MikroTik CSS326-24G-2S+RM 24-Port Gigabit Managed Switch with Dual 10G SFP+ Uplinks for SMB Networks

The MikroTik CSS326-24G-2S+RM is a cost-optimized Layer 2 managed switch designed for enterprise access layer deployments where high port density meets 10G uplink capability. Built around the Marvell 98DX3216A1 switch chip, it delivers 52 Gbps non-blocking switching capacity with 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports and two SFP+ cages supporting both 1.25G SFP and 10G SFP+ modules. The SwOS operating system provides essential managed switch features through an intuitive web interface, eliminating the complexity of RouterOS while maintaining enterprise-grade VLAN, traffic management, and security controls. This 1U rackmount switch operates silently with passive cooling and draws only 19W maximum power. Dual power input options—DC jack (10-30V) and passive PoE-IN—offer installation flexibility and backup power capability. With a proven MTBF of approximately 200,000 hours at 25°C and an extended operating temperature range of -40°C to +70°C, the CSS326-24G-2S+RM suits demanding environments from climate-controlled data centers to industrial installations. Best For The CSS326-24G-2S+RM serves access layer switching scenarios where budget-conscious network administrators need managed switch capabilities with 10G uplink connectivity. - SMB Office Networks: Connect 24 workstations, VoIP phones, and printers while aggregating traffic through 10G SFP+ uplinks to core switches or NAS storage - ISP Customer Aggregation: Deploy at aggregation tier for small ISPs connecting residential gateways or business customer routers with centralized 10G backhaul - Edge Data Center Access: Provide high-density Gigabit access for rack servers with 10G uplinks to distribution layer in edge computing facilities - IP Surveillance Deployments: Aggregate IP camera feeds across 24 Gigabit ports with dedicated 10G SFP+ uplinks to video management servers - Multi-Tenant Environments: Implement VLAN segmentation for up to 250 configured VLANs isolating tenant traffic in co-working spaces or apartment buildings Key Features - Non-blocking Layer 2 switching architecture with 52 Gbps capacity and 77.4 Mpps forwarding rate ensures all 24 ports operate at full wire speed simultaneously - SFP+ cages support both 1.25 Gb SFP and 10 Gb SFP+ modules for flexible uplink configuration matching existing fiber infrastructure - SwOS web-based management simplifies configuration with graphical interface for administrators without deep networking experience - VLAN support includes IEEE 802.1Q standard with up to 4K simultaneous VLANs and 250 configured VLANs for comprehensive network segmentation - Traffic control features include port-to-port forwarding, MAC filtering, bandwidth limitation, and broadcast storm control for granular network management - Port mirroring of ingress/egress traffic enables network monitoring and troubleshooting without inline appliances - Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) and Link Aggregation (LACP) provide redundancy and increased bandwidth between switches - Access Control List (ACL) and port security features protect against unauthorized access and MAC address spoofing - Jumbo frame support up to 10,218 bytes optimizes throughput for storage and virtualization traffic - SNMP v1 and MikroTik neighbor discovery integrate with existing network management systems Quick Specs Switch Chip Marvell 98DX3216A1 CPU Architecture ARM 32-bit Storage 2 MB Flash Gigabit Ethernet Ports 24 ports (10/100/1000) SFP+ Ports (10G) 2 cages (supports 1.25G SFP and 10G SFP+ modules) Switching Capacity 52 Gbps non-blocking Forwarding Rate 77.4 Mpps MAC Address Table 16K entries VLAN Support IEEE 802.1Q, up to 4K simultaneous / 250 configured Switching Layer Layer 2 Operating System SwOS (web-based management) Power Input DC jack (10-30V) or passive PoE-IN (10-30V) Maximum Power Consumption 19 W Cooling Passive (fanless) Form Factor 1U rackmount Dimensions 443 x 144 x 44 mm Weight Approximately 1.8 kg Operating Temperature -40°C to +70°C (tested) MTBF Approximately 200,000 hours at 25°C Management Protocols Web GUI, SNMP v1, MikroTik neighbor discovery Advanced Features Port mirroring, RSTP, LACP, ACL, bandwidth limitation, jumbo frames (up to 10,218 bytes) What's Included - MikroTik CSS326-24G-2S+RM managed switch - 24V 1.2A power adapter - Rack mounting ears with screws