Meet the MikroTik CRS518-16XS-2XQ, a high-performance 100G-ready enterprise switch designed for data centers and complex networks. Featuring 2× 100G QSFP28 ports and 16× 25G SFP28 ports with backward compatibility for 10G/1G SFPs, it leverages the Marvell Prestera Aldrin2 switch chip for L3 Hardware Offloaded routing, VLAN, ACL, LACP, MLAG, Jumbo frames, and IGMP/MLD snooping. Powered by dual hot-swappable supplies and fans, with a maximum board consumption of 45W (77W with attachments), the CRS518 delivers reliable, flexible, and cost-effective connectivity. Ideal for distribution-layer deployments behind flagship CCR2216 routers, it provides high-density, future-proof 100G performance for enterprise networks running RouterOS without subscriptions or paywalls.