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Ubiquiti Networks EdgeRouter 4, 4-Port Gigabit Wired Router with 1 SFP Port, Black
The Ubiquiti EdgeRouter 4 is a reliable and high-performance wired router with four Gigabit Ethernet ports and one SFP port for versatile connectivity
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Ubiquiti Networks EdgeRouter 4: A Comprehensive Overview
The EdgeRouter 4 is a high‑performance, feature‑rich router designed for both small businesses and advanced home networking environments. Built on the robust MIPS64 architecture, it delivers exceptional throughput while maintaining low power consumption.
Key Hardware Specifications
- Processor: 4‑core MIPS64 running at 1 GHz, ensuring smooth packet forwarding and advanced routing functions.
- Memory: 1024 MB DRAM for rapid data handling, complemented by a 4 GB eMMC storage that houses the operating system and configuration files.
- Power: Operates on standard AC input (110–240 V) with a modest consumption of only 13 W, making it energy‑efficient for continuous operation.
- Form Factor: 1U rack‑mountable chassis, ideal for tight server rooms or home media centers.
- Ports: Three Gigabit RJ‑45 LAN ports (10/100/1000 Mbps), one Gigabit SFP port for fiber connectivity, and a single serial console port for advanced troubleshooting.
Connectivity & Performance
The EdgeRouter 4 supports 10/100/1000Base‑T(X) Ethernet technology across all RJ‑45 interfaces, guaranteeing reliable wired connections. The integrated SFP port expands its versatility by allowing fiber links or high‑speed copper modules.
With a forwarding rate of **4000 Mpps**, the router can handle heavy traffic loads without bottlenecks, making it suitable for environments that require fast routing between multiple VLANs or VPN tunnels.
Advanced Routing & Security Features
- Routing Protocols: Full support for static routes, OSPF, BGP, and more through the EdgeOS command‑line interface (CLI).
- Firewall & NAT: Stateful packet inspection with customizable rulesets; supports both source and destination NAT.
- VPN Capabilities: Comprehensive VPN support including IPSec Site‑to‑Site, OpenVPN, PPTP, L2TP, and remote access options. This allows secure connections between branch offices or to remote users.
- Security Protocols: Built‑in support for IPSec, SNMP, SSH, ensuring encrypted management and robust monitoring.
Management & Monitoring Tools
The EdgeRouter 4 can be managed through multiple interfaces:
- Web‑Based GUI: Intuitive interface for quick configuration of basic settings.
- CLI (Command Line Interface): Full access to advanced features and scripting capabilities.
- UNMS (Ubiquiti Network Management System): Centralized dashboard for monitoring multiple EdgeRouters, collecting logs, and applying firmware updates.
- SNMP & NetFlow: Enables integration with third‑party network monitoring solutions.
- LLDP & NTP: For link discovery and time synchronization across the network.
Quality of Service (QoS) & VLAN Support
The router’s QoS engine allows prioritization of traffic types—voice, video, or critical business applications—ensuring consistent performance. Additionally, it supports VLAN tagging and trunking, enabling segmentation of network segments for security and traffic management.
Reliability & Logging Features
- System Event Log: Comprehensive logging of system events, configuration changes, and error messages.
- LED Indicators: Activity, link status, and speed LEDs provide immediate visual feedback on port health.
- Reset Button: One‑click factory reset for quick recovery in case of misconfiguration.
Environmental Tolerances
The EdgeRouter 4 is engineered to operate reliably across a wide range of conditions:
- Operating Temperature: -10 °C to +50 °C.
- Relative Humidity: 10%–90% RH.
USB & Serial Connectivity
The device includes a USB 3.0 (Gen 1) port, facilitating external storage or additional serial interfaces if needed. The single serial console port provides low‑level access for firmware upgrades or troubleshooting.
Use Cases & Deployment Scenarios
- Small Business: Acts as a primary router with advanced routing, firewall, and VPN capabilities to connect multiple office locations securely.
- Home Lab Enthusiast: Ideal for experimenting with routing protocols, VLANs, or setting up secure remote access to home networks.
- Edge Computing: Its low power consumption and high throughput make it suitable for edge devices that require reliable connectivity.
Conclusion
The Ubiquiti Networks EdgeRouter 4 combines powerful hardware, extensive routing features, robust security protocols, and flexible management options into a compact, energy‑efficient package. Whether you’re building a secure branch office network or setting up an advanced home lab, this router delivers the performance and reliability needed for modern networking demands.
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| Tags | Ubiquiti EdgeRouter Ubiquiti ER-4 EdgeRouter Ubiquiti ER-4 |
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| Brand | ![]() Ubiquiti is a technology company that manufactures wireless networking products. Their products are used by businesses and consumers to connect to the internet. Ubiquiti is known for their high-quality, low-cost products. |
| Model | Ubiquiti ER-4 |
| MPN | Ubiquiti ER-4 |
| ID | 8564340 |
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AC input voltage The range of alternating current voltage that the product accepts from its power source, expressed in volts (V). It indicates the minimum and maximum supply voltages compatible with the device across different regions.
