The TP-Link SG3218XP-M2 is an Omada L2+ managed switch designed for multi-gigabit network deployments requiring 2.5GbE access connectivity, PoE+ device support, and 10Gbps fiber uplinks. It provides 16 x 2.5Gbps RJ45 ports, including eight PoE+ ports, along with two 10Gbps SFP+ slots.
Network Connectivity
The switch provides 16 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports and two 10Gbps SFP+ slots. Eight RJ45 ports support IEEE 802.3af/at PoE+, with up to 30W available per PoE+ port and a total PoE power budget of 240W. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Management and Routing
The SG3218XP-M2 supports Omada centralized management, web-based management, CLI, SNMP, VLANs, link aggregation, spanning tree protocols, QoS, ACLs, 802.1X authentication, DHCP snooping, and static IPv4/IPv6 routing. It supports up to 48 static routes and provides 32 IPv4/IPv6 interfaces. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Key Features
- 16 x 2.5Gbps RJ45 ports, including 8 PoE+ ports
- 2 x 10Gbps SFP+ slots for high-speed uplinks
- 240W total PoE power budget
- 120Gbps switching capacity and 89.28Mpps packet forwarding rate
- Omada centralized management with L2+ and static routing capabilities
Applications
- Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E, and Wi-Fi 7 access point deployments
- Multi-gigabit enterprise and SMB networks
- IP camera and other PoE device deployments
- High-speed server and network switch uplinks
- Omada-managed wired network infrastructure
DC Supplies Product Note
The SG3218XP-M2 separates its 16 2.5GbE ports into eight PoE+ ports and eight non-PoE ports. This allows multi-gigabit endpoints such as access points, workstations, NAS devices, and servers to share the switch while reserving PoE power for compatible devices. The 240W PoE budget should be checked against the combined requirements of connected powered devices. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Specifications
| Brand | TP-Link |
| Part Number / MPN | SG3218XP-M2 |
| Product Type | L2+ Managed PoE+ Switch |
| Series | Omada |
| RJ45 Ports | 16 x 2.5Gbps |
| PoE+ Ports | 8 |
| SFP+ Slots | 2 x 10Gbps |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3af/at |
| Maximum PoE per Port | 30W |
| PoE Power Budget | 240W |
| Switching Capacity | 120Gbps |
| Packet Forwarding Rate | 89.28Mpps |
| MAC Address Table | 16K |
| Packet Buffer | 12Mbit |
| Jumbo Frame | 9KB |
| Static Routes | 48 IPv4/IPv6 |
| IP Interfaces | 32 IPv4/IPv6 |
| Console Ports | 1 x RJ45, 1 x Micro-USB |
| Power Supply | 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz |
| Fan Quantity | 2 |
| Installation | Rack Mountable |
| Operating Temperature | -5°C to 50°C |
| Operating Humidity | 10%–90% RH, non-condensing |
| Dimensions | 17.3 x 7.1 x 1.7 in |
| Net Weight | 3.75 lbs |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, RoHS |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many 2.5GbE ports does the SG3218XP-M2 have?
The switch has 16 2.5Gbps RJ45 ports.
How many ports support PoE?
Eight of the 16 RJ45 ports support IEEE 802.3af/at PoE+.
What is the total PoE budget?
The total PoE power budget is 240W, with up to 30W available per PoE+ port. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Does the SG3218XP-M2 have 10Gbps uplinks?
Yes. It has two 10Gbps SFP+ slots for high-speed uplink connectivity. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Can the switch be managed through Omada?
Yes. The SG3218XP-M2 supports centralized Omada management, including cloud-based and hardware/software controller options. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
Can the SG3218XP-M2 be rack mounted?
Yes. The switch is rack mountable and has a 1.7-inch height. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
