TP-Link TL-SF1016 Fast 16 ports network Ethernet Switch

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Identifiers
MPN TP-LINK TL-SF1016DS(UK)
Model TP-LINK TL-SF1016DS
Dimensions / Weight
Key Features
AC input frequency
The frequency of the alternating current supplied to the device, expressed in hertz (Hz). It indicates the acceptable operating range for the electrical mains that powers the product.
50/60 Hz
AC input voltage
The alternating current voltage range that the product accepts from its power source, expressed in volts (V). It indicates the minimum and maximum supply voltages compatible with the device.
100 - 240 V
Auto MDI/MDI-X
Indicates whether the device can automatically detect and configure MDI or MDI‑X connections for network cables, simplifying cable management and reducing manual setup.
Yes
Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity
Indicates the total count of physical RJ‑45 Ethernet connectors available on a device for wired network connectivity. The value is an integer representing how many separate ports can be used to connect Ethernet cables.
16
Built-in Flash Memory
The total amount of internal flash storage available on a device, expressed as a digital capacity such as kilobytes (KB), megabytes (MB) or gigabytes (GB). This attribute indicates how much data the device can hold for firmware, operating system, and user files.
2MB
Certification
A list of official certifications or compliance marks that the product has received from regulatory bodies, safety organizations, or industry standards groups. Each entry represents a distinct certification such as CE, FCC, RoHS, UL, or WEEE, and may include additional details like version numbers or specific test reports.
FCC, CE, RoHS
Colour
The colour or combination of colours that a product is available in, expressed as common names such as "Black", "Silver" or comma‑separated lists like "Black, White". It indicates the visual appearance of the item for consumers.
Black
Connectivity technology
The network and data interface technologies supported by the product, such as Wired, Wireless, USB, Bluetooth, or combinations thereof. Each value represents a distinct technology that can be used for communication or power delivery.
Wired
Copper ethernet cabling technology
A comma‑separated list of the copper Ethernet standards supported by a device, such as 10BASE‑T, 100BASE‑TX, or 1000BASE‑T. Each entry indicates a specific speed and physical specification that the product can transmit over its RJ‑45 ports.
10BASE-T,100BASE-TX
Depth
The linear measurement of an object from front to back or top to bottom, expressed in a physical unit such as millimeters, centimeters, inches, etc. It indicates how deep the item is and can be used for fitting, compatibility, or spatial planning.
180 mm
Flow control support
Indicates whether a device includes hardware or firmware that can manage the flow of data on its interfaces, such as enabling or disabling automatic pause frames, handling congestion, or providing other traffic‑control mechanisms. A value of "Yes" means the feature is present and can be configured; "No" indicates it is not available.
Yes
Form factor
Specifies the physical configuration or design of a product, such as ATX, Micro‑ATX, Mini‑ITX, tower, case with cover, etc. It describes how the device is built and what mounting or expansion options it supports.
Rackmount
Forwarding Rate
The maximum number of packets a device can forward per second, expressed in megapackets per second (Mpps) or similar units. It indicates the throughput capability of networking hardware such as switches and routers under optimal conditions.
3.2
Full Duplex
Indicates whether a device can transmit and receive data simultaneously on two channels, allowing bidirectional communication without delay. A value of "Yes" means the device supports full‑duplex operation; a value of "No" indicates it operates only in half‑duplex mode.
Yes
Heat dissipation
The amount of thermal energy a product can dissipate, expressed in a standard unit such as BTU per hour or watts. It indicates the cooling requirement and helps compare how much heat the device generates during operation.
2.06 BTU/h
Height
The vertical dimension of a product measured from its lowest to highest point. It is expressed in a physical unit such as millimetres, centimetres or inches and applies to any item where height is relevant, including books, electronics, furniture and other objects.
44 mm
LED indicators
A list of the functions or statuses that an LED indicator on a device can display, such as power status, activity, link, and other operational signals.
Link,Power
LED Status Indicators
A list of the operational states that an LED indicator on a device can display, such as power status, activity, link, or other functional signals. Each entry represents a distinct status that the LED may show when the device is in use.
Power, Link/Act, 100Mbps
MAC address filtering
Indicates whether the device supports filtering network traffic based on MAC addresses. When enabled, the device can allow or block communication for specific devices identified by their MAC address.
