RouterOS

RouterOS is a routing operating system based on the Linux kernel developed by the Latvian company MikroTik. It can transform a standard PC computer into a powerful professional router and is suitable for various scenarios such as small and medium-sized enterprises and institutions, Internet cafes, hotels and operators.

Software features

Highly customizable: RouterOS integrates routing, PPPoE authentication, Web authentication, flow control, Web-proxy, professional wireless and other functions into one. Users can flexibly add or delete corresponding function modules according to actual needs to achieve personalized network configuration.

Separation of hardware and software: RouterOS can run on MikroTik's own RouterBOARD hardware or be installed on standard x86 servers, virtual machines and even embedded devices, providing users with diverse deployment options.

Multi-level management method: RouterOS also supports the web interface, Winbox graphical tool and CLI command line interface, meeting the management needs of different levels of novice users to geek users, making it convenient for users to choose the most suitable management method according to their own habits.

Excellent performance: RouterOS has excellent small packet forwarding capabilities and can efficiently handle high concurrent connection scenarios. Its performance has been proven in actual business operations of small and medium-sized enterprises, and it is even more comfortable in the home environment.

Complete monitoring functions: RouterOS has a rich set of built-in system monitoring tools. You can view key indicators such as interface traffic, CPU usage, and memory usage without installing additional plug-ins. This is very friendly for users who want to have a comprehensive overview of network conditions without relying on third-party services.

High scalability: RouterOS supports a variety of enterprise-level functions such as VLAN, VPN (multiple protocols), load balancing, BGP dynamic routing, etc., and can meet the needs of complex network environments.

Software function

Routing function: Supports static routing, dynamic routing (such as OSPF and BGP) and network address translation (NAT), and can build complex network topologies to meet the needs of networks of different sizes.

Firewall function: Provides flexible and powerful firewall functions to support internal/external attack defense, including attack protection such as scanning, DoS, suspicious packets and packets containing IP options, effectively protecting the network from unauthorized access and attacks.

Wireless network support: Supports wireless network technology, which can be used to configure and manage wireless access points, wireless clients, and wireless bridges, making it convenient for users to build and manage wireless network environments.

VPN support: Supports multiple VPN protocols, including IPsec, PPTP, L2TP and OpenVPN, allowing users to establish secure remote connections and virtual private networks to ensure the security of data transmission.

Bandwidth management: Provides traffic management functions based on HTB algorithm, which can effectively improve bandwidth utilization, limit the use of massive download software such as P2P, and ensure fair distribution and efficient utilization of network resources.

User management: allows the creation and management of user accounts, enables authorized access to network resources, and improves network security. Through the user management function, you can finely control the access rights of different users to network resources.

Monitoring and debugging tools: Provides a variety of monitoring and debugging tools for diagnosing network problems and monitoring network performance. These tools can help users discover and resolve network faults in a timely manner and ensure the stable operation of the network.

Software FAQ

Unable to connect to RouterBoard device

Problem description: When trying to connect to a RouterBoard device, the connection cannot be established.

Solution:

Confirm that the RouterBoard device's IP address, username, and password are correct.

Check whether the network connection is normal and make sure the device is reachable.

Verify that the RouterOS version supports plaintext login. If it is RouterOS 6.43 or above, an SSL connection is required. If connecting using SSL, ensure that the use_ssl parameter is set to True and that the SSL certificate is verified correctly.

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