Does the EdgeSwitch 24 Lite support fiber uplinks?

Yes, in addition to its 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports, the EdgeSwitch 24 Lite includes 2 SFP ports. These SFP interfaces are intended for fiber connections, allowing you to create fiber uplinks or inter switch links within your network design while keeping copper access ports available for endpoint devices.

Is the ES-24-LITE suitable for networks that require routing features?

The ES-24-LITE is described as a 24 port Gigabit Layer 2 and Layer 3 lite switch. This means it provides advanced Layer 2 switching along with a subset of Layer 3 routing capabilities. It is suitable for environments that need VLAN segmentation and basic routing without requiring a full feature set of a dedicated routing platform.

What type of managed switch is the Ubiquiti EdgeSwitch 24 Lite?

The Ubiquiti EdgeSwitch 24 Lite ES-24-LITE is classified as a managed Gigabit Ethernet switch. It belongs to the category of 24 port Gigabit Layer 2 and Layer 3 lite switches with 2 SFP ports. This classification indicates it is designed for environments where centralized configuration and control of switch behavior are required.

For what type of organizations is the ES-24-LITE positioned?

The ES-24-LITE is identified at the SMB product level. This positioning indicates it is intended for small and midsize business environments that need a managed 24 port Gigabit switch with 2 SFP ports and Layer 2 and Layer 3 lite capabilities, rather than for very large carrier or data center deployments.

ES-24-LITE - Ubiquiti ES-24-LITE 24 Port Gigabit Managed Switch

Name: Ubiquiti ES-24-LITE 24 Port Gigabit Managed Switch
Brand: Ubiquiti
SKU: ES-24-LITE

ES-24-LITE - Ubiquiti ES-24-LITE 24 Port Gigabit Managed Switch | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Ubiquiti EdgeSwitch 24 Lite ES-24-LITE is a managed Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for SMB environments that need centralized control of wired connectivity. As a 24 port Gigabit Layer 2 and Layer 3 lite switch with 2 SFP interfaces, it supports copper and fiber connections in a single platform. This model is positioned for networks that require managed switching features while maintaining efficient power usage. The EdgeSwitch 24 Lite is suitable for structured network deployments where clear segmentation between access and uplink is important. Its managed capabilities help IT teams configure and monitor ports, support different network segments, and align switching behavior with organizational policies. With its combination of 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 2 SFP ports, the ES-24-LITE offers a flexible foundation for growing networks that need consistent performance and straightforward management in core or access switching roles.

Managed 24 port Gigabit Ethernet switching for SMB networks
Layer 2 and Layer 3 lite capabilities for segmented networks
2 SFP ports for flexible fiber uplinks or inter switch links
Combines copper access ports with SFP interfaces in one unit
Suitable for structured access or core roles in small sites
ES-24-LITE model simplifies repeatable deployments

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Featuring

Switching Layer
Manufacturer part #	ES-24-LITE
Brand	Ubiquiti
Condition	New
Model	ES-24-Lite
Series	EdgeSwitch 24 Lite
Rack Units	1U
Form Factor	Rack-mountable
Product Line	EdgeSwitch Lite
Product Type	Fully managed Gigabit Ethernet switch
Enclosure Type	Metal rack-mount chassis
Forwarding Rate	38.69 Mpps

Best for

SMB access switching
Use the EdgeSwitch 24 Lite as an access layer switch in SMB networks that need managed 24 port Gigabit connectivity with basic Layer 2 and Layer 3 lite capabilities.
Core switching for small sites
Deploy as a core switch in small sites that benefit from a managed 24 port Gigabit platform with Layer 2 and Layer 3 lite switching features.
Mixed copper and fiber environments
Leverage the 24 port Gigabit Ethernet design together with 2 SFP ports to connect mixed copper access devices and fiber uplinks within the same switch.
Segmented departmental networks
Implement in departments that require structured segmentation across 24 Gigabit ports, using managed features associated with Layer 2 and Layer 3 lite switching.
SMB network upgrades
Use the ES-24-LITE when upgrading legacy unmanaged switches to a managed 24 port Gigabit platform that can support more advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 lite configurations.

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Jumbo Frame Support	Yes

Power Method AC Input	100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, universal input

Power Method DC Input	25 W DC, 25 to 16 V, 2.5 mm DC power inline connector

Number of Hardware Queues	8 queues

Total Non-Blocking Throughput	26 Gbps

Power Supply Type	Internal AC/DC power supply, 25 W DC
Maximum AC Power Consumption	25 W

Networking Ports & Interfaces

SFP Ports	2 Ports, 1 Gbps
SFP Port Speed	1 Gbps per port
Management Type	Fully managed
Console Port Type	RJ45
Gigabit RJ45 Ports	24 Ports, 10/100/1000 Mbps
Switching Capacity	52 Gbps
Serial Console Port	1 x RJ45 serial port, out-of-band
Management Interfaces	Web-based GUI, Ethernet in-band management, RJ45 serial out-of-band management
MAC Address Table Size	8000 entries
SFP Port Hot-Swap Support	Hot-swappable SFP ports
Default Management IP Address	192.168.1.2 (fallback)

Ubiquiti ES-24-LITE 24 Port Gigabit Managed Switch