TP-Link Easy Managed Switch

Installation Guide

Easy Managed Switch

About this Installation Guide

This Installation Guide describes the hardware characteristics, installation methods and the points that should be attended to during the installation. This Installation Guide is structured as follows:

• Chapter 1 Introduction: This chapter describes the external components of the switch.
• Chapter 2 Installation: This chapter illustrates how to install the switch.
• Chapter 3 Connection: This chapter illustrates how to do the physical connection of the switch.
• Chapter 4 Configuration: This chapter illustrates how to configure the switch.
• Appendix A Troubleshooting
• Appendix B Specifications

Audience

This Installation Guide is for:

• Network Engineer
• Network Administrator

Conventions

• Some models featured in this guide may be unavailable in your country or region. For local sales information, visit https://www.tp-link.com.
• The figures in Chapter 2, Chapter 3 and Chapter 4 are for demonstration purposes only. Your switch may differ in appearance from that depicted.
• PoE budget calculations are based on laboratory testing. Actual PoE power budget is not guaranteed and will vary as a result of client limitations and environmental factors.
• This guide uses the specific formats to highlight special messages. The following table lists the notice icons that are used throughout this guide.

Related Document

The User Guide of the product are provided on Download Center. To obtain the latest product information, visit the official website: https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/.

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Product Overview

Designed for small office and small business scenarios, TP-Link Easy Managed Switch provides wire-speed performance and abundant L2 management features. It provides a variety of service features and multiple powerful functions with high security.

The EIA-standardized framework and smart configuration capacity can provide flexible solutions for a variable scale of networks. QoS and IGMP snooping/filtering optimize voice and video application. Link aggregation increases aggregated bandwidth, optimizing the transport of business critical data. WEB offers abundant management policies. TP-Link Easy Managed Switch integrates multiple functions with excellent performance, and is friendly to manage, which can fully meet the need of the users demanding higher networking performance.

1.2 Appearance

Front Panel

The front panel of TL-SG216E is shown as the following figure.

Figure 1-1 Front Panel of TL-SG216E

[Image of TL-SG216E front panel showing LEDs, 16-Port Gigabit RJ45 Ports, and Reset button]

LEDs

The front panel of TL-SG220PE is shown as the following figure.

Figure 1-2 Front Panel of TL-SG220PE

[Image of TL-SG220PE front panel showing LED, Reset Button, 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 Port, SFP Slot]

The front panel of TL-SG228PE is shown as the following figure.

Figure 1-3 Front Panel of TL-SG228PE

[Image of TL-SG228PE front panel showing LED, LED Mode Switch Button, Reset Button, 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 Port, SFP Slot]

LEDs

LED Mode Switch Button

Press this button to switch the LED status indication between Speed and PoE.

Reset

With the switch powered on, press Reset button for 5 seconds to reset the switch to its factory default settings.

10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 Port

Designed to connect to the device with a bandwidth of 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps or 1000 Mbps.

SFP Slot

Designed to install the SFP module.

Port Feature

Rear Panel

The rear panel is shown as the following figure. The actual product may differ from the figure.

Figure 1-4 Rear Panel

[Image of switch rear panel showing Kensington Security slot, Grounding Terminal, Power Socket]

Kensington Security Slot

Secure the lock (not provided) into the security slot to prevent the device from being stolen.

Grounding Terminal

The switch already comes with lightning protection mechanism. You can also ground the switch through the PE (Protecting Earth) cable of AC cord or with Ground Cable. For detailed lightning protection measures, refer to the Lightning Protection Guide: https://www.tp-link.com/us/configuration-guides/lightning_protection_guide/.

Power Socket

Connect the female connector of the power cord here, and the male connector to the AC power outlet. Make sure that the voltage of the power supply meets the requirement of the input voltage (100–240 V~ 50/60 Hz).

! Caution:
You should use the provided power cord.

Chapter 2 Installation

2.1 Package Contents

Make sure that the package contains the following items. If any of the listed items is damaged or missing, please contact your distributor.

[Image of package contents: One Switch, One Power Cord, Installation Guide, Mounting Brackets, Screws and Feet]

*Images are for demonstration only. The actual items may differ in appearance and quantity from the depicted.

2.2 Safety Precautions

To avoid any device damage and bodily injury caused by improper use, you should observe the following rules.

