MikroTik E50UG 5-Port Gigabit Ethernet Router

The MikroTik E50UG, the latest iteration of the renowned hEX series, is a compact yet powerful five-port Gigabit Ethernet router designed for environments where wireless connectivity is not required. Engineered for high-reliability edge deployments, this device serves as an ideal gateway for small office/home office (SOHO) networks, branch offices, and secure remote sites. It effectively solves the challenge of maintaining high-throughput wired routing in a small form factor without the thermal or cost overhead of integrated Wi-Fi. At its core, the E50UG features a robust dual-core 880 MHz CPU and 512 MB of RAM, providing the necessary compute power to handle complex RouterOS v7 configurations, including advanced firewalling, NAT, and bandwidth management.

A critical differentiator for IT infrastructure engineers is its built-in hardware acceleration for IPsec encryption, allowing for secure, high-speed VPN tunnels without taxing the main processor. Whether deployed as a dedicated VPN endpoint, a local network segmenter, or a primary gateway, the E50UG integrates seamlessly into professional monitoring stacks. Its versatile power options, including passive PoE-in, ensure flexible installation in utility closets or remote enclosures where power density is a concern.