MikroTik 10G/25G/100G Switches — Buy in Lebanon

MikroTik 10G, 25G, and 100G Switches Available in Lebanon

MikroTik's Cloud Router Switch lineup now includes three models built for 10-Gigabit-and-beyond networking: the CRS504-4XQ-IN, the CRS510-8XS-2XQ-IN, and the CRS518-16XS-2XQ-RM. Each targets a different tier of high-speed infrastructure — from a compact 4-port 100G aggregation switch to a full 1U rackmount with 16 SFP+ ports and dual QSFP+ uplinks.

HI-GAIN stocks all three models at our Dora, Beirut warehouse. As Lebanon's MikroTik distributor since 1990, we supply ISPs, datacenters, and enterprise networks across Beirut, Mount Lebanon, Tripoli, and the Bekaa Valley with genuine hardware, local warranty, and deployment support.

Why 10G+ Switching Matters for Lebanese Networks

Lebanon's internet infrastructure is catching up fast. FTTH rollouts in Beirut and Mount Lebanon deliver 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps to subscribers, which means ISP aggregation points need switches that can handle tens of gigabits of aggregate throughput without bottlenecks. WISPs using Ubiquiti airFiber 60 LR or Mimosa B5C backhauls now push 1-5 Gbps per link — a single Gigabit switch port cannot aggregate more than two of those links.

Datacenters in Beirut serving hosting and cloud services require spine-leaf architectures with 25G server connections and 100G uplinks between leaf and spine switches. MikroTik's CRS5xx series makes this achievable at a fraction of what Arista, Juniper, or Cisco charge — running RouterOS v7 with full Layer 2 and Layer 3 hardware offloading.

CRS504-4XQ-IN: Compact 100G Aggregation Switch

Hardware Specifications

The CRS504-4XQ-IN packs four QSFP28 ports into a desktop-sized enclosure measuring 320 x 185 x 44 mm. Each QSFP28 port supports 1x 100G, 2x 50G, 1x 40G, 4x 25G, 4x 10G, or 4x 1G — depending on the optic or breakout cable installed. Using 4x 25G breakout cables on all four ports yields 16 individual 25G connections from a single switch.

• Switch Chip: Marvell Prestera 98DX4310
• CPU: QCA9531 at 650 MHz (1 core, MIPSBE)
• RAM / Storage: 64 MB RAM, 16 MB Flash
• Power Supply: Dual hot-swap AC inputs (100-240V)
• Power Consumption: 25W idle, 41W maximum with optics
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
• RouterOS License: Level 5

The dual hot-swap PSUs are critical for Lebanese deployments where mains power can drop unpredictably. Connect one PSU to the grid and the second to a UPS or generator feed — the switch stays online through power transitions.

Use Cases in Lebanon

The CRS504 is ideal as a top-of-rack aggregation switch in small Lebanese datacenters. Four QSFP28 ports might seem limited, but with breakout cables each port becomes four 25G connections. A typical deployment: three ports broken out to 12x 25G server connections, one port as a 100G uplink to the core router. Total cost for a 100G-capable switch: contact HI-GAIN for pricing, but expect a fraction of what a comparable Arista or Cisco Nexus switch costs.

CRS510-8XS-2XQ-IN: The Balanced 25G/100G Switch

Hardware Specifications

The CRS510-8XS-2XQ-IN adds dedicated SFP28 ports alongside QSFP28 uplinks. It ships in a desktop form factor (320 x 185 x 44 mm) with optional rack ears for 1U mounting.

• Ports: 8x 25G SFP28 + 2x 100G QSFP28 + 1x 100M Ethernet (management)
• Switch Chip: Marvell Prestera 98DX4310
• CPU: QCA9531 at 650 MHz (1 core, MIPSBE)
• RAM / Storage: 128 MB RAM, 32 MB Flash
• Power Supply: Dual hot-swap, plus PoE-in, DC jack, and 2-pin terminal
• Power Consumption: 27W idle, 45W maximum with optics
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
• RouterOS License: Level 5

The SFP28 ports accept 25G, 10G, and 1G SFP modules. Backward compatibility means you can populate the switch incrementally — start with 10G SFP+ modules on day one and upgrade individual ports to 25G as your bandwidth demands grow.

Use Cases in Lebanon

Lebanese ISPs running fiber rings between tower sites or building aggregation points benefit from the CRS510's port mix. Connect eight fiber backhaul links at 10G or 25G on the SFP28 ports, then run dual 100G uplinks to a core router or upstream switch. The three powering options (PoE-in, DC jack, 2-pin terminal) accommodate Lebanese telecom shelters where available power sources vary by site.

