TP SX3016F

Overview

Upgrade your enterprise network infrastructure with the TP-Link TL-SX3016F JetStream managed switch. Designed for small to large business environments, this device delivers a robust non-blocking 320 Gbps switching capacity across 16 full-duplex 10GE SFP+ slots. It ensures lightning-fast connectivity and high-bandwidth aggregation, making it an ideal backbone solution for demanding networks that require reliability and speed.

Description

The TP-Link TL-SX3016F is a powerful Layer 2+ managed switch engineered to streamline your network operations while maintaining top-tier performance. This unit offers seamless integration with the Omada SDN platform, allowing for centralized cloud management across multiple sites. Key benefits include dual redundant power supply support for enhanced uptime, comprehensive security protocols like IP-MAC-Port Binding and 802.1X authentication, and full fiber connectivity via SFP+ ports. The switch supports advanced traffic management through static routing and enterprise-grade QoS, ensuring critical applications receive the bandwidth they need.

The TL-SX3016F serves as a versatile component in your data center or server room, combining high-speed 10G fiber connectivity with flexible management options. Whether you are looking to expand an existing network or build a new one from scratch, this switch provides the necessary tools for scalability and security.

Features

Hardware and Connectivity Specifications
The physical design of the TL-SX3016F focuses on performance and ease of installation within standard equipment racks. The unit comes equipped with 16 ports dedicated to high-speed SFP+ modules, allowing for fiber optic connections that eliminate latency bottlenecks. For local management, administrators have access to both a traditional RJ45 console port and a modern Micro-USB console port. The device is supported by a single cooling fan designed to maintain optimal operating temperatures even under heavy load.

• 16x 10GE SFP+ Slots for high-speed fiber connectivity
• 1x RJ45 Console Port and 1x Micro-USB Console Port
• Rack-mountable design with included rackmount kit
• Dimensions: 17.3 x 8.7 x 1.7 inches (440 x 220 x 44 mm)
• Power Input: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
• Max Power Consumption: 32.74 W

Performance and Switching Capabilities
At the heart of this switch is a massive switching fabric capable of handling up to 320 Gbps of throughput without packet loss. The packet forwarding rate reaches an impressive 238.08 Mpps, ensuring that data moves rapidly between connected devices regardless of network congestion. To support large-scale operations and high-bandwidth applications like video streaming or large file transfers, the switch supports jumbo frames up to 9 KB.

• Total Switching Capacity: 320 Gbps
• Packet Forwarding Rate: 238.08 Mpps
• MAC Address Table Size: 32 K entries
• Jumbo Frame Support: Up to 9 KB

Network Management and Security Features

The TL-SX3016F offers a comprehensive suite of Layer 2 and L2+ features designed to give network administrators full control over their infrastructure. Integration with the Omada Software Defined Networking (SDN) ecosystem enables zero-touch provisioning, intelligent monitoring, and unified configuration across all compatible devices including access points and routers. This centralized approach simplifies operations for multi-site deployments in hospitality, education, retail, or corporate offices.

Security is a top priority with integrated strategies such as ACLs, port security, and 802.1X authentication to protect your LAN investment. The device supports both IPv4 and IPv6, including static routing capabilities for efficient traffic direction. Advanced features like bandwidth control, storm protection, and detailed QoS settings allow you to prioritize critical traffic and prevent network disruptions caused by broadcast storms or unauthorized access attempts.

• Omada SDN integration for centralized cloud management
• Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP) for rapid deployment
• L2/L2+ features including Static Routing, IGMP Snooping, and QoS
• Security protocols: IP-MAC-Port Binding, ACLs, 802.1X, DoS Defense
• Dual Image support with dual configuration backup

What's in the box
The package includes everything needed to get the TL-SX3016F up and running quickly in your network environment.

• TL-SX3016F Switch Unit
• 2x Power Cords
• Rackmount Kit for standard 19-inch racks
• Quick Installation Guide
• Rubber Feet for desktop or shelf placement

The product part number is TP SX3016F, also identified as TL-SX3016F. This model represents a reliable choice for organizations seeking to upgrade to 10G networks without compromising on manageability or security.

