to Gigabit Ethernet.

Finally, the switch supports PoE+ rather than PoE++. Higher-power devices or high-performance multi-gigabit access points may therefore require a more advanced switch.

Who Should Buy the USW-Lite-8-PoE?

The Lite 8 PoE is particularly suitable for users who need a small managed network with no more than eight local Ethernet connections and a maximum of four directly powered devices.

It can be a strong fit for small offices, shops, homes, reception areas, small CCTV installations, branch offices and smaller UniFi Wi-Fi deployments.

For installations expected to expand significantly, moving directly to a larger UniFi switch can avoid replacing the switch later as additional APs, cameras and wired devices are added.

Ubiquiti USW-Lite-8-PoE Price

Ubiquiti's U.S. store currently lists the USW-Lite-8-PoE (52W) at US$109, before the separately displayed surcharge. This is a U.S. manufacturer-store reference and not Orbitlink Solutions' Kenya selling price. 

Kenyan pricing can differ due to exchange rates, shipping, taxes, supplier source, warranty arrangements and stock availability.

Contact Orbitlink Solutions for the current Ubiquiti USW-Lite-8-PoE price and stock availability in Kenya.

Why Buy Ubiquiti USW-Lite-8-PoE from Orbitlink Solutions?

Choosing the correct switch requires looking beyond the number of ports. The USW-Lite-8-PoE has four PoE+ interfaces, but every powered device shares the 52W total budget. Calculating the maximum requirements of the planned access points, cameras and phones helps determine whether this model has sufficient power capacity.

The Lite 8 PoE is particularly useful where installation space is limited. Its compact desktop/wall-mountable enclosure eliminates the need for a large rack-mounted switch while still providing UniFi management and advanced Layer 2 capabilities.

Orbitlink Solutions can help match the switch with compatible UniFi access points, IP cameras, routers, gateways, Ethernet cabling and related networking equipment according to the deployment requirements.

Watch the Ubiquiti USW-Lite-8-PoE Video

The USW-Lite-8-PoE is designed around compactness without reducing the network to unmanaged switching. Its eight Gigabit interfaces provide enough capacity for many small installations, while UniFi management allows administrators to configure VLANs, PoE behavior, port settings and other supported network controls. For a small business already using UniFi access points, it can therefore provide a more integrated network than a generic unmanaged PoE switch.

Its 52W PoE budget is particularly useful given the switch's physical size, but that figure still needs to be treated as a shared resource. Four PoE+ ports do not provide four independent 30W budgets. A single higher-power device can consume a significant portion of the total, so the maximum consumption of every planned powered device should be checked before installation.

The main long-term consideration is expansion. Eight Gigabit ports, no SFP connectivity and no multi-gigabit Ethernet make the Lite 8 PoE best suited to smaller networks. If the project is expected to grow to many access points, cameras or high-performance WiFi 7 devices, selecting a larger or multi-gigabit UniFi switch from the beginning may provide more useful expansion capacity. 

Frequently Asked Questions About Ubiquiti USW-Lite-8-PoE

What is the Ubiquiti USW-Lite-8-PoE?

The USW-Lite-8-PoE is a compact managed Layer 2 UniFi switch with eight Gigabit Ethernet ports, four PoE+ ports and 52W total PoE availability. 

How many Ethernet ports does it have?

It has 8 × Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports.

Are all eight ports PoE?

No. Four ports provide PoE+, while the other four provide Gigabit Ethernet without PoE output. 

How many PoE ports does USW-Lite-8-PoE have?

It has four PoE+ ports.

What is the total PoE budget?

The current model provides 52W total PoE availability when used with the external 60W power adapter. 

What is the maximum PoE output per port?

Ubiquiti currently specifies 30W maximum PoE+ PSE output per port, subject to the 52W total budget. 

Does it support PoE++?

No. The maximum PoE output is PoE+.

Does it support Gigabit Ethernet?

Yes. All eight ports support 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet.

Does it support 2.5GbE?