CRS518-16XS-2XQ-RM: Full Rackmount 10G/100G Switch

Hardware Specifications

The CRS518-16XS-2XQ-RM is MikroTik's largest 10G switch, purpose-built for 1U rackmount deployment.

• Ports: 16x 25G SFP28 + 2x 100G QSFP28 + 1x 100M Ethernet (management)
• Switch Chip: Marvell Prestera 98DX8525
• CPU: QCA9531 at 650 MHz (1 core, MIPSBE)
• RAM / Storage: 64 MB RAM, 16 MB Flash
• Switching Capacity: 1.2 Tbps
• Power Supply: Dual hot-swap AC (100-240V)
• Power Consumption: 45W board only, 77W maximum with all optics
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
• RouterOS License: Level 5

The 98DX8525 switch chip is a step above the 98DX4310 used in the CRS504 and CRS510, delivering 1.2 Tbps of non-blocking switching capacity. For Lebanese datacenter operators handling heavy east-west traffic between servers, the CRS518 prevents congestion at the switch layer.

Use Cases in Lebanon

A Lebanese ISP with 16 tower sites running 10G fiber backhaul can aggregate all links on a single CRS518. The two QSFP28 uplinks connect to a core router like the MikroTik CCR2216-1G-12XS-2XQ for routing and subscriber management. At 77W maximum draw, the CRS518 stays within the power budget of a standard rack UPS — important when every watt counts during generator-powered operation in Lebanon.

Full Comparison: CRS504 vs CRS510 vs CRS518

SFP Module Compatibility

All three switches accept standard SFP28 and QSFP28 modules. HI-GAIN stocks compatible optics from our SFP module catalog:

• QSFP28 100G SR4 (100m multimode): For short-reach datacenter interconnects
• QSFP28 100G LR4 (10km singlemode): For cross-campus or inter-building links in Beirut
• SFP28 25G: For server connections and short fiber runs
• SFP+ 10G (various distances): Backward-compatible in SFP28 slots at 10G speeds
• QSFP+ to 4x SFP+ breakout cables: Split one QSFP port into four 10G connections

MikroTik switches are not vendor-locked on optics. Third-party SFP modules work without compatibility issues — a major cost advantage over Cisco or Juniper platforms that enforce proprietary optics.

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Features in RouterOS v7

All three CRS5xx switches run RouterOS v7 with hardware-offloaded switching:

• VLAN: 802.1Q tagging, trunk/access ports, Q-in-Q — all handled by the switch chip at wire speed
• MLAG: Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation for redundant uplinks without Spanning Tree
• L3 Hardware Offloading: Inter-VLAN routing at line rate on the switch chip, bypassing the CPU
• ACLs: Hardware-based access control lists for traffic filtering at wire speed
• IGMP Snooping: Multicast management for IPTV deployments

For ISPs delivering IPTV alongside internet in Lebanon, IGMP snooping prevents multicast flood across subscriber ports. The L3 offloading handles inter-VLAN routing without sending packets through the relatively modest 650 MHz management CPU.

Upgrading from MikroTik CRS3xx Gigabit Switches

If your network currently runs MikroTik CRS326 or CRS354 Gigabit switches, upgrading to the CRS5xx series follows a straightforward migration path. The RouterOS v7 configuration syntax is identical — export your switch configs, adjust port names, and import on the new hardware. VLANs, bridges, and firewall rules carry over directly.

The cost-per-port for 10G/25G on MikroTik is dramatically lower than comparable enterprise switches. A CRS518 with 16 SFP28 ports costs less than a single 8-port 10G module for a Cisco Catalyst 9000 series.

Where to Buy MikroTik 10G/100G Switches in Lebanon

HI-GAIN stocks all three CRS5xx models plus compatible SFP28 and QSFP28 optics at our Dora, Beirut warehouse. We serve ISPs, WISPs, datacenters, and enterprise IT departments across Lebanon with:

• Genuine MikroTik hardware with full manufacturer warranty
• Bulk pricing for ISPs deploying multiple switches
• Pre-configuration services — we can set up VLANs, MLAG, and management access before delivery
• Same-day pickup in Beirut or nationwide shipping

Check real-time stock and pricing for the CRS504, CRS510, and CRS518, or browse the full MikroTik switch catalog for Lebanon. Call HI-GAIN at +961 3 337 666 for technical consultation on which model fits your network architecture.