Configuration
Once logged in, 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 to
start 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.
Mounting
It is possible to attach the device to a wall, using the provided screw holes on the back of the unit. The device
should be mounted in a way that the cable openings are pointing downward.
The IP rating scale for this device is IPX0. The device has no protection from water contamination, please ensure
the placement of the device in a dry and ventilated environment.
We recommend Cat5/6 shielded cables for our devices.
Mounting and configuration of this device should be done by a qualified person.
The enclosure includes a grounding screw hole with an M4 thread (screw not included). In locations with the risk of
ESD discharge, you are encouraged to connect the grounding screw to verified grounding infrastructure.
This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the device and your
body. Operation of this equipment in the residential environment could cause radio interference.
Extension slots and ports
• The Ethernet ports are connected in two groups of five, each group is connected through a switch chip.
The ports can be configured individually and support automatic cross/straight cable correction (Auto
MDI/X), so you can use either straight or cross-over cables for connecting to other network devices.
• SFP+ port accepts SFP and SFP+ modules. Note: The RB4011 does not support passive DAC modules,
1GB copper SFP modules and SFP GPON modules.
• RJ45 console port for serial console access, set by default to 115200 bit/s, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity.
• An Integrated wireless module which supports AP/CPE/P2P/repeater modes.
• 5 GHz 802.11a/n/ac.
• 2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n.
Buttons and jumpers
The reset button has the following functions:
• Hold this button during boot time until LED light starts flashing, release the button to reset RouterOS
configuration (total 5 seconds).
• Keep holding for 5 more seconds, LED turns solid, release now to turn on CAP mode. The device will now
look for a CAPsMAN server (total 10 seconds).
• Or Keep holding the button for 5 more seconds until LED turns off, then release it to make the
RouterBOARD look for Netinstall servers connected to its first Ethernet port (total 15 seconds).
Regardless of the above option used, the system will load the backup RouterBOOT loader if the button is pressed
before power is applied to the device. Useful for RouterBOOT debugging and recovery.
See mikrotik.com/products for the latest version of this document. Document #50324 Modified on: 28.JUN.2019