TP-Link 16 Port Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch, Desktop/ Wall-Mount, Fanless, Sturdy Metal w/ Shielded Ports, Traffic Optimization, Unmanaged (TL-SG116) Black

Works as advertised. Easy set up! Great value! High speed Ethernet switch. Sturdy metal construction.

I originally purchased a TrendNET 2.5Gbps 8-port ethernet switch to complement my TP-LINK 2x BE63 mesh routers. I wanted to fully utilize the 2.5Gbps ethernet backhaul capability of the new routers, so I needed to upgrade my existing 8-port Luxul Gigabit (1Gbps) switch.It turns out that TP-LINK uses IEEE 1905.1 standard for ethernet backhaul on its Deco line of routers, which the TRENDNet switch did not support. Ultimately, I had to replace the TrendNET switch and purchase this TP-LINK 8-port 2.5Gbps switch for my home network. Everything works perfectly with the TP-LINK switch!Installation was a breeze in my media cabinet, and I successfully plugged in the multiple ethernet lines that go throughout the house.TLDR: If you have TP-Link Deco routers that you want to hardwire (ethernet backhaul) you will need an IEEE 1905.1 compatible switch, such as this TP-LINK TL-SG108-M2 switch.

Solidly built switch. Connected easily and works straight out of the box :)

Ok this works great for a home router set up this is a good component for it when you combine it with the rest of the setup

Upgraded my home Internet to 2 gigabit fiber, and home fileserver with SSD storage, so I bought the TP-Link 8-port TL-SG108-M2 and 5-port TL-SG105-M2 to upgrade my home network to multi-gigabit speed. It was easy to swap my old gigabit switches with these TP-Link 2.5 giggers, using my existing ethernet cables.Per-port lights made it obvious which ports run at 2.5 gigabit, 1 gigabit, and 100 megabit. I loved the fan-less design - zero noise coming from these TP-Link switches. I will never buy a fan-based switch again - they collect dust, and eventually die unless kept clean.Speed:Tested throughput extensively using iperf3 on the local network, and speedtest.net for Internet speed.LAN (local network) bandwidth tests reliably 2.3 gigabit average between two computers. Same speed when 2 computers are on the same switch, and when they are connected switch-to-switch. This was a HUGE improvement over a gigabit network which maxed out at about 0.95 gigabits.Was worried whether my investment would actually get close to 2.5 gigabit, especially switch-to-switch, but they did! Two TP-Link switches are linked with a 40-foot in-wall Cat-6 cable, and computers can get 2.3 gigabit between the two switches.Internet speed tested at 2.0 gigabit download and 910 megabit upload with Google Fiber 2 Gig!The TP-Links were fully backward compatible with 1 gigabit and 100 megabit devices and switches. Connected various slower devices including a gigabit switch (1gig), a Ubiquiti AC Lite AP (1gig), a printer (100meg), and voice-over-IP box (100meg).Heat: These TP-Link switches get slightly warm but never hot.Ethernet Adapters: Using Sabrent 2.5 Gigabit NT-S25G USB 3.0 adapters on all my computers, since none of my computers came with 2.5 gigabit as of mid-2021. I had some auto-negotiation issues on bootup, where the adapter would sync at 100 mbit or 1 gbit (not 2.5gig) when the adapter powered on. After boot, I would manually adjust the driver's speed setting from auto-negotiate to 2.5 gigabit, or 2.5 gigabit to auto-negotiate, which would re-sync at 2.5-gig with the switch. Contacted Sabrent support who also believed the issue was with the latest Realtek driver, a fix may be coming soon.Another reviewer here believed the TP-Links are responsible for auto-negotiate issues, it may be a TP-Link issue but I'm not sure. When I connected my TP-Link 2.5 gig switches to each other, they always synced at 2.5 gig. Same with the Google Fiber router's 1/2.5/5/10 port which always auto-negotiated at 2.5 gig. Only my Realtek-chip adapters would sync at lower speed on initial power-on. I figured out that by plugging my 2.5gig adapters into always-on USB 3.0 ports via USB 3.0 hub, kept the adapters locked at 2.5 gigabit even after the PC rebooted.When my adapters did sync at lower speed, a quick re-sync of the driver would fix it. On Windows, Network Connections (Control Panel), double-click the adapter, Configure, Advanced tab, Speed & Duplex, switch it to "2.5 gig full" or "auto-negotiate", either will trigger the adapter to re-try its link to the TP-Link. On Linux, after boot, run: ethtool -s enx002341234567 autoneg on advertise 0x80000000002f (replacing the enx002... with your device name)Ethernet Cables: My rooms have Jadaol flat Cat-6 cables that range in length from 1-foot to 25-feet, all worked with 2.5 gigabit. My home had professionally-installed Cat-6 in-wall cabling, with some cable lengths up to 40 feet long, all worked with 2.5 gigabit.Is this worth the price:If your Internet speed is more than 1 gigabit, then yes! If you transfer files between computers that have SSDs capable of more than 125 megabytes per second, then yes! Otherwise, no. One gigabit is plenty fast for nearly everyone's needs. If you do buy one, you can keep your existing 1 gig switch for your gigabit devices, and plug your multi-gigabit devices into one of these TP-Link 2.5 giggers.

The build quality of this product is excellent usability is excellent. I’m not sure it’s helped my system. It is a simple switch. Tt seems to have created new issues while potentially also resolving others… that may not be a product problem, I just may need a more robust switch… just make sure you understand it’s purpose and use.

We have more and more devices. If you wire up all those devices with ethernet cables they 1) work better 2) preserve your WiFi bandwidth for those situations where wireless is the only option. Plug this into your mesh router and this should cover most people

If you’re looking for a network switch that can handle all your devices and still have ports to spare, look no further—this TP-Link 16 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch is an absolute beast. Whether you’re running a small business or just have way too many smart gadgets at home, this switch is ready to handle it all. And the best part? It’s fanless and built like a brick, so you won’t even hear it working—just pure, silent power. 🤫⚡Why this switch is a total powerhouse:16 ports of glory: Seriously, 16 gigabit ports. If you’ve ever run out of ports and had to unplug something just to connect a new device, this thing is a dream. Plug in your gaming console, your smart TV, your printer, and still have room for more. 🖥️🎮Sturdy metal build: This isn’t some flimsy plastic gadget. The metal casing on this switch screams durability, and you can feel confident that it’s going to last through all your networking needs. Plus, you can mount it on the wall or have it sitting on your desk—flexibility at its finest.Fanless operation: No annoying humming or buzzing to deal with. It’s completely silent, so you can tuck it away anywhere without adding to your home or office noise. It quietly does its job, which is exactly what you want from a switch. 🤐With gigabit speeds, you won’t have to worry about bottlenecking your internet, even with multiple devices streaming, downloading, or gaming at the same time. It’s perfect for both work-from-home setups and tech-heavy households.Bottom line: This TP-Link 16 Port Gigabit Switch is the strong, silent type that gets the job done without breaking a sweat. Reliable, sturdy, and with ports for days, it's the ultimate networking upgrade. If your home or office setup needs more connections, this switch will be your new best friend. 🦾💻⚡