MikroTik CRS518-16XS-2XQ Enterprise Switch

As demand for high-capacity networking grows, MikroTik delivers a new enterprise-grade solution: the CRS518-16XS-2XQ. Designed for data centers and large-scale networks, this switch combines serious performance with cost efficiency.

Equipped with 2 × 100G QSFP28 ports and 16 × 25G SFP28 ports (backward compatible with 10G and 1G), the CRS518 offers flexibility for any deployment. Dual-redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fans ensure maximum uptime with minimal risk.

Powered by the Marvell Prestera Aldrin2 switch chip, the CRS518 brings advanced features such as L3 hardware offloading, VLAN (802.1Q/802.1ad), ACL, LACP, MLAG, Jumbo Frames, and IGMP/MLD snooping—all running on RouterOS for seamless integration.

In a real-world setup, the CRS518 excels as a distribution switch, linking access-level devices to core routers (such as the CCR2216) over blazing-fast 100G connections. It efficiently manages traffic, enforces policies, and scales effortlessly with your network.

Power efficiency:

• Board consumption: up to 45W

• Maximum with attachments: 77W

• Input voltage range: 100–240V

The CRS518 is part of MikroTik’s growing 100G ecosystem—routers, switches, cables, and modules—delivering enterprise speed and flexibility at an unmatched price.

Key Features:

• 2 × 100G QSFP28 + 16 × 25G SFP28 ports

• Redundant hot-swappable PSUs and fans

• Advanced L3 hardware offloading

• Wide compatibility with 1G/10G/25G SFP devices

• Enterprise-grade reliability and scalability