Ubiquiti EdgeRouter 12P PoE Router (ER-12P)

The Ubiquiti EdgeRouter 12P (ER-12P) is a powerful and versatile routing solution designed for complex networking environments that require both high performance and flexible power delivery. It features ten Gigabit RJ45 ports, each supporting 24V passive PoE output, and two 1 Gbps SFP ports for fiber uplinks. This combination of copper and fiber connectivity makes the ER-12P ideal for mixed-infrastructure deployments in both enterprise and ISP environments, providing scalable routing and switching in a single device.

At its core, the ER-12P is equipped with a quad-core 1 GHz MIPS64 processor, 1 GB of DDR3 RAM, and 4 GB of onboard eMMC storage, ensuring fast processing and ample space for configurations and updates. Additionally, it includes an 8 MB SPI NOR flash for bootloader functionality. This hardware configuration allows the device to handle routing, firewall, and VPN tasks efficiently, even in data-intensive networks.

One of the ER-12P’s standout features is its passive PoE capability. All ten RJ45 ports can deliver 24V PoE output, eliminating the need for separate power adapters or switches when connecting compatible devices such as wireless access points, VoIP phones, or IP cameras. This makes the device exceptionally useful for powering a complete network directly from the router itself. The unit is powered by a 60W 24V DC adapter, included in the box, and supports DC input via terminal block as well.

Designed with practicality in mind, the ER-12P has a durable metal enclosure and compact dimensions that allow for both wall and rack mounting, with an optional rack kit available. Its layout is clean and clearly labeled, making port management and installation straightforward. The router also includes built-in surge protection and operates reliably in a temperature range of -10 to 40°C, with humidity tolerance from 10% to 90% noncondensing.

From a software perspective, the ER-12P runs Ubiquiti’s EdgeOS platform, a feature-rich operating system that offers powerful routing capabilities such as static and dynamic routing, firewall policies, NAT rules, DHCP services, and traffic shaping. For centralized network management, it also supports UISP (Ubiquiti Internet Service Platform), enabling administrators to monitor and configure multiple devices from a single dashboard, either locally or remotely.

The ER-12P is well-suited for small to medium-sized businesses, managed service providers, and advanced home networks looking for a cost-effective yet highly capable router. Its combination of PoE output, SFP ports, and comprehensive management features makes it a smart investment for growing networks that demand reliability, performance, and flexibility in a compact design.