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SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is a powerful tool for monitoring and managing network devices. MikroTik’s RouterOS v7 offers robust support for SNMP, allowing network administrators to gather performance metrics, monitor device health, and automate management tasks. In this blog post, we’ll walk through the process of configuring SNMP on MikroTik RouterOS v7, complete with … Read more
This blog post walks you through the steps to configure SSH key-based authentication on MikroTik routers with practical examples.
MikroTik Torch is one of the most powerful and versatile tools included in MikroTik’s RouterOS for real-time traffic analysis. Whether you’re troubleshooting network issues, monitoring bandwidth usage, or identifying unusual traffic, Torch can help you gain deep insights into your network’s behavior. In this guide, we’ll explore how to use MikroTik Torch effectively. What Is … Read more
Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) is an essential protocol for internet routing, enabling autonomous systems (AS) to communicate and exchange routing information. Mikrotik RouterOS Version 7 introduced significant enhancements to its BGP implementation, making it more powerful and versatile. This guide walks you through setting up a BGP peer using RouterOS Version 7. Prerequisites Before proceeding, … Read more
BGP (Border Gateway Protocol) is essential for dynamic routing in modern networks. MikroTik’s RouterOS version 7 introduces significant updates to BGP functionality, making it more efficient and flexible. This guide walks you through configuring BGP filters on MikroTik RouterOS v7 to manage route propagation effectively. Prerequisites Before diving into the configuration, ensure: Step 1: Access … Read more
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With the release of Mikrotik Winbox version 4 we now have a Mac native application. This looks the same as the Windows and Linux versions. Way to go, Mikrotik! https://mikrotik.com/download
I was going through some older hard drives and came across some of these photos of Baicells, Cambium and other gear on towers. These were installed for Wireless Internet Service Providers (WISPs). See below for those who don’t know what a WISP is. A Wireless Internet Service Provider (WISP) is a telecommunications company that delivers … Read more
