TL-SF1024D 10/100Mbps Desktop/Rackmount Switch

The TL-SF1048 rackmount switch transforms your network infrastructure with 48 dedicated Fast Ethernet ports, delivering consistent 10/100Mbps connectivity across your entire organization. This enterprise-grade networking solution addresses the growing demand for reliable, high-density port configurations in modern business environments.

Technical Specifications and Performance

Network administrators choose the TL-SF1048 for its robust hardware foundation and dependable switching capabilities. Each port supports full wire-speed forwarding at 10/100Mbps, ensuring your data packets traverse the network without bottlenecks or delays.

Key technical features include:

• 48 x 10/100Mbps Auto-Negotiating RJ45 ports
• 9.6Gbps switching capacity with 7.14Mpps forwarding rate
• 8K MAC address table for comprehensive device management
• Store-and-forward switching architecture
• IEEE 802.3x flow control support

The switching fabric architecture within the TL-SF1048 processes network traffic efficiently, maintaining optimal performance even during peak usage periods across all connected devices.

Professional Installation and Rack Integration

This 1U rackmount design integrates seamlessly into standard 19-inch server racks, maximizing your data center’s vertical space utilization. The TL-SF1048 measures 440 x 200 x 44mm, fitting perfectly alongside your existing network infrastructure components.

Installation considerations include:

• Front-to-back airflow design for optimal cooling
• Redundant power supply compatibility options
• Cable management brackets included
• Professional mounting hardware provided
• Hot-swappable capabilities for maintenance

Data center technicians appreciate the thoughtful engineering that makes the TL-SF1048 straightforward to deploy and maintain within existing rack environments.

Energy Efficiency and Environmental Compliance

Modern businesses require networking equipment that balances performance with environmental responsibility. The TL-SF1048 incorporates advanced power management features that reduce operational costs while maintaining network reliability.

Environmental specifications demonstrate the switch’s suitability for various deployment scenarios:

• Operating temperature range: 0°C to 40°C
• Storage temperature tolerance: -40°C to 70°C
• Humidity resistance: 10% to 90% non-condensing
• Power consumption: <32W maximum
• MTBF rating exceeding 100,000 hours

These specifications ensure the TL-SF1048 operates reliably across diverse environmental conditions, from climate-controlled server rooms to challenging industrial settings.

Network Management and Monitoring Features

The TL-SF1048 provides comprehensive network visibility through its integrated LED diagnostic system. Each port features dedicated status indicators that display link activity, speed negotiation results, and collision detection in real-time.

Monitoring capabilities include:

• Per-port link/activity LED indicators
• Speed negotiation status displays
• Full-duplex operation confirmation
• Collision and error detection alerts
• Power status verification

These diagnostic features enable network administrators to troubleshoot connectivity issues quickly, minimizing downtime and maintaining optimal network performance across all connected endpoints.

Applications and Use Cases

Enterprise environments deploy the TL-SF1048 across various scenarios where high port density and reliable connectivity prove essential. The switch excels in office networks, educational institutions, and small-to-medium manufacturing facilities.

Typical deployment scenarios include:

• Departmental network aggregation points
• Workstation connectivity in open office layouts
• IP phone and VoIP system integration
• Security camera network infrastructure
• Guest network isolation and management

The versatile port configuration allows network architects to design scalable solutions that accommodate current requirements while providing expansion capacity for future growth initiatives.