MikroTik CRS518-16XS-2XQ Switch, Cloud Router Switch, 2x 100G QSFP28, 16x SFP28, 1x RJ45 100Mb/s

Connectivity for your server room

The MikroTik CRS518-16XS-2XQ-RM switch ensures efficient traffic management in large corporate networks and data centres. The device offers a total throughput of 1.2 Tbps, enabling lightning-fast data exchange without delays. With two 100G QSFP28 ports and sixteen 25G SFP28 ports, the hardware is perfectly suited to demanding performance requirements.

High performance of the Marvell chipset

At the heart of the device is the advanced Marvell Prestera Aldrin2 chipset, which is responsible for efficient packet processing. L3 Hardware Offloading technology significantly reduces the load on the processor by moving routing handling directly to the switch. The hardware helps with smooth traffic filtering and enforcing security rules within the infrastructure.

Uptime and security

The device design ensures there are no unnecessary network outages. The use of two hot-swap power supplies and four replaceable fans allows them to be replaced while the hardware is running. This architecture increases overall reliability and helps maintain a stable IT environment.

Flexible port configuration

The 25G SFP28 sockets are backward compatible with 10G and 1G standards. This solution makes it easy to connect older and newer generation devices in a single rack cabinet. The switch also offers strong support for technologies such as VLAN (802.1Q), LACP, MLAG and Jumbo frames.

Advanced RouterOS v7 system

The installed RouterOS v7 system allows extensive configuration of network parameters and easy traffic management. The device draws only 45 W without accessories, which helps reduce energy costs. The 1U rack mounting kit makes quick installation in standard server cabinets easy.

Who is this product for?

• For data centres requiring high port density of 25G and 100G.
• For corporate networks looking for an efficient distribution-layer switch.
• For internet service providers (ISPs) building infrastructure backbones.
• For IT administrators who value easy expansion and L3 feature support.

Benefits

• Two 100G QSFP28 ports: help create ultra-fast backbone connections.
• Sixteen 25G SFP28 ports: offer broad options for connecting servers and access devices.
• Hot-swap power and cooling: allows components to be replaced without switching off the device.
• L3 hardware acceleration: helps reduce CPU load and increase routing speed.
• Low power consumption: helps optimise infrastructure operating costs.