Interfaces: 8 x 10/100/1000 RJ-45 (Ports 7-8 PoE+), 1 x Mgmt, 1 x Console
Form Factor: Desktop (Fanless)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Silent fanless design ideal for small offices; Integrated PoE+ ports to power downstream devices; Supports both ASA and FTD software for deployment flexibility; Backed by Cisco Talos threat intelligence
✘ Cons:Lengthy policy deployment and commit times (FTD); Management complexity with multiple interface options (FDM/FMC/CDO); Expensive recurring security subscriptions; Performance drops significantly under heavy SSL/TLS inspection
✔ Pros:25 Gbps IDS/IPS line rate performance; Dual 25G SFP28 uplinks for high-speed core connectivity; Integrated NVR with dual 3.5" HDD bays for UniFi Protect; Massive capacity supporting 7,500+ clients and 750+ UniFi devices.
✘ Cons:Premium price point compared to standard UniFi consoles; No PoE support on the 10GbE RJ45 ports; High power consumption and heat dissipation requirements (342 BTU/hr).