{"product_id":"tp-link-tl-sg2218p-jetstream-18-port-gigabit-smart-switch-16-port-poe-plus","title":"TP-Link TL-SG2218P JetStream 18-Port Gigabit Smart Switch with 16-Port PoE+","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTP-Link TL-SG2218P – JetStream 18-Port Gigabit Smart Switch with 16-Port PoE+\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe TP-Link TL-SG2218P is an 18-port Gigabit JetStream smart switch with PoE+ on all 16 RJ45 ports and two Gigabit SFP uplink slots. With a 150W PoE budget, Omada SDN integration including Zero-Touch Provisioning, static routing, L2\/L3\/L4 QoS, and a comprehensive security feature set, it’s a capable Layer 2+ managed switch for professional IP camera installations, enterprise Wi-Fi deployments, and small to medium business networks across Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16 × Gigabit PoE+ Ports (IEEE 802.3af\/at):\u003c\/strong\u003e All 16 RJ45 ports deliver up to 30W each for IP cameras, wireless APs, VoIP phones, and access control devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e150W Total PoE Budget:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generous shared PoE budget for powering multiple high-draw devices simultaneously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 × Gigabit SFP Slots:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fibre or long-distance uplink connections to a core switch, router, or distribution layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOmada SDN Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully integrated into the TP-Link Omada Software Defined Networking ecosystem for centralised cloud management via the OC200, OC300, or Omada Cloud Controller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP):\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatically adopts and configures the switch from the Omada controller without on-site manual setup — ideal for remote or multi-site deployments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStatic Routing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Routes internal traffic between VLANs and subnets for more efficient use of network resources without a dedicated router.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eL2\/L3\/L4 QoS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prioritises voice, video, and latency-sensitive traffic at multiple layers for consistent performance across IP cameras, VoIP, and data traffic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIGMP Snooping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimises multicast traffic delivery for IP camera streams and IPTV across the network.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobust Security:\u003c\/strong\u003e IP-MAC-Port Binding, ACL, Port Security, DoS Defence, Storm Control, DHCP Snooping, 802.1X, and RADIUS authentication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIPv6 Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual IPv4\/IPv6 stack, MLD snooping, and IPv6 neighbour discovery for future-ready network deployments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentralised Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Managed via Omada Cloud, Omada app, or standalone web interface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal Use Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePowering and connecting up to 16 IP cameras in a professional CCTV installation with centralised Omada management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDeploying multiple wireless access points across an office, campus, or hospitality venue with PoE power and Omada SDN control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmall to medium business networks requiring a managed PoE switch with VLAN segmentation, QoS, and security policies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMulti-site deployments using Zero-Touch Provisioning for remote switch configuration without on-site IT staff.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMixed PoE environments combining IP cameras, VoIP phones, access control devices, and wireless APs on a single managed switch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n    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solid #ddd;\"\u003eIEEE 802.3af \/ 802.3at (PoE+)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTotal PoE Budget\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e150W\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOmada SDN\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes (ZTP, cloud management, intelligent monitoring)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStatic Routing\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eQoS\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eL2\/L3\/L4 QoS, IGMP snooping\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSecurity\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIP-MAC-Port Binding, ACL, Port Security, DoS Defence, Storm Control, DHCP Snooping, 802.1X, RADIUS\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIPv6\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDual IPv4\/IPv6 stack, MLD snooping, neighbour discovery\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eManagement\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOmada Cloud \/ Omada App \/ Web UI\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2.76kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTL-SG2218P\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBarcode (EAN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4897098689509\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between the TL-SG2218P and the TL-SG116P?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TL-SG2218P is a fully managed JetStream smart switch with Omada SDN integration, static routing, L2\/L3\/L4 QoS, ACL, 802.1X, RADIUS, and Zero-Touch Provisioning — designed for professional managed network deployments. The TL-SG116P is an unmanaged plug-and-play switch with basic PoE features and no management interface. Choose the TL-SG2218P when you need VLAN control, security policies, centralised management, and advanced traffic prioritisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the TL-SG2218P require an Omada controller?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The TL-SG2218P can be managed standalone via its web interface, CLI (Telnet\/SSH), or SNMP without an Omada controller. An Omada controller (OC200, OC300, or cloud-based) is required for Zero-Touch Provisioning, centralised multi-device management, and cloud access features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZTP allows the switch to automatically connect to an Omada controller and receive its configuration without any manual on-site setup. This is particularly useful for deploying switches at remote sites or branches where on-site IT staff are not available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many IP cameras can I power with the TL-SG2218P?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to 16 cameras simultaneously, subject to the 150W total PoE budget. For example, 16 cameras drawing 9W each totals 144W — within budget. Higher-wattage cameras (e.g. PTZ at 25–30W) will reduce the number that can be powered concurrently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it support VLAN configuration?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. As a JetStream smart switch, the TL-SG2218P supports 802.1Q VLAN tagging, port-based VLANs, and VLAN-based QoS for network segmentation across camera, AP, VoIP, and data traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TP-Link","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43931860041957,"sku":"TL-SG2218P","price":335.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0637\/1554\/1221\/files\/tp-link-omada-sg2218p-16-port-gigabit-poe-smart-switch.webp?v=1779680769","url":"https:\/\/cctvguru.com.au\/products\/tp-link-tl-sg2218p-jetstream-18-port-gigabit-smart-switch-16-port-poe-plus","provider":"CCTV Guru","version":"1.0","type":"link"}