MikroTik CCR1016‑12S‑1S+ Cloud Core Router 1U Rackmount (12× SFP, 1× SFP+)

The MikroTik CCR1016‑12S‑1S+ Cloud Core Router is a high‑performance, rack‑mountable core router engineered for enterprise, data center, ISP, and backbone network deployments in Kenya. Featuring twelve SFP fiber ports, one 10 Gbps SFP+ uplink, and a powerful 16‑core Tilera CPU, this router delivers exceptional throughput, low latency, and robust routing capabilities for large‑scale and high‑traffic environments. With advanced routing protocols, comprehensive security features, and scalable performance under MikroTik’s RouterOS, the CCR1016‑12S‑1S+ provides reliable backbone connectivity, flexible VLAN segmentation, and professional‑grade network control for demanding infrastructure needs.

Product Features

16‑Core High‑Performance Routing Engine

Powered by a multicore Tilera processor, the CCR1016‑12S‑1S+ offers high throughput and efficient packet processing for large‑scale enterprise networks, enabling core routing, multi‑gigabit forwarding, and stable performance under heavy traffic loads.

12 × SFP Fiber Ports

Equipped with twelve 1 Gbps SFP cages for flexible fiber connectivity to switches, servers, wireless backhaul units, and other network infrastructure, making it ideal for dense fiber environments and backbone aggregation.

1 × 10G SFP+ Uplink Port

Includes one 10 Gbps SFP+ port for high‑speed uplink or backbone connectivity, enabling fast integration with core switches, data center fabrics, or high‑capacity fiber rings.

Rack‑Mountable 1U Design

Built in a rugged 1U rack‑mount metal chassis for professional installation in server rooms, data closets, and carrier networks, providing reliable performance and structured cabling compatibility.

RouterOS for Advanced Routing and Security

Runs MikroTik’s RouterOS operating system with support for OSPF, BGP, MPLS, VLAN tagging, policy‑based routing, firewall, NAT, QoS, VPN support, and detailed traffic management.

Flexible Network Segmentation and VLAN Support

Enables comprehensive VLAN configuration for segmented traffic flows between departments, data services, guest networks, and protected zones, improving security and performance.

Comprehensive Security and Traffic Management

Includes stateful firewall rules, access control lists (ACLs), traffic shaping, and quality of service (QoS) features to prioritize critical applications and secure network traffic.

Scalable for Carrier and Enterprise Networks

Designed to handle core backbone duties, ISP edge routing, multi‑site interconnects, and dense fiber aggregation layers with consistent performance and rich feature support.

Product Specifications

• Brand: MikroTik
• Model: CCR1016‑12S‑1S+
• Product Type: Cloud Core Router
• Port Configuration: 12 × 1 Gbps SFP cages, 1 × 10 Gbps SFP+
• Processor: 16‑core Tilera CPU
• Routing Software: RouterOS (advanced routing protocols, firewall, VLAN, QoS)
• Supported Protocols: OSPF, BGP, MPLS, RIP
• Security: Stateful firewall, ACLs, NAT
• VPN Support: Yes (site‑to‑site, client)
• VLAN Support: Yes
• QoS: Yes
• Management Interfaces: Web UI, CLI, Winbox
• Rack Mount: 1U rack‑mountable
• Enclosure: Metal
• Deployment: Enterprise backbone, ISP edge routing, data centers, campus networks in Kenya
• Ideal For: High‑capacity core routing, fiber backbone aggregation, multi‑site enterprise networks, secure segmented environments

The MikroTik CCR1016‑12S‑1S+ Cloud Core Router delivers powerful routing, dense fiber connectivity, and flexible network control, making it a strong backbone solution for mission‑critical networks in Kenya.