Step 2: Confirm Internet and Set Up System Users

Configuring internet connectivity and system users for your Mikrotik router

2.1 Check Internet Connectivity on Your Router

To proceed with setting up the billing system, first confirm that your router has internet access:

Step-by-Step Guide:

1

Open Winbox and connect to your router. Click on New Terminal to open a command line interface.

2

Type the following command:

ping 8.8.8.8
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Check the response:

  • If you see responses like 56 115 or similar, your router is connected to the internet, and you can move on to the next step.
  • If you see messages like timeout or no route to host, your router does not have internet access.

Note: If your router does not have internet access, please configure your router’s internet connection or seek assistance. This guide does not cover internet setup for the router.

2.2 Create a System User for Admin Panel Access

You’ll add a system user that the admin panel can use to connect to the router:

Step-by-Step Guide:

1

In Winbox, navigate to System > Users.

2

Click the Add (+) button to create a new user.

3

Enter the following details:

  • Name: netchapchap
  • Group: Set to full to provide the necessary permissions.
  • Password: Choose a secure password you can remember.
4

Once done, click Apply and then OK to save the new user.

This system user will now be available for admin panel interactions with your router.

2.3 Clear Firewall Filter Rules

Very Important: Delete All Firewall Filter Rules

To ensure proper configuration, clear all existing firewall filter rules.

Navigation path:

IP > Firewall > Filter Rules

Select All filter rules and click the Delete button.

Next Steps

After confirming internet connectivity, setting up a system user, and clearing firewall rules, you're ready to proceed with the next configuration steps.

Continue to Step 3