TP-LinkTL-SG105MPE | Easy Smart Managed | 4 PoE+ Ports @120W, w/ 1 Uplink Gigabit Port | QoS, Vlan, IGMP & LAG | Fanless | PoE Auto Recovery | 3 Year Protection

Great price for a 16-port POE switch. Not complicated. Just dumb switch. Very reliable and it just works.

This switch does a great job of powering the 3 Raspberry Pi 5 boards I have connected to it and could, in theory, power a 4th. Speeds reach gigabit, as expected. It is silent. I don't have too much reason for it to be a managed switch, but has all the right settings which would integrate into my VLAN'd network.One small gripe is that the power supply for it is much larger than the switch itself. If you're buying it for the footprint, expect another 1.5" x 6" x 4" (approximate) for its installation.

Working with this network switch was my first experience setting up an IP-based video network. I was advised to purchase an unmanaged switch which this one is. So this switch has a static IP address which is perfect for our purposes. We currently have 3 PoE cameras and a PTZ controller connected to this switch and the IP addresses need to all be static. I like that this switch offers PoE over all 8 ports because that allows us room for growth and flexibility. For a newbie in IP network switches, I lucked into this one. There are so many available and I had only minimal knowledge of what I was doing when I purchased this one.

Wrong presentation of "unmanaged" switch as "managed". The first ring was the manual inside the box, telling about unmanaged switches installation... The second ring was the label on the switch bottom TL-SG1218MPE(UN), while the front of the switch and the box have no any (UN) after the model number. I decided to check TP-Link web site and it confirmed, that the switch is unmanaged.Returned the first one because it was seriously damaged during shipping. The second one was received couple days alter. The first impression is very good. Connected to LAN first, set the IP address, rebooted, tried to login via web - success, changed the login and password. Tried the app, but... The latest one, published on the US server didn't match the firmware v5.6 and refused to work. Contacted TP-Link business support in chat, was given another page, asking me to confirm I'm in the USA. Confirmed and got the original page with the wrong app. Restarted the link, but this time refused to click USA, checked OTHER OPTIONS, means simply closed this question down and remained on the page with the app version 5 instead of 5.6, downloaded, installed, asked me to reboot. Said thanks to the TP-Link support and restarted. The app worked just fine. What funny is - the version 5 works and it is LATER date, than version 5.6, kind of mess on the vendor site. Although the support said, they have published a newer update in Europe, but didn't have time to publish it locally. I guess after my chat they will fix it.The first impression of this so called "smart managed" version is very nice, lifted my rating to 4/5. All cameras started working as expected, excluding just 2, rarely losing frames at night, but that's the only problem and this is the only brand/name of the camera, having these issues, which is strange, it's popular enough. After dancing around the settings found some useful reports and tweaks, that I could use. Although I don't need VLAN since this is a dedicated PoE switch and it works only with the cameras and it is connected to the NAS with just 1 switch in the middle so I can connect to the cameras with my laptop. Otherwise it would go directly to NAS. I just made these cameras highest priority on my router, that's all, but even that is not required with my LAN design.The first very loud noise from 2 fans was when the switch started, but then very soon it realized, that the load is not very high and switched the fans to minimum, I can barely hear them.Summary: looks and works pretty nicely, enough for home users and small and even probably average size companies. I will keep it regardless of not been fully managed as I'd expected from the Amazon Page description, which is totally wrong. That's why 4/5, not 5/5, sorry guys, do not lie by inventing the names like "smart managed", that nobody can understand since there is no standard for this definition, and assign this definition to a NONMANAGED switch. For those having doubt find its manual on the vendor's page. This switch is fast enough and it's pretty enough for my purposes. The settings are useful and enough for my purpose. What handy is - it shows the voltage and power per port, nice info to have in hand, and each port is configured separately, so not fully dumb switch. :) If one can afford it - it will be a very good choice.

✅ Practical Testing and Honest Impressions:I was hardwiring eero systems and needed a PoE switch to directly support exterior eero units. I chose the 8-port version, and from unboxing to installation, I was impressed by the build quality, ease of use, and performance stability. This is rack-mountable and includes mounting brackets and screws, but I opted to keep it freestanding and used the included self-stick feet to protect the surface underneath.✏️ What to Know in 30 Seconds:• 8 PoE ports with automatic prioritization (Port 1 highest priority)• Total power budget of 126W• All-metal housing with rack-mountable design• Includes rubber pads for desktop use• Plug-and-play setup, no software or configuration required• Overload protection with power prioritization• Solid value for build quality and functionality📝 Design and Build:The all-metal chassis gives it a premium, substantial feel, no cheap plastic here. It feels like enterprise-grade gear at a consumer-friendly price. Ventilation is passive, and the case is clean and minimal without being flashy. The power prioritization is a smart touch, helping avoid issues if total power draw exceeds the rated 126W.🧐 Practical Use:Install was flawlessly simple: plug into power, connect Ethernet to the ports, and it just works. I used this to support a set of wired eero systems, including units mounted outdoors, and it delivered stable PoE with no fuss. I haven’t run into any overheating or power draw issues, but it’s great knowing Port 1 gets priority if that ever happens.⭐️ Advantages:• Solid, premium construction• Includes mounting hardware and adhesive feet• PoE prioritization for power-hungry environments• Works flawlessly with eero systems and other PoE devices• Silent, fanless design• Truly plug-and-play• Excellent price for the quality⚠️ Considerations:• Not managed (no advanced switch configuration)• Prioritization is automatic and not manually configurable✅ Best For:• Home or small business networks needing PoE• Users adding PoE cameras or access points• Installations requiring hardwired power• Anyone looking for affordable, reliable plug-and-play PoE📌 In Conclusion:This 8-port TP-Link PoE switch is one of the best values I’ve found in the networking category. It feels premium, operates smoothly, and handles power distribution intelligently. Whether you’re mounting it in a rack or setting it on a desk, it’s built to last and works without a hiccup. Exactly what I needed.⭐ Star Rating: 4.8/5Honest, detailed, and unbiased reviews ensure that every purchase may be completed with confidence. This feedback is based on real experience, offering clear insights to help consumers make informed decisions.

Works out of the box. I am using it to power 4 Aruba IAP-325 WiFi APs (PoE).It is about 6 months now in 24x7 operation. No burnout issues so far.

My home network is largely built with TP-Link products. For me they give great value. My TL-SG1008MP gave a solid performance for many month but unfortunately suddenly stopped working. While that is a bad thing, I was able to jump on support chat with Ronald and he quickly diagnosed it as a failed until and issued a replacement ticket. Great customer support.