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TP-Link TL-SG1218MPE 18-port Gigabit PoE+ network switch

SKU CH-998F-YST2H MPN TL-SG1218MPE

An 18‑port Gigabit rackmount switch with 16 PoE+ ports delivering up to 30 W each, a 250 W total budget, two SFP slots and easy smart management for VLAN, QoS and IGMP snooping

  • Switch Typeother
  • FormatRackmount
  • StandardsIEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802
  • Primary Ports16 x RJ45 + 2 x SFP
  • Primary Port Speed10/100/1000Mbps
  • Primary Port Type16 x 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 Ports (Auto Negotiation/Auto MDI/
  • 16 PoE+ ports deliver up to 30W each with 250W total budget
  • 2 combo SFP slots plus 2 non-PoE gigabit ports for flexible uplinks
  • Easy smart management via web UI and configuration utility for simple network control
  • PoE auto recovery reboots unresponsive powered devices without manual intervention
  • Port priority protection disables lower-priority ports when power budget is exceeded

18-port Gigabit PoE+ switch for small business

This rack-mountable switch provides sixteen PoE+ RJ45 ports and two Gigabit SFP slots for fibre uplinks. It delivers up to 30 watts per port with a 250 watt total power budget. The 10/100/1000 Mbps ports auto-negotiate speed and MDI/MDIX. A web-based interface and smart utility give easy smart management features including VLAN, QoS, IGMP snooping and link aggregation.

Upgrade from unmanaged PoE switches

Replaces basic unmanaged PoE switches when you need traffic segmentation, priority queuing or multicast optimisation. The jump is worth it when IP cameras, access points or VoIP phones require guaranteed bandwidth and isolated broadcast domains. It also adds fibre uplink flexibility for longer runs between cabinets. Not for networks that need Layer 3 routing, advanced security policies or more than 32 simultaneous VLANs.

Straightforward rack installation

Mounts in a standard 19-inch rack using the included brackets and operates from 100 to 240 volt AC power. PoE auto-recovery reboots unresponsive powered devices without manual intervention. Port priority protects the budget by disabling lower-priority ports when demand reaches 250 watts. Ensure adequate ventilation as the unit draws up to 217 watts with full PoE load. No software installation is required for basic plug-and-play operation.

Highlights

  • 16 PoE+ ports deliver up to 30W each with 250W total budget
  • 2 combo SFP slots plus 2 non-PoE gigabit ports for flexible uplinks
  • Easy smart management via web UI and configuration utility for simple network control
  • PoE auto recovery reboots unresponsive powered devices without manual intervention
  • Port priority protection disables lower-priority ports when power budget is exceeded

Specifications

BrandTP-Link
ModelTL-SG1218MPE
Switch Typeother
FormatRackmount
StandardsIEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3at, IEEE 802.1q, IEEE 802.1p
Primary Ports16 x RJ45 + 2 x SFP
Primary Port Speed10/100/1000Mbps
Primary Port Type16 x 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 Ports (Auto Negotiation/Auto MDI/MDIX)
2 x Gigabit SFP Ports
MAC Address Table8K
VLAN SupportSupport up to 32 VLANs simultaneously (out of 4K VLAN IDs)
MTU/Port/Tag VLAN
Jumbo Frames9KB
PoEYes
Power100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz
18.73 W (220/50Hz. no PD connected)
217.22 W (220/50Hz. with 192W PD connected)
Dimensions17.30" x 7.10" x 1.70"
Weight6.7
TemperatureOperating Temperature: 0°C~50°C (32°F~122°F)
Storage Temperature: -40°C~70°C (-40°F~158°F)
HumidityOperating Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing
Storage Humidity: 5%~90% non-condensing
Shipping weight3.18 kg
Package size533 × 254 × 81 mm

Questions about this item

What rack depth and height does the 17.30 x 7.10 x 1.70 inch chassis need?

The switch fits a standard 19 inch rack and occupies 1U of vertical space; allow at least 7.10 inches of clear depth behind the mounting ears for the chassis and cable bend radius.

Which step do installers most often skip when enabling PoE+ on the 16 RJ45 ports?

After connecting powered devices, log into the web interface or smart utility and assign port priority so the switch knows which ports to keep alive if the 250W budget is exceeded.

How do I know when the internal fan or power supply needs service?

Monitor the operating temperature through the web UI; if it approaches the 50°C limit or the fan noise changes pitch, plan a cleaning or replacement before the unit throttles.

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