MikroTik RBGroove-52HPn operation manual

Groove series

The RouterBOARD Groove comes preinstalled in an outdoor case, with a built-in wireless interface, an
N-Male antenna connector, and one 10/100 Ethernet connector which supports MDI-X auto detection.
The device is packaged with a 24 V power adapter, a PoE injector and two mounting loops. Several
models are available (dual band, single band, AP and CPE variants).

Connecting

1. Connect the antenna to the N-Male connector.

2. Twist to open the Groove case, connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port.

3. The Groove accepts 8-30 V Passive PoE from a PoE injector. The included injector should be
connected with the “Data” end into a switch or other router, the “Data + Power” port should be
connected to the Groove, by using an Ethernet cable of the desired length (not included).

4. Use the provided rubber insulator to put on the Ethernet cable, and push it into the case opening,
so that the opening is tightly closed.

5. To configure the device, for the access point models (A) you should connect to the wireless
network that begins with “MikroTik”. For the CPE models, configuration is done from the Ethernet
port.

6. Log into the device from your web browser by opening 192.168.88.1 in the address bar. Set the
WiFi network password, the device password, any other settings and choose the country where the
device is used, to comply with local regulations.

Powering

The device accepts powering from Ethernet port (Passive PoE). Under maximum load, the power
consumption of this device is 4 W.

Mounting

The device is to be mounted vertically, so that the Ethernet cable points downwards.

If you wish to tighten the Groove to a pole, you can do it with the provided mounting loops. The Groove
comes bundled with two mounting loops – guide the loops around the Groove though the provided edge
markings, and around the pole where it will be mounted. You should avoid connecting a loose Ethernet
cable to the Ethernet port, secure the cable to a wall or the pole, so that the cable weight is not pulling
the port. It is recommended to secure the Ethernet cable less than 2m from the Groove device. This is to
ensure that the cable doesn't damage the port by it's weight, or doesn't fall out.

Configuration

The AP model Groove (A) is configured as a wireless access point, with the ethernet port configured as a
DHCP client, for connecting to your ISP router or switch. A DHCP server is configured on the wireless
interface. The CPE model Groove is configured as a client, with the Ethernet port configured as a DHCP
server.

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).

See www.mikrotik.com for more information or contact [e-mail] Document #42039. Modified on 18-Jul-18

Reset button

The reset button has three 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 CAPs mode for

managing the unit from a CAPsMAN server (total 10 seconds).

• Or Keep holding the button for 5 more seconds until until LED turns off, then release it to make the

RouterBOARD look for Netinstall servers (total 15 seconds).

Operating System Support

The device supports RouterOS software with the version number at or above what is indicated in the
RouterOS menu /system resource. Other operating systems have not been tested.

We recommend clicking the “Check for updates” button and updating your RouterOS software to the
latest version to ensure the best performance and stability.

Industry Canada

7442A-GRVA52HPC. This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne
doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique
subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

See www.mikrotik.com for more information or contact [e-mail] Document #42039. Modified on 18-Jul-18