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MikroTik RouterBOARD hEX lite (RB750r2)

KSh 7,800(KSh 9,048 Incl VAT)

850 MHz CPU – Fast enough for basic routing tasks
64 MB RAM – Sufficient for small network setups
5 x 10/100 Mbps LAN ports – Fast Ethernet ports for wired connections
RouterOS Level 4 – Full-featured MikroTik OS with advanced routing/firewall features
Compact plastic case – Lightweight, desktop-friendly design
Passive cooling – Silent operation, no fan
Low power consumption (~2W) – Energy efficient
Includes Power Supply Unit (PSU) – Ready to use out of the box

SKU: RB750r2Category: Networking Infrastructure

The RB750r2 hEX lite (also known simply as hEX lite) is a small, cost-effective wired router by MikroTik. It's designed for small-scale network setups and comes with essential routing capabilities thanks to its RouterOS software. Here's a detailed breakdown of its specs and features:

🔍 MikroTik RB750r2 hEX lite

🖥️ Hardware Specifications

Component	Specification
Model	RB750r2 (hEX lite)
CPU	QCA9533 @ 850 MHz (MIPS architecture)
RAM	64 MB DDR2
Flash Storage	16 MB (for OS and config)
Ethernet Ports	5 x 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet ports (Auto-MDI/X)
Switch Chip	Integrated (no external switch chip)
Power Input	6V–30V DC via barrel jack (typical PSU: 24V 0.8A)
Power Consumption	~2W maximum
Operating Temperature	-20°C to +70°C
Dimensions	113 x 89 x 28 mm
Case	White plastic, desktop mountable
Cooling	Passive (no fan, completely silent)
LEDs	Power, Ethernet activity/status per port

🧠 RouterOS and Licensing

Component	Specification
Operating System	MikroTik RouterOS
License Level	Level 4 (suitable for router use, limited wireless features due to no Wi-Fi interface)

RouterOS L4 Features Include:

Up to 200 PPPoE tunnels
Up to 200 active hotspot users
Unlimited static routes
Firewall and NAT capabilities
DHCP server & client
Simple queue & queue tree
Routing protocols (RIP, OSPF)
VPN support (PPTP, L2TP, SSTP, IPsec, etc.)
Web proxy
VLANs, Bridges, Interface bonding
Monitoring tools (Torch, Ping, Traceroute, Packet Sniffer)

📊 Performance Benchmarks (Typical)

Task	Approx. Throughput
Routing (25 IP filter rules)	~100 Mbps
NAT Performance	~130 Mbps
Firewall + NAT	~100 Mbps
VPN (IPsec ~AES128)	~5-10 Mbps (CPU limited)
Bridging/Switching	~100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet limit)

Note: These are real-world approximations. Exact performance depends on network load and configuration.

🔌 Power Supply Details

Included: 24V 0.8A DC wall power adapter
Voltage Range: 6V–30V DC (can be powered via alternative power supplies such as battery banks or PoE injectors if modified)
PoE Support: Not supported natively on RB750r2 (unlike some other MikroTik models)

📦 In the Box

RB750r2 hEX lite router
24V Power Adapter
Quick Start Guide

🧰 Use Cases and Deployment Scenarios

Scenario	Suitability
Home Router	✅ Ideal for wired home networks
SOHO (Small Office/Home Office)	✅ Good for basic routing, NAT, DHCP, VPN
Training/Learning RouterOS	✅ Excellent, low-cost RouterOS practice tool
WISP CPE Router	✅ Commonly used in low-cost wireless deployments (with external APs)
VPN Gateway	⚠️ Limited performance; not ideal for heavy VPN traffic
Gigabit Networks	❌ Not suitable (Fast Ethernet only)