Network switch TP-LINK OMADA ES220GP Managed 18x Gigabit (10/100/1000) with PoE+ support

TP-LINK OMADA ES220GP Managed 18x Gigabit (10/100/1000) with PoE+ support is a rack-mountable managed network switch designed for small to medium office networks and surveillance deployments. The unit provides 18 Gigabit RJ-45 ports, including PoE/PoE+ on multiple ports, two Gigabit SFP slots for fiber uplinks, an 8k MAC address table and a switching capacity of 40 Gbit/s. It supports common Ethernet and switching standards for VLAN, QoS and multicast control and is compatible with Omada Central cloud management for centralised configuration and monitoring.

Advantages

The ES220GP combines full Gigabit port density with PoE+ capability, allowing powered devices such as access points and IP cameras to receive both data and power over a single cable. Managed features include VLAN tagging, QoS prioritisation and IGMP snooping to optimise traffic for surveillance and converged networks. A metal casing and rack-mount design provide stable operation in wiring closets, while centralised Omada management simplifies deployment and monitoring across multiple sites.

Suitable for

• Small and medium office networks requiring centralised management and PoE delivery
• IP surveillance systems where PoE+ powers cameras and streamlines installation
• Wired access point backhaul for Wi‑Fi coverage with centralized control via Omada
• Network aggregation and uplinks using the two Gigabit SFP slots

When it may not be suitable

This switch does not support 10 Gigabit ports; environments that demand 10G uplinks or very high-throughput server connections may require a higher-tier model. The unit is optimised for rack mounting and fixed installations—portable, compact, or unmanaged plug-and-play-only scenarios might be better served by different product types.

Key specifications

• Port configuration: 18× Gigabit RJ-45 ports (10/100/1000) with multiple PoE/PoE+ ports
• Additional ports: 2× Gigabit SFP slots for fiber uplinks
• PoE budget: 150 W total, with up to 30 W per PoE port (compliant with 802.3af/at)
• Switching capacity: 40 Gbit/s
• MAC address table size: 8,000 entries
• Supported standards: IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3at, IEEE 802.3x
• Management: Managed switch with web/Omada Central cloud management support
• Form factor: Rack-mountable metal chassis, black colour

How to use

Install the ES220GP into a standard equipment rack and connect AC power via the rear AC-in jack. Connect Ethernet devices to the Gigabit RJ-45 ports; devices that require power over Ethernet will receive power automatically on PoE-enabled ports following configuration. Use the web-based management interface or Omada Central (cloud or on-premises) to configure VLANs, QoS, port settings and monitoring. Use the SFP slots for fiber uplinks to core switches or aggregation points and verify PoE budget allocation when deploying many powered devices.

What to consider before purchase

• Required uplink bandwidth: this model provides Gigabit ports and dual SFP slots but not 10G connectivity
• PoE budget versus device consumption: total 150 W budget and per-port power limits must match connected devices
• Rack space and ventilation needs: designed for rack mounting in a network cabinet or closet
• Management preference: intended for managed networks with Omada Central or local web management

Usage recommendations

Plan PoE allocation before installation: list each PoE device’s power draw to ensure the 150 W budget and per-port limits are not exceeded. Use VLANs and QoS to separate surveillance traffic from general data to maintain stable video streams. When using fiber uplinks, verify SFP module compatibility and configure link aggregation or spanning tree as needed for redundancy.