The TP-Link TL-SG1218MPE 18-Port Gigabit Easy Smart PoE Switch is a high-performing, cost-effective network switch designed for small and medium businesses, professional CCTV installations, offices, and WiFi deployments. With 16 PoE Gigabit ports, 2 additional Gigabit uplink ports, and a generous 230W total PoE power budget, it delivers the ideal balance of power, performance, and simplicity. Official TP-Link Product Page: View PoE switches at Wavetech Kenya: 16× PoE Ports with 230W High Power Budget The TL-SG1218MPE supports 802.3af/at PoE across 16 Gigabit ports, offering up to 30W per port and a total of 230W. This makes it ideal for powering: IP CCTV cameras Wireless access points VoIP phones Door access systems Smart home/office devices Its high PoE budget makes it suitable for large surveillance networks in apartments, malls, schools, and office buildings. Explore IP cameras supported by this switch: Full Gigabit Performance with 2 Uplink Ports This switch includes: 16× Gigabit PoE Ports 2× Gigabit Uplink Ports The uplink ports ensure stable backhaul connections to: NVRs Core switches Routers Internet gateways This guarantees smooth network performance and reduces bottlenecks. Learn about Gigabit switching: Easy Smart Management Features The TL-SG1218MPE is part of TP-Link’s Easy Smart Switch series, offering simplified web-based management with essential features such as: VLAN (Port-based & 802.1Q) QoS (Quality of Service) PoE Auto Recovery Port Mirroring Loop Prevention IGMP Snooping (for multicast optimization) This allows small businesses to gain enterprise-like functionality without the complexity of fully managed switches. Explore managed switches at Wavetech: PoE Auto Recovery & Intelligent Protection The switch automatically detects non-responsive PoE devices (such as cameras) and reboots them without manual intervention. This is crucial for: Remote CCTV installations Unmanned locations Large surveillance systems It also includes overload protection to safeguard the switch and connected devices. Improved Surveillance & Multimedia Performance Thanks to IGMP Snooping, the switch optimizes IPTV and CCTV multicast traffic. This ensures smoother video streaming and more efficient bandwidth usage across large networks. Browse CCTV NVRs: Energy-Efficient & Reliable Design The TL-SG1218MPE features an energy-efficient design with: Intelligent power-saving Silent operation (fan-based cooling) Durable metal casing Rack-mountable chassis for professional installation It provides long-term reliability for 24/7 operations. Perfect for Businesses, ISPs & CCTV Installers Applications include: Hotel & hospitality WiFi deployments Corporate and SME office networks Apartment CCTV solutions ISP wireless distribution School and campus networks Retail shops and malls Wavetech offers complete installation solutions:
