Turris Omnia NG Wired: A European Bid for Secure, High-Performance Networking

PRAGUE, March 31, 2026 – The Czech national domain administrator, CZ.NIC, has officially launched the Turris Omnia NG Wired, a new rack-mountable router that brings 10Gbps connectivity and a strong emphasis on open-source security to businesses, institutions, and demanding home users. Developed entirely in the Czech Republic, the device is not just a piece of high-performance hardware but a statement on European digital sovereignty, privacy, and technological independence.

Powering the Modern, High-Throughput Network

At its core, the Turris Omnia NG Wired is engineered for speed and reliability in modern IT environments. The device is housed in a compact, rack-mountable chassis designed for server rooms and network cabinets, featuring a silent, passive-cooling system that eliminates fan noise—a significant advantage for office deployments or quiet home labs.

The router's connectivity is built for the future. It includes two 10Gbps SFP+ ports, ideal for a high-speed WAN connection and a fast backbone link to a core switch, alongside four 2.5GbE RJ45 ports for connecting local servers, workstations, or high-speed access points. This configuration positions it as a direct competitor to offerings from brands like Ubiquiti and Mikrotik, which are popular in the SMB and "prosumer" markets. However, where some competitors struggle to maintain full throughput with advanced security features enabled, the Turris project's focus on an optimized, open-source software stack aims to deliver consistent performance.

Flexibility is a key tenet of the design. "In addition to 10G and 2.5G ports, we also focused on expandability," says Michal Hrušecký, head of hardware development. "Thanks to M.2 slots, users can add NVMe storage or mobile connectivity as backup, making the device adaptable to specific deployments." This allows the router to evolve beyond a simple gateway, serving as an edge device for container workloads, a network storage controller, or a resilient connectivity hub with cellular failover.

The market for high-performance routers is expanding, with analysts projecting the global market to reach nearly $40 billion by 2030. The 1Gbps-10Gbps segment is a key driver of this growth, and the Turris Omnia NG Wired enters this space with a unique combination of silent operation, robust port selection, and expandability that is often sought but rarely found in a single package.

A Foundation of Open-Source Security and Privacy

Beyond its hardware specifications, the router's most significant differentiator lies in its software and security philosophy. The device runs Turris OS, a powerful operating system based on the widely respected OpenWrt/Linux project. This open-source foundation provides complete transparency, allowing security researchers and the community to audit the code, a stark contrast to the closed-source "black box" firmware common in the industry.

This commitment to openness is central to the project's "Safety first" approach. CZ.NIC makes it clear that all data transmission from the router is optional and requires explicit user consent. The device does not send hidden analytics, telemetry, or require accounts with large technology providers to function. This privacy-by-design principle directly addresses growing concerns over how personal and corporate data is collected and used by hardware manufacturers.

For users who choose to opt-in, the router can participate in the Turris Sentinel project. This system creates a distributed, collaborative defense network where participating routers share anonymized data about detected attacks. This collective intelligence allows for the rapid identification of emerging threats and the automatic deployment of protective firewall rules across the entire Turris network, offering a level of proactive security that a single device could not achieve on its own.

For deployment in corporate environments, the router also supports professional-grade monitoring and logging, with the ability to export events to Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems. This enables seamless integration into existing IT security infrastructures for compliance and threat analysis.

Championing European Digital Sovereignty

The launch of the Turris Omnia NG Wired is more than a product release; it's a strategic move aligned with a broader European push for technological independence. In an era where network infrastructure is critical and often sourced from a few global giants, CZ.NIC is intentionally building an alternative rooted in European values of privacy, security, and transparency.

"We aim to ensure Czechia does not rely only on foreign solutions," states Ondřej Filip, CEO of CZ.NIC. "We can develop our own hardware and software meeting European requirements for security, transparency, and long-term support, contributing to an independent European technological ecosystem."

This sentiment resonates with continent-wide initiatives like the European Cybersecurity Act, which seek to bolster the security of digital supply chains and reduce dependence on non-EU technology. By developing and manufacturing the router in the Czech Republic, CZ.NIC provides an auditable and transparent solution for government agencies, critical infrastructure operators, and businesses that are increasingly wary of geopolitical risks associated with their IT hardware.

The combination of open-source software, a privacy-first policy, and European development creates a compelling proposition for any organization looking to build a network foundation that is not only powerful and secure but also philosophically aligned with the principles of digital sovereignty. As businesses and individuals become more conscious of where their technology comes from and how it handles their data, the Turris Omnia NG Wired stands ready as a capable and principled choice.