SWITCHES
MikroTik CRS310-8G+2S+IN | The 2.5G Desktop Speedster
Price$219
The MikroTik CRS310-8G+2S+IN is a compact, high-performance switch designed for the "speed-hungry" professional. As 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet becomes the new standard for high-end motherboards and WiFi 6/7 Access Points, this switch provides the perfect upgrade path. Whether you are in a creative studio in Dubai Media City or a tech startup in Cape Town, this unit allows you to break the 1G barrier without the heat, noise, or expense of a full rackmount enterprise switch.
- 8x 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Future-proof your wired network with speeds 2.5 times faster than standard Gigabit.
- Dual 10G SFP+ Cages: Two dedicated 10Gbps fiber ports for lightning-fast uplinks to your core router or NAS.
- High-Performance Switching: Powered by the Marvell 98DX226S switch chip, ensuring wirespeed performance across all ports.
- Modern CPU Power: Equipped with an 800 MHz ARM v7 CPU, capable of handling advanced RouterOS tasks.
- Compact & Silent: A sleek desktop enclosure with a fanless design (passive cooling) for 100% silent operation.
- Dual-Boot Capability: Use SwOS for simplified switching or RouterOS (v7) for professional Layer 3 routing and management.
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The MikroTik CRS310-8G+2S+IN is the answer to modern bandwidth bottlenecks. In the UAE’s boutique firm and home-office sector, it is the ideal core for power users who need fast internal transfers but don't want a noisy server rack. For African tech hubs, it offers an affordable way to deploy 2.5G infrastructure to support high-speed internet feeds and ultra-fast local servers.
Despite its small footprint, it is a fully managed Layer 3 switch. It supports advanced features like VLANs, Jumbo frames, and hardware-offloaded routing. Its two 10G SFP+ ports are a game-changer, allowing you to bridge your high-speed workstations to a 10G backbone with ease.
Specifications
Product Code
CRS310-8G+2S+IN
Suggested Price
$219.00
Architecture
ARM 32-bit
CPU
98DX226S
CPU Core Count
2
CPU Nominal Frequency
800 MHz
Switch Chip Model
98DX226S
Dimensions
200 × 206.1 × 44 mm
RouterOS License
Level 5
Operating System
RouterOS v7 / SwitchOS
RAM Size
256 MB
Storage Size
32 MB
Storage Type
FLASH
MTBF
Approximately 200,000 hours at 25°C
Tested Ambient Temperature
-40°C to 60°C
Powering
Number of DC Inputs
1 (DC jack)
DC Jack Input Voltage
18–57 V
Max Power Consumption
34 W
Max Power Consumption (Without Attachments)
21 W
Cooling Type
1 Fan
Ethernet
Number of 2.5G Ethernet Ports
8
Fiber
SFP+ Ports
2
Peripherals
USB Ports
1
USB Slot Type
USB Type-A
USB Power Reset
Yes
Max USB Current
1 A
Monitoring
CPU Temperature Monitor
Yes
PCB Temperature Monitor
Yes
Certification & Approvals
Certifications
CE, EAC, ROHS
IP Rating
IP20
Where to Use This Product
1. High-End Creative Workstations
Perfect for video editors and 3D designers in Dubai or Riyadh. Connect your 2.5G-enabled workstation to the switch and use the 10G SFP+ port to link directly to your high-speed NVMe NAS.
2. WiFi 6/7 Backhaul
Ideal for small offices in Nairobi or Lagos. Use the 2.5G ports to power the latest generation of Access Points, ensuring the wireless network isn't throttled by a 1G Ethernet cable.
3. Professional Home Labs
A favorite for "Prosumers" in Emirates Hills or Sandton. Its silent operation and RouterOS capabilities make it the perfect heart for a high-performance home network or lab environment.
4. Small Office Backbone
Use it as a distribution switch for a small team. The 10G ports can be used for a fast link to the main server, while the 2.5G ports handle all the client traffic without congestion.
