MikroTik CRS309-1G-8S+IN 9-Port 10G SFP+ Switch Price in Kenya

MikroTik CRS309-1G-8S+IN 9-Port 10G SFP+ Switch Price in Kenya

The MikroTik CRS309-1G-8S+IN is a compact managed switch for connecting high-speed network equipment. It suits offices, server installations, storage networks and distribution points that need several 10 Gigabit links without a large switch enclosure.

Its nine network interfaces comprise eight 10Gbps SFP+ ports and one Gigabit Ethernet port. The copper interface provides a convenient management connection and supports power input; it is not a ninth 10Gbps port. CRS309-1G-8S+IN

For businesses in Kenya, the CRS309 can consolidate compatible server, storage and switch connections. Select optical modules or direct-attach cables around the endpoint equipment and connection distance.

MikroTik CRS309-1G-8S+IN Price in Kenya

Contact Network Switch Kenya for a quotation covering the switch and accessories needed for your installation.

Confirm:

• The exact CRS309-1G-8S+IN model.
• Required optical modules or direct-attach cables.
• Fibre type and connection distances.
• Power and mounting arrangements.
• Configuration and installation services.
• Delivery, applicable taxes and warranty terms.

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Key Features and Benefits

High-Speed Connections for Capable Equipment

The SFP+ interfaces support links to compatible servers, storage systems and switches. This can help where Gigabit connections restrict local traffic.

Actual transfer performance depends on the endpoints, storage, cabling and configuration. Upgrading the switch alone does not increase the capabilities of connected devices.

Flexible Fibre and Direct-Attach Connections

Suitable optical modules support fibre links, while compatible direct-attach cables can connect nearby equipment.

Check compatibility at both ends. Optical wavelength, fibre type, connectors and supported link rates must match the proposed installation.

Quiet, Compact Installation

The passively cooled enclosure operates without fans. This makes placement practical in environments where fan noise would be inconvenient.

Allow airflow around the case and monitor temperatures, particularly when selecting modules that generate more heat.

RouterOS or SwOS

The device supports either operating system. RouterOS offers broader configuration options, while SwOS focuses on switch administration.

Choose the platform before deployment and use its corresponding configuration instructions.

Hardware-Based Forwarding

Supported traffic can be forwarded through the switch chip. Preserving hardware offload is important when configuring a high-throughput installation.

Routing, firewalling and other CPU-dependent functions require separate assessment. Aggregate switching figures do not represent equivalent routing performance.

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Key Specification

SpecificationMikroTik CRS309-1G-8S+INSFP+ interfaces8 × up to 10GbpsCopper Ethernet1 × 10/100/1000MbpsSwitching capacity162GbpsNon-blocking throughput81GbpsOperating systemsRouterOS / SwOSProcessorDual-core, 800MHzRAM512MBFlash storage16MBSwitch chip98DX8208RouterOS licenceLevel 5Dimensions272 × 191 × 44mmCoolingPassiveDC-jack input12–57VPoE input802.3af/at; 18–57V listed input rangeMaximum listed consumption23WMaximum without attachments17WSerial consoleRS232Tested ambient temperature−40°C to 70°CProtection ratingIP20PoE outputNone

Specifications follow MikroTik’s product listing. CRS309-1G-8S+IN

Power Options Explained

The switch can receive power through its DC jack or Ethernet port. Its hardware guide also documents compatible passive PoE input and simultaneous-input failover, with the higher-voltage input acting as the main source. RouterOS Manual

Check the voltage, wiring and available power before selecting a source. Allow for the switch and installed modules; do not assume every injector or PoE port is suitable.

PoE input powers the switch itself. The CRS309 does not supply PoE to cameras, access points or other devices.

Typical Applications

Server and Storage Networks

Connect compatible equipment for local transfers and shared storage access. Assess storage and endpoint performance before estimating the benefit of a 10Gbps upgrade.

Access-Switch Aggregation

Bring several compatible uplinks into a central distribution point. Design capacity around simultaneous traffic and the topology.

The MikroTik CRS326-24G-2S+RM at MikroTik Kenya is a related access-switch option with a different interface arrangement.