Yes
MAC address table
The total count of unique MAC addresses that the device can store in its forwarding table. This value indicates how many devices can be simultaneously connected before the switch must start discarding or aging out older entries.
8000 entries
Maximum data transfer rate
The highest theoretical speed at which a device can send or receive data, expressed in bits per second (bps) or its multiples such as kbps, mbps, gbps, etc. This value represents the upper bound of throughput under optimal conditions and is useful for comparing performance across devices and interfaces.
0.1 Gbit/s
Maximum power consumption
The highest electrical power that a device can draw or consume during operation, expressed in watts (W). It represents the peak energy usage of the product and is useful for estimating maximum power requirements, comparing efficiency across similar devices, and ensuring compatibility with power supplies.
2.23 W
Network Protocols
A comma‑separated list of network protocols that a device can use or support, such as TCP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, DHCP, DNS, and various other communication standards. The values are typically presented in plain text and may include both technical identifiers and consumer‑friendly names.
IEEE 802.3i IEEE 802.3u IEEE 802.3x
Operating humidity 10 to 90 %
Power adaptor type
The classification of the power adaptor used with a device, indicating whether it is external or internal, its electrical interface (AC, DC, USB‑Charging, etc.), and any specific form such as integrated or travel adapters. This attribute helps buyers understand how the device receives power and what kind of connector or cable is required.
AC
Power requirements
The electrical supply specifications needed by a device, expressed as voltage, current, frequency or a combination of these parameters. It indicates the range or exact values of mains or battery power that the product can accept or deliver, helping users verify compatibility with outlets, adapters or power supplies.
100 - 240VAC, 50/60Hz
Rack mounting
Indicates whether a product is designed to be mounted in a rack system. The value can be "Yes" or "No", or it may specify the height occupied by the device using rack units (U) such as "1U", "2U", or a numeric measurement with unit, e.g., "61.25 mm".
Yes
Safety
A list of safety and regulatory certifications that a product complies with, such as CE, UL, FCC, or other regional standards.
FCC
Storage relative humidity
The range of relative humidity (expressed as a percentage) within which the storage device is designed to operate reliably. Values are given as a minimum–maximum interval such as "10 - 90 %" and indicate the acceptable environmental moisture level for optimal performance.
5 - 90 %
Storage temperature
The range of temperatures in which a device can safely operate without risk of damage or performance degradation. Values are expressed in degrees Celsius (°C) and may represent a single temperature, a minimum–maximum interval, or an average operating point.
-40 - 70 °C
Store-and-forward
Indicates whether the device can temporarily store data packets before forwarding them, allowing traffic management even when the destination is not immediately available. A positive value means the device can buffer and later deliver packets reliably.
Yes
Supported network protocols
A list of network communication protocols that a device can use or support, such as TCP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, DHCP, DNS, and various wireless standards. Each protocol is represented by its standard name and may be separated by commas or slashes in the source data.
CSMA/CD, TCP/IP
Switch type
The classification of a network switch based on its management capabilities, such as Managed or Unmanaged. This attribute indicates whether the device can be configured and monitored remotely (Managed) or operates with fixed settings without remote configuration (Unmanaged). It helps users choose a switch that matches their networking expertise and control requirements.
Unmanaged
Total Network Ports
The total count of all network interface connectors present on the product, including Ethernet RJ‑45 ports, SFP/SFP+ modules, QSFP, and any other wired networking interfaces. The value is a simple integer indicating how many separate network connections can be used simultaneously.
16 x Fast Ethernet 10/100
Warranty
The length of time for which the manufacturer guarantees that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship, typically expressed in years or months.
1 Year
Wi-Fi
Indicates whether the product has built‑in Wi‑Fi capability, allowing it to connect to wireless networks without requiring external adapters or dongles.
No
Width
The horizontal measurement of a product, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the item is from one side to the other and is used for sizing, fitting, and compatibility purposes.
294 mm
TP-LINK

TP-Link is a brand of networking products that was founded in 1996. The company is headquartered in China, and manufactures a wide range of networking products, including routers, switches, and adapters. TP-Link has a large global presence, and is one of the most popular networking brands in the world.