MikroTik CCR2004-1G 2XS-PCle

The MikroTik CCR2004-1G-2XS-PCIe is a high-performance PCIe network interface card that integrates full router capabilities directly into server hardware, optimizing space and efficiency. It is powered by a quad-core ARMv8 64-bit processor at 1.5 GHz with 4 GB DDR4 RAM and 128 MB NAND storage that supports advanced routing, firewall, VPN, and traffic management through RouterOS v7. It features two ultra-fast 25G SFP28 ports alongside one Gigabit Ethernet port and leverages FastForward FastPath passthrough. The card includes integrated active cooling and comprehensive monitoring for temperature, voltage, and current to ensure reliability. This innovative product combines the convenience of a NIC with the power of a full-featured router, delivering flexibility and high-speed connectivity in a compact PCIe form factor.

KEY FEATURES:

• Powerful quad-core ARMv8 64-bit CPU at 1.5 GHz
• 4 GB DDR4 RAM and 128 MB NAND storage
• Dual 25G SFP28 ports plus one Gigabit Ethernet port
• Full RouterOS v7 functionality
• An active cooling system to maintain stable operation under high loads.
• Supports multiple VPN tunnels with hardware acceleration
• Energy-efficient and high-performance.
• Perfect for setups needing compact, high-speed routing inside servers.

SPECIFICATION OF CCR2004-1G 2XS-PCle

PRODUCT DETAILS

• Brand: MikroTik
• Series: CCR2004
• Model Number: CCR2004-1G-2XS-PCIe
• Product Type: PCIe Network Router Card
• Product Dimensions: 170 x 69 x 18 mm
• Color: Standard PCB color (typically green with solder mask)
• Manufacturer: SIA Mikrotīkls

⇒Technical Datasheet

PERFORMANCE

The MikroTik CCR2004-1G-2XS-PCIe offers high performance for a PCIe network card, featuring a quad-core ARMv8 64-bit CPU at 1.5 GHz, 4 GB RAM, and 128 MB NAND storage. In passthrough mode, it achieves near wire-speed operation with throughput reaching up to 28 Gbps on 1518-byte frames. Routing and bridging activities, even with filtering rules and queues, maintain multi-gigabit speeds, ensuring efficient traffic processing for complex network tasks. The IPsec pipeline can handle hundreds of encrypted VPN tunnels with throughput up to approximately 2.6 Gbps, supporting AES-128/256 encryption paired with SHA1/SHA256 hashing. These performance metrics are validated under RFC2544 testing protocols using specialized hardware.

POWER CONSUMPTION

The CCR2004-1G-2XS-PCIe card operates with a maximum power draw of 29 watts, which is efficient for the processing power and dual 25G fiber ports it supports. Without any attachments connected, the power consumption is typically lower, around 22 watts. Power is supplied through the PCIe slot without requiring external sources, and the device integrates active cooling to manage heat generation during operation. This active cooling involves an onboard blower fan that, while effective, produces audible noise.

RELIABILITY 

The MikroTik CCR2004-1G-2XS-PCIe delivers robust reliability for specialized server environments by integrating a full Cloud Core Router onto a PCIe card. Built with a quad-core ARMv8 CPU and 4GB of DDR4 RAM, this device is engineered for long-term, stable operation, as highlighted by its impressive 200,000-hour MTBF at 25°C. To maintain this high level of durability, the card features active cooling and advanced hardware monitoring for CPU temperature, PCB temperature, current, and voltage. For experienced network administrators seeking to optimize space in a data center or enterprise environment, the card’s ability to run a fully functional RouterOS for firewall management, traffic control, and fast, wire-speed performance makes it a powerful and reliable solution.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY

The CCR2004-1G-2XS-PCIe balances high throughput with low power usage relative to its capabilities. It features built-in monitoring for CPU temperature, current, voltage, and PCB temperature, allowing administrators to continuously assess and optimize power consumption. This ensures reliable and safe operation within the device’s operating temperature range of -20°C to 60°C. Such detailed sensor feedback helps prevent overheating and electrical stress, contributing to the card’s long-term durability while maintaining energy efficiency in data center and enterprise environments.

APPLICATION AREAS

The MikroTik CCR2004-1G-2XS-PCIe has diverse application areas such as hospitals, banks, corporate offices, data centers, cloud service providers, media production studios, multi-tenant colocation facilities, ISPs, virtualization hosts, remote branch offices, and home labs.

CONCLUSION

The MikroTik CCR2004-1G-2XS-PCIe is an excellent fit for organizations seeking to optimize their server room space while achieving high network performance. By embedding full-fledged routing capabilities along with two 25G SFP28 ports and a Gigabit Ethernet port directly into a PCIe card, it eliminates the need for standalone routers, reducing hardware footprint and complexity.