MikroTik RDS2216-2XG-4S+4XS-2XQ Rose Data Server 100G NVMe Storage

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Third parties control your data. Should they? Your business, your files, your future – handed over to external providers with unclear policies and unknown risks. Stop relying on the cloud. Own your infrastructure. Introducing the Rose Data Server (RDS2216) – a high-performance, all-in-one storage, networking, and container platform designed for enterprise environments. Secure, scalable, and under your control.

PRODUCT TYPE / CATEGORY

• Networking
• Fiber

KEY FEATURES

• 20 U.2 NVMe storage slots – Ultra-fast, high-density storage for demanding workloads.
• 100G high-speed networking – 2× 100G QSFP28 ports, 4× 25G SFP28 ports, 4× 10G SFP+ ports, 2× 10G Ethernet ports, and an extra SFF-8644 interface for flexible connectivity.
• 16-core 2 GHz ARM CPU + 32GB DDR4 RAM – High-performance processing for networking, storage, and virtualization.
• Massive energy savings – Cut power consumption and heat output while maintaining high performance – an eco-friendly solution for data-heavy environments.
• Runs RouterOS – The most flexible, modular networking OS. Supports advanced storage capabilities, including exporting block devices over NVMe-TCP, encryption layers, and modular storage configurations for scalable infrastructure. No subscriptions. No paywalls.
• Container-ready – Run MinIO, Nextcloud, Shinobi, Frigate, and other OCI compliant containers with ease. We’ve added two USB ports for additional devices and further adaptability.
• Includes dual hot-swappable power supplies – Ensuring uninterrupted operation and quick replacement without unnecessary downtime.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Brand: MikroTik
• Model: RDS2216-2XG-4S+4XS-2XQ
• Product Type: Fiber
• Product code: RDS2216-2XG-4S+4XS-2XQ
• Architecture: ARM 64bit
• CPU: AL73400
• CPU core count: 16
• CPU nominal frequency: 2000 MHz
• Switch chip model: 98DX4310
• RouterOS license: 6
• Operating System: RouterOS v7 (Special ROSE edition)
• Size of RAM: 32 GB
• Storage size: 128 MB
• Storage type: NAND
• MTBF: Approximately 200'000 hours at 25C
• Tested ambient temperature: -20°C to 50°C
• IPsec hardware acceleration: Yes
• Powering: Number of AC inputs: 2
• AC input range: 100-240
• Frequency (Hz): 50-60
• Max power consumption: 286 W
• Max power consumption without attachments: 105 W
• Cooling type: 10 fans
• Ethernet: 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports: 1
• Number of 1G/2.5G/5G/10G Ethernet ports: 2
• Fiber: SFP+ ports: 4
• Number of 25G SFP28 ports: 4
• Number of 100G QSFP28 ports: 2
• Peripherals: Serial console port: RJ45
• Number of USB ports: 2
• USB Power Reset: Yes
• USB slot type: USB 3.0 type A

INTENDED USE / APPLICATIONS

• Professional networking and communications deployments
• Commercial, institutional, or industrial installations
• Use with compatible equipment according to manufacturer specifications