MikroTik Groove-52HPn-US 802.11n Dual-Band Wireless Router PoE

The MikroTik RouterBoard Groove 52HPn (US Version, part number RBGroove52HPn-US) is a compact, weatherproof outdoor wireless unit designed for use as a CPE or backbone link. It operates on software-selectable 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz bands and is built around MikroTik's RouterOS, delivering a fully featured routing and wireless platform in a rugged pole-mountable enclosure. The US version is factory-locked to 2412–2462 MHz, 5170–5250 MHz, and 5725–5835 MHz and that lock cannot be removed. A built-in N-male connector allows direct antenna attachment or connection via a standard antenna cable, while LED signal indicators simplify installation and antenna alignment. With MikroTik's Nv2 TDMA technology, aggregate throughput of up to 125 Mbit/s is achievable. Power is delivered via passive PoE (9–30 V) through the single 10/100 Ethernet port, and a PoE injector and power adapter are included in the box. The passive cooling design and tested operating range of −40 °C to 70 °C make it well suited for demanding outdoor deployments.

Key features & benefits

• Dual-Band Software-Selectable Radio — A single built-in wireless radio can be switched between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz operation in software, providing deployment flexibility for point-to-point backbone links or CPE installations without requiring hardware changes.
• Up to 125 Mbit Aggregate Throughput with Nv2 TDMA — MikroTik's proprietary Nv2 TDMA protocol enables aggregate wireless throughput of up to 125 Mbit/s, making the Groove 52HPn practical for bandwidth-intensive outdoor links where standard CSMA protocols fall short.
• Built-In N-Male Connector — The integrated N-male RF connector allows the unit to mount directly onto an antenna without additional cabling, reducing signal loss and simplifying installation on masts or towers.
• Weatherproof Outdoor Enclosure with Pole Mounting — The compact 180 × 49 × 44 mm enclosure is built for outdoor use and includes pole attachment points, enabling straightforward deployment on standard masts or antenna poles.
• Passive PoE Power Input — A single 10/100 Ethernet port accepts passive PoE input at 9–30 V DC with a maximum power consumption of 6 W, eliminating the need for a separate power run to the mounting location. A PoE injector and power adapter are included.
• LED Signal Indicators — Onboard LED signal-strength indicators provide a visual reference during installation, allowing technicians to align antennas accurately without additional test equipment.
• Full RouterOS Feature Set — Running RouterOS (license level 3) on a 600 MHz AR9342 CPU with 64 MB RAM and 16 MB FLASH storage, the unit supports the routing, firewall, QoS, and monitoring capabilities of MikroTik's RouterOS platform.
• PCB Temperature and Voltage Monitoring — Integrated PCB temperature and voltage monitors allow administrators to track hardware health in real time through RouterOS, supporting proactive maintenance of remote outdoor installations.