TP-Link SG1016PE 16 Port Gigabit PoE Switch

The TP-Link SG1016PE (TL-SG1016PE) is a 16-port Gigabit Easy Smart switch with eight PoE ports — a genuine step up from an unmanaged box for small businesses that want simple network control alongside Power over Ethernet. It connects and powers up to eight PoE devices such as wireless access points, IP cameras and IP phones, while the remaining eight Gigabit ports serve desks, printers and uplinks.

Through its web-based interface and management utility you get network monitoring, traffic prioritisation and enhanced QoS, plus port-based, tag-based and MTU VLANs to segment the network and tighten security — all without the complexity or cost of a fully managed switch.

For a smaller Easy Smart PoE unit see the SG105PE; if you would rather have centralised cloud management across switches, routers and APs, the Omada SG2016P is the same scale with SDN control.

Key features

• 16 Gigabit ports — wire-speed connectivity for the whole small office.
• Eight PoE ports to connect and power APs, IP cameras and IP phones.
• Web-based management — monitoring, traffic prioritisation and enhanced QoS from a browser.
• Port, tag and MTU VLANs improve security and meet segmentation requirements.
• Powerful upgrade from unmanaged without a steep learning curve.
• Designed for small business — simple management, no licences, no fuss.

Works with

• TP-Link SG105PE — compact 5-port Easy Smart PoE sibling
• TP-Link SG116P — unmanaged 16-port alternative with 16 PoE ports
• TP-Link EAP610 — Wi-Fi 6 access point it can power over PoE
• All switches
• All networking

Frequently asked questions

What does “Easy Smart” mean?

It sits between unmanaged and fully managed: a web interface and utility give you monitoring, QoS and VLANs, but there is no CLI or advanced routing to learn. Ideal for small businesses that want control without complexity.

How many PoE devices can it power?

Up to eight — typically a mix of access points, IP cameras and IP phones — while the other eight Gigabit ports handle data-only devices.

Why would I want VLANs?

Port-based, tag-based and MTU VLANs let you separate, say, CCTV traffic from office data, improving both security and performance on a shared switch.

Do I need a controller?

No — management is built in via the web interface. If you want controller-based, multi-site cloud management, choose an Omada SG-series switch instead.

Scoping a PoE deployment? Call 0333 242 1314 or email sales@clisecure.com and we will size the switches, access points and PoE budget before you order.