MikroTik Cloud Core Router CCR2116‑12G‑4S+ Enterprise Core Router

The MikroTik Cloud Core Router CCR2116‑12G‑4S+ is a high‑end, carrier‑class routing platform built for enterprise, ISP, data center, campus, and high‑traffic backbone networks in Kenya. Equipped with a powerful 16‑core Tilera CPU, twelve Gigabit Ethernet ports, and four 10 Gigabit SFP+ ports, this router delivers exceptional throughput, low latency, and scalable performance for demanding routing, security, and traffic management tasks. Running MikroTik’s advanced RouterOS operating system, the CCR2116‑12G‑4S+ provides comprehensive support for dynamic routing protocols, VLAN segmentation, quality of service, and secure VPN services, making it ideal for mission‑critical infrastructures.

Product Features

High‑Performance Multi‑Core Processing

Powered by a 16‑core Tilera CPU, the CCR2116‑12G‑4S+ delivers industry‑leading routing performance with efficient packet processing and high throughput for large‑scale networks, ensuring smooth handling of heavy traffic loads.

12 × Gigabit Ethernet Ports

Includes twelve 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 ports for flexible LAN deployment, WAN links, and interconnectivity within enterprise or ISP environments. These ports support high‑speed wired connectivity for servers, switches, and network devices.

4 × 10 Gigabit SFP+ Fiber Uplink Ports

Equipped with four 10 Gbps SFP+ fiber ports for high‑capacity uplinks, backbone connections, and integration with core network infrastructure. These fiber interfaces support long‑distance fiber connections and scalable backbone deployment.

Advanced RouterOS Software

Runs MikroTik’s RouterOS with support for static and dynamic routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, RIP), VLAN tagging, firewall filtering, traffic shaping, NAT, DHCP, QoS, and secure remote management.

Deep Packet Inspection and Security Controls

Supports comprehensive firewall and filtering rules, intrusion prevention, access control lists, and advanced NAT features to protect networks and enforce traffic policies across enterprise environments.

Scalable Network Segmentation

Enables VLANs, inter‑VLAN routing, and segmented traffic flows for secure separation of departmental traffic, guest networks, IoT devices, and service zones, optimizing both security and performance.

Enterprise‑Grade Rack‑Mount Design

Built in a sturdy metal 1U rack‑mount chassis for professional installations in data centers, server rooms, and structured cabling environments, ensuring reliable operation under continuous high load.

Flexible Management Interfaces

Configurable via RouterOS web interface, Winbox utility, secure CLI, and remote access tools, giving administrators full control over performance, monitoring, and configuration.

Product Specifications

• Brand: MikroTik
• Model: CCR2116‑12G‑4S+
• Product Type: Cloud Core Router
• Ethernet Ports: 12 × 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45
• Uplink Ports: 4 × 10 Gbps SFP+ (fiber)
• Processor: 16‑core Tilera CPU
• Routing Software: RouterOS (BGP, OSPF, RIP, VLANs, firewall, QoS)
• VLAN Support: Yes
• Routing Protocols: Static, BGP, OSPF, RIP
• Firewall: Yes (advanced filtering, NAT)
• VPN Support: Yes
• QoS: Yes
• Management Interfaces: Web UI, RouterOS CLI, Winbox
• Rack Mount: 1U rack‑mountable
• Enclosure: Metal
• Deployment: Enterprise, ISP backbones, data centers, campus networks in Kenya
• Ideal For: High‑capacity routing, fiber backbone uplinks, secure segmented networks, multi‑site infrastructure, and mission‑critical performance

The MikroTik CCR2116‑12G‑4S+ Cloud Core Router delivers powerful routing, extensive port connectivity, and advanced network control, making it a robust solution for professional and high‑throughput network environments in Kenya.