PreSonus
Presonus SW5E AVB Switch
The PreSonus SW5E AVB Switch is designed for professional audio networking, offering a robust solution for AVB systems. It features five total ports, with four providing Power over Ethernet (PoE) compliant with IEEE 802.3at standards. All ports support flexible 10/100/1 Gigabit speeds and utilize secure, lockable Ethercon connectors for reliable connections. Housed in a durable, rack-mountable metal chassis, this unmanaged switch ensures stable connectivity for demanding audio setups, integrating seamlessly into professional environments.
$435.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
1289
/ 2256
#1289 in Hubs & Switches
Price vs Category Average
-93%
Below average
Total Ports
541
/ ( Copper, Uplink)
Who it's for
- Reliable Low-Latency Audio
- Optimized PreSonus Ecosystem Integration
- Road-Ready Durability
Who should skip it
- Limited General Networking Utility
- High Cost Per Port
- Requires Dedicated External Power
Key Specs
Total Ports
5 (4 Copper, 1 Uplink)
Ethernet Speeds
10/100/1000 Mbps
PoE Standard
IEEE 802.3at Type 1
Connector Types
RJ45 (Ethercon sockets)
Form Factor
Rackmount (requires optional tray)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
217 x 44 x 178 mm
Warranty
3 Years
Layer
Layer 2 Networking
Features
- Dedicated 5-way AVB network switch
- PoE support on four ports
- Lockable Ethercon sockets for secure links
- Supports 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds
- Durable, rack-mountable metal housing
- Internal power supply for clean setup
- Activity LEDs for all five ports
- Unmanaged network switch
What customers say
Professionals deeply integrated into the PreSonus ecosystem highly value the SW5E AVB Switch for its essential role in creating reliable, low-latency audio networks. The core praise focuses on its seamless plug-and-play integration and exceptional 'set-it-and-forget-it' stability with AVB gear. Users appreciate that this purpose-built device eliminates the complex configuration headaches common with standard managed switches when handling time-sensitive audio protocols. Its robust build quality is also frequently noted. While acknowledged as indispensable for guaranteed, jitter-free audio transport, some users find its utility limited outside the AVB environment and question the value given its specialized, higher price point compared to general networking hardware.
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