MikroTik RouterBOARD LoRa
The MikroTik RouterBOARD LoRa is a compact LoRaWAN gateway combining MikroTik's RouterOS networking platform with an integrated LoRa concentrator card. It supports 8-channel LoRaWAN reception and standard Semtech packet forwarder software.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| LoRa Channels | 8-channel (SX1301 or SX1302 concentrator) |
| Frequency Bands | EU868, US915 (model-dependent) |
| Network Software | RouterOS (MikroTik), Semtech UDP Packet Forwarder |
| LAN Interface | 1× Gigabit Ethernet |
| Power | PoE (802.3af) or DC |
| Mounting | Compact desktop/DIN-rail |
| Protocols | UDP Packet Forwarder, Basics Station |
HARDWARIO Integration
The RouterBOARD LoRa gateway connects CHESTER and STICKER devices to LoRaWAN Network Servers:
- ChirpStack: Configure the gateway to forward LoRaWAN packets to a self-hosted ChirpStack instance.
- The Things Stack: Register the gateway in The Things Stack for cloud-managed LoRaWAN network server.
- Private LoRaWAN network: Deploy a localized LoRaWAN network for a single building or campus.