Ubiquiti UniFi Enterprise Firewall Core EF-Core - 4x 100G QSFP28, 4x 25G SFP28, 8x 10G RJ45, 2x 1G RJ45, 1U Rackmount

With a staggering 200 Gbps bidirectional firewall throughput, the Ubiquiti UniFi Enterprise Firewall Core EF-Core is engineered for the most demanding network environments. This 1U rack-mountable appliance combines high-density 100G, 25G, 10G, and 1G connectivity with advanced security features, making it the ideal core for large-scale enterprise deployments.

Overview

The EF-Core is a hardware firewall appliance that delivers uncompromising performance and reliability. Powered by a quad-core ARM Cortex-A72 processor at 2.0 GHz, 16 GB of DDR4 memory, and 128 GB of onboard eMMC storage, it ensures smooth operation even under heavy load. The device features four 100G QSFP28 ports, four 25G SFP28 ports, eight 10G RJ45 Ethernet ports, and two 1G RJ45 Ethernet ports, providing flexible high-speed connectivity for diverse network architectures.

What stands out

• Massive 200 Gbps bidirectional firewall throughput for data-intensive applications.
• High-density port configuration: 4x 100G QSFP28, 4x 25G SFP28, 8x 10G RJ45, 2x 1G RJ45.
• Dual hot-swappable 500W AC/DC power supplies with 1+1 redundancy for maximum uptime.
• Advanced security features including Layer 3 routing, VPN, IDS/IPS, and DPI.
• Seamless integration with UniFi Network application for centralized management.

Technical details

• Firewall throughput: 200 Gbps (bidirectional)
• Processor: Quad-core ARM Cortex-A72 at 2.0 GHz
• System memory: 16 GB DDR4
• Onboard storage: 128 GB eMMC
• Ports: 4x 100G QSFP28, 4x 25G SFP28, 8x 10G RJ45, 2x 1G RJ45
• Management: Ethernet in-band, USB-C console
• Power supply: 2x hot-swappable 500W AC/DC PSUs (1+1 redundancy)
• Max power consumption: 300W
• Form factor: 1U rack-mountable
• Operating temperature: -5 to 40° C (23 to 104° F)
• Operating humidity: 5 to 95% non-condensing

Our verdict

The Ubiquiti UniFi Enterprise Firewall Core EF-Core stands out as a powerhouse for enterprises needing top-tier throughput and port density. Its redundant power supplies and robust security suite make it a reliable choice for mission-critical networks, while the UniFi integration simplifies management at scale.