Description
8-Port PoE+ Gigabit Easy Smart Switch with 123W Budget, SFP Uplink and PoE Auto Recovery
The TP-Link TL-SG1210MPE is a 10-port Gigabit Easy Smart switch that combines eight 802.3at PoE+ ports, a 123W total power budget, a combo Gigabit SFP/RJ45 uplink port, and essential smart management features — including VLAN, QoS, IGMP Snooping, and PoE Auto Recovery — in a compact, fanless desktop form factor. With web-based management and the Easy Smart Configuration Utility, it's a capable, low-noise solution for small to medium CCTV installations, multi-AP Wi-Fi deployments, and business networks across Australia that need more than a basic unmanaged PoE switch.
Key Features
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8× PoE+ Ports (802.3af/at, Ports 1–8): Power IP cameras, wireless access points, VoIP phones, and other PoE/PoE+ devices at up to 30W per port via a single Ethernet cable.
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123W Total PoE Budget: One of the highest PoE budgets in the Easy Smart category — supports a full mix of PoE and PoE+ devices simultaneously with significant headroom.
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1× Combo Gigabit SFP/RJ45 Port (Port 10): Flexible uplink port accepts either a standard RJ45 Gigabit connection or a Gigabit SFP module for fibre uplinks to a core switch or NVR.
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PoE Auto Recovery: Automatically detects and restarts unresponsive PoE devices (such as frozen IP cameras) by cycling power — reducing the need for manual on-site intervention.
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VLAN Support (802.1Q, Port-based, MTU): Segment camera traffic, staff devices, and guest networks onto separate logical networks for improved security and performance.
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QoS (Port-based, 802.1p, DSCP): 4 priority queues with rate limiting and storm control — prioritises latency-sensitive traffic such as IP camera streams and VoIP calls.
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IGMP Snooping (V1/V2/V3): Optimises multicast traffic for IP camera streams and IPTV, reducing unnecessary bandwidth consumption across the network.
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Static Link Aggregation: Bond multiple ports for increased bandwidth and redundancy between the switch and an upstream device.
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Web-Based Management: Configure and monitor via a web browser or the Easy Smart Configuration Utility — no CLI or advanced networking knowledge required.
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Fanless & Silent: Completely silent operation — suitable for offices, reception areas, and home installations.
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20 Gbps Switching Capacity: Non-blocking fabric handles simultaneous full-speed traffic across all 10 ports.
Common Use Cases
- Small to medium CCTV installations with up to 8 IP cameras and PoE Auto Recovery for unattended reliability
- Multi-AP Wi-Fi deployments with VLAN separation between staff and guest networks
- Small business networks requiring both PoE+ and basic traffic management in one device
- VoIP phone deployments needing PoE+ power and QoS prioritisation for call quality
- Fibre uplink installations using the combo SFP port to connect to a fibre backbone switch
- Upgrading from an unmanaged PoE switch to gain VLAN, QoS, and PoE Auto Recovery
Technical Specifications
| Model |
TL-SG1210MPE |
| Total Ports |
10 (9× Gigabit RJ45 + 1× Combo SFP/RJ45) |
| PoE+ Ports |
8× (Ports 1–8), IEEE 802.3af/at |
| Max PoE Per Port |
30W (802.3at) |
| Total PoE Budget |
123W |
| Uplink Port |
1× Combo Gigabit SFP/RJ45 (Port 10) |
| Switching Capacity |
20 Gbps |
| Packet Forwarding Rate |
14.88 Mpps |
| MAC Address Table |
4K |
| Jumbo Frame |
16KB |
| QoS |
Port-based, 802.1p, DSCP — 4 priority queues, rate limiting, storm control |
| VLAN |
802.1Q Tag VLAN, Port-based VLAN, MTU VLAN |
| IGMP Snooping |
V1/V2/V3 |
| Link Aggregation |
Static Link Aggregation |
| PoE Auto Recovery |
Yes |
| Management |
Web UI, Easy Smart Configuration Utility |
| Fan |
Fanless (silent) |
| Power Supply |
External adapter — 53.5V DC / 2.43A |
| Max Power Consumption |
7.66W (no PD) / 141.54W (full PoE load) |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) |
209 × 126 × 26mm |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the TL-SG1210MPE and the TL-SG108PE?
The TL-SG1210MPE has 10 ports (8 PoE+ + 1 RJ45 + 1 combo SFP/RJ45), a 123W PoE budget, PoE Auto Recovery, IGMP Snooping, Static Link Aggregation, and a 16KB jumbo frame. The TL-SG108PE has 8 ports (4 PoE + 4 standard RJ45), a 55W budget, and no SFP port or PoE Auto Recovery. Choose the TL-SG1210MPE for larger PoE deployments requiring more ports, higher power budget, fibre uplink capability, and PoE Auto Recovery.
What is PoE Auto Recovery and why does it matter for CCTV?
PoE Auto Recovery monitors connected PoE devices and automatically cycles power to any device that stops responding — effectively rebooting a frozen IP camera or access point without requiring a site visit. For unattended CCTV installations, this is a significant reliability feature that reduces maintenance callouts and ensures cameras stay online.
Can I use the SFP port for a fibre uplink?
Yes. Port 10 is a combo SFP/RJ45 port that accepts either a standard RJ45 Gigabit connection or a Gigabit SFP module for fibre uplinks. This allows the switch to connect to a fibre backbone switch or NVR over single-mode or multi-mode fibre — useful in installations where the switch is located far from the core network.
How many PoE cameras can I connect and what is the power budget?
Up to 8 IP cameras can be connected via the PoE+ ports (Ports 1–8). The total shared PoE budget is 123W. For example, 8 cameras drawing 15W each would use 120W — just within the 123W budget. For higher-power PTZ cameras or PoE+ APs, calculate your total load carefully to stay within budget.
Is it managed or unmanaged?
The TL-SG1210MPE is an Easy Smart switch — it provides a web-based management interface for configuring VLANs, QoS, IGMP Snooping, Link Aggregation, and PoE Auto Recovery without the complexity of a fully managed switch. It's ideal for installers and small business owners who need more control than an unmanaged switch but don't require enterprise-level CLI management.
Does it work out of the box without configuration?
Yes. The TL-SG1210MPE works as a standard plug-and-play switch out of the box — all devices connected will communicate normally without any setup. Smart features such as VLAN, QoS, and PoE Auto Recovery are only applied when you choose to configure them via the web interface.