Specifications

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Specifications
Product Code	TP SX3016F
HARDWARE FEATURES
Interface	16x 10GE SFP+ Slots
	1x RJ45 Console Port
	1x Micro-USB Console Port
Fan Quantity	1
Power Supply	100-240 V AC~50/60 Hz
Dimensions ( W x D x H )	17.3 x 8.7 x 1.7 in (440 x 220 x 44 mm)
Mounting	Rack Mountable
Max Power Consumption	32.74 W (220 V / 50 Hz)
Max Heat Dissipation	111.71 BTU/hr (220 V / 50 Hz)
PERFORMANCE
Switching Capacity	320 Gbps
Packet Forwarding Rate	238.08 Mpps
MAC Address Table	32 K
Jumbo Frame	9 KB
SOFTWARE FEATURES
Quality of Service	8 priority queues
	802.1p CoS/DSCP priority
	Queue scheduling
	- SP (Strict Priority)
	- WRR (Weighted Round Robin)
	- SP+WRR
	Bandwidth Control
	- Port/Flow based Rating Limiting
	Smoother Performance
	Action for Flows
	- Mirror (to supported interface)
	- Redirect (to supported interface)
	- Rate Limit
	- QoS Remark
L2 and L2+ Features	Link Aggregation
	- static link aggregation
	- 802.3ad LACP
	- Up to 8 aggregation groups, containing 8 ports per group
	Spanning Tree Protocol
	- 802.1d STP
	- 802.1w RSTP
	- 802.1s MSTP
	- STP Security: TC Protect, BPDU Filter, Root Protect
	Loopback Detection
	- Port based
	- VLAN based
	Flow Control
	- 802.3x Flow Control
	- HOL Blocking Prevention
	Mirroring
	- Port Mirroring
	- CPU Mirroring
	- One-to-One
	- Many-to-One
	- Tx/Rx/Both
L2 Multicast	IGMP Snooping
	- IGMP v1/v2/v3 Snooping
	- Fast Leave
	- IGMP Snooping Querier
	- IGMP Authentication
	IGMP Authentication
	MLD Snooping
	- MLD v1/v2 Snooping
	- Fast Leave
	- MLD Snooping Querier
	- Static Group Config
	- Limited IP Multicast
	MVR
	Multicast Filtering: 256 profiles and 16 entries per profile
VLAN	VLAN Group
	- Max 4K VLAN Groups
	802.1Q Tagged VLAN
	MAC VLAN: 30 Entries
	Protocol VLAN: Protocol Template 16, Protocol VLAN 16
	Private VLAN
	GVRP
	VLAN VPN (QinQ)
	- Port-Based QinQ
	- Selective QinQ
	Voice VLAN
Access Control List	Time-based ACL
	MAC ACL
	- Source MAC
	- Destination MAC
	- VLAN ID
	- User Priority
	- Ether Type
	IP ACL
	-Source IP
	- Destination IP
	- Fragment
	- IP Protocol
	- TCP Flag
	- TCP/UDP Port
	- DSCP/IP TOS
	- User Priority
	Combined ACL
	Packet Content ACL
	IPv6 ACL
	Policy
	- Mirroring
	- Redirect
	- Rate Limit
	- QoS Remark
	ACL apply to Port/VLAN
Security	IP-MAC-Port Binding
	- 512 Entries
	- DHCP Snooping
	- ARP Inspection
	- IPv4 Source Guard: 100 Entries
	IPv6-MAC-Port Binding
	- 512 Entries
	- DHCPv6 Snooping
	- ND Detection
	- IPv6 Source Guard: 100 Entries
	DoS Defend
	Static/Dynamic Port Security
	- Up to 64 MAC addresses per port
	Broadcast/Multicast/Unicast Storm Control
	- kbps/ratio control mode
	802.1X
	- Port base authentication
	- Mac base authentication
	- VLAN Assignment
	- MAB
	- Guest VLAN
	- Support Radius authentication andaccountability
	AAA (including TACACS+)
	Port Isolation
	Secure web management through HTTPS with SSLv3/TLS 1.2
	Secure Command Line Interface (CLI) management with SSHv1/SSHv2
	IP/Port/MAC based access control
IPv6	IPv6 Dual IPv4/IPv6
	Multicast Listener Discovery (MLD) Snooping
