MikroTik CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM Network Switch
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At the forefront of networking, the CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM offers extra processing power, 4 GB of DDR4 RAM, and the best price per 100 Gigabit port. It features 16x 100 Gigabit QSFP28 ports, 4x 25 Gigabit SFP28 ports, and 2x 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports, making it ideal for enterprise networks, data centres, and multimedia studios.
With a powerful quad-core ARM CPU running at 2 GHz, this switch is capable of handling more than just typical switching tasks. It also supports OSPF/BGP, VPNs, ACLs, Jumbo frames, and L3HW offloaded routing for optimal performance. One of its key advantages is future-proofing, with software updates continuously adding more hardware offloaded features, all without any additional costs or subscriptions. Furthermore, the switch comes equipped with two hot-swap power supplies and four hot-swap fans for efficient cooling.
Tech Specs
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| Device Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Specifications | |
| Product Code | CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM |
| Architecture | ARM 64bit |
| CPU | AL52400 |
| CPU Core Count | 4 |
| CPU Frequency | 2 GHz |
| Switch Chip Model | 98CX8410 |
| RouterOS License | 5 |
| Operating System | RouterOS v7 |
| Size of RAM | 4 GB |
| Storage Size | 128 MB |
| Storage Type | NAND |
| MTBF | Approximately 200,000 hours at 25°C |
| Tested Ambient Temperature | -20°C to 50°C |
| Suggested Price | $2195.00 |
| Powering | |
| Number of AC Inputs | 2 |
| AC Input Range | 100-240 |
| Number of PSU Slots | 2 |
| Frequency | 50-60 Hz |
| Max Power Consumption | 150 W (220 W with both PSUs) |
| Max Power (No Attachments) | 123 W |
| Cooling Type | 4 Fans |
| Ethernet | |
| 1G/2.5G/5G/10G Ethernet Ports | 2 |
| Fiber | |
| 25G SFP28 Ports | 4 |
| 100G QSFP28 Ports | 16 |
| Peripherals | |
| Serial Console Port | RJ45 |
| Other | |
| CPU Temperature Monitor | Yes |
| PCB Temperature Monitor | Yes |
| Voltage Monitor | Yes |
| Certification & Approvals | |
| Certification | CE, EAC, ROHS |
| IP Rating | 20 |
FAQs
Q: What is the MikroTik CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM designed for?
A: The MikroTik CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM is a high-performance Cloud Router Switch built for enterprise and service provider networks, offering advanced Layer 3 routing and switching with 400G capacity.
Q: What hardware performance does the CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM deliver?
A: It is powered by a high-speed ARM64 CPU with 8GB of RAM, providing exceptional throughput and low-latency switching for demanding network environments.
Q: What are the connectivity options on the CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM?
A: The switch includes 16× 100G QSFP28 ports and 4× 25G SFP28 ports, allowing flexible high-speed uplinks and aggregation for enterprise and data center deployments.
Q: Does the CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM support advanced routing and security protocols?
A: Yes, it supports Layer 3 dynamic routing with BGP and OSPF, VLAN management, ACLs, traffic shaping, and firewall rules to meet enterprise security standards.
Q: Is the MikroTik CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM future-proof for growing networks?
A: Absolutely. With its 400G switching capacity and multi-gigabit interfaces, it ensures scalability and performance for next-generation enterprise and ISP infrastructures.
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