Safety Precautions

• Keep the power off during the installation.
• Wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap, and make sure that the wrist strap has a good skin contact and is well grounded.
• Use only the power cord provided with the switch.
• Make sure that the supply voltage matches the specifications indicated on the rear panel of the switch.
• Ensure that the switch is installed in a well-ventilated environment and its ventilation hole is not blocked.
• Do not open or remove the cover of the switch.
• Before cleaning the device, cut off the power supply. Do not clean it by the waterish cloth, and never use any other liquid cleaning method.
• Place the device with its bottom surface downward.

Site Requirements

Temperature/Humidity

Keep the equipment room at an appropriate level of temperature and humidity. Too much or too little humidity may lead to bad insulation, leakage of electricity, mechanical property changes, and corrosion. High temperatures may accelerate aging of the insulation materials, significantly shortening the service life of the device. To find out the best temperature and humidity conditions for the device, check the Appendix B Specifications.

Clearness

[Image of a TP-Link switch with arrows indicating airflow]

The dust accumulated on the switch can be absorbed by static electricity and result in poor contact of metal contact points. Some measures have been taken for the device to prevent static electricity, but too strong static electricity can cause deadly damage to the electronic elements on the internal circuit board. To avoid the effect of static electricity on the operation of the switch, attach much importance to the following items:

• Dust the device regularly, and keep the indoor air clean.
• Keep the device well grounded and ensure that the static electricity has been transferred.

Electromagnetic Interference

[Diagram illustrating electromagnetic interference sources and shielding]

Electronic elements including capacitance and inductance on the device can be affected by external interferences, such as conducted emission by capacitance coupling, inductance coupling, and impedance coupling. To decrease the interferences, make sure to take the following measures:

• Use the power supply that can effectively filter interference from the power grid.
• Keep the device far from high-frequency and strong-current devices such as radio transmitting station.
• Use electromagnetic shielding when necessary.

Lightning Protection

[Diagram illustrating lightning protection measures]

Extremely high voltage currents can be produced instantly when lightning occurs and the air in the electric discharge path can be instantly heated up to 20,000 °C. As this instant current is strong enough to damage electronic devices, more effective lightning protection measures should be taken.

• Ensure that the rack and the device are well earthed.
• Make sure the power socket has a good contact with the ground.
• Keep a reasonable cabling system and avoid induced lightning.
• Use the signal SPD (Surge Protective Device) when wiring outdoor.

Note: For detailed lightning protection measures, refer to the Lightning Protection Guide: https://www.tp-link.com/us/configuration-guides/lightning_protection_guide/.

Installation Site

[Image of a rack or workbench setup for switch installation]

When installing the device on a rack or a flat workbench, attach much importance to the following items:

• The rack or workbench is flat, stable, and sturdy enough to support the weight of 5.5 kg at least.
• The rack or workbench has a good ventilation system. The equipment room is well ventilated.
• The rack is well grounded. Keep the device less than 1.5 meters away from the power socket.

2.3 Installation Tools

• Phillips screwdriver
• ESD-preventive wrist wrap
• Cables

Note: These tools are not included with our product. If needed, you can purchase them separately.

2.4 Product Installation

Desktop Installation

To install the device on the desktop, follow the steps:

1. Set the device on a flat surface which is strong enough to support the entire weight of the device with all fittings.
2. Remove the adhesive backing papers from the feet.
3. Attach the feet to the bottom of the device to prevent it from slipping when placed on a desktop.

Figure 2-1 Desktop Installation

[Image showing desktop installation with feet attached to the bottom of the switch]

Rack Installation

To install the device in an EIA standard-sized, 19-inch rack, follow the instructions described below:

1. Check the efficiency of the grounding system and the stability of the rack.
2. Secure the supplied rack-mounting brackets to each side of the device with supplied screws, as illustrated in the following figure.

Figure 2-2 Bracket Installation

[Image showing bracket installation on the switch]

*This image is for demonstration only.

3. After the brackets are attached to the device, use suitable screws (not provided) to secure the brackets to the rack, as illustrated in the following figure.

Figure 2-3 Rack Installation

[Image showing rack installation with brackets secured to the rack]

! Caution:

• Leave 5 to 10 cm gaps around the devices for air circulation.
• Avoid placing heavy things on the device.
• Place the device with its bottom facing downwards.
• Mount devices in sequence from the bottom to top of the rack and ensure a certain clearance between devices for the purpose of heat dissipation.

Chapter 3 Connection

3.1 Ethernet Port

Connect an Ethernet port of the switch to the computer by RJ45 cable as the following figure shows.

Figure 3-1 Connecting the RJ45 Port

[Image showing a computer connected to the switch via an RJ45 cable]

3.2 SFP Slot

The following figure demonstrates the connection of SFP module to an SFP slot.

