How To Netinstall LHG

 

Netinstall is a tool provided by MikroTik for reinstalling RouterOS on MikroTik devices when other methods (like regular upgrading) fail or are not accessible. Here’s a guide on how to use Netinstall specifically for the MikroTik LHG (Light Head Grid) series: ### Prerequisites 1. **Netinstall Software**: Download and install the Netinstall software from the MikroTik website. Ensure you have the latest version. 2. **RouterOS Image**: Download the appropriate RouterOS image for your MikroTik LHG device from the MikroTik website. 3. **Ethernet Cable**: You’ll need an Ethernet cable to directly connect your computer to the MikroTik LHG device. ### Steps to Netinstall MikroTik LHG 1. **Prepare Your Computer**: - Disable any firewall or antivirus software that might interfere with the Netinstall process. - Connect your computer to the MikroTik LHG device using an Ethernet cable. 2. **Start Netinstall**: - Launch the Netinstall software on your computer. You might need administrative privileges to run it. 3. **Set Up Netinstall**: - Click on the "Browse" button in Netinstall to select the RouterOS image file you downloaded. 4. **Connect LHG to Netinstall**: - Power off your MikroTik LHG device. - Press and hold the reset button while powering on the LHG. - Release the reset button once the LED starts flashing. - The LHG should now appear in the Netinstall software. 5. **Select Device in Netinstall**: - In the Netinstall window, you should see the MikroTik LHG device detected. Select it. 6. **Install RouterOS**: - Click on the "Install" button in Netinstall to begin the installation of RouterOS on your MikroTik LHG device. - Follow the on-screen prompts to confirm and proceed with the installation. 7. **Wait for Completion**: - The installation process may take a few minutes. Ensure that power is maintained to both your computer and the LHG device during this time. 8. **Restart and Configure**: - Once the installation is complete, the LHG device should automatically reboot with the freshly installed RouterOS. - You can now disconnect the Ethernet cable and configure the LHG device according to your network requirements. ### Additional Tips: - **Backup Configuration**: If possible, make a backup of your LHG device's configuration before reinstalling RouterOS, as Netinstall will erase all previous configurations. - **Troubleshooting**: If Netinstall fails to detect your LHG device, double-check the physical connection, ensure the LHG is in Netinstall mode (flashing LED after reset), and verify your firewall settings on the computer running Netinstall. By following these steps, you should be able to use Netinstall to reinstall RouterOS on your MikroTik LHG device effectively. If you encounter specific issues or error messages during the process, referring to the MikroTik documentation or contacting MikroTik support for assistance would be advisable.