EdgeRouters

EdgeRouters are a line of highly reliable and affordable routers developed by Ubiquiti Inc. They are designed for professional users, particularly those who require advanced routing and firewall capabilities in a small to medium-sized business or enterprise environment. EdgeRouters are known for their robust performance, feature-rich EdgeOS operating system, and the ability to handle significant network traffic.

The EdgeOS firmware provides a comprehensive suite of routing features, including support for advanced networking protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and MPLS. It also offers powerful firewall capabilities, VPN support (IPsec, OpenVPN, L2TP), and quality of service (QoS) management. The user interface is typically accessed via a web browser, offering both a graphical view and a command-line interface (CLI) for more in-depth configuration and scripting.

EdgeRouters come in various models, each with different port configurations, processing power, and throughput capacities. This allows users to select a device that best suits their specific network size and performance requirements. Common models include the EdgeRouter Lite, known for its affordability and performance, and the EdgeRouter Pro, which offers higher port density and throughput. Their compact size and fanless designs in many models make them suitable for various deployment scenarios. The focus on open standards and powerful hardware makes EdgeRouters a popular choice for network professionals seeking flexibility and control.