Installation Guide

LED Explanation

Power

On: Power on

Off: Power off

PoE Status

On: PoE power provided

Flashing: Current-overload/ Short-circuit

Off: No PoE power provided

Link/Act

On: Link present but no activity

Flashing: Transmitting/receiving data

Off: No link

PoE MAX

Switches Explanation

Note: The numbers in brackets indicate the ports where the feature takes effect. For example, when Extend(1-4) is toggled to On, the Extend mode will be enabled for ports 1-4.

Extend

Models: TL-SF1008LP/TL-SF1008P/TL-SF1009P/TL-SL1311P/TL-SL1311MP

Off: Ports run at 10/100 Mbps and support PoE power supply up to 100 m away.

On: Ports run at 10 Mbps and support PoE power supply up to 250 m away.

Recovery

Models: TL-SF1008P/TL-SF1009P/TL-SL1311P/TL-SL1311MP

Off: The PoE Auto Recovery function is disabled.

On: The switch will constantly detect the working status of a PoE powered device (PD). When the switch finds that the PD works abnormally, the switch will reboot it.

Priority

Models: TL-SF1008LP/TL-SF1008P/TL-SF1009P

Off: All the ports transmit data with the same priority.

On: The specific ports transmit data with a higher priority than other ports.

Isolation

Models: TL-SF1009P/TL-SL1311P/TL-SL1311MP

Off: Ports can transmit data with each other.

On: Specific ports cannot transmit data with other downlink ports. They can transmit data only with the uplink ports.

Note: For simplicity, TL-SF1008P is used as an example throughout this guide.

Connection

The connection diagram illustrates a typical setup for the TP-Link PoE switch. It shows:

• An "Internet" source connecting to the switch's "Internet" port (typically an uplink port).
• The switch itself, labeled with "Ethernet Ports (1-8)" and "PoE Ports (1-4)".
• A "DC Power Adapter" connected to the switch via an "AC Power Cord".
• A "PC" connected to one of the Ethernet ports.
• "Powered Devices (PD)" like an "IP Camera", "AP", and "IP Phone" connected to the PoE ports.
• A note indicating that PoE ports can connect to non-PoE devices for data transmission only.
• A note that TL-SL1311MP/TL-SL1311P models have three uplink ports (one SFP slot and two RJ45 ports) for connecting to uplink devices like routers.

Specifications

General Specifications

Environmental and Physical Specifications

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:

1. Make sure the AC power cord is connected to the switch and the power source properly.
2. Make sure the voltage of the power supply meets the requirements of the input voltage of the switch.
3. 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:

1. Make sure that the cable connectors are firmly plugged into the switch and the device.
2. Make sure the connected device is turned on and working well.
3. The cable must be less than 100 meters long (328 feet). If Extend Mode is enabled, it should be less than 250 meters (820 feet).

Q3. Why are PoE ports not supplying power for PoE devices?

When the total power consumption of connected PoE devices exceeds the maximum, the PoE port with a smaller port number has a higher priority. The system will cut off power to the ports with larger port numbers to ensure supplying to other ports. For example, if ports 1, 2, and 4 are consuming 15.4 W respectively, and an additional PoE device with 20 W is inserted to port 3, the system will cut off the power of port 4 to compensate for the overload.

Q4. What should I notice before using the PoE Auto Recovery feature?

1. Before upgrading a connected PoE powered device (PD), disable PoE Auto Recovery to avoid the PD's damage.
2. When a PD does not send data packets to the switch for a long period in certain scenarios (e.g., an IPC in sleep mode), disable PoE Auto Recovery to avoid the PD repeatedly rebooting.

Declarations and Safety Information

Declarations of Conformity

EU Declaration of Conformity: TP-Link declares compliance with essential requirements of directives 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU, 2011/65/EU and (EU)2015/863. Original declaration available at https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/ce/.

UK Declaration of Conformity: TP-Link declares compliance with essential requirements of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 and Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. Original declaration available at https://www.tp-link.com/support/ukca/.

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, contact TP-Link.
• Place the device with its bottom surface downward.
• Do not use a damaged charger or USB cable.
• Use only recommended chargers.
• The adapter shall be installed near the equipment and be easily accessible.
• The power supply cord plug is the disconnect device; the socket-outlet shall be easily accessible.

Community and Support

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