To configure a MikroTik wireless interface as a basic access point (AP), the minimum required parameters are:
Mode → Must be set to ap-bridge or bridge
SSID → Defines the wireless network name to broadcast
Band → Determines which frequency ranges are used (e.g., 2.4GHz b/g/n or 5GHz a/n/ac)
Frequency → Specifies the actual channel used for broadcasting
Options reviewed:
A. radio name →✘Optional. A cosmetic label used to identify the radio in Winbox.
B. scan-list →✘Optional. Used to define which frequencies the interface should scan.
C.✔Required
D.✔Required
E.✔Required
F. DFS mode →✘Optional and auto-configured based on regulatory domain.
G. WDS →✘Only needed for bridging or extending networks.
Extract from Official MTCNA Course Material – Wireless Configuration:
“The minimal settings to enable an Access Point include: mode, SSID, band, and frequency. Without these, the interface won’t broadcast.”
Extract from René Meneses Study Guide – Wireless Basics:
“To turn on an AP: Set the mode to ap-bridge, define SSID, band, and frequency. Other settings are optional or advanced.”
Extract from Terry Combs Notes – Wireless Setup:
“Essential: mode, frequency, SSID, band. Others like WDS and DFS are situational.”
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