MikroTik RDS2216-2XG-4S+4XS-2XQ – ROSE Data Server with 20× U.2 NVMe and 100G
All-in-one storage, networking and container platform for enterprise environments. 20 U.2 NVMe bays, 2× 100G QSFP28, 4× 25G SFP28, 4× 10G SFP+ and 2× 10G Ethernet, a 16-core 2 GHz ARM CPU with 32 GB ECC DDR4, 98DX4310 switch chip with L3HW offloading, dual hot-swap power supplies and RouterOS v7 (ROSE edition, licence level 6). No subscriptions, no paywalls.
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The MikroTik RouterOS enterprise Data Server (RDS2216-2XG-4S+4XS-2XQ) is a high-performance, all-in-one storage, networking and container platform designed for enterprise environments. Traditional IT setups separate networking, storage and compute, leading to inefficiencies, high costs and increased power consumption — the RDS brings them together in one secure, scalable device that stays under your control.
Take Back Control of Your Data
Stop relying on third-party cloud providers with unclear policies and unknown risks. With the RDS you host your own services — from S3-compatible object storage and document clouds to private social media — on infrastructure you own. You buy it, you own it: no subscriptions and no paywalls.
20 U.2 NVMe Bays
Twenty PCIe Gen3 trays accept U.2 SSDs up to 7 mm high. Each drive is connected with 2× PCIe 3.0 lanes (16 Gbps per drive), and the disk plane has a 16× PCIe 3.0 connection to the CPU (128 Gbps total). When writing large files over NVMe-TCP the system can sustain up to 50 Gbps continuous write speed. Adapters for M.2 let you repurpose existing drives, and two M.2 SATA slots are also provided.
100G High-Speed Networking
Connectivity includes 2× 100G QSFP28, 4× 25G SFP28, 4× 10G SFP+, 2× 1G/2.5G/5G/10G Ethernet and 1× Gigabit Ethernet port, plus an SFF-8644 interface. The 98DX4310 switch chip — the same used in the CRS510-8XS-2XQ and CRS504-4XQ — provides Layer 3 hardware offloading. Based on the CCR2216 router, the RDS is fine-tuned for networking, storage and compute workloads.
Powered by ROSE – RouterOS for Storage and Compute
The RDS runs RouterOS v7 with licence level 6 and the ROSE storage enhancements. Export block devices over NVMe-TCP, use iSCSI, NFS and SMB, build RAID arrays, add encryption layers and use BTRFS features such as snapshots, compression and subvolume transfers. TCG-Opal self-encrypting drives are supported for hardware-level security, with built-in block device encryption when hardware encryption isn’t an option.
Container-Ready
A 16-core 2 GHz ARM 64-bit CPU and 32 GB of ECC DDR4 RAM run MinIO, Nextcloud, Shinobi, Frigate and other OCI-compliant containers with ease, with built-in swap support for memory-intensive applications. Two USB ports (USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 Type-A) add flexibility for additional devices.
Real-World Applications
- Self-hosted MinIO cloud storage – S3-compatible, fast, no vendor lock-in.
- Enterprise cloud hosting – secure document storage with full Nextcloud support.
- High-speed backup and database clusters – RAID, iSCSI, NVMe-TCP and TCG-Opal for PostgreSQL, MariaDB and mission-critical workloads.
- Containerized infrastructure – run workloads and build scalable systems.
- Branch office storage expansion – routers such as the hAP ax2 can mount NFS, SMB or NVMe-TCP storage from the RDS instead of local USB/SD storage.
- Private social media hosting – host your own Pixelfed, Loops or Matrix network.
Built-in Redundancy
Dual hot-swappable power supplies keep the RDS running if one fails and allow replacement without downtime. RAID improves storage redundancy, NVMe-TCP enables data redundancy across multiple units, and RouterOS features such as VRRP and bonding provide network failover. Multiple RDS units can also be used in a cluster.
