Overview
The Ubiquiti EAV-Fiber, formerly named EAV-Aggregation, is a UniFi Enterprise Audio/Video switch designed for high-bandwidth network infrastructure and professional AV deployments. It provides twenty 10G SFP+ ports and two 100G QSFP28 ports, with Layer 3 networking, precision timing, and dedicated Pro AV profiles.
Fiber Connectivity and Switching Performance
The EAV-Fiber provides 20 SFP+ ports supporting 10G and 1G connections, together with two QSFP28 ports supporting 100G and 40G operation. The switch has an 800 Gbps switching capacity, 400 Gbps total non-blocking throughput, and a forwarding rate of 595 Mpps.
A separate 1 GbE RJ45 port supports 1G, 100M, and 10M Ethernet connections and is provided alongside a dedicated serial console interface for management.
Professional AV and Precision Timing
The EAV-Fiber is designed for professional audio/video networking with dedicated profiles for Play, Dante, Q-SYS, NDI, SDVoE, Shure, AES67, and Crestron. Advanced multicast functions, including IGMP snooping and configurable IGMP behavior, support network environments where multicast AV traffic is required.
The switch includes IEEE 1588-2008 PTPv2 with hardware timestamping on all Ethernet and QSFP28 ports. It supports Grandmaster, Boundary Clock, and Transparent Clock roles, along with profiles including IEEE 1588, SMPTE 2059-2, AES67, and AES-R16.
Layer 3 and Network Management
Layer 3 capabilities include DHCP Server, DHCP Relay, inter-VLAN routing, and static routing. The switch supports up to 1,000 VLANs, 32,000 MAC addresses, and 512 IPv4 static routes.
Additional Layer 2 and security features include LACP port aggregation, STP/RSTP, DSCP QoS, 802.1X control, MAC-based and IP-based access controls, DHCP snooping and guarding, port isolation, port mirroring, flow control, storm control, and multicast and broadcast rate limiting.
Hardware and Redundancy
The EAV-Fiber is a full-depth 1U rack-mount switch with two hot-swappable AC/DC 150W power modules and four hot-swappable fan modules. It supports 100–240V AC universal input and has a maximum power consumption of 150W.
A 1.3-inch touchscreen LCM provides local device information. Etherlighting is supported on both the SFP+ and QSFP28 interfaces.
Key Features
- 20 x 10G/1G SFP+ ports and 2 x 100G/40G QSFP28 ports
- 800 Gbps switching capacity with 400 Gbps non-blocking throughput
- IEEE 1588-2008 PTPv2 with hardware timestamping and professional AV timing profiles
- Dedicated Pro AV profiles for Dante, Q-SYS, NDI, SDVoE, AES67, Crestron, Shure, and Play
- Dual hot-swappable power supplies and four hot-swappable fan modules
Applications
The EAV-Fiber can serve as a high-capacity aggregation or core switching platform for professional AV networks, enterprise fiber infrastructure, and deployments requiring 10G access with 100G/40G uplinks. Its PTP capabilities and Pro AV profiles support network designs where deterministic media timing and multicast traffic management are important.
DC Supplies Product Note
The EAV-Fiber is a fiber-oriented enterprise switch rather than a PoE access switch. Its primary data interfaces are SFP+ and QSFP28, and the unit uses two AC-powered hot-swappable 150W power modules rather than PoE. Ubiquiti specifies a full-depth 1U chassis and recommends a four-post rack, or appropriate center-mount/cantilever support when installed in a two-post rack.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | Ubiquiti |
| Part Number / MPN | EAV-Fiber |
| Product Type | Enterprise Audio/Video Fiber Switch |
| Product Family | UniFi Enterprise Audio/Video |
| Previous Product Name | EAV-Aggregation |
| 1 GbE RJ45 | 1 x 1G/100M/10M |
| 10G SFP+ Ports | 20 x 10G/1G |
| 100G QSFP28 Ports | 2 x 100G/40G |
| Console | 1 x Serial Console |
| SMA | 1 |
| Switching Capacity | 800 Gbps |
| Total Non-Blocking Throughput | 400 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 595 Mpps |
| Packet Buffer | 8 MB |
| Supported VLANs | 1,000 |
| MAC Address Table | 32,000 |
| IPv4 Static Routes | 512 |
| IPv4 Access Lists | 256 |
| MAC Access Lists | 256 |
| Precision Time Protocol | IEEE 1588-2008 PTPv2 |
| PTP Clock Roles | Grandmaster, Boundary Clock, Transparent Clock |
| PTP Boundary Clock Operation | Two-step only |
| PTP Profiles | IEEE 1588, SMPTE 2059-2, AES67, AES-R16 |
| Layer 3 Features | DHCP Server, DHCP Relay, Inter-VLAN Routing, Static Routing |
| Layer 2 Features | LACP, STP/RSTP, QoS, IGMP Snooping, 802.1X, ACLs, Port Isolation, Port Mirroring |
| Pro AV Profiles | Play, Dante, Q-SYS, NDI, SDVoE, Shure, AES67, Crestron |
| Power Method | Dual AC input |
| Power Input | 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Power Supplies | 2 x hot-swappable AC/DC 150W modules |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 150W |
| Fan Modules | 4 x hot-swappable |
| Form Factor | 1U full-depth rack mount |
| Dimensions | 442.4 x 480 x 43.7 mm (17.4 x 18.9 x 1.7 in) |
| Weight | 8.95 kg (19.7 lb) without mounting brackets; 9.05 kg (20 lb) with mounting brackets |
| Rack Compatibility | 19-inch four-post racks; supported post depths 650–1,000 mm |
| Display | 1.3-inch touchscreen LCM |
| Enclosure Material | SGCC steel |
| Operating Temperature | -5°C to 40°C (23°F to 104°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
| ESD Protection | Air ±12 kV; contact ±8 kV |
| Etherlighting | Supported on SFP+ and QSFP28 |
| NDAA Compliant | Yes |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, IC |
FAQs
How many 10G fiber ports does the EAV-Fiber have?
The switch has 20 SFP+ ports supporting 10G and 1G connections.
What uplink speeds are supported?
The two QSFP28 ports support 100G and 40G operation.
Does the EAV-Fiber support PoE?
No PoE capability is specified for this model. The switch uses two AC-powered hot-swappable 150W power modules.
Does the switch support PTP?
Yes. The EAV-Fiber supports IEEE 1588-2008 PTPv2, hardware timestamping on all Ethernet and QSFP28 ports, and Grandmaster, Boundary Clock, and Transparent Clock roles.
Which professional AV protocols and platforms are supported?
Ubiquiti specifies Pro AV profiles for Play, Dante, Q-SYS, NDI, SDVoE, Shure, AES67, and Crestron.
What rack is required for installation?
The EAV-Fiber is a full-depth 1U rack-mount device. Ubiquiti specifies support for 19-inch four-post racks with post depths from 650 to 1,000 mm and notes that two-post installations require a center-mount bracket or cantilever shelf for optimal support.