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110 - 240 V |
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Built-in processor Indicates whether the product contains a built‑in central processing unit (CPU) that can execute instructions without requiring an external processor module. A value of "Yes" means the device has such a CPU; "No" means it does not.
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Yes |
| Cabling technology | 10/100/1000Base-T(X) |
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Colour The colour or combination of colours that a product is available in, expressed as common names such as "Black", "Silver" or comma‑separated lists like "Black, White". It indicates the visual appearance of the item for consumers.
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Black |
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Ethernet interface type A list of the Ethernet standards that a product supports, such as Fast Ethernet (10/100 Mbps), Gigabit Ethernet (1 Gbps), 2.5 GbE, 10 GbE, and other variants. Each value is a free‑text label describing one supported interface; multiple values are separated by commas when the device offers more than one speed or generation.
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Gigabit Ethernet |
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Ethernet LAN ports Represents the total count of Ethernet LAN (RJ‑45) interfaces available on a product. The value is an integer indicating how many physical Ethernet ports are present, regardless of speed or generation.
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3 |
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Forwarding Rate The maximum number of packets a device can forward per second, expressed in megapackets per second (Mpps) or similar units. It indicates the throughput capability of networking hardware such as switches and routers under optimal conditions.
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4000 Mpps |
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Internal memory The total amount of internal memory available in a device, expressed as a data size such as megabytes (MB) or gigabytes (GB). It indicates how much information the component can hold for active processes and affects multitasking performance.
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1024 MB |
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Internal memory type The type of memory physically installed inside a device, such as DDR4 SDRAM, LPDDR3, or other RAM variants. It indicates the architecture and generation of the internal memory modules that the product uses or supports.
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DRAM |
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Internal storage capacity The total amount of digital storage available inside a device for holding files, applications and other data. It is expressed as a numeric value with an appropriate unit such as GB, MB or TB, allowing users to compare how much information the device can store.
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4 GB |
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LED indicators A list of the functions or statuses that an LED indicator on a device can display, such as power status, activity, link, and other operational signals.
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Activity,Link,Speed |
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Management protocols A list of network protocols that a device can use for configuration, monitoring and remote management, such as SNMP, HTTP/HTTPS, Telnet, SSH or other standard interfaces. Each protocol is represented by its common name and may be separated by commas or slashes in the source data.
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UNMS, CLI, SNMP, NetFlow, LLDP, NTP |
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Operating relative humidity The range of relative humidity (in percentage) within which the product is designed to operate reliably. Values are expressed as a minimum–maximum interval such as "20 - 80 %" and indicate the acceptable environmental moisture level for optimal performance.
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10 - 90% |
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Operating temperature The range of temperatures in which a product can safely operate without risk of damage or performance degradation. Values are expressed in degrees Celsius (°C) and may represent a single temperature, a minimum–maximum interval, or an average operating point.
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-10 - 50 °C |
| Power consumption | 13 W |
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Power source type The main electrical supply that powers the device, such as mains electricity (AC), battery, USB power, PoE, or a combination of these options.
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AC |
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Processor architecture The processor architecture indicates the underlying instruction set and design family of a CPU, such as ARM Cortex‑A53 or MIPS64. It helps users understand compatibility with software, performance characteristics, and hardware requirements.
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MIPS64 |
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Processor frequency The fundamental operating frequency of a processor, expressed in hertz (Hz). It indicates the speed at which the CPU runs under normal conditions and is typically reported in gigahertz (GHz) or megahertz (MHz). This value helps users compare performance potential across different models.
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1000 MHz |
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Rack capacity The height of a device measured in rack units (U), where one U equals 1.75 inches (44.45 mm). The value is expressed as an integer such as "2U" or a numeric measurement with the unit, for example "3.5U" or "61.25 mm". This attribute indicates how many rack units a product occupies when installed in a standard server rack.
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1U |
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Security algorithms A list of cryptographic and authentication methods that a device can use for secure communication or data protection. Each entry represents a distinct algorithm or protocol, such as encryption ciphers (e.g., AES, WEP), authentication mechanisms (e.g., RADIUS, WPA‑PSK), or network security protocols (e.g., HTTPS, SSL/TLS). The values are typically separated by commas and may include both technical identifiers and consumer‑friendly labels.
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IPSEC,SNMP,SSH |
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Storage media The type of storage medium used in the product, such as SSD, HDD, eMMC, Flash, or hybrid combinations. It indicates whether the device uses solid‑state, magnetic, or other forms of memory and helps users understand the underlying technology.
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eMMC |
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USB version The specific version of the USB standard that a product supports, expressed as a generation number and optional descriptive suffix (e.g., "3.2 Gen 1" or simply "3.0"). This attribute indicates the data‑transfer capabilities and compatibility with USB devices.
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3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) |



