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10GbE SFP+ or RJ-45 switch options

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Currently, there are many 1GbE or 2.5GbE switches with 2x 10GbE SFP+ cages available that fit in a mini-rack. What are some options for switches that are primarily 10GbE and have more than 2 ports?

So far, I know of two options:

### Qnap QSW-M3212R-8S4T-US

- 207mm wide
- $499.00
- Managed
- 4x RJ-45 10GbE
- 8x SFP+ 10GbE

### MikroTik CRS305-1G-4S+IN

- 141mm wide
- $149.95
- Managed
- 4x SFP+ 10GbE

Also, slightly too big, but a decent top-of-rack option:

### Mikrotik CRS309-1G-8S+IN

- 272mm wide
- $216.00
- Managed
- 8x SFP+ 10GbE

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Research direction

Start with the switch requirements and examples listed in issue #63, then research primarily 10GbE switches with more than two ports that fit a mini-rack. Document qualifying options with their dimensions, price, management status, and port types; the work is done when the list provides useful additional choices.

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documentation, networking
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Documentation
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3/5
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