{"product_id":"tp-link-tl-sg1218mp-18-port-gigabit-rackmount-poe-switch-250w","title":"TP-Link TL-SG1218MP 18-Port Gigabit Rackmount PoE+ Switch 250W","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe TP-Link TL-SG1218MP 18-Port Gigabit Rackmount PoE+ Switch 250W is designed for small businesses and installers who need to power and connect multiple devices — such as IP cameras, wireless access points, and IP phones — over a single Ethernet cable without a separate power injector. Its 250 W shared PoE+ budget and Intelligent Power Management make it a practical choice for surveillance, wireless coverage, or VoIP deployments where simplicity and reliability matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 PoE+ ports, up to 30 W each\u003c\/strong\u003e — All 16 RJ45 ports support IEEE 802.3at\/802.3af PoE+, delivering up to 30 W per port to power cameras, access points, and IP phones without separate power adapters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e250 W total PoE power budget\u003c\/strong\u003e — The shared 250 W PoE budget lets you run a mix of high- and lower-powered devices simultaneously across the switch's 16 PoE+ ports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntelligent Power Management prevents overload\u003c\/strong\u003e — When total PoE consumption would exceed 250 W, the switch automatically reduces power to lower-priority ports, keeping high-priority devices online and protecting against power overload.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 Combo Gigabit SFP uplink slots\u003c\/strong\u003e — Two combo SFP slots support both copper and fibre uplinks, giving flexibility when connecting to upstream switches or extending reach via single- or multi-mode fibre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlug \u0026amp; Play — no configuration needed\u003c\/strong\u003e — The switch requires no software setup; simply plug in devices and it begins forwarding traffic immediately, keeping deployment fast and straightforward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRackmount or desktop installation\u003c\/strong\u003e — The included rackmount kit and rubber feet mean it can be fitted into a standard 19-inch rack or placed on a desktop surface, suiting different installation environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eTotal Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e18 (16× PoE+ RJ45 + 2× Combo SFP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003ePoE Power Budget\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e250 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eMax PoE per Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e30 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eSwitching Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e36 Gbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003ePacket Forwarding Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e26.79 Mpps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDesktop \/ Rack Mountable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eDimensions (W × D × H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e440 × 180 × 44 mm (17.3 × 7.1 × 1.7 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eCertifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCE, FCC, RoHS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Compatible with IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) devices drawing up to 30 W per port, such as high-power wireless access points and PTZ IP cameras.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Compatible with IEEE 802.3af (PoE) devices, such as standard IP phones and lower-power IP cameras.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Works with non-PoE wired devices (PCs, printers, IPTV boxes) on any of the 16 RJ45 ports — PoE is only supplied when the connected device negotiates it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Fits a standard 19-inch equipment rack (440 mm wide, 1U height) via the included rackmount kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: SFP slots accept both multi-mode fibre (MMF) and single-mode fibre (SMF) transceivers as well as copper SFP modules, but transceivers are not included and must be sourced separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: The 250 W PoE budget is shared across all 16 PoE+ ports; if all ports are loaded simultaneously with high-power devices, total available power per port will be lower than 30 W. Actual budget may vary due to client limitations and environmental factors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eBest For \/ Trade-offs\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIP camera deployments:\u003c\/b\u003e 16 PoE+ ports at up to 30 W each can power a full small-to-medium surveillance system without separate injectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWireless access point rollouts:\u003c\/b\u003e The 250 W budget supports multiple high-power 802.3at access points from a single switch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSmall business VoIP:\u003c\/b\u003e Simultaneously powers IP phones and provides gigabit data connections across all 16 PoE+ ports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMixed wired networks:\u003c\/b\u003e Supports both PoE and non-PoE devices on the same switch, plus fibre or copper uplinks via the 2 combo SFP slots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSpace-constrained installations:\u003c\/b\u003e 1U rackmount form factor (440 × 180 × 44 mm) suits compact server rooms and network cabinets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrade-offs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManaged or VLAN-configured networks:\u003c\/b\u003e This is an unmanaged switch with no software interface, so it cannot be used where port-based VLANs, QoS configuration, or SNMP monitoring are required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVery high-density PoE deployments:\u003c\/b\u003e With 16 PoE+ ports and a 250 W shared budget, environments needing more than 16 powered devices or a higher aggregate PoE budget will need a higher-capacity switch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNoise-sensitive environments:\u003c\/b\u003e The two cooling fans produce between 45.5 dBA and 48.95 dBA at 50 cm, which may be noticeable in quiet office or home settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHigh-temperature installations:\u003c\/b\u003e The operating temperature ceiling is 50 °C (122 °F); installations in environments that exceed this range are outside the rated specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eTL-SG1218MP is an 18-port Gigabit Desktop\/Rackmount Switch with 16 PoE+ ports. It provides a simple way to expand a wired network by transferring power and data over a single Ethernet Cable. With a total power budget of 250 W*, up to 30 W per port, TL-SG1218MP can power more high-powered devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe TL-SG1218MP is fully compatible with PoE devices, such as IP cameras, access points, and IP phones. It also works with non-PoE wired devices to provide gigabit connections, such as PCs, printers, and IPTV.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen your total power consumption exceeds 250 W, Intelligent Power Management automatically cuts lower priority ports' power to ensure high-priority ports' power supply. This protects the device from power overload operation. It also automatically detects the required PoE power for your device and protects your non-PoE equipment from being damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDurable metal casing and professional heat dissipation design ensure the wide operating temperature (0–50℃) with reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Plug \u0026amp; Play design makes for easy deployment without the need for configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e*PoE budget calculations are based on laboratory testing. Actual PoE power budget is not guaranteed and will vary as a result of client limitations and environmental factors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTP-Link\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTL-SG1218MP V5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCE, FCC, RoHS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDesktop \/ Rack Mountable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSwitch, Installation Guide, Power Cord, Rackmount Kit, Rubber Feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetworking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eStandards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIEEE 802.3, 802.3i, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3z, 802.3af, 802.3at, 802.3x, 802.1p, 802.1q\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eForwarding Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStore-and-Forward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eAUTO Negotiation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eAUTO MDI\/MDIX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eNetwork Media\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e10BASE-T: UTP Cat 3\/4\/5 (max 100 m); 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