TP-Link SG3218XP-M2 Omada SDN 16 Port PoE+ 2.5GbE Managed Switch 10GbE

TP-Link SG3218XP-M2 Omada SDN 16 Port PoE+ 2.5GbE Managed Switch 10GbE

Omada 16-Port 2.5G and 2-Port 10GE SFP+ L2+ Managed Switch with 8-Port PoE+ (SG3218XP-M2) • 2.5G Ports for WiFi 7/6E/6: 8× 2.5 Gbps PoE+ ports & 8× 2.5 Gbps Non-PoE ports smash the 2.5G barrier and unlock the full potential of WiFi 7/6E/6 APs. • 10G Lightning-Fast Uplink: 2× 10 Gbps SFP+ slots enable high-bandwidth connectivity and non-blocking switching capacity. • 240 W PoE Budget: 8× 802.3at/af-compliant PoE+ ports with a total power supply of 250 W*. • Integrated into Omada SDN: Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP)**, Centralised Cloud Management, and Intelligent Monitoring. • Centralised Management: Cloud access and Omada app for ultra convenience and easy management. • Static Routing: Helps route internal traffic for more efficient use of network resources. • Robust Security Strategies: IP-MAC-Port Binding, ACL, Port Security, DoS Defend, Storm control, DHCP Snooping, 802.1X, Radius Authentication, and more. • Optimise Voice and Video Applications: L2/L3/L4 QoS and IGMP snooping.

Specifications

TP-Link SG3218XP-M2 Omada SDN 16-Port PoE+ 2.5GbE Managed Switch with 10GbE

Description

The TP-Link SG3218XP-M2 Omada SDN 16-Port PoE+ 2.5GbE Managed Switch with 10GbE is a high-performance, scalable networking solution designed to meet the growing demands of modern businesses, data centers, and enterprise networks. Equipped with 16 PoE+ (Power over Ethernet Plus) ports, 2.5GbE speeds, and 2x 10GbE SFP+ ports for fiber connectivity, this managed switch is ideal for powering network devices while delivering fast, reliable data transmission.

Seamlessly integrated with TP-Link’s Omada Software-Defined Networking (SDN) platform, the SG3218XP-M2 allows businesses to manage, configure, and monitor their network infrastructure from a cloud-based interface. The advanced Layer 2+ features, including VLAN support, Quality of Service (QoS), link aggregation, and security protocols, give businesses full control over network traffic and performance.

The SG3218XP-M2 is built to support high-bandwidth applications, providing efficient power delivery for PoE-enabled devices like IP cameras, access points, and VoIP phones while ensuring ultra-fast data transfer over 2.5GbE and 10GbE fiber links. Whether you’re building a network from scratch or upgrading your existing infrastructure, this switch offers the performance, flexibility, and scalability your business needs.

Key Features

• 16 PoE+ Ports with 2.5GbE Speeds: The SG3218XP-M2 features 16 Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE+ (up to 30W per port), allowing businesses to power PoE-enabled devices like IP cameras, access points, and phones directly through the Ethernet cable. The 2.5GbE speeds provide faster data transfer, improving network performance for bandwidth-hungry applications.
  
• 2 SFP+ 10GbE Ports: The 2x SFP+ 10GbE ports provide ultra-fast, low-latency fiber connectivity for long-distance network connections or high-speed data transmission between devices. These ports ensure that your business is ready to handle high-bandwidth requirements and future-proof your network for scalability.
  
• Omada SDN Integration: The SG3218XP-M2 integrates seamlessly with TP-Link’s Omada SDN platform, providing cloud-based centralized management. This platform allows businesses to monitor, configure, and manage their entire network infrastructure from anywhere, improving network visibility, performance, and troubleshooting.
  
• Layer 2+ Managed Switch: As a Layer 2+ managed switch, the SG3218XP-M2 offers advanced features such as VLAN support, QoS, port aggregation, and static routing. These features enable businesses to control network traffic, prioritize critical applications, and ensure efficient use of available bandwidth.
  
• Advanced Security Features: The SG3218XP-M2 includes security features such as Access Control Lists (ACLs), 802.1X authentication, and port security to protect the network from unauthorized access and cyber threats, ensuring sensitive business data remains secure.
  
• Energy-Efficient Design: Designed to minimize power consumption, the SG3218XP-M2 helps businesses lower operational costs while maintaining high performance. PoE+ functionality helps power devices through the Ethernet cable, reducing the need for separate power adapters and improving overall energy efficiency.
  

Benefits

• PoE+ for Simplified Device Deployment: The SG3218XP-M2 offers PoE+ support on all 16 Ethernet ports, allowing businesses to power PoE-enabled devices such as access points, IP cameras, and phones directly through the network cable. This reduces installation complexity and eliminates the need for additional power sources.
  
• 2.5GbE and 10GbE for High-Speed Connectivity: The 2.5GbE Ethernet ports ensure that businesses can handle high-bandwidth applications with minimal latency, while the 10GbE SFP+ ports allow for ultra-fast fiber connections between devices, providing future-proof scalability and supporting data-heavy tasks such as cloud access and large file transfers.
  
• Centralized Management with Omada SDN: Integration with Omada SDN offers businesses a cloud-based platform to manage their entire network from anywhere. This simplifies network monitoring, configuration, and troubleshooting, providing greater control and reducing the complexity of managing large networks.
  
• Optimized Traffic Management: With features like VLAN support, QoS, and port aggregation, the SG3218XP-M2 helps businesses optimize traffic flow, prioritize mission-critical applications, and ensure that bandwidth is used effectively across the network.
  
• Robust Network Security: The SG3218XP-M2 provides advanced security features such as ACLs, port security, and 802.1X authentication, ensuring that only authorized devices can access the network and protecting sensitive business data from unauthorized access.
  
• Energy Efficiency: The energy-efficient design of the SG3218XP-M2 reduces operating costs while maintaining high-performance network connectivity. The PoE+ support eliminates the need for separate power supplies, streamlining installations and reducing power consumption.
  

Why Choose the TP-Link SG3218XP-M2 Omada SDN 16-Port PoE+ 2.5GbE Managed Switch with 10GbE?

The TP-Link SG3218XP-M2 is an excellent choice for businesses that require high-performance, scalable, and secure network connectivity. Here’s why it stands out:

1. PoE+ for Easy Device Deployment: With PoE+ support on all 16 Gigabit Ethernet ports, the SG3218XP-M2 simplifies the deployment of PoE-enabled devices such as wireless access points, IP cameras, and VoIP phones by providing power and data over a single Ethernet cable.
   
2. Future-Proof 2.5GbE and 10GbE Connectivity: The 2.5GbE ports provide faster-than-Gigabit speeds for high-bandwidth applications, while the 10GbE SFP+ ports enable high-speed fiber-optic connectivity for long-range connections and interconnecting network segments.
   
3. Omada SDN for Centralized Control: Integration with Omada SDN allows businesses to manage and monitor their network from a cloud-based platform, streamlining network administration and offering better visibility and control over network performance.
   
4. Layer 2+ Management Features: The SG3218XP-M2’s VLAN support, QoS, and port aggregation features help businesses optimize network traffic, prioritize mission-critical applications, and ensure efficient bandwidth distribution.
   
5. Robust Security: With features like 802.1X authentication, ACLs, and port security, the SG3218XP-M2 ensures that only authorized devices can access the network, providing enhanced protection against unauthorized access and cyber threats.
   
6. Energy Efficiency: The energy-efficient design reduces power consumption and operational costs while delivering optimal performance. PoE+ support further eliminates the need for additional power adapters, improving installation efficiency.