TRENDnet TPE-3018LS 18-Port Gigabit PoE+ Smart Surveillance Managed Switch, 16 PoE+ Ports, 220W Budget, 2 Shared RJ-45/SFP Ports, ONVIF, 36Gbps

The TRENDnet TPE-3018LS 18-Port Gigabit PoE+ Smart Surveillance Switch is designed to simplify the installation, management and monitoring of IP surveillance networks. Combining PoE+ connectivity with ONVIF-based camera management, this smart managed switch provides an integrated solution for security installers, system integrators and business network administrators.

18-Port Gigabit PoE+ Connectivity

The TPE-3018LS provides 16 Gigabit PoE+ RJ-45 ports for connecting compatible IP cameras, wireless access points and other powered network devices. Two additional shared Gigabit ports support either RJ-45 Ethernet or SFP fiber connectivity, providing flexible uplink options.

220W PoE Power Budget

The switch provides a total PoE power budget of 220W, with up to 30W available per PoE+ port. It supports IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at standards, delivering data and power over a single Ethernet cable to compatible devices.

ONVIF Smart Surveillance Management

The integrated surveillance management interface helps administrators discover compatible ONVIF IP cameras and NVRs. Users can view connected devices, upload building floorplans to create electronic surveillance maps, modify supported camera IP settings, upgrade camera firmware and manage camera administrator credentials through the switch interface.

PoE Self-Healing and Extended Distance

The PoE device alive-check feature monitors connected powered devices and attempts to recover unresponsive equipment by restarting the corresponding PoE port. The switch also supports extended PoE+ transmission distances of up to 200m (656ft.) at 10Mbps, making it useful for camera installations where standard Ethernet distances are insufficient.

Advanced Network Management

The TPE-3018LS supports VLAN configuration, link aggregation, Quality of Service, IGMP Snooping, port bandwidth management, port mirroring, SNMP and IPv6. These features provide administrators with greater control over network traffic, segmentation and monitoring.

Rackmount Design and Power Monitoring

The front-panel four-digit LED display provides PoE power statistics, including total power, available power and per-port consumption. Its 1U, 19-inch rackmount design makes it suitable for server rooms, surveillance cabinets and commercial network installations.

1. Key Features

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

• 220W PoE Budget: Powers multiple compatible PoE-enabled cameras and network devices.

• 30W Per PoE+ Port: Supports IEEE 802.3at PoE+ devices on ports 1–16.

• ONVIF Surveillance Management: Discovers compatible IP cameras and NVRs through the switch interface.

• PoE Self-Healing: Automatically checks connected powered devices and attempts recovery by rebooting the PoE port.

• Extended PoE Distance: Supports PoE+ transmission up to 200m (656ft.) at 10Mbps.

• 36Gbps Switching Capacity: Provides high-speed Gigabit network switching.

• Flexible Uplinks: Two shared Gigabit RJ-45/SFP ports support copper or compatible fiber connectivity.

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

• Surveillance Dashboard: Displays connected device information and network monitoring data.

• Rackmount Installation: 1U, 19-inch rackmount design with mounting kit included.

• NDAA/TAA Compliance: Manufacturer-listed compliance for the United States and Canada.

2. Technical Specifications

3. Applications / Use Cases

• IP Surveillance Networks: Connect and power multiple compatible IP cameras.

• NVR Systems: Integrate ONVIF-compatible cameras and network video recorders.

• Commercial Security Installations: Build centralized camera networks for offices, warehouses and retail facilities.

• Long-Distance Camera Connections: Extend PoE+ connectivity up to 200m at 10Mbps.

• Multi-Camera Monitoring: Manage connected surveillance devices through the web-based interface.

• Business Networks: Connect Gigabit Ethernet devices while using VLAN and QoS controls.

• Fiber Network Uplinks: Use compatible SFP modules in the shared uplink ports.

• Network Infrastructure Cabinets: Install the switch in a standard 19-inch rack.

4. Compatibility

The TPE-3018LS supports standard Ethernet devices and compatible IEEE 802.3af/802.3at powered devices.

Compatible equipment includes:

• ONVIF-compatible IP cameras

• Network video recorders (NVRs)

• PoE and PoE+ security cameras

• Gigabit Ethernet switches

• Network routers and gateways

• Compatible wireless access points

• VoIP phones

• Compatible 1000Mbps SFP modules

Important compatibility notes:

• ONVIF camera discovery and camera-management functions require compatible ONVIF devices.

• Each PoE+ port supports up to 30W, subject to the overall 220W PoE budget.

• The two uplink ports are shared RJ-45/SFP interfaces. Each port uses either copper Ethernet or SFP, not both simultaneously.

• SFP modules are sold separately.

• Extended PoE distance operates at up to 10Mbps, not Gigabit speeds.

5. What's Included

• TRENDnet TPE-3018LS 18-Port Gigabit PoE+ Smart Surveillance Switch

• Quick Installation Guide

• AC power cord (1.5m / 5ft.)

• Rackmount kit

6. Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How many ports does the TRENDnet TPE-3018LS have?

It has 18 ports: 16 Gigabit PoE+ RJ-45 ports and two shared Gigabit RJ-45/SFP ports.

Q2. What is the PoE power budget?

The switch provides a total PoE budget of 220W, with up to 30W per PoE+ port.

Q3. Does the TPE-3018LS support ONVIF cameras?

Yes. Its surveillance management interface supports device discovery for compatible ONVIF IP cameras and NVRs.

Q4. Can the switch automatically restart an unresponsive IP camera?

Yes. Its PoE device alive-check feature monitors connected powered devices and attempts to recover an unresponsive device by restarting its PoE port.

Q5. What is the maximum PoE transmission distance?

The switch supports extended PoE+ transmission up to 200m (656ft.) at 10Mbps. The extended-distance mode does not provide Gigabit speeds.

Q6. Does the TPE-3018LS support fiber connectivity?

Yes. It has two shared Gigabit RJ-45/SFP ports that support compatible 1000Mbps SFP modules. SFP modules are sold separately.

Q7. Is the TPE-3018LS a managed switch?

Yes. It is a smart managed switch with a web-based management interface and features such as VLAN, QoS, LACP, IGMP Snooping and SNMP.

Q8. Can the TPE-3018LS be installed in a network rack?

Yes. It features a 1U, 19-inch rackmount design and includes a rackmount kit.

7. Why Buy from Multilink?

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

• Genuine networking products from established manufacturers.

• Product information focused on technical accuracy and compatibility.

• Solutions for surveillance, business networking and infrastructure expansion.

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