Unmanaged Switch TP-Link TL-SG116P 16-Port Gigabit Desktop Switch with PoE+

The TP-Link TL-SG116P 16-Port Gigabit Desktop Switch with PoE+ is an unmanaged network switch designed for small office and home networking environments. It provides sixteen Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) RJ-45 ports with Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) capability, full duplex operation on each port and a switching capacity of 32 Gbit/s. The device supports standard Ethernet protocols including IEEE 802.1Q and IEEE 802.3 family standards and features an 8000-entry MAC address table. Its compact, black enclosure is suitable for desktop placement or wall mounting and operates from a 9V DC input voltage.

Advantages

The TL-SG116P delivers reliable, unmanaged gigabit connectivity across 16 ports while simplifying power delivery to connected devices via PoE+. With full duplex support and a 32 Gbit/s switching capacity, it handles simultaneous high-speed transfers without configuration. The built-in MAC address table and compliance with common IEEE standards ensure interoperability with existing network equipment. Its desktop form factor and wall-mountable design provide flexible installation options in constrained spaces.

Suitable for

• Small office or branch networks requiring multiple Gigabit ports
• PoE-powered devices such as access points, IP cameras and VoIP phones
• Wiring closets or desktop deployments where unmanaged plug-and-play operation is preferred
• Environments requiring IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging compatibility with other equipment

Key specifications

• Port count: 16 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports (10/100/1000)
• PoE capability: PoE+ support (Power over Ethernet Plus) on designated ports
• Switching capacity: 32 Gbit/s
• MAC address table size: 8000 entries
• Duplex mode: Full duplex per port
• Networking standards: IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.1p
• Form factor: Desktop with wall-mountable option
• Colour: Black
• Power input: 9V DC

How to use

Place the TL-SG116P on a stable desktop surface or mount it on a wall using appropriate fasteners. Connect the switch to your network by linking its uplink port to a router or core switch using a Cat5e or higher Ethernet cable. Plug PoE-capable devices into the PoE+ capable ports to deliver both data and power over a single Ethernet cable; non-PoE devices can be connected to any port for data only. Provide power to the switch via the specified 9V DC power adapter, then verify link/activity LEDs for each port to confirm successful connections. No configuration is required for basic operation.

Recommendations

For reliable PoE delivery, use quality Ethernet cables (Cat5e or higher) and ensure the total power budget of connected PoE devices does not exceed the switch’s available PoE power. Place the switch in a well-ventilated area, avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures, and keep firmware and connected device configurations managed at the network level when additional features or security controls are required.