TP-Link TL-SG1008MP TL-SG1016PE TL-SG1218MP TL-SG1218MPE TL-SG1428PE Rackmount Switch Installation Guide

TP-Link installation guide for TL-SG1008MP, TL-SG1016PE, TL-SG1218MP, TL-SG1218MPE and TL-SG1428PE rackmount switches.


TP-Link TL-SG1008MP TL-SG1016PE TL-SG1218MP TL-SG1218MPE TL-SG1428PE Rackmount Switch Installation Guide - cover page
Brand
TP-Link
Category
Network Switches
Document type
Installation Guide
Language
English
Pages
24
File format
PDF
File size
5.2 MB
Published
09 November, 2026
Updated
09 November, 2026
MD5 checksum
18A29CD54528F8ADF3AFDBF5969481D3

About this manual

This TP-Link Installation Guide describes the hardware characteristics, installation methods and points to observe during installation of Unmanaged/Easy Smart Rackmountable Switches. It is organized into Introduction, Installation and Connection chapters, with appendices for Troubleshooting and Hardware Specifications.

The guide covers external components, appearance, package contents, safety precautions, installation tools and product installation. It also describes Ethernet and SFP port connection, verification, power-on, initialization and accessing the switch. The listed PoE models are TL-SG1008MP, TL-SG1016PE, TL-SG1218MP, TL-SG1218MPE and TL-SG1428PE; their PoE ports detect and power PDs compliant with IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at.

What's inside

  • Product Overview
  • Appearance
  • Package Contents
  • Safety Precautions
  • Product Installation
  • Ethernet Port
  • SFP Port
  • Verify Installation
  • Troubleshooting
  • Hardware Specifications

Specifications

StandardsIEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x
Transmission Medium1000Base-T: 4-pair UTP/STP of Cat. 5e or above, maximum 100 m (except TL-SF1016/TL-SF1016DS/TL-SF1024/TL-SF1024D/TL-SF1048)
Operating Temperature (TL-SG1008MP, TL-SG1218MP, TL-SG1218MPE, TL-SG1428PE)0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Operating Temperature (other switches)0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage Temperature-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Operating Humidity10% to 90% RH, non-condensing
Storage Humidity5% to 90% RH, non-condensing

Frequently asked questions

Which models are identified as Power Sourcing Equipment in this guide?

TL-SG1008MP, TL-SG1016PE, TL-SG1218MP, TL-SG1218MPE and TL-SG1428PE are identified as Power Sourcing Equipment.

What PoE standards do the powered ports support?

They automatically detect and supply power to powered devices that comply with IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at.

What is the storage temperature range?

-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F).

What operating temperature applies to TL-SG1008MP, TL-SG1218MP, TL-SG1218MPE and TL-SG1428PE?

0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F).

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