Stacking support: No (Redundant Power via USP-RPS)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:High-speed 2.5G connectivity ideal for Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 access points; Dual 10G SFP+ uplinks prevent core network bottlenecks; Integrated Layer 3 routing features for improved network efficiency; 1.3 inch LCM color touchscreen with AR port management
✘ Cons:Lacks PoE++ (802.3bt) support for high-power devices; Only half of the RJ45 ports (12/24) support 2.5G speeds; Active cooling fans may be audible in silent office environments; Higher price point compared to standard Gigabit PoE switches
Est. Price:
$799 - $849
Compare Against
Juniper Networks EX4400-48P
★ 3.4 Value Score
Technical Specifications
Switching Capacity: 696 Gbps
Forwarding Rate: 517 Mpps
Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE++, 2 x 100GbE QSFP28, 1 x Extension Slot
PoE Budget: Up to 2200W (90W PoE++ per port)
Layer: Layer 3
Stacking support: Virtual Chassis (up to 10 switches)
Curation Review
✔ Pros:Integrated Mist AI for automated operations and troubleshooting; High-power PoE++ (90W) support for Wi-Fi 6E/7 and IoT; Robust EVPN-VXLAN capabilities for modern campus fabrics; High-speed 100GbE stacking and uplinks.
✘ Cons:High initial cost and ongoing subscription fees for AI features; Junos OS has a steeper learning curve compared to some competitors; Enterprise-grade fan noise is unsuitable for quiet office environments.