The MikroTik RDS2216 [RDS2216-2XG-4S+4XS-2XQ] is an enterprise data server designed to combine high-speed networking, NVMe storage, and compute in a single 1U rackmount platform. It is built for data centers, MSPs, and enterprise environments that require fast local storage, 100G connectivity, and full control over infrastructure.

Powered by RouterOS v7 with the ROSE storage and compute edition, the RDS2216 supports large-scale NVMe deployments, container workloads, and advanced networking features without relying on public cloud services. It is well-suited for on-prem storage, internal services, and high-throughput data workflows where performance, predictability, and ownership matter.

Key Specifications

• 20 × U.2 NVMe storage bays
• 2 × 100G QSFP28 ports
• 4 × 25G SFP28 ports
• 4 × 10G SFP+ ports
• 2 × 10G Ethernet ports
• 16-core ARM 64-bit CPU (2 GHz)
• 32 GB DDR4 RAM
• Dual hot-swappable power supplies
• RouterOS v7 Storage & Compute Edition (ROSE)

Best For

• Enterprise infrastructure that needs rackspace storage plus high-speed networking
• Data centers and MSPs requiring scalable NVMe storage and fast east-west data movement
• On-prem internal services like object storage, backups, container hosting, and database access
• High-availability environments using dual power supplies and RAID configurations

Who This Is For

• Enterprises running on-prem storage, backups, or private infrastructure
• MSPs hosting internal services or container workloads
• Data centers requiring high-density NVMe storage with 100G networking

Who This Is Not For

• Small offices needing basic file storage or a simple NAS
• Deployments without rack space or high-speed networking requirements

Deployment Notes

• Powered by a special RouterOS Storage & Compute Edition (ROSE) optimized for hybrid storage and networking.
• Includes multiple high-speed networking ports and flexible storage expansion for modular enterprise use.
• Supports containers and object storage protocols without cloud dependency.