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Ubiquiti UniFi Flex Mini | 5-Port Gigabit Desktop Managed Switch

SKU USW-FLEX-MINI
Original price €32.95 - Original price €32.95
Original price
€32.95
€32.95 - €32.95
Current price €32.95

Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Flex Mini (USW-Flex-Mini)

The Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Flex Mini is an ultra-compact, smart managed Layer 2 switch designed for quick, low-profile network expansions. Built with a minimal desktop footprint no larger than a deck of cards, this unit is the ideal budget-friendly solution for adding wired Ethernet drops to home offices, student desks, entertainment units, or retail points of sale.

With a total non-blocking switching throughput of 5 Gbps, it ensures full, line-rate Gigabit data delivery across all ports simultaneously without any packet loss.

Key Hardware Features & Design

  • Five Gigabit RJ45 Ports: Features five auto-sensing 10/100/1000 Mbps interfaces to connect wired devices like smart TVs, desktop computers, network printers, and game consoles.

  • Highly Energy-Efficient: Operates with a maximum power draw of just 2.5 Watts. This low-thermal footprint means the switch runs completely cold and silent without any internal fans.

  • Durable Polycarbonate Chassis: The lightweight, white plastic casing blends cleanly into residential or corporate workspaces without standing out.

Dual Power Input Options

The USW-Flex-Mini does not require a bulky proprietary power brick. Instead, it offers two highly adaptable methods for powering up the chassis depending on your local cabling layout:

  1. Power over Ethernet (PoE In): Connect a standard 802.3af/at PoE cable from an upstream switch into Port 1. This allows the Flex Mini to run entirely on power delivered down the data line, removing the need for a local wall socket entirely.

  2. USB Type-C Mains Power: For locations without an active PoE infrastructure, the rear of the unit features a standard USB-C power terminal. A compact 5V, 1A UK mains USB-C adapter plug is included in the box.

Core Network Management Details

While budget-friendly, the Flex Mini remains integrated into the broader UniFi Network Application platform, providing centralized visibility over your network edge:

  • Port-Based Configurations: Administrators can apply port isolation, monitor link speeds, check real-time traffic statistics, and toggle basic port-based VLAN assignments through the central controller.

  • Deployment Nuance: To keep the hardware small and affordable, the Flex Mini utilizes a streamlined management chip. Please note that it handles port-based VLAN tagging only; it does not support SSH access, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) root configuration, or advanced 802.1X security profiles.

Technical Specifications

  • Dimensions: 107.16 mm x 70.15 mm x 21.17 mm

  • Weight: 150 grams

  • Networking Interfaces: 5 x 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 Ports

  • PoE Input Interface: 802.3af/at PoE on Port 1 (44–57V DC)

  • USB-C Input Voltage Range: 4.7V to 5.3V DC

  • Switching Capacity: 10 Gbps

  • Forwarding Rate: 7.44 Mpps

  • ESD/EMP Protection: Air: ± 16 kV, Contact: ± 12 kV

  • Operating Temperature Range: -5°C to 45°C

Box Contents

  • Ubiquiti UniFi Switch Flex Mini

  • 5V, 1A USB-C Power Adapter (with UK Plug connection)*

  • Quick Start Setup Leaflet

*Note: The USB-C power supply is included with individual retail single-packs. It is not included in commercial 5-pack installer bulk bundles.