Mikrotik RouterOS 7.14beta8 is out
https://librenms.icisky.net/dashboard/14 What’s new in 7.14beta8 (2024-Jan-22 21:07): !) rose-storage – moved SMB service in the RouterOS bundle;!) smb – removed legacy SMB service (replaced with newer and faster ROSE SMB service);*) bgp – allow to leak routes between local VRFs;*) …
Mikrotik Router OS 6.49.11 has been released
What’s new in 6.49.11 (2023-Dec-08 16:37): *) console – display “End-User License Agreement” prompt after configuration reset;*) defconf – use “WISP Bridge” default configuration mode for RBGrooveGA-52HPacn device;*) poe-out – improved “auto-on” mode for devices with single PoE-out port;*) pppoe-server …
Mikrotik Version 7.12 PSA
From the latest Mikrotik Newsletter. Because of the introduction of a new wireless package, we would like to bring to your attention thatRouterOS will now show upgrades only up to 7.12 if using an older version of the software. You …
Best Practices to secure Mikrotik routers.
This is a quick and simple post on how to get the most efficient and secure operation out of your Mikrotik router. If you follow these six principles, you will be on your way to a secure deployment.
What is BGP next-hop-self and why you should care?
In this blog post, we’ll demystify the concept of next-hop-self in BGP, why it’s crucial, and how it affects routing decisions. What Is Next-Hop-Self in BGP? In BGP, the “next hop” is the IP address used to reach a particular …
Mikrotik Back to Home feature in RouterOS7
Back To Home is a convenience feature that configures your device for secure VPN access from anywhere in the world to your router and your network, even if your router does not have a public IP address, is behind NAT …
Mikrotik V7 removing a bad static route via command line
Recently I fat-fingered a route in a Version 7 Mikrotik router. As a result, I was kicked out and could not connect via winbox. The router was still up, but I could not route to it. I was able to …
Using HomeBrew to install Mikrotik Winbox for m2 Mac
I recently upgraded to an Apple Macbook m2 from my intel based Mac. One thing I use regularly is Winbox. In order to install Winbox on an Apple Silicon Mac you simply need to follow these steps. The window resizing …
Mikrotik RotuerOS 7.8RC1 is out
What’s new in 7.8rc1 (2023-Feb-08 20:03): Changes in this release: !) storage – added new “rose-storage” package support for extended disk management and monitoring functionality (ARM, ARM64, Tile and x86) (CLI only);*) bridge – fixed DHCP packet flow when using …
Packets Down Range #9:Lumen, Cloud, 800GB switches. Sponsors needed
Welcome to issue #9 of Packets Down Range. I am a little behind because a deer decided to jump in front of my car on a recent trip to Texas. There wasn’t much damage, but almost all the airbags were …