MikroTik CRS312-4C+8XG-RM

MikroTik CRS312-4C+8XG-RM – Network Switch L3, 10G, Ethernet (100/1000/10000), 1U, White

Description Overview

It’s a rackmount Ethernet switch that supports multi‑gigabit connections (up to 10 Gbps per port) and offers both copper and fiber connectivity options. It’s part of MikroTik’s CRS (Cloud Router Switch) line, combining robust switching hardware with flexible software features.

Specifications

General

• Model: CRS312‑4C+8XG‑RM

• Product type: Managed Layer‑3 capable switch

• Form factor: 1U rackmount (standard rack ears included)

• Dimensions: 443 × 183 × 44 mm

• Operating temperature: –30 °C to +70 °C

• MTBF: ~200,000 hours at 25 °C

• Ingress protection: IP20

Hardware

• CPU: QCA9531 single‑core @ 650 MHz

• Architecture: MIPSBE

• RAM: 64 MB

• Storage: 16 MB Flash

• Switch chip: 98DX8212

Ports & Interfaces

• 8 × 1G/2.5G/5G/10G RJ45 Ethernet ports (auto‑negotiating)

• 4 × 10G combo ports (each can be 10G RJ45 or 10G SFP+)

• 1 × 10/100 Mbps RJ45 (management port)

• 1 × Serial console port (RJ45)

• 1 × USB Type‑A port (with power reset support, up to 1 A)

Performance

• Non‑blocking throughput: 120 Gbps

• Switching capacity: 240 Gbps

• Forwarding rate: ~178 Mpps

Software & Management

• Operating systems: Dual‑boot RouterOS v7 or SwitchOS

• RouterOS license level: 5

• Supports: VLANs, LACP, STP/RSTP/MSTP, ACLs, IGMP snooping (features vary by OS)

Power & Cooling

• 2 × AC power inputs (100–240 V) with redundancy

• Max power consumption: ~60 W

• Cooling: 4 × active fans

Certifications

• CE, EAC, RoHS approved

MikroTik CRS312-4C+8XG-RM Key Features

• High‑speed 10 GbE connectivity with 8 × 10G RJ45 Ethernet ports — supports 1G/2.5G/5G/10G over copper.

• 4 × 10G combo ports that can be used as 10G RJ45 or 10G SFP+ fiber ports (software selectable).

• Up to 12 usable 10 Gbps links (8 fixed + 4 combo) for flexible copper/fiber deployment.

• Dual‑boot operating system: choose between RouterOS v7 (advanced routing) or SwitchOS (simplified switching).

• Non‑blocking throughput: 120 Gbps total switching capacity for high‑performance data transfer.

• Switching capacity: 240 Gbps with ~178 Mpps forwarding rate.

• Dual AC power inputs with redundant power support for reliability.

• Rackmount 1U form factor — fits standard server racks.

• Smart active cooling (4 fans) for sustained performance.

• Management and console ports: dedicated management Ethernet port + RJ45 serial console.

MikroTik CRS312-4C+8XG-RM Advantages

High‑Speed Multi‑Gig Performance

• Supports up to 12 active 10 Gbps connections — 8 fixed RJ45 10G ports plus 4 combo RJ45/SFP+ ports — ideal for demanding LAN environments and heavy data flows.

• Non‑blocking throughput of 120 Gbps with 240 Gbps switching capacity ensures smooth, high‑bandwidth traffic without bottlenecks.

Flexible Connectivity

• 4 combo ports can be used as either 10G RJ45 or 10G SFP+ fiber, giving you flexibility between copper and fiber links based on distance and cabling needs.

Dual‑Boot OS Options

• Choose RouterOS v7 for advanced routing and network management or SwitchOS for simpler layer‑2 switching.

Redundancy & Reliability

• Dual AC power inputs provide redundancy so the switch keeps running even if one power source fails — great for mission‑critical setups.

Professional Design

• 1U rackmount form factor fits standard equipment racks, making it suitable for enterprise, studio, or data‑center environments.

• Active cooling (fans) keeps performance stable under load.

Management & Configuration

• Includes console port and USB port for configuration, scripting, backups and power‑reset support.

Versatile Use Cases

• Perfect for high‑bandwidth applications like multimedia production, big data workflows, scientific environments, and enterprise networks where speed and uptime matter.