Port Configuration and Connectivity
- 4 x 1G/2.5G/5G/10G RJ45 Ethernet Ports: These are multi-gigabit ports that auto-negotiate speeds, allowing you to connect 10G servers, 2.5G access points, and 1G devices directly without transceivers .
- 1 x 1G Ethernet Port: A dedicated management port (MGMT/BOOT) for out-of-band access, network booting (Netinstall), and recovery purposes. It is recommended to keep this port out of the main bridge to avoid slowing down the 10G ports .
⚙️ Hardware and Performance
- Processor: Dual-core ARM 64-bit CPU (98DX2528) running at 1200 MHz .
- Memory: 512 MB DDR4 RAM and 32 MB flash storage for RouterOS .
- Switching Chip: Marvell Prestera 98DX2528, capable of non-blocking Layer 2 throughput of up to 39.4 Gbps for 1518-byte packets .
- Silent Operation: The enclosure functions as a heat sink, enabling a fanless design that produces no noise—ideal for offices, libraries, or bedroom homelabs .
🛡️ Power and Redundancy
- Four Power Input Options: Two DC jacks, a 2-pin terminal, and PoE-In (802.3af/at). The switch automatically selects the highest voltage source for redundancy .
- Power Specifications: DC input range is 12–57 V; PoE-In input is 36–57 V. Max power consumption is 21 W, with typical usage around 15 W .
- Versatile Mounting: Includes a side DIN rail mount that can be repositioned to the back, plus standard screw attachment points .
💻 Software and Features
- RouterOS v7 (License L5): Preinstalled and licensed, with free updates for the life of the product or a minimum of 5 years .
- Dual Boot Support: The device can boot into SwOS (a simpler switch-only interface) or RouterOS. Note that some users have reported instability when switching to SwOS .
- Switching and Routing Features: Supports port-to-port forwarding, broadcast storm control, MAC filtering, VLANs, traffic mirroring, bandwidth limitations, and some Layer 3 hardware offloading .
📋 Physical and Environmental
- Dimensions: 176 x 128 x 35 mm (compact form factor) .
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C, suitable for demanding environments .
- MTBF: Approximately 200,000 hours at 25°C .
