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- Accessing RouterOS
- Web Interface: Open a web browser and enter the router’s IP address to access the web configuration interface.
- Winbox: Use the Winbox utility if you prefer a Windows application for configuration.
- Command Line Interface (CLI): SSH into the router using a terminal for more granular control.
- Basic Network Configuration
- Interface Management: Ensure all physical and virtual interfaces are recognized and named according to your setup.
- IP Addressing: Assign IP addresses to the router interfaces, such as eth1, eth2, etc., either manually or using DHCP.
- Routing: Configure static routes or enable dynamic routing protocols like OSPF, BGP if needed.
- Firewall Setup
- Firewall Rules: Define rules based on your security policy, determining what traffic can enter or leave the network.
- NAT: Network Address Translation, useful for sharing a public IP address among internal devices.
- Wireless Configuration (if applicable)
- SSID Setup: Configure the wireless network name (SSID) and security protocols (WPA2, WPA3).
- Frequency and Channels: Choose the appropriate frequency band (2.4GHz or 5GHz) and channel to minimize interference.
- VPN Setup
- VPN Protocols: Decide on VPN types like PPTP, L2TP, or OpenVPN depending on your needs.
- VPN Users and Permissions: Define access levels for different users.
- Monitoring and Logging
- Resource Monitoring: Use built-in monitoring tools to keep track of bandwidth usage and performance.
- Logging: Set up logging to capture important events and troubleshoot issues.
- User Management
- User Accounts: Create or alter user accounts with specific access rights.
- SSH Keys: For secure access, consider using SSH keys instead of passwords.
