MikroTik hEX lite RB750r2 5-Port 10/100 PoE Router

The MikroTik hEX lite (RB750r2) is a compact, five-port Ethernet router offering RouterOS features and simple PoE support for reliable wired home and small office networks.

Small businesses, home offices and tech-savvy households will find the RB750r2 delivers essential routing features in a compact plastic enclosure. It pairs straightforward hardware — five 10/100 Ethernet ports — with MikroTik's flexible RouterOS software to enable traffic shaping, NAT, firewall rules, and basic MPLS capabilities without a large price tag.

What hardware and ports does the RB750r2 provide?

The hEX lite is built around five 10/100 Ethernet ports in a durable plastic case, making it an unobtrusive desktop or shelf-mounted router. One of the ports supports passive PoE input, allowing easy power options in tight installations.

• Five 10/100 Mbps RJ45 ports for WAN and LAN segmentation.
• Passive PoE input on a designated port for flexible power setups.
• Compact, low-profile plastic enclosure for SOHO environments.

Which RouterOS features and network tasks can it handle?

RB750r2 runs MikroTik RouterOS, giving access to routing, firewall, NAT, bandwidth management and basic MPLS features. It’s suitable for DHCP, VPN termination, QoS policies and small-scale VLAN or bridging tasks when allocated carefully.

• Firewall, NAT, and DHCP server/client functionality via RouterOS.
• Quality of Service (QoS) and simple bandwidth shaping for fair traffic allocation.
• Basic MPLS and routing capabilities for advanced network layouts.

How easy is setup and ongoing management?

Setup is straightforward for anyone familiar with consumer routers: connect WAN and LAN ports, power the unit (or use PoE), and access RouterOS through the web interface, WinBox or SSH. Routine management tasks and configuration backups are supported, so administrators can automate or restore settings quickly.

• Configure via WinBox GUI, WebFig (web interface) or command-line (SSH).
• Save, export and import configurations for fast redeployments.
• Low-power operation keeps running costs down for always-on installations.

What performance and limitations should I expect?

This model targets small wired networks rather than heavy throughput or high-port-density environments. It handles everyday internet sharing, internal routing and moderate packet processing, but is not designed as a high-throughput core router for large offices.

• Designed for SOHO throughput needs with 10/100 Mbps ports.
• Not intended for multi-gigabit uplinks or carrier-grade loads.
• Excellent price-to-feature ratio for budget-conscious deployments.

Who is this for? The MikroTik hEX lite RB750r2 suits homeowners, freelancers, small office operators and network hobbyists who need a dependable, feature-rich wired router without the expense or complexity of enterprise hardware. If you want RouterOS flexibility, basic MPLS support, and a small footprint for shelf or desktop use, the RB750r2 offers a pragmatic balance of features and affordability.