MikroTik CRS318-1Fi-15Fr-2S-OUT operation manual

netPower 15FR

The NetPower is a weatherproof switch with capability of using backup PoE from connected devices.

Quickstart

Please follow these quick steps to set up your device:

• Open the bottom lid (see “Bottom Lid”).

• Connect all served devices to Ethernet ports.

• Connect the device to the power source (see “Powering”).

• Open network connections on your PC.

• The Configuration has to be done through the web browser or WinBox configuration tool

http://mt.lv/winbox.

• Once connected to the network, open http://192.168.88.1 in your web browser to start configuration, user

name: admin and there is no password by default.

• We recommend clicking the “Check for updates” button and updating your RouterOS software to the latest

version to ensure the best performance and stability.

• Choose your country, to apply country regulation settings and set up your password on the screen that

loads.

Expansion slots and ports

1. DC power connector 18 – 57 V.

2. LED indicating a power state of the device.

3. Reset button.

4. Fast Ethernet 100Mbit/s, 15 - Ethernet ports, accepting PoE In.

5. Fast Ethernet 100Mbit/s, One - Ethernet port, delivering PoE out.

6. LED indicator of PoE out Ethernet port.

7. Two - 1G SFP ports.

8. LED Indicating the activity of SFP port.

9. LED Indicating the speed of SFP port.

Configuration

We recommend clicking the “Check for updates” button in the QuickSet menu, as updating your RouterOS software
to the latest version ensures the best performance and stability. For wireless models, please make sure you have
selected the country where the device will be used, to conform with local regulations.

RouterOS includes many configuration options in addition to what is described in this document. We suggest
starting here to get yourself accustomed to the possibilities: http://mt.lv/help. In case IP connection is not available,
the Winbox tool (http://mt.lv/winbox) can be used to connect to the MAC address of the device from the LAN side
(all access is blocked from the Internet port by default).

For recovery purposes, it is possible to boot the device for reinstallation, see section Buttons and Jumpers.

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Powering

The device accepts power in the following ways:

• Ethernet ports accept passive PoE 36-57 V DC ⎓.

• Direct-input power jack (5.5 mm outside and 2 mm inside, female, pin positive plug) accepts 18-57 V DC⎓.

Use included DC plug to connect with your power source:

1. DC plug 2.1x5.5x12 mm to Screw Terminal 2pin.

2. Connect your power source cables to the two pins and secure them in place by tightening screws.

3. Connect DC plug to the device.

The power consumption under maximum load can reach 10 W, with attachments 28 W.

Connecting to a PoE Adapter:

4. Connect the Ethernet cable from the device to the PoE+DATA port of the PoE adapter.

5. Connect an Ethernet cable from your local network (LAN) to the PoE adapter.

6. Connect the power cord to the adapter, and then plug the power cord into a power outlet.

Power output

The device supports passive PoE from one Ethernet marked in amber color. You can power Mikrotik devices which
supports powering through Ethernet. The power delivered through the PoE port will depend on the incoming to the
device.

Bottom Lid

1. Bottom lid is secured in place with the captive screw, it can be unscrewed by hand, but do not remove the
screw completely.

2. Pull the cover towards.

3. Lift to access Ethernet ports.

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Mounting

The device can be mounted in several ways: pole, wall or ceiling. The package also includes a drill hole template
with detailed mounting instructions, to help you with the drill hole marking. The device has eight mounting points for
versatility use zip ties or steel clamps for mounting on the pole.

The IP rating scale for this device is IP54. When mounting outdoors, please ensure that any cable
openings are directed downwards. We recommend using the POE injector and proper grounding with Cat6
shielded cable.

Mounting points:

• There are eight mounting points on

the back of this device. Choose the
most relevant ones.

• Middle points are designed for

mounting on the mast, there is
curves on the case for slim fitment.

It's recommended to secure
Ethernet cable to the pole using
zip ties. With the distance from the
device approximately 30 cm.

The device must be mounted by UP arrow
facing upwards.

The installation infrastructure
(towers and masts), as well as the
router itself, must be properly
grounded. The device includes a grounding wire attachment screw on the backside.

• Attach your grounding wire to the grounding screw.

• Attach the other end of the grounding wire to the grounded mast.

Mounting and configuration of this device should be performed by a qualified person.

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