MikroTik CCR2116-12G-4S – Ethernet router

We wanted to see the full potential of the good, old, reliable 10G networking combined with a modern CPU. CCR2116-12G-4S allows you to forget about CPU limitations in your setup. Like its younger brother – the amazing CCR2004, this router features the mighty Amazon Annapurna Labs Alpine CPU.  But with 16 cores running at 2 GHz, this CCR eats the other one for breakfast. For example, we see at least a 15% increase in single-core performance. And that is the most important aspect when it comes to heavy operations based on per-connection processing. Like queues, for example. CCR2116-12G-4S sets a new standard of single-core performance in the whole CCR product family! And it supports Layer 3 Hardware Offloading!  Obviously, you need the right connectivity to harness this power. There are four 10G SFP ports. They have a separate, full-duplex line connected to the Marvell Aldrin family switch chip. Then we have Gigabit Ethernet ports. 12 of them are running through the Marvel chip. And there is another Gigabit port connected directly to the CPU. For management purposes.  Each group of 4 ports has a separate full-duplex connection to the switch chip. No bottlenecks here. You can expect switch-like throughput in most setups. The new generation of processors offers mind-blowing performance. If we look at the CCR1036 – the powerhouse with a 36 core CPU, the new CCR2116 can easily double the performance. 16 cores vs 36 cores. Double the performance. Or even more.  If you are a rather large ISP, dealing with dynamic routing, massive BGPs, complex firewall rules, and intricate quality of service configurations..This is the right device for you. Combination of raw power and utility with the reliable 10G networking. And yes, like with any ISP-level device, we’ve included a dual-redundant power supply. So you have one less thing to worry about.  CCR2116-12G-4S : technology tested by time, built for the future.     Specifications    Gallery  Test results Specifications CCR2116-12G-4S Architecture ARM 64bit CPU AL73400 CPU core count 16 CPU nominal frequency 2000 MHz Switch chip model 98DX3255 Dimensions 443 x 199 x 44 mm RouterOS license 6 Operating System RouterOS v7 Size of RAM 16 GB Storage size 128 MB Storage type NAND MTBF Approximately 200’000 hours at 25C Tested ambient temperature -20°C to 60°C IPsec hardware acceleration Yes Suggested price $995.00 Powering Details Number of AC inputs 2 AC input range 100-240 Number of PSU slots 2 Frequency (Hz) 47-63 Max power consumption 83 W Max power consumption without attachments 60 W Cooling type 4 fans Ethernet Details 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports 13 Fiber Details SFP ports 4 Peripherals Details Serial console port RJ45 Number of M.2 slots 1 Other Details CPU temperature monitor Yes PCB temperature monitor Yes Voltage Monitor Yes Mode button Yes Certification & Approvals Details Certification CE, EAC, ROHS Included parts  IEC cord  IEC cord  Rackmount bracket white  K-57 kit  The device has an operating system preinstalled and licensed. No separate purchase is necessary and the product is ready to use. The device includes free software updates for the life of the product or a minimum of 5 years starting from date of purchase..  Related products UP1302C-12  $59  S-85DLC05D  $22.00  PW48V-12V85W  $49