Description
MikroTik CRS112-8P-4S-IN: Smart Switch with PoE Power
What It Does
The MikroTik CRS112-8P-4S-IN helps your business network run better. Also, this smart switch has eight fast internet ports. Plus, it can power devices through the cables. Additionally, it has four special ports for fiber cables.
Main Features
First, this switch gives power in different ways. It works with standard PoE and PoE+ devices. Also, it can use Passive PoE when needed. Furthermore, it picks the right power for each device by itself.
Next, the switch has 12 ports in total. Eight ports use normal network cables. Meanwhile, four ports work with fiber cables. These fiber ports can handle speeds up to 1 Gbps.
Power Options
The box includes a power supply that works right away. However, you can also use a stronger power supply if needed. The switch takes 48-57V power through a second port. This choice lets you pick what works best for you.
Also, different power levels change how much each port can give. With lower power, each port gives up to 1A. On the other hand, higher power gives 450mA per port. The total limit is 2.8A or 1.4A depending on your power supply.
How It Works
The switch uses a 400 MHz processor to run smoothly. It also has 128MB of memory for fast operation. Plus, 16MB of storage keeps your settings safe.
The device works well in hot and cold places. Specifically, it runs fine from -20°C to 60°C. This means you can use it almost anywhere.
Power Through Cables
The switch sends power through specific cable wires. It uses pins 4, 5 for positive and 7, 8 for negative. This standard way works with most powered devices. Moreover, it won’t hurt devices that don’t need power.
Network Speed
Each port can send and receive data at the same time. This means full speed in both directions always. Also, the switch handles all ports at maximum speed together.
The fiber ports give you more connection choices. They work with different fiber modules for various distances. Furthermore, you can mix regular and fiber cables as needed.
Control Features
The switch comes with RouterOS Level 5 software. This gives you many advanced features to use. You can also check how well it’s working anytime. Additionally, the web setup makes everything easy to configure.
Heat monitoring keeps your switch safe. The device checks its temperature all the time. If it gets too hot, it warns you right away. This feature stops damage and keeps everything running well.
Easy Setup
First, the small size fits in standard racks easily. The switch mounts in 19-inch racks without problems. Moreover, all mounting parts come in the box.
Cable management becomes much simpler with good port layout. All regular ports group together on one side. Meanwhile, fiber ports sit separately so you can find them fast.
Good Value
This switch gives you a lot for your money. It does switching and power in one box. Therefore, you spend less than buying separate pieces. Additionally, the included power supply saves you more money.
The price of $179 fits most business budgets. However, you get professional features at this cost. This makes it perfect for small and medium businesses.
