Ubiquiti ECS-Core Enterprise Campus 32-Port 100G Layer 3 Core Switch with MC-LAG

A 100G Core for Campus Aggregation The Ubiquiti ECS-Core is a managed Layer 3 core switch with 32 100G QSFP28 ports for enterprise campus aggregation. MC-LAG, dual hot-swappable power modules and replaceable fans support resilient network designs, while UniFi management brings the core into the same operating environment as the access layer. Highlights High-Density Backbone 32 QSFP28 ports supporting 100G and 40G links. 3.2 Tbps non-blocking throughput and 6.4 Tbps switching capacity. Resilient Infrastructure MC-LAG for a suitably configured switch pair. Two hot-swappable power supplies and five hot-swappable fan modules. UniFi Operations Layer 3 routing and local DHCP services. Etherlighting port identification and serial-console access. Key Features 100G Connectivity for Campus AggregationThirty-two QSFP28 interfaces connect suitable aggregation switches and other high-speed network equipment. Support for 40G links provides a migration path for compatible existing connections. Match each transceiver or direct attach cable to the required speed, distance and equipment compatibility; link accessories are separate purchases. MC-LAG for Resilient LinksMulti-chassis link aggregation allows a compatible downstream connection to span two switches. This supports a topology that can retain connectivity when one link or chassis becomes unavailable. MC-LAG requires a suitably configured switch pair and compatible downstream link aggregation; resilience depends on the complete network path. Local Routing and Traffic ControlInter-VLAN routing carries traffic between local network segments, while static routes define paths to other networks. DHCP server and relay functions support address allocation. ACLs, network isolation and DHCP snooping help administrators control device connectivity and local traffic. Replaceable Power and CoolingTwo 550 W power modules and five fan modules are hot-swappable, simplifying component replacement without removing the entire chassis. Power redundancy complements a resilient topology. Suitable upstream power protection, rack ventilation and operating conditions still need to be planned. Port Identification and UniFi ManagementEtherlighting helps technicians identify connections during installation and maintenance. The touchscreen provides local visibility, while Ethernet and serial-console interfaces support administration. UniFi Network version 10.6.101 or later is required. Rack and Backbone PlanningThe full-depth 1U chassis requires a four-post rack, or a centre-mount bracket or cantilever shelf in a two-post rack. Assess the 100G interfaces on the Enterprise Campus Aggregation switch when designing the campus hierarchy, and confirm optical or DAC compatibility for each connection. Summary The ECS-Core brings dense 100G connectivity, local Layer 3 services and MC-LAG to a UniFi campus backbone. Replaceable power and cooling hardware support ongoing maintenance in networks where aggregation capacity and link resilience are central to the design. Read more