MikroTik CRS326-24G-2S+IN Switch

24 Gigabit Ethernet Ports : Features 24 auto-sensing 10/100/1000 Mbps ports, providing ample wire-speed connectivity for workstations, servers, and other wired devices.
Dual 10G SFP+ Uplinks : Equipped with two $10G$ SFP+ cages, allowing for high-bandwidth fiber connections to your network core or high-speed storage without bottlenecks.
Dual Boot OS : Offers the flexibility to boot into SwOS for fast, simple Layer 2 switching, or RouterOS (Level 5) for complex routing, firewalls, and professional management.
Silent Passive Cooling : Features a completely fanless design, ensuring 100% silent operation. This makes it perfect for placement directly on a desk or in quiet office environments.
Non-Blocking Throughput : Boasts a total non-blocking throughput of 44 Gbps and a switching capacity of 88 Gbps, ensuring full wire-speed performance across all ports.
Compact Desktop Build : Unlike its rackmount counterpart, this “IN” model is housed in a sleek desktop case, making it ideal for small rooms or decentralized network nodes.

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MikroTik CRS326-24G-2S+IN Switch

The MikroTik CRS326-24G-2S+IN Switch belongs to the Cloud Router Switch family, bringing the efficiency of hardware-based switching to desktop deployments. It features the unique “Dual Boot” capability, allowing users to choose between the simplified SwOS for switching or the feature-rich RouterOS for advanced routing. This switch is engineered to provide robust Layer 2 management, high resiliency, and incredible ease of use for small office setups, professional home labs, and creative studios.

Key Features of the CRS326-24G-2S+IN:

Marvell DX Switch Chip : Utilizes a dedicated hardware-based switching engine to provide wire-speed performance across all 26 ports simultaneously without latency.
24 Gigabit Ports : Features 24 auto-sensing 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports, providing ample connectivity for workstations, printers, and other wired network devices.
Dual 10G SFP+ Uplinks : Equipped with two $10G$ SFP+ cages, allowing for high-bandwidth fiber connections to servers or central network cores, future-proofing your infrastructure.
Dual Boot OS : Offers the flexibility to boot into SwOS for fast, simple Layer 2 switching, or RouterOS (Level 5) for complex Layer 3 routing, firewalls, and professional management.
Non-Blocking Throughput : Boasts a total non-blocking throughput of 44 Gbps and a switching capacity of 88 Gbps, ensuring full wire-speed performance across the entire device.
Silent Passive Cooling : Features a completely fanless design. This ensures the hardware remains operational and 100% silent, making it perfect for placement directly on a desk or in quiet office spaces.
Compact Desktop Enclosure : Unlike its rackmount counterpart, this model is housed in a compact case designed for desktop or shelf use, ideal for small rooms or decentralized network nodes.

Applications and Ideal Use Cases

The CRS326-24G-2S+IN is the go-to solution for cost-effectively modernizing the edge of your network:

High-Speed Desktop Workgroups : Ideal for connecting a cluster of high-performance workstations to a $10G$ backbone without needing a server rack.
Advanced Home Labs : Provides a silent, high-density port solution for tech enthusiasts who require VLAN management and $10G$ links for NAS or server connectivity.
Creative Studios : Perfect for video editing or photography suites where silent operation is critical and fast access to shared storage is required.
Small Office Expansion : A low-power, high-capacity switch for offices that need to expand their wired network capacity quickly and discreetly.

Technical Specifications at a Glance

Feature	Specification
Total Ports	24 x 10/100/1000 + 2 x 10G SFP+
Switching Capacity	88 Gbps
Forwarding Rate	65.5 Mpps
Operating System	Dual Boot: RouterOS (L5) / SwOS
Power Consumption	Max 21W
Cooling Type	Passive (Fanless)
Management	Managed Layer 2 & Layer 3

Brand	MikroTik
Product code	CRS326-24G-2S+IN
Management Type	Fully Managed (Layer 2)
Architecture	ARM 32bit
CPU	98DX3236
CPU core count	2
CPU nominal frequency	800 MHz
Switch chip model	98DX3236
Dimensions	285 x 144 x 44 mm
RouterOS license	5
Operating System	RouterOS / SwitchOS
Size of RAM	512 MB
Storage size	16 MB
Storage type	FLASH
MTBF	Approximately 200'000 hours at 25C
Tested ambient temperature	-40°C to 60°C
Number of DC inputs	2 (DC jack, PoE-IN)
DC jack input Voltage	10-30 V
Max power consumption	21 W
PoE in	Passive PoE
Cooling type	Passive
PoE in input Voltage	10-30 V
PoE Capability	NoN PoE
10/100/1000 Ethernet ports	24
Port Count	24 port
SFP+ ports	2
Serial console port	RJ45