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A black metal network switch with 16 RJ45 ports and 2 SFP slots on the front panel

TP-Link

TP-Link TL-SG2218 16-Port Gigabit Smart Managed Switch with 2 SFP Slots

SKU CH-3SKH-G7SYS MPN TL-SG2218

16-port Gigabit smart managed switch with two SFP slots and Omada SDN integration

  • 16 gigabit RJ45 ports plus 2 SFP slots deliver 18 high-speed connections
  • Omada SDN integration enables zero-touch provisioning and centralised cloud management
  • Static routing improves internal traffic efficiency across the network
  • L2/L3/L4 QoS with IGMP snooping prioritises voice and video streams
  • Advanced security suite includes 802.1X, ACL, IP-MAC-Port binding and DoS defence

18-Port Gigabit Switch with SFP

The TP-Link TL-SG2218 is a smart managed switch delivering 16 RJ45 ports and 2 SFP slots for fibre uplinks. It runs on the Omada SDN platform for centralised cloud or hardware-controller management. Static routing, L2/L3/L4 QoS and IGMP snooping optimise voice and video traffic. Security features include IP-MAC-Port binding, ACLs, 802.1X and DHCP snooping.

Small business networks needing managed Layer 2+

This switch suits offices that want VLANs, link aggregation and robust security without a full Layer 3 core. It fits administrators who prefer web, CLI or app-based control through a single pane of glass. Buyers requiring PoE power for phones or cameras should look elsewhere, as this model supplies data only. Environments needing 10 GbE uplinks or stacking will need a different platform.

16 RJ45 ports plus 2 SFP slots

The port count and uplink flexibility are the primary constraints when selecting this switch. Eighteen gigabit interfaces allow dense copper connectivity with fibre uplinks for distance or isolation. If the design calls for more copper ports, fibre ports or PoE budget, this specific model will not meet the requirement. Verify the SFP transceiver type matches the planned fibre link before ordering.

Highlights

  • 16 gigabit RJ45 ports plus 2 SFP slots deliver 18 high-speed connections
  • Omada SDN integration enables zero-touch provisioning and centralised cloud management
  • Static routing improves internal traffic efficiency across the network
  • L2/L3/L4 QoS with IGMP snooping prioritises voice and video streams
  • Advanced security suite includes 802.1X, ACL, IP-MAC-Port binding and DoS defence

Specifications

BrandTP-Link
ModelTL-SG2218
Shipping weight2.42 kg
Package size480 × 257 × 80 mm

Questions about this item

What comes with the TL-SG2218 and do I need to buy SFP modules separately?

The switch includes 16 RJ45 ports and 2 SFP slots. SFP transceivers are not included and must be purchased separately for fibre uplinks.

Should I choose the 16-port RJ45 version or a model with more SFP slots?

This model provides 16 RJ45 ports and 2 SFP slots for a total of 18 gigabit ports. Select it when you need many copper connections plus two fibre uplinks.

What does the 18-port gigabit rating mean for actual throughput in my network?

Each of the 18 ports runs at up to 1000 Mbps full-duplex, giving 2 Gbps per active link. The non-blocking fabric handles all ports at line rate simultaneously.

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