The
RB750r2 hEX lite (also known simply as
hEX lite) is a small, cost-effective wired router by MikroTik. It's designed for small-scale network setups and comes with essential routing capabilities thanks to its RouterOS software. Here's a detailed breakdown of its specs and features:
🔍 MikroTik RB750r2 hEX lite
🖥️ Hardware Specifications
| Component |
Specification |
| Model |
RB750r2 (hEX lite) |
| CPU |
QCA9533 @ 850 MHz (MIPS architecture) |
| RAM |
64 MB DDR2 |
| Flash Storage |
16 MB (for OS and config) |
| Ethernet Ports |
5 x 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet ports (Auto-MDI/X) |
| Switch Chip |
Integrated (no external switch chip) |
| Power Input |
6V–30V DC via barrel jack (typical PSU: 24V 0.8A) |
| Power Consumption |
~2W maximum |
| Operating Temperature |
-20°C to +70°C |
| Dimensions |
113 x 89 x 28 mm |
| Case |
White plastic, desktop mountable |
| Cooling |
Passive (no fan, completely silent) |
| LEDs |
Power, Ethernet activity/status per port |
🧠 RouterOS and Licensing
| Component |
Specification |
| Operating System |
MikroTik RouterOS |
| License Level |
Level 4 (suitable for router use, limited wireless features due to no Wi-Fi interface) |
RouterOS L4 Features Include:
- Up to 200 PPPoE tunnels
- Up to 200 active hotspot users
- Unlimited static routes
- Firewall and NAT capabilities
- DHCP server & client
- Simple queue & queue tree
- Routing protocols (RIP, OSPF)
- VPN support (PPTP, L2TP, SSTP, IPsec, etc.)
- Web proxy
- VLANs, Bridges, Interface bonding
- Monitoring tools (Torch, Ping, Traceroute, Packet Sniffer)
📊 Performance Benchmarks (Typical)
| Task |
Approx. Throughput |
| Routing (25 IP filter rules) |
~100 Mbps |
| NAT Performance |
~130 Mbps |
| Firewall + NAT |
~100 Mbps |
| VPN (IPsec ~AES128) |
~5-10 Mbps (CPU limited) |
| Bridging/Switching |
~100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet limit) |
Note: These are real-world approximations. Exact performance depends on network load and configuration.
🔌 Power Supply Details
- Included: 24V 0.8A DC wall power adapter
- Voltage Range: 6V–30V DC (can be powered via alternative power supplies such as battery banks or PoE injectors if modified)
- PoE Support: Not supported natively on RB750r2 (unlike some other MikroTik models)
📦 In the Box
- RB750r2 hEX lite router
- 24V Power Adapter
- Quick Start Guide
🧰 Use Cases and Deployment Scenarios
| Scenario |
Suitability |
| Home Router |
✅ Ideal for wired home networks |
| SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) |
✅ Good for basic routing, NAT, DHCP, VPN |
| Training/Learning RouterOS |
✅ Excellent, low-cost RouterOS practice tool |
| WISP CPE Router |
✅ Commonly used in low-cost wireless deployments (with external APs) |
| VPN Gateway |
⚠️ Limited performance; not ideal for heavy VPN traffic |
| Gigabit Networks |
❌ Not suitable (Fast Ethernet only) |
