The CRS518-16XS-2XQ-RM is a next-generation 100 Gigabit smart switch engineered for enterprise networks, service providers, and data-center environments that demand extreme throughput, scalability, and reliability. Delivering up to 1.2 Tbps of switching capacity, it is built to handle the most demanding aggregation and core networking workloads.
The switch features 16 high-speed fiber ports for dense access connectivity and two 100G uplink ports for backbone or data-center interconnects, providing exceptional port density in a compact 1U rackmount form factor. This makes it ideal for consolidating high-bandwidth links while maintaining headroom for future network growth.
Running RouterOS v7, the CRS518-16XS-2XQ-RM supports advanced switching, monitoring, ACLs, and light Layer-3 routing, allowing it to serve as a powerful aggregation or core switch. Designed for mission-critical deployments, it includes hot-swappable components and a robust chassis to maximize uptime in always-on environments.
MikroTik is a global networking brand that manufactures routers, switches, wireless, Access Point, fiber, and LTE networking equipment. Its products are widely used by ISPs, enterprises, and system integrators for building scalable, high-performance networks.
Yes. MikroTik supports advanced routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VLANs, and VPN technologies, making it suitable for ISP, enterprise, and complex network environments.
MikroTik products are available through authorized distributors. North American Cable (NACE) supplies genuine MikroTik equipment with reliable availability and distributor-level support for professional network deployments.
Yes. MikroTik is widely used for wireless and fiber deployments, offering indoor and outdoor access points, fiber switches, SFP/SFP+ modules, and high-capacity routing solutions for scalable networks.
Yes. MikroTik is designed to integrate easily with existing network infrastructure. It supports standard networking protocols, VLANs, routing, fiber and Ethernet connections, allowing it to work seamlessly alongside equipment from other vendors in enterprise, ISP, wireless, and fiber networks.
