The MikroTik hEX (RB750Gr3) is a popular and powerful five-port Gigabit Ethernet router designed for small to medium-sized networks.¹ It's a wired-only device that offers an excellent balance of performance, features, and affordability, making it a go-to choice for network enthusiasts, small offices, and home labs.²

Key Features and Specifications

• Ports: It has five Gigabit Ethernet ports (10/100/1000 Mbps), all of which are managed by a single switch chip.³

   

• Processor & Memory: The device is powered by a dual-core 880 MHz CPU with 256 MB of RAM.⁴ This hardware, along with IPsec hardware acceleration, allows it to handle complex network configurations and a high throughput of up to 400-500 Mbps in routing and VPN scenarios.⁵

   

• RouterOS: Like all MikroTik products, it runs on the full-featured RouterOS operating system (License Level 4), providing a wide array of enterprise-grade features without any extra cost. These features include a powerful firewall, advanced routing protocols, VLANs, and more.⁶

   

• Other Features:

  • USB Port: It includes a full-sized USB 2.0 port for adding external storage or a 3G/4G modem.⁷

     

  • Cooling: It features a passive (fanless) cooling system, which ensures silent operation.⁸

     

  • microSD Slot: There is a microSD slot for storing user data, logs, or The Dude database.⁹

     

The hEX is a highly versatile and reliable router that can be used for a wide range of applications, from simply providing internet connectivity to managing a complex network with multiple VLANs and VPN tunnels.