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  1. 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.

  1. 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.

  1. 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.

  1. 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.

  1. 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.

  1. 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.

  1. 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.



   
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