Controller Bridge and Port Extender on MikroTik - Explained

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[office]

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What is the purpose and use case of Controller Bridge and Port Extender on Mikrotik?



In Mikrotik RouterOS, the Controller Bridge and Port Extender features serve specific purposes related to network management and expansion:

Controller Bridge:

Purpose: The Controller Bridge feature allows you to manage multiple Mikrotik devices (such as routers or switches) centrally through a single configuration interface.

Use Case: This is particularly useful in larger network deployments where you have several Mikrotik devices spread across different locations or segments of your network. By setting up a Controller Bridge, you can centrally configure and monitor these devices, simplifying management tasks and ensuring consistent network policies across the network.



Port Extender:

Purpose: The Port Extender feature enables you to extend the number of Ethernet ports available on a Mikrotik device by connecting additional Mikrotik devices (typically switches) to it.

Use Case: When your primary Mikrotik device has limited physical Ethernet ports but needs to connect to a larger number of devices, you can use Port Extender to link additional Mikrotik switches. This setup expands the total number of available ports while maintaining centralized management through the Controller Bridge if configured.



Key Points:

Scalability: Controller Bridge and Port Extender support scalability by allowing you to manage and expand your network infrastructure efficiently.
Centralized Management: Controller Bridge facilitates centralized management of multiple Mikrotik devices, reducing administrative overhead.
Flexibility: Port Extender provides flexibility in expanding the number of Ethernet ports available, adapting to varying network size and device connectivity requirements.
These features are particularly beneficial in scenarios where network growth, management simplicity, and centralized control are critical considerations.

[wayansudiasa]

Is it possible to apply bonding on pe port?