TP-Link
Installation Guide
10/100 Mbps Desktop Switch
Connection
For simplicity, this guide uses the TL-SF1005D as an example.
The connection diagram illustrates a typical setup: A ? Internet connection feeds into a ? Router, which has a WAN Port and LAN Port. The router connects to the TP-Link desktop switch via its LAN Port. The switch features 5 Ethernet Ports (1-5). Two ? PCs are connected to the switch using Ethernet cables. A ? Power Adapter is connected to the switch to provide power.
LED Explanation
Power
- On: Power on
- Off: Power off
Link/Act
- On: Link present but no activity
- Flashing: Transmitting/receiving data
- Off: No link
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. The Power LED is not lit.
The Power LED should be lit when the power system is working normally. If the Power LED is not lit, please check as follows:
- A1: Make sure the power cord is connected to the switch with the power source properly.
- A2: Make sure the voltage of the power supply meets the requirements of the input voltage of the switch.
- A3: Make sure the power source is ON.
Q2. The Link/Act LED is not lit when a device is connected to the corresponding port.
It is recommended that you check the following items:
- A1: Make sure that the cable connectors are firmly plugged into the switch and the device.
- A2: Make sure the connected device is turned on and working well.
- A3: The cable must be less than 100 meters long (328 feet).
Specifications
General Specifications
Standard | IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x |
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Protocol | CSMA/CD |
Interface | 5/8/16/24 10/100 Mbps Auto-Negotiation RJ45 Ports |
Network Media (Cable) | 10BASE-T: UTP category 3, 4, 5 cable (≤100 m) EIA/TIA-568 100Ω STP (≤100 m) 100BASE-TX: UTP category 5, 5e cable (≤100 m) EIA/TIA-568 100Ω STP (≤100 m) |
LED Indicators | Power, Link/Act LEDs |
Data Transfer Rate | Ethernet: 10 Mbps (Half Duplex), 20 Mbps (Full Duplex) Fast Ethernet: 100 Mbps (Half Duplex), 200 Mbps (Full Duplex) |
Transfer Method | Store-and-Forward |
MAC Address Learning | Automatically learning, automatically aging |
Frame Forward Rate | 10Base-T: 14881 pps/Port 100Base-Tx: 148810 pps/Port |
Wall Mountable | TL-SF1005D, TL-SF1008D: No TL-SF1016D, TL-SF1024M: Yes |
Distance Between Mounting Holes | TL-SF1016D: 157.2 mm TL-SF1024M: 178 mm |
Environmental and Physical Specifications
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
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Operating Humidity | 10% to 90%RH non-condensing |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 90%RH non-condensing |
Support and Community
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EU Declaration of Conformity
TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011/65/EU and (EU)2015/863. The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at TP-Link CE Compliance.
EAC
Safety Information
- Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity, or hot environments.
- Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. For service, please contact TP-Link.
- Do not use a damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
- Do not use any chargers other than those recommended by TP-Link.
- The adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
- Place the device with its bottom surface downward.
- Use only power supplies provided by the manufacturer in the original packaging of this product. If you have any questions, please contact TP-Link.