MikroTik GPERx6 Outdoor Hybrid Fiber Switch with PoE & DC Output

The MikroTik GPERx6 is an outdoor-grade hybrid switch engineered to eliminate cable complexity in remote and extended-reach network deployments. By combining fibre uplinks, PoE output, and DC power output in a single heavy-duty enclosure, it allows a single hybrid cable to carry both data and power over long distances — making it an ideal solution for large campuses, industrial sites, perimeter surveillance networks, and off-grid edge installations.

Hybrid Fiber + Copper Architecture

The key advantage of the GPERx6 lies in its ability to work with hybrid fibre and copper cables, where fibre strands carry high-speed uplink data while copper conductors simultaneously deliver DC power to the remote unit. At the far end, the GPERx6 splits everything out: SFP+ ports handle the data uplinks, PoE-out ports power standard network devices like cameras and access points, and dedicated DC outputs supply equipment that doesn't support PoE — such as IoT controllers and specialised hardware. This approach dramatically reduces cable runs and installation complexity in large or remote deployments, enabling coverage of areas up to 1–2 km from the power source.

Three 10G SFP+ Ports

Three 10G SFP+ cages provide high-speed fibre uplinks capable of long-distance, high-bandwidth connectivity. The GPERx6 uses the proven 88E6193X dedicated 10G switch chip — the same chip used in MikroTik's popular ISP-grade netPower Lite 7R — delivering reliable non-blocking Layer 2 switching with throughput exceeding 32 Gbps at 1518-byte frames.

Gigabit Ethernet with PoE-in and PoE-out

Three Gigabit Ethernet ports round out the wired connectivity: Ether1 supports 802.3bt PoE-in (42–57V) for powering the unit itself via a PoE injector or switch, while Ether2 and Ether3 offer Passive PoE-out (up to 57V) with a total output power of up to 150W and a combined maximum output of 2.4A. A DC jack input (12–57V) provides an alternative or supplementary power source, giving maximum flexibility in how and where the GPERx6 is deployed.

Three DC Outputs

In addition to PoE-out, the GPERx6 includes three dedicated DC output ports — a feature that sets it apart from standard PoE switches. These outputs are designed for devices that do not support PoE, such as IoT sensors, environmental monitors, or custom hardware, making the GPERx6 a versatile power distribution hub for mixed-device deployments.

Built for the Outdoors

The GPERx6 is housed in a heavy-duty IP66-rated weatherproof enclosure that can withstand dust ingress, water jets, and extreme temperatures ranging from -40°C to 70°C. Fully passive cooling ensures silent, maintenance-free operation with no moving parts to fail in the field. Mounting hardware (K-93 bracket and hose clamps) is included, making pole or wall mounting straightforward. An MTBF of approximately 200,000 hours at 25°C reflects the reliability expected of infrastructure deployed in demanding outdoor environments.

SwOS — Simple & Reliable

The GPERx6 runs SwOS, MikroTik's lightweight switch operating system that provides intuitive web-based management with no complex configuration required — pre-installed and licensed out of the box.

Ideal Use Cases

The GPERx6 is particularly well-suited for perimeter surveillance covering large campuses, estates, industrial parks, or ports; remote CCTV tower deployments where a single hybrid cable must power and connect everything; IoT deployments where DC output is required; and solar-powered edge setups where minimising both cable runs and power consumption is critical.

Key Specifications at a Glance:

• Product Code: CSS606-1G-2Gi-3S+OUT
• Switch Chip: 88E6193X (dedicated 10G)
• Ethernet: 3× Gigabit (1× PoE-in 802.3bt, 2× Passive PoE-out up to 57V, 150W total)
• Fibre: 3× 10G SFP+
• DC Outputs: 3× dedicated DC outputs
• Power Input: DC jack (12–57V) or 802.3bt PoE-in (42–57V), max 160W
• Cooling: Passive | Enclosure: IP66
• Operating Temp: -40°C to 70°C | MTBF: ~200,000 hours at 25°C
• OS: SwOS (pre-installed & licensed)
• Certifications: CE, EAC, RoHS