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TP-Link 8 Port Gigabit Switch | Easy Smart Managed | Plug & Play | Desktop/Wall-Mount | Sturdy Metal w/ Shielded Ports | Support QoS, Vlan, IGMP and LAG (TL-SG108E)
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TP-Link 8 Port Gigabit Switch

Bottom line: The TP-Link 8 Port Gigabit Switch: 8 full gigabit ports with shielded metal housing; main trade-off: easy Smart web UI, not a full CLI-managed L2/L3 switch.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 8 full gigabit ports with shielded metal housing
  • ✓ Up to 32 simultaneous VLANs from the 4K VLAN ID pool
  • ✓ Port-based, 802.1p, and DSCP QoS for VoIP and streams
  • ✓ Port mirroring, loop prevention, and cable diagnostics built in
  • ✓ 3-year warranty plus weekday 6am-6pm PST support

Cons

  • ✗ Easy Smart web UI, not a full CLI-managed L2/L3 switch
  • ✗ No PoE output, so APs and cameras need injectors
  • ✗ Only 8 ports, limiting for larger racks
  • ✗ Fanless metal case has no rack-mount ears in the box

Manufacturer description

The TP-Link TL-SG108E is an 8-port gigabit switch that sits between a dumb unmanaged box and a full enterprise appliance. You get eight 1000 Mbps ethernet ports plus web-based Easy Smart management, so you can segment traffic across up to 32 simultaneous VLANs (drawn from the full 4K VLAN ID range) without learning a command-line interface. Port-based, 802.1p and DSCP QoS keep latency-sensitive traffic such as VoIP and game streams moving ahead of bulk transfers, while IGMP snooping stops multicast video from flooding every port. Troubleshooting tools are built in: port mirroring, loop…

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the TL-SG108E support VLANs?

Yes. It supports port-based, tag-based (802.1Q), and MTU VLAN, with up to 32 VLANs active at once out of the 4K VLAN ID range.

Is this a managed or unmanaged switch?

It is an Easy Smart managed switch. You configure it through a web interface or TP-Link's free utility, so it sits between unmanaged and full CLI-managed gear.

Does it provide Power over Ethernet?

No. The listed features cover gigabit data, VLANs, QoS, IGMP snooping, and LAG only; no PoE output is listed. Use a separate injector for PoE devices.

Can I mount it on a wall?

Yes. TP-Link lists flexible installation for desktop or wall mount, and the chassis is metal with shielded ports.

Key Features

  • 𝟴 𝗚𝗶𝗴𝗮𝗯𝗶𝘁 𝗘𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀: expand your network with 8 high-speed ethernet ports
  • 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘆 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Manage and configure your network effortlessly via a web interface/free software
  • 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗩𝗟𝗔𝗡: Segment traffic with up to 32 VLANs simultaneously (out of 4K VLAN IDs) for better security
  • 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: Monitor your network effectively with port mirroring, loop prevention, and cable diagnostics
  • 𝗜𝗚𝗠𝗣 𝗦𝗻𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴: Enhances multicast application performance
  • 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗤𝗼𝗦: Optimize traffic flow for various applications

Full Specifications

BrandTP-Link
ColorBlack
Voltage9 Volts (DC)
PlatformWindows
InterfaceRJ45
Switch TypeRotary
Model NumberTL-SG108E
CompatibilitySwitch
Maximum Power1000 Watts
Built-In MediaTL-SG108E Power Adapter Installation Guide Rubber Feet
Item Type NameSWITCHTPLINK8PTOSGIGABITTLSG108E
Mfr Part NumberTL-SG108E
Number of Ports8
Number of Layers3
Case Material TypeMetal
Compatible DevicesDesktop
Data Transfer Rate11.9 Megabits Per Second
Included ComponentsTL-SG108E Power Adapter Installation Guide Rubber Feet
Warranty Description5-year
Item Dimensions L x W x H6.2"L x 4"W x 1"H
Full listing titleTP-Link 8 Port Gigabit Switch | Easy Smart Managed | Plug & Play | Desktop/Wall-Mount | Sturdy Metal w/ Shielded Ports | Support QoS, Vlan, IGMP and LAG (TL-SG108E)

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