The MikroTik CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM is a managed switch equipped with 16 QSFP28 slots (100 Gb/s), 4 SFP28 slots (25 Gb/s), and 2 10G Ethernet ports (1 / 2.5 / 5 / 10 Gb/s). It comes with the preinstalled RouterOS v7 system with a Level 5 license, providing the same management features as other devices from the Latvian manufacturer, including advanced routing. Additionally, the device is powered by a high-performance AL52400 quad-core processor clocked at 2 GHz and 4 GB of RAM. This allows you to utilize numerous Layer 3 management functions without performance concerns.

The offered product, with its support for very high bandwidth, is ideal for large operator networks, server rooms, and data centers. It enables the creation of a network backbone with 100 Gb/s bandwidth, supporting up to 16 QSFP28 slots. The switch's casing is designed for mounting in a 19" Rack, and the device has a built-in power supply. The maximum power consumption is 183 W.

High performance Layer 3 switch

The switch is equipped with a high-performance ARM AL52400 processor (4 cores, 2 GHz) and 4 GB of DDR4 RAM. It stands out among other solutions in the Cloud Router Switch series, with performance comparable to MikroTik's routers. It comes preinstalled with RouterOS v7 with a Level 5 license, allowing users to take advantage of all Layer 3 management functions. On the day of its release, the offered product is the most powerful device in the CRS series.

16 QSFP28 slots, 4 SFP28 slots, 2 10G Ethernet ports

The device is equipped with 16 QSFP28 slots (100 Gb/s), 4 SFP28 slots (25 Gb/s), and 2 10G Ethernet ports. It enables the creation of a network backbone based on 100 Gb/s speed. The switch is suitable for most operator applications and can also be successfully used in large, extensive corporate networks. The natural applications for the CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM include server rooms and data centers where very high bandwidth is required.

Hot-swap power and fan modules

The offered product features a casing designed for mounting in a 19" Rack, and the set includes brackets and cable management arms. The switch has 2 hot-swap AC power supplies, with a maximum power consumption of 183 W. The device is actively cooled using 4 hot-swap fan modules.

Usage

The MikroTik CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM is an ideal solution for server rooms and data centers. It provides very high local network bandwidth, which is essential for transferring large files. Additionally, thanks to its extensive management features, the switch is also suitable for ISP networks. The ability to create a network backbone based on 100 Gb/s is a significant advantage, whether you have several remote locations that need to be connected with fiber optic cables or all devices are located in a single, main server room.

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