TRENDnet TPE-1620WS 20-Port Gigabit Web Smart PoE+ Switch, 16 PoE+ Ports, 4 Shared RJ-45/SFP Ports, 185W PoE Budget

The TRENDnet TPE-1620WS 20-Port Gigabit Web Smart PoE+ Switch provides a flexible and manageable networking solution for small and medium-sized business environments. Combining Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, PoE+ power delivery and advanced traffic management features, it is designed to simplify network deployment while supporting a wide range of connected devices.

The switch features 16 Gigabit PoE+ ports that deliver both network connectivity and power to compatible devices over a single Ethernet cable. With a total PoE power budget of 185W and up to 30W available per PoE+ port, it supports devices such as wireless access points, IP surveillance cameras, PTZ cameras and VoIP phones.

Four additional shared Gigabit ports provide flexible uplink connectivity. Each shared port can operate as either an RJ-45 copper Ethernet port or an SFP fiber connection, depending on the selected connection. This allows network administrators to choose between copper and fiber uplinks without requiring separate dedicated interfaces.

The TPE-1620WS includes a web-based management interface with advanced networking features such as VLAN, LACP, QoS, IGMP Snooping, IPv6, bandwidth control and access-control functionality. These capabilities help administrators organize network traffic, prioritize important applications and improve network visibility.

For remote management, the switch supports TRENDnet Hive cloud management, available with an additional service fee. Its PoE Alive Check feature can automatically attempt to recover unresponsive powered devices, helping reduce manual troubleshooting.

With a 40Gbps switching capacity, rack-mountable metal housing and built-in power supply, the TRENDnet TPE-1620WS is a practical solution for business networks requiring managed Gigabit connectivity and centralized PoE power.

Important port clarification: The four additional ports are shared RJ-45/SFP interfaces. They are not four RJ-45 ports plus four separate SFP ports.

1. Key Features

• 20-Port Connectivity: 16 Gigabit PoE+ ports and 4 shared Gigabit RJ-45/SFP ports.

• 185W PoE Budget: Powers compatible PoE devices through Ethernet cabling.

• 30W Per PoE+ Port: Supports IEEE 802.3at PoE+ devices.

• Flexible Uplinks: Four shared ports support either RJ-45 Ethernet or SFP fiber connections.

• 40Gbps Switching Capacity: Supports high-speed network traffic.

• Web Smart Management: Browser-based interface for network configuration and monitoring.

• Advanced Network Management: Supports VLAN, LACP, QoS, IGMP Snooping and IPv6.

• Network Security: Supports ACL, 802.1X authentication and other access-control features.

• PoE Alive Check: Automatically attempts to recover unresponsive connected PoE devices.

• TRENDnet Hive Support: Remote cloud management available with an additional service fee.

• Rack-Mountable Design: Includes rackmount brackets for standard network rack installations.

2. Technical Specifications

3. Applications / Use Cases

• Small and medium business network infrastructure

• IP surveillance camera deployments

• Wireless access point connectivity

• VoIP phone installations

• Network connectivity for office workstations

• Fiber-optic uplink connections

• VLAN-based network segmentation

• Multi-floor office network deployments

• Centralized PoE device management

• Business and enterprise network expansion

4. Compatibility

The TPE-1620WS is compatible with standard Gigabit Ethernet devices and IEEE-compliant PoE/PoE+ equipment.

• PoE devices: IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at compatible IP cameras, access points and VoIP phones.

• Non-PoE devices: Standard Ethernet devices can connect to the PoE+ ports without receiving power unless properly identified as PoE devices.

• Copper connections: Cat5e or better Ethernet cabling is recommended for Gigabit connections.

• Fiber connections: Compatible 1000Mbps SFP transceivers can be installed in the four shared uplink slots.

• Network management: Compatible with web-based configuration and SNMP monitoring environments.

• Remote management: Supports TRENDnet Hive cloud management with an additional service fee.

Important: The four uplink ports are shared RJ-45/SFP ports. Using an SFP module in a shared port means its corresponding RJ-45 interface is unavailable for simultaneous use.

5. What's Included

• 1 × TRENDnet TPE-1620WS Web Smart PoE+ Switch

• 1 × Quick Installation Guide

• 1 × CD-ROM (Utility and User's Guide)

• 1 × 1.8m Power Cord

• 1 × Rack-Mount Kit

SFP transceivers and fiber-optic cables are sold separately.

6. FAQs

Q1. How many ports does the TRENDnet TPE-1620WS have?

It has 20 Gigabit ports: 16 dedicated PoE+ RJ-45 ports and four shared RJ-45/SFP uplink ports.

Q2. What is the total PoE power budget?

The switch provides a total PoE power budget of 185W, with up to 30W available per PoE+ port.

Q3. Does the TPE-1620WS support SFP fiber connections?

Yes. It has four shared Gigabit uplink ports that can operate as RJ-45 Ethernet or SFP fiber interfaces. Compatible SFP modules are sold separately.

Q4. Is the TPE-1620WS a managed switch?

It is a Web Smart managed switch. It provides a browser-based management interface with features such as VLAN, LACP, QoS, SNMP and IGMP Snooping.

Q5. Can it power IP cameras and wireless access points?

Yes. Its 16 PoE+ ports support IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at devices, making it suitable for compatible IP cameras, wireless access points and VoIP phones.

Q6. Does the switch support remote cloud management?

Yes. It supports TRENDnet Hive cloud management, which provides remote configuration, monitoring and management. An additional service fee applies.

Q7. Can non-PoE devices connect to the PoE+ ports?

Yes. Standard Ethernet devices can connect to the PoE+ ports. The switch identifies compatible PoE devices before supplying power.

Q8. Is the TPE-1620WS suitable for rack installation?

Yes. It features a 1U rack-mountable design and includes rackmount brackets.

7. Why Buy from Multilink?

Multilink Solutions Inc. supplies networking and connectivity products for business, enterprise and IT infrastructure requirements.

• Genuine networking products from established manufacturers

• Assistance with product selection and compatibility

• Solutions for managed switching and PoE networking

• Support for fiber-optic and copper network deployments

• Product sourcing for business and enterprise infrastructure