TL-SG116 16-Port Gigabit Switch - Supports 10/100/1000 Mbps for Fast Networking
Bottom line: The TP-Link TL-SG116 16-Port Gigabit Switch is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the lan-party gear category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
TL-SG116 16-Port Gigabit Switch. Why Choose the TL-SG116 16-Port Gigabit Switch?. UPC: 845973084325 840460604093 Unit Quantity: 1 Item Height: 16 Port Ethernet Switch Item Length: 16 Port Ethernet Switch.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored TP-Link TL-SG116 16-Port Gigabit Switch using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the lan-party gear category. TP-Link's lan-party gear lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for lan-party gear of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| ports | 16 |
|---|---|
| managed | false |
| speed_mbps | 1000 |
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