Gateway UBIQUITI Dream Machine Special Edition — rack 1U, 8x RJ-45 LAN, PoE, 1.7 GHz CPU, 4 GB DDR4, 16 GB flash, 3.3 cm touchscreen

The Dream Machine Special Edition (UDM SE) is an all-in-one router and security gateway with an integrated PoE switch and network video recorder. It provides enterprise-grade UniFi OS Console functionality for homes and businesses, offering high-speed dual-WAN connectivity via a 10G SFP+ port and a 2.5GbE RJ45 port, a Gigabit PoE switch for powering devices, and a built-in NVR with 128 GB internal storage. The UDM SE runs UniFi OS to manage UniFi access points, Protect cameras, Talk phones, and Access readers from a single interface, and it is designed to support future UniFi OS applications.

Advantages

The device combines routing, security gateway features, PoE switching and video recording in one compact unit, reducing the need for separate components. Dual-WAN options and a 10G uplink provide flexible, high-speed connectivity. Integrated 128 GB storage enables local recording for UniFi Protect cameras. Bluetooth-assisted setup simplifies initial configuration through the UniFi Network application on web or mobile.

Key specifications

• Model: Dream Machine Special Edition (UDM SE)
• Function: Router, security gateway, PoE switch, network video recorder (NVR)
• WAN ports: 10G SFP+ and 2.5GbE RJ45
• Switch: Gigabit PoE ports (integrated)
• Storage: 128 GB internal NVR storage
• Software: UniFi OS Console (manages APs, Protect, Talk, Access)
• Setup: Integrated Bluetooth; configuration via UniFi Network app (web or mobile)

How to use

Connect the UDM SE to your Internet uplink using either the 10G SFP+ or the 2.5GbE RJ45 WAN port and attach network devices to the integrated Gigabit PoE switch ports. Power on the unit and use the UniFi Network application (web or mobile) to complete the guided setup; Bluetooth is available to streamline device discovery and initial configuration. Add UniFi devices such as access points, Protect cameras, Talk phones and Access readers in UniFi OS to centralize monitoring and management. Configure WAN failover, VLANs, PoE settings and recording options as required for your network and security needs.

Recommendations

Place the UDM SE in a well-ventilated location near your network aggregation point. Use the 10G SFP+ port for high-throughput uplinks when available and configure WAN redundancy to maintain connectivity. Regularly back up UniFi OS settings and Protect recordings and keep firmware up to date through the UniFi interface.