TP-Link TL-SG1016D 16-port Gigabit network switch
A 16-port Gigabit unmanaged switch with a metal case, fanless operation and energy-efficient technology that cuts power use by up to 40%
- Product formatDesktop/Rackmount
- Supported standardsIEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.3ab, IEEE802.3x
- Management typeUnmanaged
- Uplink ports16
- Uplink portsRJ45
- Main ports16 x RJ45
Configuration 16 port Gigabit Desktop
- 16 port 10/100 Desktop$28.99
- 16 port Gigabit Desktop$64.99
- 24 port Gigabit Desktop$93.99
- 16 Gigabit ports expand network capacity instantly
- Plug-and-play setup requires no configuration
- Fanless metal chassis ensures silent operation
- Energy-efficient design cuts power use by 40%
- Auto MDI/MDIX removes need for crossover cables
16-Port Gigabit Unmanaged Switch
The TP-Link TL-SG1016D is a metal-cased Layer 2 switch with sixteen 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 ports. It operates without configuration and uses store-and-forward switching with 10 KB jumbo frame support. Innovative energy-efficient technology reduces power consumption by up to 40 percent. The fanless design ensures silent operation in office or server-room environments.
Suits Small Offices Needing Silent Density
This switch fits networks that require sixteen Gigabit connections in a compact desktop or rackmount form factor without fan noise. It is not for administrators who need VLANs, QoS, link aggregation or any Layer 3 routing features. Buyers requiring Power over Ethernet for cameras or access points must choose a different model. Environments exceeding 40 °C ambient temperature are outside the rated operating range.
Sixteen Auto-Negotiation Gigabit Ports
Every port supports 10/100/1000 Mbps auto-negotiation and Auto MDI/MDIX, removing the need for crossover cables. MAC address auto-learning and auto-aging handle traffic forwarding automatically. IEEE 802.3x flow control manages full-duplex congestion while backpressure handles half-duplex links. The non-blocking architecture forwards and filters packets at wire speed across all sixteen ports simultaneously.
How it compares
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- Price $64.99
- Cheaper than about 86% of the 2,759 comparable items (median $482.99).
Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | TP-Link |
| Model name | TL-SG1016D |
| Connectivity | |
| Supported standards | IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.3ab, IEEE802.3x |
| Management type | Unmanaged |
| Main port speed | 10/100/1000 Mbit/s |
| Switching mode | Store and Forward |
| Jumbo frame support | 10 KB |
| Supported protocols | TCP/IP |
| Layer support | 2 Only |
| Ports & slots | |
| Uplink ports | 16 |
| Main ports | 16 x RJ45 |
| Power | |
| Power over Ethernet | No |
| Power details | 100 to 240VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Size & build | |
| Product dimensions | 11.6 in × 7.1 in × 1.7 in |
| Shipping weight | 2.16 kg |
| Package size | 401 × 251 × 81 mm |
| In the box | |
| In the box | 16-Port Gigabit Switch Power Cord User Guide |
| Environment & compliance | |
| Temperature range | 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) |
| Humidity range | 10% - 90%, Non-condensing |
| More details | |
| Product format | Desktop/Rackmount |
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Questions about this item
Does the TL-SG1016D fit in a standard rack or sit on a desk?
The switch measures 11.6" x 7.1" x 1.7" and weighs 4.88, supporting both desktop and rackmount placement.
What is the correct way to connect cables so the 16 RJ45 ports negotiate speed automatically?
Plug each device into any of the 16 RJ45 ports; Auto MDI/MDIX and auto-negotiation handle crossover and 10/100/1000M detection without configuration.
Which parts might need attention after the switch has run continuously in a 0°C to 40°C environment?
The fanless, metal chassis has no moving parts to replace; keep vents clear and operate within the 0°C to 40°C range for long-term reliability.
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