	IPv6 ACL
	IPv6 Interface
	Static IPv6 Routing
	IPv6 neighbor discovery (ND)
	Path maximum transmission unit (MTU) discovery
	Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP) version 6
	TCPv6/UDPv6
	IPv6 applications
	- DHCPv6 Client
	- Ping6
	- Tracert6
	- Telnet (v6)
	- IPv6 SNMP
	- IPv6 SSH
	- IPv6 SSL
	- Http/Https
	- IPv6 TFTP
L3 Features	16 IPv4/IPv6 Interfaces
	Static Routing
	- 48 static routes
	Static ARP
	- 128 Static Entries
	Proxy ARP
	Gratuitous ARP
	DHCP Server
	DHCP Relay
	- DHCP Interface Relay
	- DHCP VLAN Relay
	DHCP L2 Relay
Management	Web-based GUI
	Command Line Interface (CLI) through the console port, telnet
	SNMP v1/v2c/v3
	- Trap/Inform
	- RMON (1,2,3,9 groups)
	SDM Template
	DHCP/BOOTP Client
	802.1ab LLDP/LLDP-MED
	DHCP AutoInstall
	Dual Image, Dual Configuration
	CPU Monitoring
	Cable Diagnostics
	EEE
	Password Recovery
	SNTP
	System Log
Advanced Features	Support Omada Hardware Controller (OC200/OC300), Software Controller, Cloud-Based Controller
	Automatic Device Discovery
	Batch Configuration
	Batch Firmware Upgrading
	Intelligent Network Monitoring
	Abnormal Event Warnings
	Unified Configuration
	Reboot Schedule
	ZTP (Zero-Touch Provisioning)
MIBs	MIB II (RFC1213)
	Interface MIB (RFC2233)
	Ethernet Interface MIB (RFC1643)
	Bridge MIB (RFC1493)
	P/Q-Bridge MIB (RFC2674)
	RMON MIB (RFC2819)
	RMON2 MIB (RFC2021)
	Radius Accounting Client MIB (RFC2620)
	Radius Authentication Client MIB (RFC2618)
	Remote Ping, Traceroute MIB (RFC2925)
	Support TP-Link private MIB
OTHERS
Certification	CE, FCC, RoHS
Package Contents	TL-SX3016F Switch
	2x Power Cords
	Quick Installation Guide
	Rackmount Kit
	Rubber Feet
Environment	Operating Temperature: 0-45 degreesC (32-113 degreesF)
	Storage Temperature: -40-70 degreesC (-40-158 degreesF)
	Operating Humidity: 10-90% RH non-condensing
	Storage Humidity: 5-90% RH non-condensing

FAQ

Does this switch support cloud management for multiple sites?
The TL-SX3016F integrates with the Omada SDN platform, allowing you to manage the network from a single interface across multiple locations using Zero-Touch Provisioning and centralized cloud access.

How does this switch ensure network reliability in case of power failure?
The device is equipped with dual redundant power supplies that back each other up, making it an ideal choice for maintaining reliable networking architecture without interruption.

What types of connections can I make to this managed switch?
This unit features 16 full 10GE SFP+ slots for high-bandwidth fiber connectivity and includes both an RJ45 Console Port and a Micro-USB Console Port for local management access.

Can I use this switch in a rack-mounted environment?
Yes, the TL-SX3016F is designed to be rack mountable and comes with a rackmount kit included in the package contents for easy installation.

What security features are available to protect my LAN investment?

The switch offers robust security strategies including IP-MAC-Port Binding, ACLs, Port Security, 802.1X Authentication, and DoS defense to secure your enterprise network against threats.