TP-Link Omada SG3428MP

The TP-Link Omada SG3428MP is a 28-port Gigabit L2+ managed PoE switch designed for business networks, offices, schools, hotels, surveillance systems, campuses and professional Omada deployments. It combines 24 Gigabit PoE+ RJ45 ports with 4 SFP fibre uplink slots, making it suitable for networks that need both powered Ethernet connections and fibre connectivity.

Its key advantage is the substantial 384W PoE power budget. The 24 RJ45 ports support IEEE 802.3af/at PoE, with up to 30W available from an individual port, subject to the switch's overall power budget. This makes the SG3428MP suitable for powering compatible wireless access points, IP cameras, VoIP phones and other PoE devices without installing separate power adapters at every endpoint.

The SG3428MP also forms part of TP-Link's Omada networking ecosystem. It supports centralised Omada management together with standalone management options, making it suitable for both centrally controlled business networks and individually managed installations. Customers looking to buy TP-Link Omada SG3428MP in Kenya can check current availability and pricing from Tawa.

Key Features of TP-Link Omada SG3428MP

• 24 × 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 PoE+ ports

• 4 × 100/1000 Mbps SFP slots

• IEEE 802.3af/at PoE support

• Up to 30W PoE output per port

• 384W total PoE power budget

• 56 Gbps switching capacity

• 41.66 Mpps packet forwarding rate

• 16K MAC address table

• 12 Mbit packet buffer

• Static routing

• VLAN support

• Access Control Lists

• Quality of Service

• IGMP Snooping

• OAM and DDM support

• Ethernet Ring Protection Switching

• Omada centralised management

• Standalone Web, CLI, SNMP and RMON management

• RJ45 console port

• Micro-USB console port

• Two integrated cooling fans

• Rack-mountable metal chassis

• 100–240V AC power input

• Dimensions: 440 × 330 × 44 mm

24 Gigabit PoE+ Ports

The TP-Link Omada SG3428MP provides 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports with IEEE 802.3af/at PoE support. A compatible powered device can therefore receive network connectivity and electrical power through the same Ethernet cable.

This is particularly useful for installations involving equipment such as IP surveillance cameras, wireless access points, VoIP phones and other standards-compliant PoE devices.

Individual supported ports can provide up to 30W, while the switch provides a combined 384W PoE budget. The actual number of devices that can be powered at once therefore depends on how much power each connected device requires.

For a professional deployment, calculate the maximum expected PoE consumption of all connected devices before selecting the switch.

384W PoE Power Budget

The 384W total PoE budget is one of the major reasons to choose the SG3428MP over smaller PoE switches.

It provides sufficient capacity for relatively large groups of powered network devices, although installers should not assume that all 24 ports can each consume the maximum 30W simultaneously.

For example, a deployment containing a mixture of wireless access points, IP cameras and phones may remain comfortably inside the available budget because different devices draw different amounts of power.

Always compare the rated PoE consumption of each connected device against the available 384W total.

Fibre Uplinks with 4 SFP Slots

The SG3428MP includes 4 × 100/1000 Mbps SFP slots for compatible fibre transceivers.

These interfaces can be useful for linking the switch to another switch, distribution cabinet, server room or building using optical fibre instead of copper Ethernet.

The correct SFP module depends on factors such as:

• Fibre type

• Required transmission distance

• Connector type

• Optical wavelength

• Single-mode or multimode infrastructure

SFP transceivers should therefore be selected according to the actual network design rather than assumed to be universally interchangeable.

Customers can check compatible switching and fibre accessories from Tawa when planning the installation.

Switching Performance

TP-Link specifies a 56 Gbps switching capacity and a 41.66 Mpps packet forwarding rate for the SG3428MP.

The switch also provides a 16K MAC address table and a 12 Mbit packet buffer.

These specifications make it suitable for business environments where numerous Ethernet endpoints, wireless access points, surveillance cameras and other network devices may be communicating simultaneously.

The RJ45 access ports operate at up to Gigabit Ethernet speeds, so the SG3428MP is intended primarily for Gigabit access networking rather than 2.5G, 5G or 10G access connections.

Omada Centralised Management

The SG3428MP supports integration with TP-Link's Omada Software Defined Networking platform.

In a compatible Omada deployment, administrators can manage supported switches, wireless access points and gateways centrally rather than configuring each unit independently.

This can be particularly useful for:

• Hotels

• Schools

• Campuses

• Offices

• Retail locations

• Multi-site businesses

• Managed Wi-Fi installations

• Enterprise networks

Centralised management can simplify configuration, monitoring and ongoing network administration.

TP-Link also supports standalone management, so the switch does not have to operate as part of an Omada controller deployment.

Standalone Network Management

For networks that do not require centralised Omada control, the SG3428MP supports standalone management methods including:

• Web management

• Command-line interface

• SNMP

• RMON

The switch also provides both an RJ45 console port and a Micro-USB console port.

This gives network engineers several options for configuration, administration and troubleshooting.

VLAN Support

The TP-Link Omada SG3428MP supports VLAN functionality, allowing administrators to divide a physical network into separate logical network segments.

A business could, for example, separate:

• Staff devices

• Guest Wi-Fi

• CCTV equipment

• VoIP phones

• Management systems

• Servers

• Other infrastructure

Proper network segmentation can make a network easier to control and can support better security practices when implemented together with suitable routing and firewall policies.

