Description
TRENDnet TPE-1620WS: 16-Port PoE+ Web Smart Switch for SMB Networks
Upgrade your small to medium business network with the TRENDnet TPE-1620WS, a 20-port Gigabit PoE+ Web Smart switch designed to power and manage heterogeneous edge devices with ease. Featuring 16 PoE+ ports and 4 shared Gigabit ports, this switch delivers up to 30W per PoE+ port and a total 185W power budget, ensuring IP cameras, VoIP phones, and wireless access points operate reliably from a single centralized device. Its web-based management, VLAN capabilities, and advanced QoS options give IT teams the control they need to optimize performance, security, and energy usage across the network. Built for rack mounting and SMB environments, the TPE-1620WS blends enterprise-grade features with approachable setup, reducing complexity while expanding capacity for growing networks.
- 16 PoE+ ports with up to 30W per port and a total 185W budget empower you to power high-demand devices such as cameras, IP phones, and wireless APs directly from the switch, simplifying wiring and reducing clutter.
- 4 shared Gigabit ports provide flexible uplink or access options, enabling you to configure a scalable topology that fits your office layout and bandwidth needs without adding extra hardware.
- Web Smart management delivers an intuitive graphical interface for VLAN segmentation, QoS prioritization, port mirroring, and PoE scheduling, helping you optimize performance and energy use while maintaining security.
- Robust SMB-oriented features including VLAN support, QoS for voice and video, IGMP snooping for efficient multicast handling, and per-port configuration, all accessible through a browser-based dashboard.
- Rack-mountable design with included mounting hardware makes it easy to integrate into standard 19-inch racks, keeping network gear organized and accessible in a compact footprint.
Technical Details of TRENDnet TPE-1620WS
- Ports: 16 x PoE+ ports (IEEE 802.3at/af) plus 4 x shared Gigabit ports for uplink or access.
- PoE Power Budget: 185W total, with support for up to 30W per PoE+ port to power high-demand devices.
- Management: Web-based (GUI) management with VLAN support, QoS, port mirroring, and PoE scheduling to control traffic and power delivery.
- Security & Features: IGMP Snooping for efficient multicast, per-port configuration, and reliable Layer-2 switching to segment and protect network traffic.
- Rack Compatibility: Rack-mountable 1U chassis with included mounting ears for convenient integration into standard equipment racks.
How to install TRENDnet TPE-1620WS
- Step 1: Prepare and mount the switch in a standard 19-inch rack using the included mounting hardware, ensuring adequate clearance for ventilation and cable management.
- Step 2: Connect power to a reliable power source and verify basic power-on indicators so the switch boots normally before proceeding with network configuration.
- Step 3: Connect PoE devices to the 16 PoE+ ports and connect non-PoE devices or uplinks to the 4 shared Gigabit ports, creating your initial topology according to your deployment plan.
- Step 4: Access the web-based management interface from a computer on the same network. Obtain or assign an IP address for the switch and log in using the admin credentials provided by TRENDnet documentation.
- Step 5: Configure VLANs to segment traffic (for example, separate guest networks, cameras, and voice traffic), set QoS to prioritize critical services (such as VoIP and video), and define PoE settings (scheduling, power limits) to optimize energy usage.
- Step 6: Save and apply your configuration, then monitor port status and PoE usage through the dashboard to ensure devices are receiving power and data streams are behaving as expected.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: How many PoE+ ports does the TRENDnet TPE-1620WS have? A: The switch includes 16 PoE+ ports along with 4 shared Gigabit ports for flexible uplink or access configurations.
- Q: What is the total PoE budget? A: The TPE-1620WS provides a total PoE budget of 185W, allowing multiple devices to be powered simultaneously from the switch.
- Q: Does it support VLAN and QoS? A: Yes. The Web Smart interface enables VLAN segmentation and QoS settings to prioritize critical applications like voice and video.
- Q: Can I mount it in a rack? A: Absolutely. It is designed to be rack-mountable and ships with mounting hardware for standard 19-inch racks.
- Q: What kinds of devices can be powered via PoE on this switch? A: You can power IP cameras, VoIP phones, wireless access points, and other compatible PoE devices up to 30W per port, subject to the overall 185W budget.
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