MikroTik CRS317‑1G‑16S+RM Smart Switch (1 x Gigabit LAN, 16 x SFP+ Ports)

The MikroTik CRS317‑1G‑16S+RM Smart Switch is a high‑capacity, rack‑mountable network switch designed for enterprise, data center, and ISP environments in Kenya where high‑speed backbone connectivity and flexible fiber networking are needed. With 16 x 10 Gbps SFP+ fiber ports and 1 x Gigabit Ethernet LAN port, this switch delivers ultra‑fast switching performance, low latency, and robust port density for demanding fiber‑based network infrastructures. Ideal for fiber aggregation, core switching, and high‑throughput distribution layers, the CRS317‑1G‑16S+RM combines Layer 2 switching flexibility with MikroTik’s RouterOS/SwOS options for versatile management and control.

Product Features

16 x 10 Gbps SFP+ Fiber Ports

Provides sixteen high‑speed SFP+ ports for 10 Gbps fiber connections, enabling ultra‑fast aggregation of access switches, servers, storage arrays, or core network uplinks. Ideal for high‑density fiber environments requiring maximum throughput with minimal bottlenecks.

1 x Gigabit Ethernet LAN Port

Includes a single 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 port for network management, low‑speed connectivity, or uplink to devices that do not support SFP+ interfaces, adding flexibility to mixed network environments.

Rack‑Mountable 1U Design

Built in a rugged 1U rack‑mount chassis, the CRS317‑1G‑16S+RM integrates seamlessly into server racks and network closets, providing professional installation and structured cabling compatibility for business and enterprise settings.

Dual Operating Modes (SwOS & RouterOS)

Supports MikroTik SwOS for simple and efficient switch‑centric management or RouterOS for advanced features including VLAN, MPLS, ACLs, static routing, and advanced traffic control — allowing administrators to choose the mode that fits their network needs.

High Switching Capacity and Low Latency

Delivers low‑latency switching with full‑duplex 10 Gbps port performance across all SFP+ interfaces, making it ideal for latency‑sensitive applications such as storage, virtualization, VoIP, or high‑throughput computing.

VLAN, Trunking, and Link Aggregation Support

Supports standard Layer 2 features such as VLAN tagging, port trunking (LACP), Spanning Tree Protocol (STP/RSTP), and port isolation for flexible network segmentation and redundancy.

Flexible Management Interfaces

Managed via intuitive web interface or command‑line options, enabling centralized configuration, monitoring, port diagnostics, traffic statistics, and troubleshooting for large‑scale networks.

Product Specifications

• Brand: MikroTik
• Model: CRS317‑1G‑16S+RM
• Product Type: Smart Switch
• Uplink Port: 1 x Gigabit RJ45
• High‑Speed Ports: 16 x 10 Gbps SFP+
• Switching Mode: Layer 2 (SwOS / RouterOS options)
• VLAN Support: Yes
• Link Aggregation: LACP supported
• Spanning Tree: STP / RSTP
• Management: Web UI, CLI, SwOS/RouterOS
• Rack Mount: 1U rack‑mountable
• Enclosure: Metal
• Deployment: Enterprise, data centers, ISP aggregation, and high‑throughput networks in Kenya
• Ideal For: High‑density fiber switching, backbone aggregation, server farms, storage networks, and enterprise core networks

The MikroTik CRS317‑1G‑16S+RM Smart Switch delivers ultra‑high‑speed fiber connectivity and flexible network management, making it a powerful backbone switch solution for professional and high‑performance networking deployments in Kenya.