Networks Requiring More Copper Connections

If the installation primarily needs copper access ports, compare the MikroTik CRS310-8G+2S+IN at MikroTik Kenya. Select around endpoint speeds and connection types rather than port count alone.

Networks with Dedicated Routing

Use the CRS309 alongside routing equipment selected for gateway services.

The MikroTik RB1100AHx4 at Tawa and MikroTik RB4011iGS+RM at Orbitlink Solutions are separate routers to assess against workload and interface requirements.

For a smaller Gigabit distribution point, review the MikroTik RB260GS at Network Switch Kenya.

How to Set Up the MikroTik CRS309-1G-8S+IN

1. Plan Connections

List each endpoint, required speed, connection distance and network assignment.

Select compatible modules or cables before installation. Include connector clearance and fibre bend requirements in the layout.

2. Position or Mount the Switch

Place the device on a stable surface or use its approved mounting arrangement. Keep it dry and ventilated.

Avoid covering the enclosure or placing heat-producing equipment directly against it.

3. Connect Power

For initial setup, use the supplied adapter where available.

If powering through Ethernet, verify the source’s compatibility and capacity. Follow the hardware guide for any dual-input arrangement.

4. Establish Management Access

Connect a configuration computer through the Ethernet port.

MikroTik’s guide documents 192.168.88.2/24 for the computer and 192.168.88.1 for initial access. In RouterOS, use WebFig or WinBox; if IP access is unavailable, WinBox Neighbors may help locate the device.

Check supplied credentials or the sticker, then set a strong password. RouterOS Manual

5. Choose the Operating System

Confirm whether RouterOS or SwOS suits the installation.

The hardware guide documents boot selection under System → RouterBOARD → Settings → Boot OS in RouterOS. Complete any change before production use because it interrupts operation. RouterOS Manual

6. Secure Management

Assign a recognizable identity and an unused management address appropriate to the network.

Record access details and restrict administration to the intended network or devices.

7. Review Firmware

Use firmware matching the hardware and chosen operating system.

Back up an existing configuration before updating. Keep power stable and verify access afterward.

8. Configure Switching

Inspect the factory configuration before making changes.

For RouterOS, use a suitable bridge arrangement and verify hardware offload on intended switching ports. Configuration choices can affect whether traffic remains in hardware.

9. Configure VLANs Where Required

Plan access ports, tagged links and management access before enabling filtering.

Coordinate settings with other switches and the router. Preserve a working management connection while applying changes.

10. Connect and Verify Links

Add one connection at a time. Confirm negotiated rates and inspect errors.

Match optical equipment at both ends. Avoid changing speed settings blindly when investigating compatibility problems.

11. Test and Save

Test transfers between capable endpoints rather than relying only on tests generated by the switch CPU.

Check application performance, temperatures, link errors and CPU usage. Save configuration backups and document the ports and installed modules.

Advantages

• Multiple high-speed connections in a compact enclosure.
• Quiet passive cooling.
• Fibre and direct-attach options.
• RouterOS and SwOS choices.
• Flexible power inputs.
• Useful for small aggregation installations.

Disadvantages and Limitations

• Only one copper Ethernet interface.
• Modules and cables add to project cost.
• No PoE output.
• Passive cooling needs adequate ventilation.
• Configuration affects forwarding performance.
• CPU routing requires separate workload assessment.

Package Contents

MikroTik lists a 24V 1.2A adapter, mounting ears and a fastening set. Confirm the seller’s complete package.

Optical modules, fibre leads and direct-attach cables should be specified separately. CRS309-1G-8S+IN

Frequently Asked Questions

Are all nine ports 10Gbps?

No. There are eight SFP+ interfaces and one Gigabit Ethernet interface.

Can it connect directly to ordinary Ethernet devices?

The copper port supports Ethernet. Additional copper connections require compatible modules or a separate access switch.

Does it provide PoE output?

No. Its PoE capability is for input power.

Can it increase internet speed?

It cannot increase the service supplied by your provider. It can improve suitable local connections.

Can it perform routing?

RouterOS provides routing functions, but assess performance separately from hardware switching.

Order from Network Switch Kenya

Contact Network Switch Kenya for a quotation. Include endpoint models, connection distances and required network settings so compatible accessories can be selected.