MikroTik RB4011 Ethernet 10-Port Gigabit Router (RB4011iGS+RM)

This is a great little router. If you are concerned about it being too difficult to setup, they have a very nice 'getting started' program where basically you just enter in some simple details and the router is up and running. It literally takes minutes. I opted for this router because I wanted a box that was able to run from existing POE on my network and one that had the speed to give me the full 1 gig bandwidth I pay for while at the same time providing robust firewall and port forwarding so I don't have to compromise on what I am able to do on my LAN. The SFP port is exactly what I needed to connect to my ISP's network. The box has 10 etherports so if you don't have many devices to connect, that's all you will need. I have the SFP port to my ISP, and the 10 network jacks are for the LAN. Very simple, and very fast.

I have been using this new Mikrotik RB4011 for a month now, and it was a much needed upgrade. I have Spectrum 100/10Mbps internet service a my old router did not have the CPU power that this one dose, so no more slow speedtests. I am now seeing consistent higher than advertised results. I have also noticed that pings in online games are lower and website page loads are faster.This is a device that should be set up though by some one who knows a little about networking, or knows a lot about networking and there is a comprehensive GUI called WinBox or the ssh console to setup this router to do all kinds of things. I have mine blocking known spam/hacker IPs and I block ad servers with the DNS server. I also use the VPN for when I need to get something from home.I have not use the POE yet but plan on plugging my Mikrotik Access Point into it when I run a longer cable. We have a lot of Mikrotik devices at work and they are solid pieces of equipment. In my photos you can see I have other Mikrotik devices that are old and still work great, but don't have the CPU for routing like this dose.This router dose get warm, there are no fans but a big heat sink, even with no load it is warm. The power connector is a big block and has a way to keep from pulling out, but I would have liked to see a C14 computer connector as this is a higher end router.I was thinking of waiting for the version of this router with wireless, but I didn't need it because I have the central AP, it is a little more, and wasn't available yet. I also don't have a use for the ears but it is nice to have the option.If you are looking for a good home or small office router this is a great and powerful option.

This thing is amazing! I cannot believe how much functionality you get in such a small device at that price. Every network geek out there should have one of these in their toolbox somewhere.

This router is not for the non-techy but those who enjoy a highly customizable device using terminal and a program called winbox will love it. It comes with two switch chips and is very capable; mikrotik recommends setting up two bridge interfaces, one for each switch and from there it’s up to you. VLANs are hard to figure out at first but once you do it once, it becomes easy. This device meets our small business needs perfectly - speed, firewall, fine network segmentation, built-in wireguard for secure remote access. Highly recommend!

Unlike the standard rack setup of the MikeoTik 3000rm or the Ubiquiti ER4 rack mount kit; the "Kit" on this is a very flimsy design with only 1 screw on just the bottom of each arm assembly to hold the rack mount to the device; there is no top screw mount. This should really have 2 on top and 2 on bottom of each side. Also the fit to the device has a lot of slop to it and not a tight fit. The device itself is substantially built and this "feels" like an afterthought. Best to wall mount or shelf mount the device instead of using the rack ear kit. The rack mount "kit" needs a substantial implementation redesign or the 4011 needs a bigger chassis with typical rack ears.

We have been using 5 of these routers for 1 to 3 years. Never an issue, set up was easy, works better than expected. A few tricks to successful configuration, but after a few tweaks and a round or two of reconfigure, all has been working great. You really can't beat this router for future, form and function. Not recommended for a novice, unless you intend for this product to be a learning experience. For those with moderate levels of expertise in router and network configuration, this will do most anything you will want it to do. I highly recommend this product.

Need to be well versed in this area of expertise or use ChatGPT. But as far as the router, it definitely cut my ping way down. It’s only been up and running one day but I don’t really like it and the built-in software is top notch or tweaking my system now things like not allowing downloads while I’m gaming. It’s just one of them bunches more.