MikroTik LHG 5
CPE MikroTikSetup instructions, default access credentials, and network configuration guide.
Device Overview
The MikroTik LHG 5 (Light Head Grid) features a 24.5 dBi grid antenna integrated directly into the wireless unit. The open grid design provides excellent wind resistance in exposed rural tower and rooftop installations.
Because the antenna element is built into the radio body, there are no RF jumper cables, eliminating cable loss and water ingress risks typical of external pigtails.
For long-distance rural links, use NV2 protocol when linking to another MikroTik AP to reduce latency and prevent packet collisions over distance.
Use our free MikroTik script generator to build Station-Bridge, PPPoE, AP, or full WISP router scripts with one click.
Open MikroTik Generator →How to Connect (Physical & Network Setup)
Connect the LHG 5 to the PoE port of the passive PoE injector. Connect your laptop to the LAN port. Set your laptop Ethernet adapter to 192.168.88.50 / 255.255.255.0.
Step-by-Step Configuration Steps
- 1 Launch WinBox and look under the Neighbors tab for the LHG 5 MAC address.
- 2 Click the MAC address and log in with user 'admin' and blank password.
- 3 In System > Reset Configuration, check 'No Default Configuration' and apply if you are provisioning a clean bridge link.
- 4 Under Wireless, set the regulatory domain, frequency, and link protocol (802.11 or NV2 for MikroTik-to-MikroTik links).
- 5 Paste the appropriate Station-Bridge configuration script into New Terminal.
- 6 Align the grid dish toward the base station while monitoring signal strength in Quick Set or Wireless > Registration.
- 7 Lock down the device by changing the admin password in System > Users.
Verification Step
Menu names may vary by model and firmware version.