MikroTik CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ 16-Core Cloud Core Router 12x25G 2x100G

The MikroTik CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ Cloud Core Router is a flagship 100 Gigabit-class routing platform built around a 16-core ARM 64-bit AL73400 CPU running at 2000 MHz and the Marvell Prestera Aldrin2 switch chip (98DX8525), which enables L3 Hardware Offloading for wire-speed forwarding at scale. Four 25 G CPU-to-switch interconnects feed 2 x QSFP28 (100 GbE) and 12 x SFP28 (25 GbE) fiber cages alongside a single Gigabit Ethernet copper port, delivering a versatile high-density port configuration suited to demanding enterprise core and data-center aggregation roles. The platform ships with 16 GB of RAM, 128 MB of NAND storage, and two M.2 SATA expansion slots, giving operators both immediate capacity and a clear path to additional local storage. Resilience is built in through dual hot-swap redundant AC power supplies (100–240 V) and four hot-swappable fans, holding maximum consumption to 128 W. IPsec hardware acceleration offloads encryption workloads from the CPU, keeping routing throughput high even under encrypted tunnels. The unit runs MikroTik RouterOS v7 under a Level 6 license and carries CE, EAC, and RoHS certifications.

Key features & benefits

• 16-Core ARM 64-bit Processor at 2 GHz — The AL73400 CPU delivers substantial compute headroom for complex routing tables, firewall rules, and encrypted tunnel termination without sacrificing packet-forwarding rates.
• L3 Hardware Offloading via Marvell Prestera Aldrin2 (98DX8525) — The dedicated switch chip moves Layer 3 forwarding decisions off the CPU entirely, enabling line-rate performance across all ports and freeing CPU cycles for control-plane and management tasks.
• 100 GbE and 25 GbE High-Density Port Mix — Two QSFP28 cages provide 100 Gigabit uplink or inter-chassis connectivity, while twelve SFP28 cages support 25 GbE server or aggregation links, all on a single 1U chassis.
• IPsec Hardware Acceleration — Dedicated hardware offload for IPsec encryption and decryption keeps VPN throughput high without burdening the general-purpose CPU cores.
• Dual Redundant Hot-Swap Power Supplies — Two independently replaceable AC power supplies operating across 100–240 V ensure continuous operation during a PSU failure or scheduled maintenance, a critical requirement for always-on infrastructure.
• Four Hot-Swappable Cooling Fans — Individual fan modules can be replaced without powering down the router, reducing planned maintenance windows and supporting high-availability deployments.
• 16 GB RAM with Expandable Storage — Large system memory accommodates extensive routing tables and services, while two M.2 SATA slots allow operators to add persistent storage for logging, traffic capture, or other data-intensive applications.
• RouterOS v7 with Level 6 License — The highest RouterOS license tier unlocks the full feature set of MikroTik's operating system, including advanced routing protocols, traffic management, and the complete suite of network services.
• Comprehensive Onboard Monitoring — Integrated CPU temperature, PCB temperature, and voltage monitors provide real-time visibility into platform health, supporting proactive management and integration with monitoring systems.