Product Type | Gigabit PoE+ Surveillance Switch |
Model | TPE-3018LS |
Form Factor | 1U Rack-Mountable |
Housing Material | Metal |
Weight | 6.45 lbs. |
Power Requirements | 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz |
Maximum Power Consumption | 220 Watt (PoE budget), 14 Watt (idle) |
MTBF | 331,516 Hours |
Warranty | Lifetime Warranty |
TRENDnet TPE-3018LS 18-Port Gigabit PoE+ Smart Surveillance Switch





Key Benefits

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- Designed specifically for surveillance with 16 Gigabit PoE+ ports and smart features to optimize security camera deployments
- High reliability supported by 331,516-hour MTBF and lifetime warranty, ideal for 24/7 critical applications
- TAA compliance and Taiwanese origin suit public sector and government installations
Product Overview
The TRENDnet TPE-3018LS 18-Port Gigabit PoE+ Smart Surveillance Switch is purpose-built to support PoE-centric surveillance infrastructures. Outfitted with 16 Gigabit PoE+ ports, this device delivers both power and data to connected IP cameras, VoIP phones, and access points, ensuring optimal network performance with a 2000 Mbps switching capacity. A high total PoE budget of 220W simplifies installation by eliminating the need for nearby AC outlets for compatible devices.
Housed in a 1U rack-mountable metal chassis, the switch offers a compact form factor (17.3" W x 9.8" D x 1.74" H) and operates efficiently within a wide temperature range (32°F to 104°F). The TPE-3018LS features surveillance-optimized management tools for traffic segmentation, performance monitoring, and PoE allocation, making it ideal for securing scalable video security deployments. With an MTBF of over 331,000 hours and a lifetime warranty, this switch is built for reliability and minimal maintenance in always-on environments.
The unit is TAA-compliant and assembled in Taiwan, supporting government installation standards. It includes a universal 100-240V AC power supply and draws just 14W when idle. A quick installation guide is included to streamline setup. Designed with a balance of throughput, PoE capacity, and reliability, this model is a cost-effective solution for small to medium-sized IP surveillance networks.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Capability |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Taiwan |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | FCC, CE, RoHS |
Safety Standards | cUL, UL 60950 |
Advanced Security Features
Access Control | MAC Address Filtering |
Storm Control | Supported |
Port Security | Enabled |
Loop Detection | Yes |
802.1x Port-Based Authentication | Yes |
Interfaces
Total Ethernet Ports | 18 |
Gigabit PoE+ Ports | 16 |
Gigabit SFP Slots | 2 |
Ethernet Standards | IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3x, 802.3af, 802.3at, 802.3az |
Switching Capacity | 36 Gbps |
Packet Forwarding Rate | 26.78 Mpps |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.3 Inch |
Depth | 9.8 Inch |
Height | 1.74 Inch |
Operating Temperature Range | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Storage Temperature Range | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Cooling Method | Fanless |
Rack Mountable | Yes |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Web-based GUI |
Management Features | VLAN, QoS, Port Trunking, IGMP Snooping, Port Mirroring, Bandwidth Control, PoE Scheduling |
SNMP Support | v1, v2c |
Firmware Upgradable | Yes |
Included Software or Tools | Smart Surveillance Switch Management Features |