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Silver metal rackmount switch with 16 front RJ45 ports

TP-Link

TP-Link TL-SG1016 16-port Gigabit network switch

SKU CH-W7N8-YWM2B MPN TL-SG1016

A 16-port Gigabit Ethernet switch with 32 Gbps switching capacity, fanless metal chassis and plug-and-play setup

  • FormatRackmount
  • StandardsIEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3x
  • Network Management TypeUnmanaged
  • Primary Ports16 x RJ45
  • Primary Port Speed10/100/1000Mbps
  • MAC Address Table8K

Class 16 port Gigabit Rack

  • 16 Gigabit ports enable instant large file transfers
  • 32 Gbps switching capacity delivers full wire-speed throughput
  • Fanless steel chassis ensures silent operation in any rack
  • Plug-and-play design removes all configuration steps
  • IEEE 802.3x flow control prevents packet loss during heavy traffic

16-port Gigabit switch for small networks

The TP-Link TL-SG1016 is an unmanaged 16-port Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for small offices, workgroups and home users who need to move large files quickly. It delivers 10/100/1000 Mbps connectivity on every port with a 32 Gbps switching capacity and an 8K MAC address table. No configuration is required; the unit operates on a plug-and-play basis.

Steel rackmount chassis with fanless cooling

A standard 19-inch rackmountable steel case houses shielded RJ45 ports and supports Auto MDI/MDIX to eliminate crossover cables. The fanless design runs silently within an operating range of 0 to 40 °C, drawing a maximum of 9.26 W at 220 V. IEEE 802.3x flow control and backpressure handle full and half-duplex traffic without blocking.

Upgrades 100 Mbps backbones to full Gigabit

This switch replaces older Fast Ethernet hubs or switches, giving servers and backbone links a direct path to 1000 Mbps throughput. The jump is worth it when CAD, multimedia or large graphics files saturate 100 Mbps links and a managed feature set is not required. It does not serve buyers who need VLAN segmentation or PoE power for connected devices.

Highlights

  • 16 Gigabit ports enable instant large file transfers
  • 32 Gbps switching capacity delivers full wire-speed throughput
  • Fanless steel chassis ensures silent operation in any rack
  • Plug-and-play design removes all configuration steps
  • IEEE 802.3x flow control prevents packet loss during heavy traffic

Specifications

BrandTP-Link
ModelTL-SG1016
FormatRackmount
StandardsIEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3x
Network Management TypeUnmanaged
Primary Ports16 x RJ45
Primary Port Speed10/100/1000Mbps
MAC Address Table8K
Switching MethodStore and Forward
VLAN SupportNo
Jumbo Frames10KB
ProtocolsTCP/IP
PoENo
QoSYes
PowerPower Supply: 100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: Maximum: 9.26W (220V / 50 Hz)
FeaturesInnovative energy-efficient technology saves power consumption
Supports IEEE 802.3x flow control for Full Duplex mode and backpressure for Half Duplex mode
Non-blocking switching architecture forwards and filters packets at full wire-speed for maximum throughput
32 Gbps Switching Capacity
Auto-MDI / MDIX eliminates the need for crossover cables
Supports MAC address auto-learning and auto-aging
Support the port N-Way Auto-Negotiation, Store and Forward
Compact size design for desktops, Rackmountable
Plug and Play design simplifies installation
Dimensions1.70" x 17.30" x 7.10"
Weight5.5
TemperatureOperating Temperature: 0 ~ 40 degree Celsius (32 ~ 104 degree Fahrenheit)
Storage Temperature: -40 ~ 70 degree Celsius (-40 ~ 158 degree Fahrenheit)
HumidityOperating Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing
Storage Humidity: 5% ~ 90% non-condensing
Package Contents16-Port Gigabit Rackmount Switch
Power Cord
Installation Guide
Rackmount Kits
Rubber Feet
Shipping weight2.34 kg
Package size531 × 254 × 81 mm

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Questions about this item

What does the IEEE 802.3ab standard cap the port speed at on this switch?

Each of the 16 RJ45 ports auto-negotiates up to 1000Mbps, the maximum defined by IEEE 802.3ab for Gigabit Ethernet over copper.

What rack space and depth does the TL-SG1016 need to mount?

It fits a standard 19-inch rack, occupies 1U (1.70 inches high) and is 7.10 inches deep.

How do you install the TL-SG1016 and what step is often missed?

Mount the included brackets, secure the switch in the rack, connect the 100-240V AC power cord, then plug in Ethernet cables — no software configuration is required because it is unmanaged.

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