Zerotier on Mikrotik

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Mikrotik also supports ZeroTier VPN, ZeroTier is a software-based, peer-to-peer VPN technology that allows all devices on a network to connect directly to each other as if they were on the same LAN. It uses a unique decentralized, self-organizing technology to connect devices across the Internet.

One of the advantages of using Zerotier VPN is that it is easy to set up and manage, it does not require any additional hardware or software, and it allows for seamless connectivity across different locations and networks. Zerotier VPN allows you to create virtual networks, which can be used to connect remote devices or networks to a central network securely.

To set up ZeroTier on Mikrotik, you need to first install the Zerotier package on your Mikrotik router. Once the package is installed, you can create a network in the Zerotier portal, and then join the Mikrotik router to that network. Once the router is a member of the network, you can configure firewall rules to allow or block traffic between the different devices on the network.

In summary, ZeroTier VPN is a powerful, software-based VPN solution that allows for seamless connectivity across different locations and networks. It’s easy to set up and manage, does not require any additional hardware or software, and allows for secure communication between remote devices and networks. ZeroTier VPN can be a great option for Mikrotik users who want to connect remote devices or networks to a central network securely.

Here are the steps to configure Zerotier on Mikrotik:

  1. First, you need to install the Zerotier package on your Mikrotik router. You can do this by going to the Mikrotik router’s web interface, and then navigating to the “System” > “Packages” menu. From there, you can search for the Zerotier package and install it.

  2. Next, you need to create a network in the Zerotier portal. To do this, you will need to sign up for a free account on the Zerotier website. Once you have an account, you can create a new network by clicking on the “Networks” button in the top menu and then selecting “Create a Network.”

  3. Once the network is created, you will be given a network ID. You will need this ID to join the Mikrotik router to the network.

  4. Go back to the Mikrotik router’s web interface, and then navigate to the “IP” > “Zerotier” menu. From there, you can enter the network ID in the “Join Network” field and click the “Join” button.

  5. Once the Mikrotik router is a member of the network, you can configure firewall rules to allow or block traffic between the different devices on the network. You can do this by navigating to the “IP” > “Firewall” menu.

  6. To test the Zerotier VPN connection, you can connect a device to the network and check if it can access the resources on the Mikrotik router.

Note: These are general steps, Depending on the version of the Mikrotik router, the interface may look different and the steps may vary slightly.

In summary, configuring Zerotier on Mikrotik requires installing the Zerotier package, creating a network in the Zerotier portal, joining the Mikrotik router to the network, and configuring firewall rules to allow or block traffic between the different devices on the network. With these steps, you can set up a secure, software-based VPN solution that allows for seamless connectivity across different locations and networks.