Mikrotik RDS2216-2XG-4S+4XS-2XQ RouterOS Enterprise Data Server
RDS is a high-performance, all-in-one storage, 100G networking, and container platform designed for enterprise environments. Featuring 20 U.2 NVMe storage slots and a special RouterOS Edition for Storage & Compute (ROSE).
Third parties control your data. Should they? Your business, your files, your future – handed over to external providers with unclear policies and unknown risks. Stop relying on the cloud. Own your infrastructure.
Introducing the Rose Data Server (RDS2216) – a high-performance, all-in-one storage, networking, and container platform designed for enterprise environments. Secure, scalable, and under your control.
Why Choose RDS2216?
• 20 U.2 NVMe storage slots – Ultra-fast, high-density storage for demanding workloads.
• 100G high-speed networking – 2× 100G QSFP28 ports, 4× 25G SFP28 ports, 4× 10G SFP+ ports, 2× 10G Ethernet ports, and an extra SFF-8644 interface for flexible connectivity.
• 16-core 2 GHz ARM CPU + 32GB DDR4 RAM – High-performance processing for networking, storage, and virtualization.
• Massive energy savings – Cut power consumption and heat output while maintaining high performance – an eco-friendly solution for data-heavy environments.
• Runs RouterOS – The most flexible, modular networking OS. Supports advanced storage capabilities, including exporting block devices over NVMe-TCP, encryption layers, and modular storage configurations for scalable infrastructure. No subscriptions. No paywalls.
• Container-ready – Run MinIO, Nextcloud, Shinobi, Frigate, and other OCI compliant containers with ease. We’ve added two USB ports for additional devices and further adaptability.
• Includes dual hot-swappable power supplies – Ensuring uninterrupted operation and quick replacement without unnecessary downtime.
| Specifications | |
| CPU | AL73400 16-Core 2000 MHz |
| CPU architecture | ARM 64bit |
| Size of RAM | 32 GB |
| RAM type | DDR4 |
| Storage | 32 MB (Flash) soldered, non expandable, 128 MB (NAND) |
| Number of 1G Ethernet ports | 1 |
| Number of 1G/2.5G/5G/10G Ethernet ports | 2 |
| Number of 10G SFP+ ports | 4 |
| Number of 25G SFP28 ports | 4 |
| Number of 100G QSFP28 ports | 2 |
| Number of M.2 SATA slots | 2 |
| Disk bays | 20 PCIe gen3 trays for U.2 SSD disks (max 7mm height supported) |
| Additional connectivity | SFF-8644 interface |
| Max. supported U.2 size | 7 mm |
| USB slot | 2 (USB 3.0 Type A and USB 2.0 Type A) |
| Switch chip model | 98DX4310 |
| Operating system | RouterOS v7 only, License level 6 |
| Dimensions | 476 x 443 x 29 mm |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to +50°C |
| Powering | |
| Number of AC inputs | 2 (dual-redundant hot-swap power supplies) |
| Nominal voltage | 12 V |
| Nominal current | 45 A |
| Max current | 50 A |
| AC input range | 100-240 V |
| Max power consumption (without attachments) | 105 W |
| Max power consumption | 286 W |
| Package contents | 2 Power cords Rackmount ears Rackmount rear support ears K-90 Fastening set |
