The TP-Link TL-SG1218MPE is a high-performance 16-port Gigabit Easy Smart PoE+ switch designed for small to medium business networks. Featuring 16 PoE+ capable 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 ports alongside 2 combo Gigabit SFP slots, this switch delivers robust connectivity and flexible fiber uplink options. It supports IEEE 802.3af/at standards, providing up to 30 W per PoE port with a total PoE power budget of 192 W, ideal for IP cameras, wireless access points, and VoIP phones.

Powered by advanced Layer 2 management features such as IGMP Snooping (V1/V2/V3), VLAN support for up to 32 simultaneous VLANs, static link aggregation, port mirroring, and cable diagnostics, the TL-SG1218MPE enhances network efficiency and security. Quality of Service (QoS) is optimized with port-based 802.1p/DSCP priority, four priority queues, rate limiting, and storm control for smooth and reliable data streaming and video monitoring.

The switch is easy to manage via an intuitive web-based GUI or the Easy Smart Configuration Utility, offering intelligent PoE power management including port priority and automatic recovery to prevent overloads. Its durable 1U 19-inch rack-mountable metal chassis ensures seamless integration in server rooms, while dual cooling fans maintain optimal thermal performance under heavy loads.

Key benefits:

• Powerful 36 Gbps switching capacity with a 26.78 million packets per second forwarding rate


• Large 8K MAC address table and 4.1 Mbit packet buffer memory for high traffic handling


• Jumbo frame support up to 10 KB enables efficient large data transfers


• Physical security lock for additional device protection


• Universal power input (100-240V AC) and energy-efficient design