Key Specifications at a Glance:
- Product Code: RDS2216-2XG-4S+4XS-2XQ
- CPU: AL73400, ARM 64-bit, 16-core 2000 MHz
- RAM: 32 GB ECC DDR4
- Storage: 32 MB Flash (soldered) + 128 MB NAND
- Disk Bays: 20× PCIe Gen3 trays for U.2 SSD (max 7 mm height)
- M.2: 2× M.2 SATA slots
- Ports: 2× 100G QSFP28, 4× 25G SFP28, 4× 10G SFP+, 2× 1G/2.5G/5G/10G Ethernet, 1× Gigabit Ethernet
- Additional connectivity: SFF-8644 interface
- USB: 1× USB 3.0 Type-A, 1× USB 2.0 Type-A
- Switch Chip: 98DX4310 (L3HW offloading)
- Power: 2× hot-swap AC PSUs, 100–240 V input; 12 V nominal, 45 A nominal / 50 A max
- Power Consumption: 105 W max without attachments, 286 W max
- Dimensions: 476 × 443 × 44 mm
- Operating Temp: -20°C to +50°C
- OS: RouterOS v7 only, licence level 6
- Included: 2 power cords, rackmount ears, rackmount rear support ears, K-90 fastening set
Important Notice:
Storage drives are not included. The RDS accepts U.2 NVMe SSDs up to 7 mm high (M.2 drives via adapters). Please confirm drive compatibility and height before ordering.
If you would like to test the device, our return period is 7 days. The product must be returned in good condition with all original parts, accessories, and retail packaging. Incomplete or damaged returns may be subject to a restocking fee of up to 30%.
- CPU
- AL73400 16-Core 2000 MHz
- Product code
- RDS2216-2XG-4S+4XS-2XQ
- CPU architecture
- ARM 64bit
- Max Power consumption
- 286 W
- RAM type
- DDR4
- Operating Temperature
- -20°C to +50°C
- Size of RAM
- 32 GB ECC
- Number of 1G Ethernet ports
- 1
- Dimensions
- 476 x 443 x 44 mm
- Switch chip model
- 98DX4310
- Storage type
- 32 MB (Flash) soldered, 128 MB (NAND)
- Operating System
- RouterOS v7 only, License level 6
- Additional connectivity
- SFF-8644 interface
- Max power consumption without attachments
- 105 W
- Number of AC inputs
- 2 (dual-redundant hot-swap power supplies)
- AC input range
- 100-240 V
- USB slot type
- 2 (USB 3.0 Type A and USB 2.0 Type A)
- Number of 10G SFP+ ports
- 4
- Number of 25G SFP28 ports
- 4
- AC powering (Max current)
- 50 A
- Number of 100G QSFP28 ports
- 2
- Nominal voltage
- 12 V
- Nominal current
- 45 A
- Number of 1G/2.5G/5G/10G Ethernet ports
- 2
- Number of M.2 SATA slots
- 2
- U.2 support
- 20 PCIe gen3 trays for U.2 SSD (max 7 mm height)
- Max. supported U.2 size
- 7 mm
General information
All students who attend the Training can receive a free L4 license from MikroTik. Training should be at least three days long.
Students are allowed to take the certification test ONLY upon the attendance of individual training course, in the class, under the supervision of a MikroTik Certified Training Partner.
Each certification test consists of a pre-defined % of random questions (multiple choice and true/false) from specific question categories. Items also have a difficulty parameter. MTCNA test is generated from more straightforward questions, Advanced tests – from more difficult questions.
Only one attempt is allowed. The test must be finished within one hour. The passing grade is set to 60%. There are 25 questions in the exam.
Certificate numbers and RouterOS L4 licenses are assigned automatically by MikroTik. Students can see their certificates and generate license keys once logged into the account server. Printed documents from MikroTik cost USD 30 per piece. Shipping is not included.
Remote training sessions and certification exams are not allowed.
MikroTik Certification Test without prior attendance of particular MikroTik Training Session is not allowed.
Wireless Netware offers every participant a free RouterBOARD hAP-ac-lite.
The price includes class attendance, course materials, coffee breaks and lunch, "Only for local Training." The amount does not cover travel and accommodation expenses.
Please bring (very important): Laptop, power extension strip (10ft./3m) with five sockets, one long Ethernet cable (16ft./5m+) and several short Ethernet cables.
Cost: Early bird price for the course is $850. It is valid 15 days before the scheduled session, referring to the MikroTik Training website. The price will be $1050 after the early bird date. The price includes class attendance, course materials, coffee breaks and lunch," Only for local Training." The amount does not cover travel and accommodation expenses. Seating is limited to only four students. The seat is reserved and guaranteed just after the payment is received in full amount.
Certificates will only be valid for three years.
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