Why settle for just a simple switch when you can have PoE-out, high-speed fiber uplinks, USB storage
compatibility, advanced network control/monitoring, and enough processing power even for some routing or
L3 HW offloading… in a single 1U device and for the best price on the market?
The CRS418-8P-8G-2S+RM combines 16 Gigabit Ethernet ports (eight of them with PoE-out!), two 10G SFP+
cages, USB 3 connectivity, and a powerful quad-core 2.2 GHz CPU in a clean, durable rackmount enclosure.
Also, there’s a Gigabit management port with a direct CPU line.
This is a serious upgrade for anyone looking to replace a jungle of devices with one smart multitasker – built
for real routing workloads, high-bandwidth uplinks, and clean cable management. Whether you’re powering up
access points and CCTV cameras, running a fast NAS with a bunch of modern workstations, or managing the
routing in your mid-sized office, CRS418 handles it all with ease – and on a budget!
Wi-Fi where it matters
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The all-in-one switch/routing champion also delivers 4×4 MIMO dual-band Wi-Fi 6 – for fast, reliable connectivity
wherever you need it. The perfect solution to simplify basement server room setups or medium-sized offices on a
tight budget – now you don’t need to carry a separate access point!
We know rackmounts are not famous for great wireless coverage. That’s why the CRS418 Wi-Fi edition includes
dedicated holes in the back for pigtails, so you can place antennas outside the case if needed.
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Specifications
| Details |
| Product code |
CRS418-8P-8G-2S+5axQ2axQ-RM |
| Architecture |
ARM 64bit |
| CPU |
IPQ-8072A |
| CPU core count |
4 |
| CPU nominal frequency |
2208 MHz |
| Switch chip model |
98DX226S |
| RouterOS license |
5 |
| Operating System |
RouterOS v7 |
| Size of RAM |
1 GB |
| Storage size |
128 MB |
| Storage type |
NAND |
| MTBF |
Approximately 200'000 hours at 25C |
| Tested ambient temperature |
-20°C to 70°C |
| IPsec hardware acceleration |
Yes |
| Suggested price |
$499.00 |
Powering
| Details |
| Number of AC inputs |
2 |
| AC input range |
100-240 |
| Number of PSU slots |
2 |
| Frequency (Hz) |
50-60 |
| Max power consumption |
227 W |
| Max power consumption without attachments |
43 W |
| Cooling type |
4 fans |
PoE-out
| Details |
| PoE-out ports |
Ether9-Ether16 |
| PoE out |
802.3af/at |
| Low voltage PoE-Out current limit |
1.1 A |
| High voltage PoE-Out current limit |
0.56 A |
| Total output power |
150 |
Wireless specifications
| Details |
| Wireless 2.4 GHz Max data rate |
1148 Mbit/s |
| Wireless 2.4 GHz number of chains |
4 |
| Wireless 2.4 GHz standards |
802.11b/g/n/ax |
| Antenna gain dBi for 2.4 GHz |
5 |
| Wireless 2.4 GHz chip model |
QCN-5024 |
| Wireless 2.4 GHz generation |
Wi-Fi 6 |
| Wireless 5 GHz Max data rate |
2400 Mbit/s |
| Wireless 5 GHz number of chains |
4 |
| Wireless 5 GHz standards |
802.11a/n/ac/ax |
| Antenna gain dBi for 5 GHz |
6 |
| Wireless 5 GHz chip model |
QCN-5054 |
| Wireless 5 GHz generation |
Wi-Fi 6 |
Ethernet
| Details |
| 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports |
17 |
| Number of 1G Ethernet ports with PoE-out |
8 |
Fiber
Peripherals
| Details |
| Serial console port |
RJ45 |
| Number of USB ports |
1 |
| USB Power Reset |
Yes |
| USB slot type |
USB 3.0 type A |
| Max USB current (A) |
1 |
Other
| Details |
| CPU temperature monitor |
Yes |
| Current Monitor |
Yes |
| PCB temperature monitor |
Yes |
| Voltage Monitor |
Yes |
| Mode button |
Yes |
Certification & Approvals
| Details |
| Certification |
CE, FCC, IC, EAC, ROHS |
| IP |
20 |
Included parts
Safety and regulatory informationOpen
SFP compatibility listOpen
RouterOS software manualOpen
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Switching results
Ethernet test results
- All tests are done with Xena Networks specialized test equipment (XenaBay),and done according to RFC2544 (Xena2544)
- Max throughput is determined with 30+ second attempts with 0,1% packet loss tolerance in 64, 512, 1518 byte packet sizes
- Test results show device maximum performance, and are reached using mentioned hardware and software configuration, different configurations most likely will result in lower results
IPsec test results
- All tests are done with Xena Networks specialized test equipment (XenaBay),and done according to RFC2544 (Xena2544)
- Max throughput is determined with 30+ second attempts with 0,1% packet loss tolerance in 64, 512, 1400 byte packet sizes
- Test results show device maximum performance, and are reached using mentioned hardware and software configuration, different configurations most likely will result in lower results
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..
