Name: CRS326-24S+2Q+RM Mikrotik 24-Ports 10GBase-X 2-Ports 40GBase-X QSFP+ Single Port Fast Ethernet Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Switch
Brand: MikroTik
SKU: CRS326-24S+2Q+RM
Price: 862.64 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Mikrotik CRS326-24S+2Q+RM combines high-speed 10G and 40G fiber ports with Layer 3 management in a rack-mount form factor. It fits well into enterprise networks or data centers needing solid routing alongside fast switching, offering network professionals a versatile and dependable option for their infrastructure.

General Information
Brand	MikroTik
Part Number	CRS326-24S+2Q+RM
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	24 x SFP+ (10G), 2 x QSFP+ (40G)
Number of Ports	26-Ports
Port Type	SFP+, QSFP / QSFP+
Port Speed	10G,40G
UpLink Ports	2 x 40G QSFP+
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	640 Gbps
DRAM	1 GB
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP+,QSFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	16384

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, OSPF, BGP, VRRP, IGMP
Remote Protocols	Yes
Management Interfaces	Web GUI (WebFig), Winbox, CLI (SSH/Telnet), Serial Console, SNMP
Management Type	In-band (Ethernet) and Out-of-band (Serial Console)
Security	SSH, HTTPS, ACL, Port Security
Remote Management Protocol	SSH, HTTPS, HTTP, Telnet, SNMP
Routing Protocol	Static, RIP, OSPF, BGP, VRRP

Power & Cooling
Fans	1

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3ae (10G), IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.3x (Flow Control)

Product Description
The Mikrotik CRS326-24S+2Q+RM is a powerful managed switch built for environments requiring fast, reliable fiber connectivity. It’s commonly found in data centers, server rooms, and enterprise networks where 10G and 40G speeds are essential. Network administrators and IT professionals often choose this switch for its robust Layer 3 routing, making it suitable for complex network setups needing both switching and routing in one device. Key Features High-density 24 SFP+ ports offering 10G fiber connections Dual QSFP+ ports provide flexible 40G uplink or stacking options Advanced Layer 3 routing protocols for efficient traffic management Fully managed with RouterOS for extensive configuration options Durable rack-mount chassis designed for professional network environments This switch is typically deployed in mid to large-scale network infrastructures where fiber optic performance and routing flexibility are critical. It handles demanding workloads and helps streamline network traffic with reliable hardware and software integration.

Use Cases
The Mikrotik CRS326-24S+2Q+RM is ideally suited for environments requiring high-throughput fiber connectivity combined with Layer 3 routing capabilities. It is particularly beneficial for enterprise IT teams and data center operators managing complex network topologies and demanding workloads. How It's Used: Deployed in data center aggregation layers to interconnect multiple 10G and 40G fiber links for high-bandwidth server clusters. Utilized by enterprise network administrators to segment and route traffic across VLANs in campus environments. Integrated into service provider edge networks to handle multi-gigabit fiber uplinks and routing between customer sites. Employed in virtualization environments for connecting storage arrays and compute nodes with low-latency 10G/40G links. Installed in rack deployments where space efficiency and consolidated fiber management are critical. This switch enhances operational efficiency by consolidating high-speed routing and switching functions in a single device, facilitating scalable network designs. Its fiber-centric architecture supports future growth while maintaining consistent performance across demanding enterprise and data center applications.