Product Categories

Yaser Rahmati | یاسر رحمتی

MikroTik offers a diverse range of products designed to meet various networking needs, from home and small business setups to large enterprise and ISP deployments. These products are grouped into several categories based on their functionality and intended use. Here’s a detailed overview of MikroTik's product categories:

1. Routers

  • Home and SOHO Routers: Designed for home users and small office/home office (SOHO) environments, these routers offer essential routing, wireless connectivity, and network management features.

    • Examples: hAP series (home Access Point), cAP series (ceiling Access Point).

  • Enterprise Routers: More powerful routers equipped with advanced routing capabilities, suitable for larger networks.

    • Examples: RB series, such as the RB3011 and RB4011.

  • Carrier-Grade Routers: Designed for ISPs and large-scale enterprises, these routers handle high traffic volumes and complex routing tasks.

    • Examples: CCR series (Cloud Core Router) like CCR1009, CCR1036, and CCR1072.

2. Switches

  • Cloud Router Switch (CRS) Series: Combines routing and switching capabilities in one device. Suitable for both data centers and enterprise networks, offering high port density and flexibility.

    • Examples: CRS125, CRS326, CRS328.

  • Managed and Unmanaged Switches: MikroTik offers both managed and unmanaged switches, catering to different levels of network management needs.

3. Wireless Systems

  • Indoor Wireless: Access points and routers designed for indoor use, offering robust wireless connectivity for homes and businesses.

    • Examples: hAP ac², cAP ac.

  • Outdoor Wireless: Devices designed to withstand outdoor conditions, ideal for building long-range wireless networks, such as in rural or large open areas.

    • Examples: SXT series, LHG series, and Groove series.

  • Point-to-Point (PtP) and Point-to-Multipoint (PtMP): Solutions for creating direct wireless links between two locations (PtP) or connecting multiple clients to a central base station (PtMP).

    • Examples: LHG series, NetMetal, mANTBox.

4. LTE Products

  • LTE Routers and Modems: Devices that support LTE connectivity, providing internet access in areas with cellular coverage but limited wired infrastructure.

    • Examples: wAP LTE kit, LtAP mini, SXT LTE kit.

  • Outdoor LTE Solutions: Rugged devices for outdoor LTE connections, suitable for remote areas.

    • Examples: LHG LTE kit, RBLHGR.

5. Wireless Accessories

  • Antennas: High-gain antennas for boosting wireless signal strength and extending coverage.

    • Examples: mANT series, including mANT30 and mANT15.

  • Cables and Adapters: Various types of cables, PoE injectors, and adapters for powering and connecting MikroTik devices.

    • Examples: RBGPOE, Gigabit PoE injector.

6. IoT (Internet of Things)

  • KNOT and TRB series: Specially designed devices for IoT applications, enabling the connection of sensors, meters, and other IoT devices to the network.

    • Examples: KNOT IoT gateway, TRB140.

  • IoT Accessories: Modules and sensors that can be integrated with MikroTik devices for various IoT applications.

7. Network Management

  • Dude Network Monitor: A powerful network monitoring tool that can track the status of all network devices and services.

  • CAPsMAN (Centralized AP Management): A system for managing multiple MikroTik access points from a central location, simplifying wireless network administration.

8. Power Solutions

  • PoE (Power over Ethernet) Solutions: Devices and accessories that provide power to MikroTik routers and switches through the Ethernet cable, eliminating the need for separate power supplies.

    • Examples: RBPOE, GPeR (Gigabit Passive Ethernet Repeater).

  • UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply): Devices to ensure network stability during power outages.

    • Examples: MikroTik does not manufacture traditional UPS units but offers solutions to manage and monitor power distribution in network environments.

9. Cables and Connectors

  • Ethernet Cables: High-quality cables designed for optimal performance with MikroTik devices.

  • Fiber Optic Cables: Cables for fiber-optic connections, suitable for high-speed data transfers in enterprise and ISP environments.

  • Connectors and Adapters: A variety of connectors, adapters, and accessories to support different types of network installations.

10. Modules

  • SFP and SFP+ Modules: Small form-factor pluggable modules for fiber optic connections, supporting both 1Gbps and 10Gbps speeds.

    • Examples: S-85DLC05D, S-31DLC20D.

  • MiniPCIe Modules: Expansion modules for adding wireless capabilities or LTE support to MikroTik devices.

    • Examples: R11e-LTE, R11e-5HacT.

11. Software

  • RouterOS: The operating system that powers all MikroTik devices, providing a comprehensive suite of networking features.

  • SwOS: A simplified operating system designed specifically for MikroTik switches, offering essential management features without the complexity of RouterOS.

12. Security Products

  • Firewalls and Security Features: RouterOS includes stateful firewall capabilities, VPN support, and other security measures to protect the network.

  • IPsec Hardware Encryption: Some MikroTik devices support hardware-accelerated IPsec encryption, enhancing VPN performance and security.

Conclusion

MikroTik’s extensive product range covers almost every aspect of modern networking, from basic home routers to complex solutions for ISPs and enterprises. The flexibility and scalability of their products make them suitable for a wide variety of applications, and their integration with RouterOS ensures that users have access to a powerful set of tools for managing their networks. Whether you are building a small home network, setting up a business infrastructure, or deploying a large-scale ISP network, MikroTik’s product categories offer solutions tailored to meet your specific needs.

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