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TP-Link TL-SG1218MP 18-port Gigabit PoE+ network switch

SKU CH-D9FS-G0Y2H MPN TL-SG1218MP

An 18-port Gigabit switch with 16 PoE+ ports delivering up to 30W each and a 250W total budget, plus two SFP slots for fibre uplinks

  • Product formatDesktop
  • Supported standardsPassive PoE
  • Network cablingPoE
  • Management typeUnmanaged
  • Uplink ports8
  • Uplink portsRJ45
  • 18-port Gigabit switch with 16 PoE+ ports for flexible device connectivity
  • 250 W total PoE budget powers IP cameras, access points and phones
  • Plug-and-play unmanaged design requires no software configuration
  • QoS and IGMP Snooping prioritise voice and video traffic automatically
  • Durable metal casing with professional heat dissipation ensures reliable operation

18-port PoE+ switch for IP deployments

The TP-Link TL-SG1218MP delivers 16 Gigabit PoE+ ports compliant with 802.3af/at standards, each supplying up to 30W. A total power budget of 250W supports multiple IP cameras, access points and VoIP phones simultaneously. Two additional Gigabit RJ45 ports and two combo SFP slots provide flexible uplink options for core network connections. Unmanaged operation means the switch works immediately without any software configuration.

Sustained load with intelligent power management

Under continuous demand the switch monitors total consumption against the 250W budget. When connected devices draw more power than the budget allows, intelligent management automatically disables lower-priority ports to keep critical endpoints running. Port-based 802.1p/DSCP QoS and IGMP Snooping prioritise latency-sensitive voice and video streams during heavy traffic. The 768KB buffer and 1000 Mbps forwarding rate maintain wire-speed throughput across all active ports.

Silent metal chassis with wide temperature range

A sturdy metal enclosure acts as a heatsink, allowing fanless operation that produces no audible noise in office or rack environments. The design supports a wide operating temperature range for reliable performance in varied conditions. Desktop or rackmount installation is possible with the included hardware. Power is supplied via a standard IEC cord, drawing only what the connected PoE devices require plus the switch's own circuitry.

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Price $129.99
Cheaper than about 75% of the 2,759 comparable items (median $482.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameTP-Link
Product lineProSafe
Part numberTL-SG1218MP
Performance
Forwarding rate1,000 Mbit/s
Memory
Buffer size768 KB
Connectivity
Supported standardsPassive PoE
Network cablingPoE
Management typeUnmanaged
Uplink connection10/100 Mbit/s
Main port speed10/100 Mbit/s + 1,000 Mbit/s
Management accessPoE
SNMP supportNo
Layer support1
Ports & slots
Uplink ports8
Main ports18
Main port typePoE
Power
Total PoE power250 W
Power detailsAC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
Max power draw240 V
Size & build
Product dimensions14.33 in W × 12.83 in H × 9.06 in D
Product weight2.36 kg
Shipping weight2.99 kg
Package size528 × 251 × 81 mm
In the box
In the boxTL-SG1218MP, Installation Guide, Power Cord, Rackmount Kit, Rubber Feet
More details
Product formatDesktop
IPv4 features250 W
Maximum heat dissipation296.3 W

Questions about this item

How much heat does the TL-SG1218MP generate when all 16 PoE+ ports run at 30 W continuously?

The metal casing and professional heat-dissipation design handle the full 250 W PoE budget without active cooling, so the switch stays within its wide operating temperature range even under sustained load.

What cables and devices must I already have to use the 16 PoE+ RJ45 ports and the two combo SFP slots?

You need Cat5e or better Ethernet cables for the 16 gigabit RJ45 ports and compatible SFP transceivers plus fibre patch cords for the two combo SFP slots; all connected devices must accept 802.3af/at PoE or standard gigabit Ethernet.

Will the TL-SG1218MP slow down my existing 10/100 Mbps cameras and printers that I keep on the network?

Each RJ45 port auto-negotiates 10/100/1000 Mbps, so legacy 10/100 devices run at their native speed while gigabit devices use the full 1000 Mbps; QoS and IGMP snooping keep latency-sensitive traffic flowing smoothly.

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