MikroTik CCR1036-12G-4S
The MikroTik CCR1036-12G-4S is a powerful enterprise-class Cloud Core Router engineered for demanding ISP, enterprise, and data center environments. Built with a cutting-edge 36-core Tilera CPU architecture, this router delivers exceptional packet processing performance, advanced routing capabilities, and reliable high-throughput networking.
With twelve Gigabit Ethernet ports, four SFP fiber ports, dual redundant power supplies, onboard M.2 support, and RouterOS Level 6 licensing, the CCR1036-12G-4S is designed for mission-critical networking deployments.
Key Features
- 36-core Tilera CPU
- Up to 16Gbps throughput
- 12× Gigabit Ethernet ports
- 4× SFP fiber ports
- RouterOS Level 6
- Dual redundant power supplies
- Rackmount 1U design
- Hardware-accelerated networking
- M.2 storage slot
- USB connectivity
- LCD touchscreen display
- Advanced BGP and MPLS support
Enterprise-Class 36-Core Processing
The CCR1036-12G-4S is powered by a high-performance Tilera TILE-Gx36 processor.
| Feature | Details |
|---|
| CPU | TLR4-03680 |
| CPU Cores | 36 |
| CPU Frequency | 1.2 GHz |
| CPU Threads | 36 |
| Architecture | TILE |
This architecture enables:
- millions of packets per second
- advanced firewall processing
- carrier-grade routing
- large BGP tables
- complex QoS policies
- enterprise VPN processing
High Throughput Performance
The CCR1036 is designed for high-bandwidth networking.
| Performance Feature | Value |
|---|
| Throughput | Up to 16 Gbps |
| FastPath Performance | 24+ Mpps |
Perfect for:
- ISPs
- data centers
- enterprise edge routing
- BGP routing
- MPLS deployments
- core network aggregation
Flexible Port Connectivity
The router includes multiple Ethernet and fiber interfaces.
| Port Type | Quantity |
|---|
| Gigabit Ethernet | 12 |
| SFP Ports | 4 |
Ideal Use Cases
- fiber uplinks
- ISP aggregation
- enterprise core routing
- WAN connectivity
- backbone networking
SFP Fiber Support
The integrated SFP ports support high-speed fiber networking.
| Feature | Details |
|---|
| SFP Ports | 4 |
| DDMI Support | Yes |
Compatible with MikroTik SFP modules for:
- long-distance fiber
- backbone links
- data center uplinks
- enterprise fiber deployments
RouterOS Level 6 Capabilities
The CCR1036 runs MikroTik RouterOS with a full Level 6 license.
Supported features include:
- BGP
- OSPF
- RIP
- MPLS
- VPN server/client
- IPsec
- firewall filtering
- QoS traffic shaping
- load balancing
- hotspot systems
- VLAN management
- routing policies
- bandwidth management
This makes it suitable for large-scale enterprise and ISP deployments.
Redundant Power Supply Design
The router includes dual built-in power supplies for reliability.
| Feature | Details |
|---|
| AC Inputs | 2 |
| PSU Slots | 2 |
| Input Voltage | 100–240V |
This ensures:
- network uptime
- redundancy protection
- enterprise reliability
- failover power support
Storage & Expandability
The updated r2 version includes onboard storage expansion options.
| Feature | Details |
|---|
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Storage | 1 GB NAND |
| M.2 Slot | 1 |
| USB Port | 1× USB Type-A |
This enables:
- additional storage
- Dude server deployments
- logs and monitoring
- external backups
Rackmount Design
The CCR1036-12G-4S comes in a professional 1U rackmount chassis.
Additional Features
- LCD touchscreen
- RJ45 serial console
- active cooling
- enterprise mounting support
Hardware Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|
| Model | CCR1036-12G-4S |
| CPU | TLR4-03680 |
| CPU Cores | 36 |
| CPU Speed | 1.2 GHz |
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Storage | 1 GB NAND |
| Ethernet Ports | 12× Gigabit |
| SFP Ports | 4 |
| USB Port | Yes |
| M.2 Slot | Yes |
| RouterOS License | Level 6 |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
Power & Cooling
| Feature | Details |
|---|
| Max Power Consumption | 60W |
| Cooling | 2 Fans |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 60°C |
Designed for continuous enterprise operation.
Ideal Applications
The MikroTik CCR1036-12G-4S is ideal for:
- ISPs
- BGP routing
- MPLS networks
- enterprise core routing
- VPN concentrators
- firewall gateways
- data center edge routing
- fiber aggregation
- large-scale MikroTik deployments
Why Choose MikroTik CCR1036-12G-4S?
The CCR1036-12G-4S delivers:
- massive packet processing power
- carrier-grade reliability
- enterprise routing features
- advanced RouterOS functionality
- flexible fiber connectivity
- redundant power architecture
- excellent price-to-performance ratio
It remains one of MikroTik’s most powerful enterprise routing platforms for demanding network infrastructures.
