Mikrotik quietly adds features to the Winbox package updates
Mikrotik has added some new features to system…packages as far as updating goes. More info to come soon.
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The Top 6 Most Common MikroTik Configuration Errors Made by Network Administrators
Whether you’re a seasoned engineer or just getting started, this post will walk you through the six most common MikroTik configuration errors and how to avoid them.
BGP: What is the no_export Community?
In this post, I will dive into what the no_export attribute is, how it works, and when you should use it.
Mikrotik RouterOS V7 BGP Template $15
The following is a Template for creating a BGP session with both a v6 and a v4 peer in Mikrotik RouterOS v7. It costs $15 for Patreon subscribers or $20 for everyone else.
Using Point-to-Point OSPF and example configurations
In this post, I will break down what OSPF point-to-point mode is, when to use it, and why it might be your best option.
Vendor Quirks & Common Pitfalls in BGP Configuration
In this post, I walk through some key quirks and common pitfalls you might encounter when configuring BGP on MikroTik RouterOS (v6 & v7), Cisco IOS, Juniper Junos, and Arista EOS.
Why ISP-Specific Training is Critical to…well duh…ISPs. Part 1
ISP-specific training focuses on the unique challenges and technologies Internet Service Providers face. Unlike general networking or CompTIA-style certifications, this type of training zeroes in on real-world field scenarios
MikroTik vs Cisco: How BGP varies between platforms. The 10,000 foot view
MikroTik vs Cisco: How BGP Works on Each Platform When it comes to Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), both MikroTik and Cisco routers offer powerful capabilities to participate in dynamic interdomain routing. However, there are some significant differences in configuration syntax, defaults, feature sets, and operational behavior between the two platforms. Whether you’re migrating between them … Read more
Patreons: MikroTik v7 BGP Troubleshooting Commands
This content is for Patreon subscribers of the j2 blog. Please consider becoming a Patreon subscriber for as little as $1 a month. This helps to provide higher quality content, more podcasts, and other goodies on this blog.To view this content, you must be a member of Justin’s Patreon at $1 or more Unlock with … Read more
Much welcome BGP changes in Mikrotik routeros 7.19beta
*) bgp – added input.filter-community;*) bgp – fixed excessive CPU usage;*) bgp – fixed input.accept-community;*) bgp – fixed memory leak on receiving notify and closing session;*) bgp – improved performance on BGP input;
How to Set Up an EoIP Tunnel with MikroTik Version 7
Ethernet over IP (EoIP) is a protocol developed by MikroTik that allows the creation of a Layer 2 VPN tunnel between two MikroTik devices over an IP network. This is useful for extending local networks across remote locations. In this guide, I will demonstrate how to configure an EoIP tunnel using MikroTik version 7. Prerequisites … Read more
Mikrotik Wireless overview 2025
One of the questions I often see is what Mikrotik is doing with wireless and what they are supporting. This blog post is going to outline some of the key Mikrotik wireless features and standards supported. Frequency Bands and Standards Wireless Protocols MikroTik’s RouterOS supports various wireless protocols to enhance performance and reliability: Product Offerings … Read more