mikrotik RG520F-EU Chateau 5G R16 Router User Manual
- June 2, 2024
- Mikrotik
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RG520F-EU Chateau 5G R16 Router
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Product Information
Specifications
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Product code: D53G-5HacD2HnD-TC&RG520F-EU
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CPU: Quad-Core IPQ-4019 716 MHz
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CPU architecture: ARM 32bit
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CPU core count: 4
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RAM: 256 MB DDR3L
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Storage: 128 MB NAND
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Number of Ethernet ports: 5 (1G)
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USB ports: 1 USB 2.0 port type A
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Switch chip model: IPQ-4019
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Wireless: 2.4 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n dual-chain, 5 GHz 802.11a/n/ac
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Wireless antenna max gain: 2.4 GHz – 3 dBi, 5 GHz – 5.5
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Dimensions: 240 x 156 x 44 mm
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Operating system: RouterOS v7, License level 4
Product Usage Instructions
Mounting
The device is designed for indoor use on a desktop. Ensure there
is a minimum of 20 cm distance between the device and your
body.
Powering
The device accepts power from a direct-input power jack with
specifications of 5.5 mm outside and 2 mm inside, female, pin
positive plug, and requires 12-28 V DC power input.
Connecting with a Mobile App
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Insert a micro SIM card into the slot located under the
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Use your smartphone to access your router through WiFi.
FAQ
What is the recommended safety distance for operating the
device?
We recommend maintaining a minimum of 20 cm distance between the
device and your body to adhere to safety guidelines.
What power input does the device require?
The device requires a power input of 12-28 V DC through a
specific direct-input power jack.
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Chateau 5G R16 (D53G-5HacD2HnD-TC&RG520F-EU)
Safety Warnings
Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with
electrical circuitry, and be familiar with standard practices for preventing
accidents. Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to
all national laws and regulations. The Installation of the equipment must
comply with local and national electrical codes. This product is intended to
be installed indoors. Keep this product away from water, fire, humidity or hot
environments. Use only the power supply and accessories approved by the
manufacturer, and which can be found in the original packaging of this
product. Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to
the power source. We cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur
due to the improper use of the device. Please use this product with care and
operate at your own risk! In the case of device failure, please disconnect it
from power. The fastest way to do so is by unplugging the power plug from the
power outlet. It is the customer’s responsibility to follow local country
regulations, including operation within legal frequency channels, output
power, cabling requirements, and Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS)
requirements. All Mikrotik radio devices must be professionally installed.
Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation: This MikroTik equipment complies with
the FCC, IC, and European Union radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This MikroTik device should be installed and
operated no closer than 20 centimeters from your body, occupational user, or
the general public.
Quickstart
Please follow these quick steps to set up your device:
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Chateau 5G R16 – User manuals – MikroTik Documentation Insert micro SIM card into the slot located under the device;
Connect your computer to one of the Ethernet ports; Connect the power adapter
to the DC jack; Once the device is powered on and PC connected to the device,
open http://192.168.88.1 in your web browser to start the configuration (or,
for some models, check user and wireless passwords on the sticker); User name:
admin and there is no password by default you will be logged in automatically
to the Quick Set screen; We recommend clicking the “Check for updates” button
on the right side and updating your RouterOS software to the latest version to
ensure the best performance and stability, Must have a valid SIM card
inserted; For a manual update of the device, visit the products page at
https://mikrotik.com/products to find your product. The required packages are
accessible under the “Support&Downloads” menu; Upload downloaded packages to
the WinBox Files menu and reboot the device. By upgrading your RouterOS
software to the latest version, you can ensure optimal performance, stability,
and security updates; To personalize your wireless network, SSID can be
changed in the fields “Network Name”; Choose your country on the left side of
the screen in the field “Country”, to apply country regulation settings; Set
up your wireless network password in the field “WiFi Password” the password
must be at least eight symbols; Set up your router password in the bottom
field “Password” to the right and repeat it in the field “Confirm Password”,
it will be used to log in next time; Click on the “Apply Configuration” to
save changes.
Connecting with a mobile app
Use your smartphone to access your router through WiFi.
Insert the SIM card and power on the device. Scan QR code with your smartphone and choose your preferred OS. Connect to the wireless network. SSID starts with MikroTik and has the last digits of the device’s MAC address. Open application. By default, the IP address and user name will be already entered. Click Connect to establish a connection to your device through a wireless network. Choose Quick setup and the application will guide you through all basic configuration settings in a couple of easy steps. An advanced menu is available to fully configure all necessary settings.
