Basics

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.