No. The ports are limited to Gigabit Ethernet. 

Does it have SFP ports?

No.

Does it have SFP+ ports?

No.

What is its switching capacity?

The switching capacity is 16Gbps.

What is its non-blocking throughput?

The total non-blocking throughput is 8Gbps.

What is its forwarding rate?

Approximately 12 Mpps. 

Is it a Layer 3 switch?

Ubiquiti positions the Lite 8 PoE as a Layer 2 PoE switch. 

Does it support VLANs?

Yes. Ubiquiti currently specifies support for up to 1,000 VLANs. 

Does it support LACP?

Yes.

Does it support STP and RSTP?

Yes.

Does it support IGMP Snooping?

Yes.

Does it support 802.1X?

Yes.

Does it support DHCP Snooping?

Yes.

Does it support Voice VLAN?

Yes.

Does it support port isolation?

Yes.

Does it support jumbo frames?

Yes.

Is the USW-Lite-8-PoE fanless?

Yes. Ubiquiti describes it as supporting silent fanless cooling.

Can it be wall mounted?

Yes. Its official form factor is compact desktop/wall, and Ubiquiti identifies it as wall mountable. 

Is it rack mountable?

It is designed primarily as a compact desktop or wall-mounted switch rather than a conventional 1U rack switch.

What are its dimensions?

Approximately 99.6 × 163.7 × 31.7 mm.

How much does it weigh?

Approximately 295g. 

What power supply does it use?

It uses an included external 60W AC/DC power adapter. 

Can it power UniFi access points?

Yes, provided the exact access point supports compatible PoE and the combined powered-device requirement remains within the 52W budget.

Can it power WiFi 6 access points?

Yes, for compatible models within its PoE+ and total-power limits.

Can it power WiFi 7 access points?

Some compatible models may operate within its PoE+ limits, but the Ethernet connection is limited to 1Gbps. Check the exact AP's PoE requirement before deployment.

Can it power CCTV cameras?

Yes, for compatible PoE/PoE+ cameras within the total 52W budget.

Can it power VoIP phones?

Yes, for compatible PoE phones.

Can I use USW-Lite-8-PoE with Starlink?

Yes. It can operate downstream of a Starlink router or gateway to distribute local Ethernet connectivity and PoE. It does not increase the bandwidth supplied by Starlink.

Can I use it with MikroTik?

Yes. A MikroTik router can provide routing and firewall functions while the USW-Lite-8-PoE provides managed Layer 2 switching and PoE.

Can I use it with TP-Link?

Yes. The upstream router does not need to be Ubiquiti.

What is the difference between USW-Lite-8-PoE and USW-Lite-16-PoE?

The Lite 8 has 8 Gigabit ports, 4 PoE+ ports and 52W total PoE availability. The Lite 16 increases capacity to 16 Gigabit ports and 8 PoE+ ports, but its current published PoE availability is 45W. 

What is the Ubiquiti USW-Lite-8-PoE price in Kenya?

Contact Orbitlink Solutions for the current exact-model price and stock availability.

Buy Ubiquiti USW-Lite-8-PoE in Kenya

The Ubiquiti UniFi USW-Lite-8-PoE is a strong compact option for smaller managed networks. Its 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 4 PoE+ interfaces, 52W PoE budget, fanless operation and desktop/wall-mountable design make it particularly suitable for small offices, shops, homes, CCTV installations and smaller UniFi wireless networks. 

The main purchasing considerations are port count, PoE consumption and future expansion. If four PoE+ interfaces and eight total Ethernet ports are enough, the Lite 8 PoE provides substantial functionality in a very compact package. Networks expected to expand beyond those limits may benefit from moving directly to a larger UniFi switch.

Contact Orbitlink Solutions

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Contact Orbitlink Solutions for the current Ubiquiti USW-Lite-8-PoE price in Kenya, stock availability and assistance selecting compatible UniFi access points, cameras, routers, Ethernet cabling and other networking equipment.