Static Routing

The SG3428MP provides static routing as part of its L2+ feature set.

Static routes allow administrators to define how selected traffic should travel between IP networks.

This can be useful for internal network segmentation and can reduce unnecessary forwarding to an upstream device in certain network designs.

However, the SG3428MP should not automatically be treated as a replacement for a dedicated router or firewall. Functions such as WAN connectivity, NAT, VPN termination and advanced perimeter security may still require separate networking equipment.

Quality of Service

The switch supports Quality of Service, allowing administrators to prioritise selected traffic.

QoS can be useful on networks carrying different types of applications at the same time, particularly where voice, video or other delay-sensitive services must coexist with ordinary data traffic.

Correctly configured traffic prioritisation can help maintain more predictable performance when network links become busy.

Multicast Support

The SG3428MP supports IGMP Snooping for multicast traffic management.

Instead of unnecessarily flooding multicast traffic across all switch ports, IGMP Snooping allows the switch to manage forwarding according to multicast membership information.

This may be useful in environments using IPTV, video distribution or other multicast applications.

Network Security and Access Control

TP-Link lists several enterprise-oriented management and security capabilities for the SG3428MP, including Access Control Lists and other managed-switch security features.

ACLs allow administrators to create rules controlling which traffic is permitted or restricted according to the network policy.

Because security features are only effective when configured properly, larger deployments should be planned and implemented carefully.

For businesses requiring structured cabling, fibre infrastructure, enterprise networking, ISP deployment or professional network design, OrbitLink Solutions can assist with network implementation while Tawa remains the primary destination for purchasing the equipment.

Ethernet Ring Protection Switching

The SG3428MP supports Ethernet Ring Protection Switching (ERPS).

ERPS is intended for network designs that use Ethernet ring topologies and require rapid recovery when a link in the ring fails.

This functionality is more relevant to professional, campus, ISP and enterprise network designs than to ordinary small-office installations.

Rack-Mountable Design

The SG3428MP uses a metal rack-mountable enclosure measuring approximately:

440 × 330 × 44 mm

It is designed for installation in a suitable network or server rack.

TP-Link specifies two cooling fans, so buyers installing the switch in an office or other noise-sensitive environment should remember that this is an actively cooled enterprise switch rather than a fanless desktop model.

Proper cabinet ventilation should also be maintained, particularly when the switch is powering many PoE devices.

Best Uses for TP-Link Omada SG3428MP

The SG3428MP is particularly suitable for:

• Business Wi-Fi deployments

• Omada access-point networks

• IP CCTV systems

• Office networks

• Schools and campuses

• Hotels

• Retail environments

• VoIP deployments

• Enterprise network cabinets

• Multi-floor network installations

• Fibre-linked network cabinets

• Professional managed networks

Its combination of 24 powered Ethernet ports, fibre uplinks and advanced management capabilities makes it particularly useful where a basic unmanaged switch would not provide sufficient control.

Who Should Buy TP-Link Omada SG3428MP?

The TP-Link Omada SG3428MP is a sensible option for organisations that require approximately two dozen Gigabit PoE ports together with managed networking features.

Potential buyers include:

• IT departments

• Network installers

• System integrators

• Schools

• Hotels

• Businesses

• CCTV installers

• Managed service providers

• Enterprise network administrators

For a small network that requires only four or eight connections, the SG3428MP may provide considerably more capacity than necessary.

Its strengths become more relevant when the installation requires 24 PoE+ ports, a substantial PoE budget, fibre uplinks and professional network management.

TP-Link Omada SG3428MP Price in Kenya

The TP-Link Omada SG3428MP price in Kenya should be confirmed at the time of purchase.

Pricing can vary according to:

• Current stock availability

• Exchange rates

• Shipping and import costs

• Hardware revision

• Accessories supplied with the order

Check Tawa for the latest SG3428MP price and availability in Kenya rather than relying on an outdated fixed figure.

When requesting a quotation, it is also sensible to confirm the exact hardware revision being supplied because TP-Link has released multiple SG3428MP hardware versions.

What to Check Before Buying

Before purchasing the TP-Link Omada SG3428MP, confirm:

• How many PoE devices will be connected

• Maximum combined PoE consumption

• Whether devices support IEEE 802.3af or 802.3at

• Required number of fibre links

• Correct SFP transceiver type

• Whether Omada centralised management will be used

• Rack space and cabinet depth

• Cooling and ventilation requirements

• Required VLAN and routing configuration

• Exact hardware revision supplied

Also confirm separately whether SFP modules, patch cords or other accessories are included in the seller's package. Their inclusion should not be assumed unless stated in the actual Tawa listing or quotation.

Buy TP-Link Omada SG3428MP in Kenya

The TP-Link Omada SG3428MP is designed for professional networks that need substantial PoE capacity together with managed Gigabit switching. Its combination of 24 Gigabit PoE+ ports, four SFP interfaces, 384W PoE budget, static routing, VLAN support and Omada management makes it suitable for offices, campuses, hospitality networks, surveillance installations and other structured business deployments.

Before ordering, confirm your total PoE requirements, required fibre transceivers, rack environment and the exact SG3428MP hardware revision being supplied.

To buy TP-Link Omada SG3428MP in Kenya, check the current price, stock status and compatible accessories directly from Tawa.