MikroTik L009 8x Gbit Ethernet, 1x 2.5Gbit SFP Router [L009UiGS-RM]

The MikroTik L009 series is more than just a router. This product line is up to 4 times faster than the RB2011, it has a modern ARM CPU with container support, an innovative enclosure that allows mounting up to four routers in a single 1U space, more RAM, PoE, and 2.5G SFP support. This version comes with 1U rackmount accessories. L009 is up to 4 times faster than RB2011 in most cases and setups, from simple fast path routing to complex bridge filters.

The MikroTik L009UiGS-RM features a powerful dual-core ARM CPU. It offers significant improvement when it comes to routing and filtering, complex firewall rules, IPsec hardware encryption, and various advanced RouterOS features. ARM CPU architecture provides significant advantages over older MIPS-based devices. Like using all the latest Linux Kernel features, or implementing your own container projects. The combination of a modern ARM CPU and a full-sized USB port is perfect for running custom container projects. You could run a Pi-hole ad block on this router, for example. Or you could use the USB to add an LTE modem of your choice.

All the ports are now Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE-in on the first port, you can use it instead of the DC jack to power the unit. And there’s PoE-Out* on the last port for powering other devices. Another helpful addition is an SFP cage that supports both Gigabit and 2.5 Gigabit connectivity. A variety of MikroTik SFP modules and cables have tested to support higher speeds, the 2.5G capability makes a sysadmin’s life so much easier, there’s a console port for quick direct-access configuration!

At the heart of it all the speedy Marvell Peridot Switchchip which offers an impressive 2.5 Gigabit full duplex connection to the CPU to all the ports, except Ether1 which has its own Gigabit full duplex line to the CPU.

The new enclosure is a spectacular innovation on its own, it’s the same form-factor you might have seen with the highly sought-after RB5009 devices. It has several extremely useful properties, the case acts as a massive heat-sink to protect your setups from overheating. With a simple set of accessories, you can fit up to four of these routers in a single 1U rackmount space.