MikroTik CRS418 Cloud Router 16 Port PoE Switch with WiFi 6 - CRS418-8P-8G-2S+5axQ2axQ-RM

At a glance:

The MikroTik CRS418-8P-8G-2S+5axQ2axQ-RM is a powerful all-in-one network solution that combines switching, routing, Power-over-Ethernet, and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity in a single rack-mountable device. Designed for high-performance environments such as medium-sized offices, network closets, or remote branches, it eliminates the need for multiple separate units while delivering enterprise-grade reliability and flexibility.

The CRS418-8P-8G-2S+RM combines 16 Gigabit Ethernet ports (eight of them with PoE-out with 802.3at/af standard), two 10G SFP+ cages for high-speed uplinks or backbone connections. The switch can deliver a total PoE Budget of up to 150w allowing you to power all the PoE devices you need to such as access points, cameras, and VoIP phones directly from the switch.

The CRS418 is the all-in-one switch/routing champion which is powered by a 2.2 GHz quad-core ARM processor which gives the CRS418 the performance needed to handle both Layer 2 switching and more advanced Layer 3 routing tasks with ease. The CRS418 also can provide hardware offloading. This unit is a game changer and can combine the functions which traditionally would have required several different functions all in one 1U unit.

What truly sets this model apart is its integrated dual-band Wi-Fi 6 access point. Equipped with 4×4 MIMO antennas, it delivers fast, stable wireless connectivity across both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies, with maximum data rates of up to 1148 Mbps and 2400 Mbps respectively. Rear antenna connectors allow for external antennas when installed in a rack, giving additional flexibility for coverage and signal optimisation.

Management is made easy with a dedicated Gigabit management port and USB 3.0 interface for external storage or automation tasks. The CRS418 runs on MikroTik’s RouterOS v7 (license level 5), providing a robust feature set that includes VLANs, firewalling, advanced routing, and traffic management. With non-blocking switching throughput of up to 36 Gbps, IPsec hardware acceleration, and an operating temperature range from –20 °C to 70 °C, this device is built for performance and reliability in demanding network environments.

The CRS418-8P-8G-2S+5axQ2axQ-RM is ideal for organisations looking to simplify their network infrastructure without compromising on capability. Whether it’s powering and connecting surveillance systems, supporting high-density Wi-Fi in an office, or aggregating traffic in a server room, this MikroTik solution delivers exceptional value and versatility in a compact 1U form factor.