Mikrotikls SIA METAL9HPN Users Manual

RouterBOARD Metal 9HPN

Quick Setup Guide and Warranty Information

The RouterBOARD Metal 9HPN is a solid, waterproof outdoor device with a high power wireless
transmitter (900MHz, 802.11b/g/n, N-Male antenna connector), and one 10/100 Ethernet connector
which supports MDI-X auto detection. The device is packaged with a 24V power adapter, a PoE
injector and two mounting loops.

First use

1. Connect the antenna to the N-Male connector

2. Use the latches to open the product case, to reveal the Ethernet connector

3. Use the provided round rubber insulator to put on the Ethernet cable, and push it into the
case opening, so that the opening is tightly closed.
To put the cable though the insulator, you have to put in the cable first, and only then
clamp on the Ethernet connector. If the connector is already on the cable, you can cut the
insulator on one side, to clamp it around the cable, but this sacrifices waterproofness.

4. The Metal accepts 12-28V Passive PoE from a PoE injector (please compensate voltage for
loss due to cable length)

5. The default IP address from Ether1 is 192.168.88.1 for configuration
Username is admin and there is no password

6. Depending on the antenna used, you must set its gain in the RouterOS software to ensure
that EIRP meets the limit set by authorities. This is done in the Wireless menu.

Powering

The board accepts powering from the Ethernet port (Passive PoE):

• Ethernet port accepts passive Power over Ethernet 12-28V DC. Package contains a 24V

adapter and a PoE injector.

Maximum power consumption of the device is 12W at 24V.

Booting process

Connect to wireless SSID “MikroTik” and open 192.168.88.1 in your web browser. Username is
admin and there is no password. In case IP connection is not available, Winbox can be used to

connect to the MAC address of the device. More information here:

http://wiki.mikrotik.com/wiki/First_time_startup

In case you wish to boot the device from network, for example to use MikroTik Netinstall, hold the
RESET button of the device when starting it until the LED light turns off, and Metal will start to look
for Netinstall servers.

Mounting

To tighten the Metal to a pole, use the provided mounting loops. The Metal comes bundled with two
plastic and two metallic mounting loops (choose either) - guide the loops around the Metal 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 Metal device. This is to ensure that the cable doesn't damage the port by its
weight, or doesn't fall out.

Expansion Slots and Ports

• Built in 900MHz 802.11b/g/n wireless, 1x1 MIMO, station mode (AP mode for Metal

A-2SHPN)

• One 10/100 Ethernet port, supporting automatic cross/straight cable correction (Auto MDI/X), so you can use either

straight or cross-over cable for connecting to other network devices. The Ethernet port accepts 8-30V DC powering
from a passive PoE injector.

See www.routerboard.com for more information. Contact [e-mail] for support questions. 3-Apr-14

Buttons and Jumpers

• RouterOS reset jumper hole (no direct access, board has to be removed from case) – resets RouterOS software to
defaults. Must short circuit the metallic sides of the hole (with a screwdriver, for example) and boot the device. Hold
screwdriver in place until RouterOS configuration is cleared.

• RouterBOOT reset button (access through the door) has two functions:

o Hold this button during boot time until LED light starts flashing,

release the button to reset RouterOS configuration (same result as with reset hole)

o Hold this button during boot time longer, until LED turns off,

then release it to make the device look for Netinstall servers.

Operating System Support

Currently tested operating system is MikroTik RouterOS (starting from version v5.16).

Copyright and Trademarks

Copyright MikroTikls SIA. This manual contains information protected by copyright law. No part of it may be reproduced or
transmitted in any form without prior written permission from the copyright holder. RouterBOARD, RouterOS, RouterBOOT
and MikroTik are trademarks of MikroTikls SIA. All trademarks and registered trademarks appearing in this manual are the
property of their respective holders.

Hardware. MikroTik warrants all RouterBOARD series equipment for the term of one year from the shipping date to be free
of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service, except in case of damage caused by mechanical,
electrical or other accidental or intended damages caused by improper use or due to wind, rain, fire or other acts of nature.

To return failed units to MikroTik, you must perform the following RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) procedure. Follow
the instructions below to save time, efforts, avoid costs, and improve the speed of the RMA process.

1. If you have purchased your product from a MikroTik Reseller, please contact the Reseller company regarding all
warranty and repair issues, the following instructions apply ONLY if you purchased your equipment directly from
MikroTik in Latvia.

2. We do not offer repairs for products that are not covered by warranty. Exceptions can be made for RB1000, RB1100
and RB1200.

3. Out-of-warranty devices and devices not covered by warranty sent to Mikrotikls will be returned to the sender at
sender's cost.

RMA Instructions are located on our webpage here: http://rma.mikrotik.com

Manual. This manual is provided “as is” without a warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, including, but not limited to,
the implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. The manufacturer has made every effort to
ensure the accuracy of the contents of this manual, however, it is possible that it may contain technical inaccuracies,
typographical or other errors. No liability is assumed for any inaccuracy found in this publication, nor for direct or indirect,
incidental, consequential or other damages that may result from such an inaccuracy, including, but not limited to, loss of data
or profits. Please report any inaccuracies found to [e-mail]

See www.routerboard.com for more information. Contact [e-mail] for support questions. 3-Apr-14