Ubiquiti UniFi Dream Machine Special Edition

UniFi Dream Machine Special Edition – 10G UniFi Cloud Gateway with PoE and NVR

The UniFi Dream Machine Special Edition is a powerful all-in-one UniFi Cloud Gateway that combines high-speed routing, integrated PoE switching, and support for the full UniFi application suite. Designed for performance and flexibility, it supports over 100 UniFi devices and more than 1,000 clients, making it ideal for medium to large networks.

It delivers 3.5+ Gbps routing performance with IDS/IPS enabled, providing secure connectivity for UniFi networks. Connectivity options include (1) 10G SFP+ and (1) 2.5 GbE WAN port, plus (1) 10G SFP+ and (8) GbE LAN ports - including (2) PoE+ and (6) PoE - allowing direct power for access points, cameras, and other UniFi hardware.

The UDM-SE also functions as a central NVR, with a 3.5" HDD bay and built-in 128 GB SSD for detection recordings. It’s UniFi Power Backup ready and features a 1.3" touchscreen for live system insights. The Dream Machine Special Edition is ideal for retail, hospitality, education, and business networks that require performance, simplicity, and integrated management.

Any EU products are supplied with the appropriate UK power method at no extra cost.

Tech Specs

Click here to see the Dream Machine Special Edition Datasheet.

Device Specifications
Overview
Dimensions	442.4 x 43.7 x 285.6 mm (17.4 x 1.7 x 11.2")
UniFi Application Suite	Network ✓ Protect ✓ Access ✓ Talk ✓ Connect ✓
Managed UniFi Devices	100+
Managed Cameras	(24) HD (14) 2K (8) 4K
Simultaneous Users Connected	1,000+
Max. WAN Port Count	8
Default WAN Ports	(1) 10G SFP+ (1) 2.5 GbE RJ45
Port Layout	1 GbE RJ45: 8 (1G/100M/10M) 2.5 GbE RJ45: 1 (2.5G/1G/100M/10M) 10G SFP+: 2 (10G/1G)
IDS/IPS Throughput	3.5 Gbps
Form Factor	Rack mount (1U)
Redundancy	Shadow Mode (VRRP) Gateway Failover DC Power Backup
Security
Firewall & Filtering	Stateful Firewall ✓ Application-Aware Layer 7 Firewall ✓ DPI & Traffic Identification ✓ Zone-Based Firewall (Regions, Domains, Apps) ✓ Content Filtering ✓ Intrusion Prevention (IPS/IDS) ✓ Ad Blocking ✓
IDS/IPS Signatures	55,000+ with CyberSecure
Traffic Segmentation	VLAN/Subnet-based ✓
VPN & SD-WAN
License-Free SD-WAN	✓
Site-to-Site VPN	Site Magic ✓ IPsec ✓ OpenVPN ✓
VPN Server	Identity Endpoint One-Click VPN ✓ Teleport Zero-Configuration VPN ✓ WireGuard ✓ OpenVPN ✓ L2TP ✓
VPN Client	OpenVPN ✓ WireGuard ✓
Networking
Routing	Multi-WAN Load Balancing ✓ Shadow Mode (VRRP) High Availability ✓ Dynamic Routing (OSPF ✓, BGP ✓) Policy-based WAN & VPN Routing ✓
Quality & NAT	Advanced QoS ✓ Advanced NAT (SNAT/DNAT/Masquerade/NAT Pooling/1-to-1 NAT) ✓ Multicast DNS (mDNS) ✓
RADIUS	Integrated RADIUS Server ✓ RADIUS over TLS (RadSec) ✓
Failover & Reporting	Additional Internet Failover with UniFi LTE Backup ✓ Internet Quality & Outage Reporting ✓
Other	MAC Address Table Size: 4,000 Customizable DHCP Server ✓ IPv6 ISP Support ✓ IGMP Proxy ✓
Hardware
NVR Storage	(1) 3.5" NVR HDD bay Built-in 128 GB SSD for Faster Experience
PoE Budget	180W
Max. PoE Wattage per Port	PoE: 15.4W PoE+: 30W
PoE Voltage Range	PoE: 44-57V PoE+: 50-57V
Max. Power Consumption	50W (Excluding PoE Output)
Power Method	(1) Universal AC input, 100–240V AC, 4.4A Max., 50/60 Hz (1) USP-RPS DC input, 52V DC, 3.94A
Power Supply	AC/DC, internal, 240W
Supported Voltage Range	100–240V AC
Processor	Quad-core ARM® Cortex®-A57 at 1.7 GHz
System Memory	4 GB
On-board Storage	16 GB eMMC 128 GB SSD (Integrated)
Weight	5 kg (10.9 lb)
Enclosure Material	Aluminium CNC, SGCC steel
Mount Material	SGCC steel
LCM Display	1.3" touchscreen
Management	Ethernet Bluetooth
LEDs	Ethernet ✓ SFP+ ✓ RPS ✓ PSU ✓ HDD ✓
Button	(1) Factory-reset
ESD/EMP Protection	Air: ± 15kV, contact: ± 8kV
Operating Temperature	-10 to 40° C (14 to 104° F)
Operating Humidity	5 to 95% noncondensing
NDAA Compliant	✓
Certifications	CE, FCC, IC, Anatel, SRRC

 

FAQs

Q: What is the Ubiquiti UDM-SE and what makes it different from the UDM-Pro?
A: The Ubiquiti UDM-SE, or UniFi Dream Machine Special Edition, builds on the UDM-Pro with integrated PoE support, upgraded hardware, and a built-in 128GB SSD for UniFi Protect video storage.

Q: Does the UDM-SE support advanced firewall and security features?
A: Yes, the UDM-SE includes a next-generation firewall, IDS/IPS, and DPI for detailed traffic monitoring, ensuring robust protection against cyber threats.

Q: Can the Ubiquiti UDM-SE manage VPN and SD-WAN connections?
A: The UDM-SE supports client and site-to-site VPNs as well as SD-WAN features, providing secure and reliable connectivity for remote workers and multiple sites.

Q: What are the PoE capabilities of the UDM-SE?
A: The UDM-SE includes built-in Power over Ethernet (PoE) ports, allowing direct powering of UniFi access points, cameras, and other network devices without external injectors or switches.

Q: Is the UDM-SE scalable for growing enterprise networks?
A: Absolutely. The UDM-SE integrates seamlessly with additional UniFi switches, access points, and security devices, making it highly scalable for expanding business needs.

Resources

Guide: UniFi Network for Retail and Hospitality — MS Dist

Guide: Setting Up a Ubiquiti UniFi Network for a Small Office or Business — MS Dist