The MikroTik RB960PGS (hEX PoE) is a powerful 5-port Gigabit Ethernet router designed for environments where wireless connectivity is not required. Featuring a compact, durable design, it includes an SFP port for fibre connectivity and a USB 2.0 port. The RB960PGS stands out by providing PoE-out capabilities on ports 2–5, allowing it to power other PoE-compatible devices directly, which significantly reduces cabling and power adapter clutter. It is driven by an 800MHz CPU, making it capable of handling all advanced configurations supported by RouterOS.
Technical Specifications
- Product Code: RB960PGS
- CPU: QCA9557, 800 MHz (1 core)
- RAM: 128 MB
- Storage: 16 MB (Flash)
- Ethernet Ports: 5 x 10/100/1000 Gigabit ports (shielded)
- SFP Ports: 1 x 1G SFP port
- USB Port: 1 x USB 2.0 (Type A)
- Operating System: RouterOS (License Level 4)
- PoE Input: Passive PoE (12–57 V)
- PoE Output: Passive or 802.3af/at (Ports 2–5)
- Supported Input Voltage: 12–57 V DC (via DC jack or PoE-in)
- Max Power Consumption: 54 W (with attachments); 6 W (without)
Key Features
- Advanced PoE Versatility: Supports passive and 802.3af/at PoE output on ports 2–5. It can power 802.3af/at devices (Mode B) when using a 48–57 V input supply.
- High-Performance Routing: Despite its small footprint, the 800MHz CPU and 128MB RAM allow for complex firewall, bandwidth management, and advanced routing configurations.
- Flexible Connectivity: Includes a dedicated SFP port for fibre optic uplinks and a USB port for storage or modem attachments.
- Intelligent Monitoring: Includes built-in voltage and PCB temperature monitoring, as well as per-port current monitoring for PoE management.
- Robust Design: Shielded Ethernet ports and a wide operating temperature range (-40°C to 60°C) ensure reliable performance in diverse environments.
Note: The unit includes a 24V 2.5A power adapter. To utilise 802.3af/at PoE output for certain devices, a 48V power supply may be required.
