MikroTik CCR2004-1G-12S+2XS Cloud Core Router
The MikroTik CCR2004-1G-12S+2XS Cloud Core Router is one of the most powerful routers in the MikroTik Cloud Core Router (CCR) series, offering superior performance and reliability for businesses and service providers that require high-capacity, high-speed routing solutions. This router is built with cutting-edge hardware and is designed to meet the needs of large-scale networking environments, including data centers, high-traffic internet backbones, enterprise networks, and service providers.
Equipped with a quad-core ARM Cortex-A57 processor running at 1.7 GHz, the MikroTik CCR2004-1G-12S+2XS offers fast, efficient processing power that allows for seamless data traffic handling. The router comes with a total of 12 SFP+ ports, which provide exceptional fiber optic connectivity and enable a high level of bandwidth scalability, making it ideal for use in networks with multi-gigabit throughput. In addition to these 12 SFP+ ports, there are 2 additional 10Gbps SFP+ ports, ensuring that this router can be used in demanding environments where high-speed, low-latency networking is essential.
The RouterOS v7 operating system powers the MikroTik CCR2004-1G-12S+2XS , which offers a full suite of network features including advanced routing protocols, firewall protection, VPN functionality, traffic management, and secure internet connectivity. MikroTik’s RouterOS is known for its extensive customization options, enabling users to tailor the network to their exact needs, making the router an excellent choice for complex routing environments or scenarios where network flexibility is a priority.
One of the standout features of the MikroTik CCR2004-1G-12S+2XS is its ability to handle high-bandwidth traffic with ease. The combination of 12 SFP+ ports and the 2 additional 10Gbps SFP+ ports allows the router to scale easily to meet the needs of businesses that require not only large capacity but also low latency for services such as video streaming, cloud computing, and real-time communication applications. These SFP+ ports offer fiber optic connectivity at 10Gbps speeds, providing future-proofing for growing network demands.
This router is designed to meet the needs of network environments that require high availability and redundancy, with support for redundant power supplies and advanced failover mechanisms. For businesses with critical operations relying on internet and intranet connectivity, the CCR2004-1G-12S+2XS ensures that the network remains stable and functional, even in the event of a failure. This makes it a highly reliable solution for mission-critical applications, enterprise environments, and internet service providers who cannot afford network interruptions.
Design and Usability
MikroTik has carefully designed the MikroTik CCR2004-1G-12S+2XS to be both powerful and efficient. The device comes in a 1U rack-mountable form factor, making it an excellent choice for data centers, server rooms, and other environments where space efficiency is a key consideration. Despite its high-performance capabilities, the router uses a fanless design, ensuring silent operation and making it suitable for environments where noise may be an issue.
In terms of power, the MikroTik CCR2004-1G-12S+2XS features a 12-30V DC input and PoE (Power over Ethernet) support, offering flexible power options depending on the needs of your network. The router consumes around 30 watts of power, which is relatively low for a device with this level of capability, making it an energy-efficient option for large-scale deployments.
Furthermore, the MikroTik CCR2004-1G-12S+2XS provides a high level of security with built-in firewall features, VPN support, and advanced traffic management, making it an ideal solution for networks that require high levels of data protection and secure communications. The router also supports VLAN configurations and provides quality of service (QoS) for network traffic prioritization, allowing users to optimize the routing experience for different types of traffic.
Scalability and Flexibility
One of the key selling points of the MikroTik CCR2004-1G-12S+2XS is its scalability. With 12 SFP+ ports, this router can easily connect to multiple high-speed fiber optic networks, enabling businesses to scale up their operations as their bandwidth needs grow. Whether you’re a service provider connecting large-scale customers or a data center managing high-volume traffic, this router is designed to scale with your business.
The RouterOS v7 operating system also plays a significant role in enhancing the router’s flexibility. It supports a range of routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and MPLS, and offers features like load balancing, VPN, user authentication, IPsec, and QoS. This flexibility makes it possible to design a network that’s tailored to your specific requirements, whether you need high-speed connectivity, secure remote access, or robust traffic management capabilities.
The ability to add SFP+ modules further enhances the router’s scalability, allowing businesses to choose the exact fiber optic connectivity they need, whether it’s for short-range multi-mode fiber or long-range single-mode fiber connections.
Use Cases and Applications
The MikroTik CCR2004-1G-12S+2XS is suited for various use cases, including:
- Internet Service Providers (ISPs): For high-speed routing and traffic management across multiple customer connections.
- Data Centers: To scale network capacity with fiber optic connectivity and handle large amounts of traffic efficiently.
- Enterprise Networks: For businesses that require secure, high-capacity routing for critical applications.
- Cloud Service Providers: Ensures fast, secure connections to and from cloud infrastructure, ideal for businesses running cloud-based applications.
- High-Availability Networks: With its ability to handle redundant power and failover mechanisms, this router ensures network reliability and continuous uptime.
Product Specifications
- CPU: Quad-core ARM Cortex-A57, 1.7 GHz
- RAM: 4 GB DDR4
- Storage: 16 MB Flash
- Ethernet Ports: 1 x Gigabit Ethernet (1Gbps)
- SFP+ Ports: 12 x 10Gbps SFP+ ports
- Additional SFP+ Ports: 2 x 10Gbps SFP+ ports for uplinks
- Operating System: RouterOS v7
- Power Supply: 12-30V DC or PoE
- Power Consumption: 30W
- Cooling: Fanless design for silent operation
- Form Factor: 1U rack-mountable
- Dimensions: 44mm x 440mm x 226mm (1.73″ x 17.36″ x 8.89″)
- Weight: 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs)
- Regulatory Compliance: CE, FCC, RoHS
- Operating Temperature: -20°C to 60°C
Conclusion
The MikroTik CCR2004-1G-12S+2XS Cloud Core Router is an incredibly powerful, scalable, and flexible router ideal for businesses that need to manage high-volume network traffic. Its 12 SFP+ ports, 2 additional 10Gbps SFP+ ports, and RouterOS v7 offer extensive networking capabilities, making it an excellent choice for service providers, data centers, and enterprise networks. Whether you need high-speed connections, robust security features, or seamless scalability, the MikroTik CCR2004-1G-12S+2XS is a versatile solution that can support a wide range of networking needs.For more information or to purchase the MikroTik CCR2004-1G-12S+2XS Cloud Core Router,
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