TP-Link TL-SX3008F 10GE Switch Review

In this video we're going to take a look at TP-Link's TL-SX3008F network switch

TP-Link TL-SX3008F 8 Port 10G SFP+ Switch
https://amzn.to/432Kjg3

It's a 10GE network switch, with 8 SFP+ ports and it's part of their JetStream range

Although aimed at small businesses, this is a switch which I feel brings 10GE within reach of the retail market

With console ports and GUI management, this Layer 2+ switch is not just a managed switch, it also offers Layer 3 features with the potential for centralised management

But what features does it offer and is it worth considering?

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Initial Connectivity:

One option for configuration is via a console session and although you get a cable for the RJ45 port, you would likely require a USB to Serial adapater like this to be able to use it
https://amzn.to/3mhLnfw

Alternatively you could purchase an all in one cable like this
https://amzn.to/3Llh2Wc

The switch also has a micro-USB console port you could use instead, but bear in mind this disables the RJ45 port when used and is only available when the switch is up and running, whereas the RJ45 port will allow console access even as the switch is powering on or rebooting

The best option is to just use the RJ45 port as you can't use both ports at the same time

One thing to note is that if you're familiar with Cisco devices, configuration in this console will feel like Deja Vu

The switch can be managed over the network via a web GUI as well as using Telnet and SSH, but for small businesses the GUI is most likely to be used

As these are SFP+ ports, however, you'll need SFPs to connect anything to the switch

You can use Direct Access Cables (DACs) to save on costs, but you need to make sure these will be compatible at both ends, like this one I used for a Dell Server with Intel NICs for instance
https://amzn.to/3oITzq7

You can use copper and fibre SFPs to make compatibility easier but the concern with copper is there will be more power draw and more heat generation which can be a problem for switches that don't have lots of fans to ensure good airflow

As such, I opted for fibre connectivity outside of the rack and used these SFPs
10Gtek 10G SFP+ SR Multimode Fibre Module- 10GBase-SR LC Transceiver
https://amzn.to/3CRCnDk

As well as some OM3 cables like these
10Gtek OM3 LC to LC Duplex Fiber Patch Cable 1m
https://amzn.to/3piiXTU

Overall Opinion:
This switch has a lot of features, even ones that I'd only expect service providers to use

Although it doesn't offer any dynamic routing protocols, that's not really a problem as the direction of networking is towards basic Layer 2 switching while the real work is done within a virtual environment

In addition, VLANs are better handled by a firewall, making Layer 3 switches less of a requirement these days

It is disappointing that SSH can only offer security as strong as the now deprecated SHA1, but the expectation is that small businesses would manage this through a GUI anyway

Having said that, there is the option for centralised management using an Omada controller, although from a security perspective I'd opt for a local controller rather than exposing a network to a cloud portal

One appealing thing about Omada is that this isn't just for managing switches, but also other TP-Link devices like Routers and Access Points

So it would make sense to use this if you have several devices to manage

NOTE: I am part of the Amazon affiliate program and may earn commission through Amazon website links if used. However, there is no additional cost to the buyer

Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:00 Overview
06:24 Console Access
14:55 Web Access
16:51 System Settings
22:25 L2 Features
43:07 L3 Features
46:49 QoS Settings
56:36 Security Settings
01:11:50 Maintenance Settings
01:23:52 Summary

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