Mikrotik CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM 100G Enterprise Switch

The Mikrotik CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM 100G Enterprise Switch is a high-performance, Layer 3-ready switch that sets a new benchmark for affordable 100 Gigabit connectivity. Equipped with 4 x 25G SFP28 ports and 16 x 100G QSFP28 ports, this switch is engineered for data-intensive applications across ISPs, large-scale enterprises, and data centers. With robust switching performance, dual power redundancy, and flexible OS support, the Mikrotik CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM 100G Enterprise Switch is built to deliver speed, stability, and scalability.

Key Features of Mikrotik CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM 100G Enterprise Switch

• 16 x 100G QSFP28 ports for ultra-high throughput networking
• 4 x 25G SFP28 ports for flexible uplink or aggregation
• Dual hot-swappable power supplies for redundant power
• Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities with RouterOS or SwitchOS
• Non-blocking throughput with up to 3.2 Tbps switching capacity
• Advanced VLAN, LACP, STP, ACL, and Jumbo Frame support
• 1U rackmount metal housing with smart airflow and cooling
• Hot-swappable fan modules for enterprise-grade reliability

Performance of Mikrotik CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM 100G Enterprise Switch

The Mikrotik CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM 100G Enterprise Switch is purpose-built for handling massive traffic loads. Whether you’re connecting high-speed server racks, deploying inter-rack spine-leaf topologies, or linking campus core routers, the CRS520 ensures lightning-fast packet forwarding. Its hardware-level switching fabric supports full wire-speed performance, and the 3.2 Tbps switching capacity guarantees seamless performance even during peak traffic hours.

Use Cases for Mikrotik CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM 100G Enterprise Switch

This switch is the ideal choice for Tier-1 ISPs, hyperscale data centers, telecom operators, CDN providers, and research campuses that need ultra-high-speed interconnects. With its blend of affordability, reliability, and throughput, the Mikrotik CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM 100G Enterprise Switch enables a future-ready infrastructure without breaking the budget.

Why Choose Mikrotik CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM 100G Enterprise Switch

Mikrotik has revolutionized high-speed networking by making 100G connectivity accessible. The Mikrotik CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM 100G Enterprise Switch combines powerful hardware with flexible software and dual-boot OS architecture. Choose RouterOS for advanced Layer 3 routing and firewall, or SwitchOS for simplified Layer 2 management. Either way, this switch delivers the core of an ultra-fast, reliable, and scalable network backbone.

Technical Specifications

• Model: CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM
• QSFP28 Ports: 16 x 100G
• SFP28 Ports: 4 x 25G
• Switching Capacity: 3.2 Tbps
• Forwarding Rate: Over 2.3 Bpps
• Operating Systems: RouterOS (Level 5) / SwitchOS (dual boot)
• Cooling: Dual hot-swappable fans
• Power: Dual hot-swappable PSU (redundant)
• Form Factor: 1U Rackmount
• Management: CLI, Winbox, WebFig, SNMP, REST API

Step into the era of affordable high-speed networking with the Mikrotik CRS520-4XS-16XQ-RM 100G Enterprise Switch — designed to meet the growing demands of next-gen enterprise infrastructure.