The topology consists of a core router (PPPoE server) and 2 client routers, all Mikrotiks. Then each client router has a single host. Each router and test PC has an additional interface in the MGMT network however with no gateway set so this is only used to access the devices remotely for testing/demo purposes. The […]
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PCC (Per Connection Classifier) is a powerful load-balancing method in MikroTik that allows you to distribute traffic across multiple WAN connections based on specific attributes. It ensures consistent routing of packets belonging to the same connection through the same WAN, avoiding issues like broken sessions or authentication failures on websites. How PCC Works PCC classifies
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Gaming relies on low latency, stable connections and optimised network settings. A MikroTik router, with its robust features, can be tailored to create a lag-free gaming experience. Below is a step-by-step guide to achieving this setup. Prioritise Gaming Traffic (QoS Configuration) Gaming devices and applications should have a high priority on your network. Use MikroTik’s
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Using MikroTik SNMP Traffic Monitoring by identifying OID to poll specific Queues usage on MikroTik via PRTG to get a visual graph of traffic. A useful tool for monitoring and troubleshooting. Firstly if not already installed, go to: https://www.paessler.com/download/prtg-download and install the free trail. PRTG allows a full trial for 30 days however this period
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Traffic Matching Address List Mangle Rules Upload Download Queues Queue Types Overhead Definition: The overhead value accounts for extra bits added to each packet by lower layers (like Ethernet or DSL headers) Why It Matters: Setting the correct overhead ensures accurate bandwidth measurement, preventing under- or over-throttling. Type Overhead (bytes) Ethernet 18 PPPoE 40 VLAN
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MikroTik PCQ (Per Connection Queues) is designed to evenly distribute bandwidth among users or devices by automatically creating sub-queues for each connection. It is especially useful for optimizing large-scale Quality of Service (QoS) setups. For deeper look at MikroTik PCQ’s and other MikroTik Queues click here Steps to Set Up PCQ – IP Based Steps
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