Meet the powerhouse of the MikroTik Cloud Core Router series – the CCR1036-8G-2S+EM. Engineered by MikroTik for the most demanding network environments, this industrial-grade router delivers exceptional processing power thanks to its cutting-edge 36-core Tilera CPU. Designed specifically for ISPs, large enterprises, and data centers requiring millions of packets per second and multi-gigabit throughput, the CCR1036-8G-2S+EM is built for performance, reliability, and scalability. The “EM” designation signifies the enhanced 16GB of ECC RAM for handling even larger state tables and complex configuration
This router is packed with high-end hardware specified by networking experts:
36-Core Tilera CPU: Features a TLR4-03680 Tile-Gx36 CPU with 36 cores running at 1.2 GHz each, providing massive parallel processing power for complex tasks.
16GB ECC RAM (EM Model): Equipped with 16GB of Error-Correcting Code RAM, ensuring data integrity and stability under heavy load, crucial for mission-critical applications. (Standard models typically have less RAM).
Dual Redundant Power Supplies: Includes two independent PSU units for high availability. If one power source fails, the router continues operating uninterrupted on the second PSU.
8 x Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Provides ample high-speed copper connectivity for various network segments.
2 x 10G SFP+ Cages: Enables high-capacity fiber optic uplinks or interconnects at 10 Gbps speeds. Supports both SFP (1.25G) and SFP+ (10G) modules (sold separately).
RouterOS Level 6 License: Comes with the highest tier RouterOS license, offering unlimited capabilities across all features including users, tunnels, interfaces, and advanced routing protocols.
1U Rackmount Enclosure: Standard rackmount size for seamless integration into existing server racks.
Active Cooling System: Incorporates fans to maintain optimal operating temperatures under sustained high load.
M.2 Slot:Includes an onboard M.2 PCIe slot (typically x4) allowing for high-speed NVMe storage expansion (up to 1TB recommended).
Connectivity Options: Includes a full-size USB port and an RJ45 serial console port for management and configuration.
ISP Core & Edge Routing: Handles massive routing tables (BGP), complex MPLS deployments, and high subscriber counts with ease.
Large Enterprise Backbones: Aggregates traffic from multiple departments or buildings, enforces complex firewall rules, and terminates numerous VPN tunnels without performance degradation.
Data Center Interconnects: Provides high-throughput, low-latency routing between server racks or network segments.
High-Capacity Firewall & NAT: Processes millions of concurrent sessions and complex firewall rulesets at wire speed.
VPN Concentration: Terminates thousands of secure VPN tunnels (IPsec, OpenVPN, etc.) efficiently thanks to its powerful CPU and hardware IPsec acceleration.
Millions of Packets Per Second: Capable of forwarding tens of millions of packets per second (Mpps), essential for handling large volumes of small packets typical in some network traffic patterns. (Actual throughput up to ~28 Gbps reported, depending on configuration and packet size).
Specifications of MikroTik CCR1036-8G-2S+EM Router