Unleash enterprise-grade routing power in a whisper-quiet package with the MikroTik CCR2004-16G-2S PC Cloud Core Router, a game-changing upgrade that’s up to 300% faster than legacy CCR1009 models – delivering blistering throughput for small to medium businesses, data centers, or high-demand home labs without the noise or complexity of server racks. At its heart beats the Amazon Annapurna Labs Alpine v2 AL32400 quad-core 64-bit ARMv8-A Cortex-A57 processor clocked at 1.2 GHz, paired with 4GB DDR4 RAM and 128MB NAND storage to conquer heavy loads like IPsec VPN tunnels, deep packet inspection, BGP peering, and multi-WAN failover with effortless precision. Sixteen Gigabit Ethernet ports – grouped into two independent sets of eight, each backed by a dedicated Marvell 88E6191 switch-chip – ensure wire-speed switching without bottlenecks, while dual 10G SFP cages provide screaming-fast fiber uplinks for 10G downlinks or backbone connections, future-proofing your network for 4K streaming, VoIP fleets, or cloud syncing. Engineered for reliability in mission-critical setups, this silent beast relies on passive cooling for fanless, vibration-free operation, sipping just 30W without attachments (36W max) to keep energy costs low and uptime high in temperatures from -20°C to 60°C. Preloaded with RouterOS v7 License Level 6, it offers intuitive web/WinBox management, hardware-accelerated IPsec for secure remote access, temperature/voltage monitoring for proactive alerts, and free lifetime software updates (minimum 5 years) to evolve with your needs. Whether segmenting VLANs for IoT isolation, load-balancing ISPs for redundancy, or powering edge computing in retail branches, the CCR2004-16G-2S PC combines affordability, scalability, and MikroTik’s legendary robustness – the ultimate core router for pros seeking “silent 16-port gigabit router with 10G SFP ” performance that drives seamless connectivity, slashes latency, and maximizes ROI without compromising on speed or silence. Category Specification Details System Model CCR2004-16G-2S PC System Type Cloud Core Router System Architecture ARM 64bit System CPU AL32400 (Amazon Annapurna Labs Alpine v2) System CPU Core Count 4 (64-bit ARMv8-A Cortex-A57) System CPU Nominal Frequency 1200 MHz System Switch Chip Model 88E6191 (Marvell, two independent groups) System RAM Size 4 GB DDR4 System Storage Size 128 MB NAND System Storage Type NAND System Operating System RouterOS v7 System RouterOS License 6 System MTBF Approximately 200,000 hours at 25°C Ethernet 10/100/1000 Ethernet Ports 16 (two groups of 8, each with 10 Gbps full-duplex to CPU) Fiber SFP Ports 2 (10G, each with separate 10 Gbps full-duplex to CPU) Peripherals Serial Console Port RJ45 Power Number of DC Inputs 2 (DC jack 2-pin terminal) Power DC Jack Input Voltage 36-57 V Power 2-Pin Terminal Input Voltage 36-57 V Power Max Power Consumption 36 W (30 W without attachments) Power Cooling Type Passive Monitoring Features CPU temperature monitor, PCB temperature monitor, Voltage monitor Features Acceleration IPsec hardware acceleration Environmental Tested Ambient Temperature -20°C to 60°C Environmental Operating Humidity 10% to 90% (non-condensing) Environmental IP Rating IP 20 Physical Dimensions (W x D x H) 272 x 195 x 44 mm Physical Weight Approximately 2 kg Physical Housing Material Steel Certifications Safety & Approvals CE, EAC, ROHS Additional Performance Improvement Up to 300% faster than CCR1009 models Additional Included Accessories Power supply, rackmount ears