Figure 3-2 Inserting the SFP Module

[Image showing an SFP module inserted into an SFP slot on the switch]

3.3 Verify Installation

After completing the installation, verify the following items:

• There should be 5 to 10 cm of clearance around the device for ventilation and make sure the air flow is adequate.
• The voltage of the power supply meets the requirement of the input voltage of the device.
• The power socket, device and rack are well grounded.
• The device is correctly connected to other network devices.

3.4 Power On

Plug the negative connector of the provided power cord into the power socket of the device and plug the positive connector into a power outlet as the following figure shows.

Figure 3-3 Connecting to Power Supply

[Image illustrating power connection to the switch and power outlet]

Note: The figure is to illustrate the application and principle. The provided plug and the socket in your region may differ from the figures above.

3.5 Initialization

After the device is powered on, it begins the Power-On Self-Test. A series of tests run automatically to ensure the device functions properly. During this time, its LED indicators will respond in the following order:

1. The Power LED indicator lights on all the time. All other LED indicators keep off.
2. After about 10 seconds, all LED indicators will turn green. Then refer to the LED statuses according to your device model:

• TL-SG216E: All LED indicators except the Power LED will turn off.
• TL-SG220PE: The LED indicators of all the RJ45 ports will turn yellow momentarily, while the rest will remain green. Subsequently, all LED indicators except the PWR LED will turn off. Then the SYS LED indicator will flash, which represent a successful initialization.
• TL-SG228PE: The FAN LED indicator and LED indicators of all the RJ45 ports will turn yellow momentarily. Subsequently, all LED indicators except the PWR LED will turn off. Then the SYS LED indicator will flash, and the FAN and Mode-Speed LED indicators will turn on, which represent a successful initialization.

Chapter 4 Configuration

4.1 Configuration Overview

The switch supports two configuration options:

• Standalone Mode: Configure and manage the switch singly.
• Controller Mode: Configure and manage the network devices centrally. It is recommended in the large-scale network, which consists of mass devices such as access points, switches, and gateways.

Note: The switch support both Standalone Mode and Controller Mode. When the switch is changed from Standalone Mode to Controller Mode, you should reconfigure the switch.

4.2 Standalone Mode

To set up a standalone switch, scan the QR code or refer to the Standalone Configuration Guide at https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/4097/.

[QR Code for Standalone Configuration Guide]

4.3 Controller Mode

To set up a switch with an Omada Controller, scan the QR code or refer to the Omada Controller configuration guide at https://www.tp-link.com/support/faq/4096/.

[QR Code for Controller Configuration Guide]

Omada App

With the TP-Link Omada app, you can access and manage your devices at a local site or remotely with a tap of your phone. You can download and install the TP-Link Omada app from the App Store or Google Play.

[App Store download icon] [Google Play download icon] [QR Code for Omada App] [Download Omada App button]

For detailed instructions on device configuration, refer to the user guides of the Controller and switches. The guides can be found in the support center of our official website: https://www.tp-link.com/support/.

Appendix A Troubleshooting

Q1. What could I do if I forgot the username and password of the switch?

Press the Reset button for at least 5 seconds to reset the system. The system will be reset to the factory default settings, and you can set a new login username and password.

Q2. Why does the PWR/Power LED work abnormally?

The PWR/Power LED should be lit up when the power system works normally. If the PWR/Power LED worked abnormally, try the following:

1. Make sure that the power cable is connected properly, and the power contact is normal.
2. Make sure the voltage of the power supply meets the requirement of the input voltage of the switch.

Q3. What should I do if I cannot access the web management page?

Try the following:

1. Check every port LED on the switch and make sure the Ethernet cable is connected properly.
2. Try another port on the switch and make sure the Ethernet cable is suitable and works normally.
3. Power off the switch and, after a while, power it on again.
4. Make sure the IP address of your PC is set within the subnet of the switch.
5. If you still cannot access the configuration page, please reset the switch to its factory defaults. Then the IP address of your PC should be set as 192.168.0.x ("x" is any number from 2 to 254) and subnet mask as 255.255.255.0.

Appendix B Specifications

Safety Information

• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact TP-Link.
• Place the device with its bottom surface downward.
• The plug on the power supply cord is used as the disconnect device, the socket-outlet shall be easily accessible.
• The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
• Plug the product into the wall outlets with earthing connection through the power supply cord.
• The PoE ports shall not be used to charge lithium batteries or devices supplied by lithium batteries.

This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present.

Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. TP-Link cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to improper use of the device. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk.

For technical support, the user guide and other information, please visit https://www.tp-link.com/support/, or simply scan the QR code.

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