MikroTik 400G Cloud Router Switch — CRS812-8DS-2DQ-2DDQ-RM

This compact 1U rackmount switch delivers high-speed connectivity for data centers. It combines flexible port types with powerful MikroTik software. As a result, it suits aggregation and spine applications. Moreover, it balances price and performance for modern networks.

• Ports: 8x SFP28 ports for 25G/10G/1G traffic.
• High-speed uplinks: 2x QSFP28 ports for 100G links.
• 400G-ready: 2x QSFP-DD ports for 400G aggregation.
• Rack form factor: 1U chassis with front ports and rear power inputs.
• Software: Supports RouterOS and SwOS modes for routing or switching.
• Hardware offload: Built-in switching chip for line-rate forwarding.
• Management: Web GUI, CLI, Winbox, SNMP, and scripting support.
• Layer support: Full Layer 2 features and common Layer 3 routing protocols.
• Redundancy: Dual power inputs for backup power connections.
• Cooling: Efficient fans for consistent airflow and thermal control.

Key benefits include flexible port mixes for mixed-speed networks. Therefore, you can deploy it as an aggregation switch. Additionally, it supports modern 25G and 100G server uplinks. Consequently, it future-proofs growing infrastructures.

• Simple setup with GUI and automated scripts.
• Advanced features such as VLANs, QoS, ACLs, and routing.
• Low latency hardware switching for performance-sensitive traffic.
• Space-saving 1U design for dense racks.

Typical uses are spine and leaf designs, metro aggregation, and high-density server farms. Also, it fits service-provider edge sites needing high throughput. Furthermore, it offers a strong price-to-performance balance for tight budgets.

Includes a 12-month manufacturer-backed warranty. For exact technical data, consult official product resources or authorized distributors. Specifications reflect manufacturer information available up to mid-2024.