MikroTik RouterOS Setup Checklist

Welcome to the MikroTik RouterOS setup guide on Artiste1.com
This checklist will help you configure a MikroTik router running RouterOS, ensuring you cover all essential steps for a secure and efficient network setup.

Initial Setup

• Connect to the router (via Ethernet or Winbox)
• Change default login credentials
• Check for and apply RouterOS updates
• Verify license level and upgrade if necessary

Network Configuration

• Configure network interfaces (WAN, LAN, WLAN)
• Set up IP addressing for each interface
• Configure DHCP server for LAN
• Set up DNS settings

Routing and Firewall

• Configure NAT for internet access
• Set up basic firewall rules
• Configure port forwarding (if needed)
• Set up static routes (if required)

Wireless Configuration (if applicable)

• Enable and configure wireless interfaces
• Set SSID and wireless security (WPA2)
• Configure frequency bands and channels

Advanced Features

• Set up Quality of Service (QoS) rules
• Configure VPN server or client (if needed)
• Set up VLANs for network segmentation

Monitoring and Management

• Configure system logging
• Set up SNMP for network monitoring
• Enable bandwidth monitoring and graphs

Security Hardening

• Disable unnecessary services
• Configure MAC address filtering (optional)
• Set up access list for router management

Backup and Documentation

• Create a full system backup
• Export configuration to a file
• Document network settings and configurations

Common RouterOS Commands

Here are some useful RouterOS commands you might need during setup:

• /system reboot - Reboot the router
• /interface print - List all interfaces
• /ip address print - Show IP addresses
• /ip firewall filter print - Display firewall rules
• /system backup save name=mybackup - Create a backup

For more detailed instructions on MikroTik RouterOS configuration,
check out our MikroTik RouterOS Guide.

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