Ubiquiti NanoSwitch N-SW User manual

Outdoor 4-Port PoE
Passthrough Switch
Model: N-SW

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Ubiquiti Networks®
NanoSwitch™. This Quick Start Guide is designed to guide you
through installation and also includes warranty terms.
Package Contents
Outdoor 4-Port PoE
Passthrough Switch
Model: N-SW
NanoSwitch Self-Tapping
Screw
Metal Straps
(Qty. 2)
Quick Start
Guide
Installation Requirements
Mounting accessories and drain wire are not included.
Pole-Mounting
• Drill with a 4.5 mm Drill Bit
• 7 mm Socket Wrench or Screwdriver
Wall-Mounting
• (2) Screws (≤ 5 mm Screw Head)
• (1) Drain Wire, Optional (≤ 16 AWG, ≤ 40 cm)
Cables
• Shielded Category 5 (or above) cabling with drain wire
should be used for all wired Ethernet connections and
should be grounded through the AC ground of the PoE.
We recommend that you protect your networks from
harmful outdoor environments and destructive ESD events
with industrial-grade, shielded Ethernet cable from Ubiquiti
Networks. For more details, visit www.ubnt.com/toughcable
TERMS OF USE: Shielded Ethernet cable and earth grounding must be used as conditions of
product warranty. TOUGHCable™is designed for outdoor installations. It is the professional
installer’s responsibility to follow local country regulations, including operation within legal
frequency channels, output power, and Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) requirements.

• Surge protection should be used for all outdoor installations.
We recommend that you use two Ethernet Surge Protectors,
model ETH-SP, one near the N-SW and the other at the entry
point to the building. The ETH-SP will absorb power surges
and safely discharge them into the ground.
To LAN
ETH-SP
ETH-SP
US-8-150W
N-SW

Hardware Overview
System LEDs
Port Cover
LED
The LED will light blue when the device is powered on.

PoE In
PoE Out
Ground Bonding
Point with a
Machine Screw
and Nut
RJ45 LEDs
LED State Status
Link Green Link Established
Activity Amber Flashing Indicates Activity
Ports
Port Description
PoE In RJ45 port supports 10/100/1000 Ethernet
connections, and supports 24V passive PoE to
power the switch.
PoE Out 1-3 RJ45 ports support 10/100/1000 Ethernet
connections, and the three 24V passive PoE
ports provide up to 36W PoE output.
Ground Bonding Point The NanoSwitch must be grounded
in one of the following ways:
• Use the Self-Tapping Screw to ground the NanoSwitch
directly to a grounded metal pole or structure.
• Use a Machine Screw and Nut to attach a drain wire (not
included) that is connected to a remote grounding block or
structure.

Connect a Drain Wire (Optional)
If a drain wire is used to ground the NanoSwitch, attach it to
the Ground Bonding Point with the Self-Tapping Screw and nut.
At the installation site, secure the other end of the drain wire
to a grounded mast, pole, tower, or grounding bar.
Note: The drain wire should be a short as possible and no
longer than one meter in length.

Hardware Installation
Install the NanoSwitch either on a pole or a wall. Follow the
appropriate steps for your installation:
Pole-Mounting
1. Feed the included Metal Straps through the slots located
on the back of the NanoSwitch.
2. Wrap the Metal Straps around the pole. Use a 7 mm socket
wrench or screwdriver to turn the screws clockwise and
securely fasten the straps to the pole.

3. Remove the Port Cover by pressing on its center and sliding
it down.
Note: If you are using a drain wire for grounding,
proceed to the Connecting Power section.
4. Remove the Self-Tapping Screw and nut from the Ground
Bonding Point, and drill a 4.5 mm pilot hole into the pole.
4.5 mm
Drill Bit

5. Insert the Self-Tapping Screw into the pilot hole. Securely
fasten the screw to ensure the Ground Bonding Point is
bonded to the pole.
Wall-Mounting
1. Secure two screws (not included) to the wall, spaced
38mm apart.
2. Leave a gap of 3 mm from each screw head to the wall.
≤ 5 mm
3mm

3. With the drain wire already attached, insert the screw
heads into the Keyhole Slots on the back of the NanoSwitch.
Press down on the NanoSwitch to secure it.
Keyhole
Slots
*640-00314-01*
640-00314-01