The MikroTik RB750UP R2, also known as the hEX PoE lite, is a compact, five-port Ethernet router with passive Power over Ethernet (PoE) output.¹ It is an affordable wired-only device designed for small networks where you need to power other devices directly from the router itself.²

Key Features and Specifications

• Ports: It has five 10/100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet) ports.³

   

• PoE (Power over Ethernet): This is the device's main feature. Ports 2 through 5 can provide passive PoE output to other devices.⁴ This allows you to power devices like wireless access points or IP cameras by sending power and data over a single Ethernet cable.⁵ The total power output is limited by the router's power supply.

   

• Processor & Memory: The device is powered by an 850 MHz CPU and has 64 MB of RAM.

• RouterOS: Like all MikroTik products, it runs on the powerful RouterOS operating system (License Level 4).⁶ This provides a wide range of advanced networking features, including firewall rules, user access control, and bandwidth management.⁷

   

• Power: It can be powered by a standard DC jack (6-30V) and has a very low maximum power consumption of just 3W (plus the power it provides to other devices).

• Design: The RB750UP R2 has a compact, fanless plastic enclosure, making it a silent and discreet device that can be placed anywhere.⁸

   

In short, the hEX PoE lite is an excellent, low-cost solution for setting up a small wired network where you need to power a few devices without a dedicated PoE switch.