Specifications
Product code D53G-5HacD2HnD-TC&RG520F-EU CPU Quad-Core IPQ-4019 716 MHz CPU architecture ARM 32bit CPU core count 4 Size of RAM 256 MB RAM type DDR3L Storage 128 MB, NAND Number of 1G Ethernet ports 5 USB 1 USB 2.0 port type A
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Switch chip model IPQ-4019
Wireless 2.4 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n dual-chain, 5 GHz 802.11a/n/ac dual-chain
Wireless antenna max gain 2.4 GHz – 3 dBi, 5 GHz – 5,5 dBi
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LTE FDD bands: 5 (850MHz) / 20 (800MHz) / 28 (700MHz) / 3 (1800MHz) / 1 (2100MHz) / 7 (2600MHz) / 8 (900 MHz) / 32 (1500
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LTE TDD bands: 40 (2300MHz) / 41 (2500MHz) / 42 (3500MHz) / 43 (3700MHz) / 38 (2600MHz)
3G Category R8 (42.2Mbps Downlink, 5.76Mbps Uplink)
3G Bands 5 (850MHz) / 8 (900MHz) / 1 (2100MHz)
Dimensions 240 x 156 x 44 mm
Operating system RouterOS v7, License level 4
IP 20
Operating temperature -40°C to +70°C
Expansion slots and ports
1. Reset button. 2. Powering DC jack 2.0 mm. 3. Five Gigabit ports,
supporting automatic cross/straight cable correction (Auto MDI/X). Either
straight or crossover cable can be
used for connecting to other network devices. 4. USB type-A. 5. SIM slot for
Micro sim card. 6. Mode button. 7. Cover for external SMA antenna connector is
not provided for models with antennas. 8. WPS Sync button.
Integrated Wireless module operating at 2.4 GHz, 802.11b/g/n protocol. Antenna
gain 3 (dBi). Integrated Wireless module operating at 5 GHz, 802.11a/n/ac
protocol. Antenna gain 5.5 (dBi).
Mounting
The device is designed to be used indoors, by placing it on the desktop.
We recommend using Cat5 shielded cable. When using and installing this device
please pay attention to the Maximum
Permissible Exposure (MPE) safety distance with a minimum of 20 cm between the
radiator and your body.
Powering
The device accepts power from an adapter:
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Direct-input power jack (5.5 mm outside and 2 mm inside, female, pin positive plug) 12-28 V DC.
The power consumption under maximum load can reach 15 W, with attachments of 25 W.
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Configuration
We recommend checking for updates frequently to receive the latest updates for your RouterOS software to ensure the best performance and stability. RouterOS includes many configuration options in addition to what is described in this document. We suggest starting here to get yourself accustomed to the possibilities: https://mt.lv/help. In case an IP connection is not available, the Winbox tool (https://mt.lv/winbox) can be used to connect to the MAC address of the device from the LAN side (all access is blocked from the Internet port by default). For recovery purposes, it is possible to boot the device for reinstallation, see section Buttons and Jumpers.
Mode button
The mode button is located on the back of the unit, on the right side. The
Default configuration for the Mode button is dark mode – to turn off all LEDs.
The button can be configured in RouterOS to run any user-specified scripts.
Sync button
The sync button is located on the top of the unit. WPS Sync button, if
configured on the wireless interface, can be used to connect new clients.
Press and hold the WPS button for 1 5 seconds to enable WPS for wireless
interfaces.
Front LED status
1. Wireless network activity. 2. Ethernet port activity. 3. System LED with
alternate mode for cellular modem status indication. 4. Signal strength.
System LED alternate modem mode indications
When cellular modem interface is enabled, System LED have have alternate
indications: blinking red – SIM card not inserted yellow – established
connection in 3G mode blue – established connection in LTE mode green –
established connection in 5G NSA mode violet – established connection in 5G SA
mode blinking – connection establishment in progress, modem registered in
cellular network, APN is not activated yet
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SIM slot usage
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SIM card slot is designed to use with Micro SIM cards. Nano SIM cards have
different thicknesses, usage with an adapter is not recommended.
Reset button
The reset button has three functions: Hold this button during boot time until
the LED light starts flashing, release the button to reset RouterOS
configuration (total 5 seconds). Keep holding for 5 more seconds, LED turns
solid, release now to turn on CAP mode. The device will now look for a CAPsMAN
server (total 10 seconds). Or Keep holding the button for 5 more seconds until
LED turns off, then release it to make the RouterBOARD look for Netinstall
servers (total 15 seconds).
Regardless of the above option used, the system will load the backup
RouterBOOT loader if the button is pressed before power is applied to the
device. Useful for RouterBOOT debugging and recovery.
Netinstall
When performing Netinstall, make sure to use the latest v7 version of both ROS
files and the Netinstall software.
Accessories
The package includes the following accessories that come with the device:
ADAPT1 EU/US Switching Power Supply 24V, 1.2A. CAB3 CAT5E UTP Flat Cable,
8P8C, AWG32, 1.5m.
There is no SMA connectors or antennas for this device.
Operating system support
The device supports RouterOS software version v7. The specific factory-
installed version number is indicated in the RouterOS menu /system resource.
Other operating systems have not been tested.
To avoid pollution of the environment, please separate the device from
household waste and dispose of it in a safe manner, such
as in designated waste disposal sites. Familiarize yourself with the
procedures for the proper transportation of the equipment to the designated
disposal sites in your area.
Note. The information contained here is subject to change. Please visit the product page on www.mikrotik.com for the most up to date version of this document.
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