MikroTik Groove 52 – Outdoor Wireless Access Point for SOHO / SMB Networks

The MikroTik Groove 52 is the most accessible outdoor device in the Groove lineup — a software-selectable dual-band Wireless N backbone/CPE with an integrated N-male connector and compact cylindrical form factor, built for direct antenna or pole mounting in installations where per-unit cost and simplicity take priority over peak throughput. The frequency band is selected through software — 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz — adapting the same hardware to each installation's requirements, while Nv2 TDMA support enables up to 125 Mbps aggregate throughput in point-to-multipoint networks with reduced latency.

The integrated N-male connector and pole attachment points enable direct mounting on parabolic or sectoral antennas without an intermediate pigtail cable — eliminating associated signal losses and simplifying mechanical installation. Built-in LED signal indicators facilitate antenna alignment in the field without additional diagnostic equipment. The AR9342 CPU at 600 MHz and 64 MB RAM run the factory-activated RouterOS Level 3 license for routing, bridging, and remote management configurations typical of CPE and backbone deployments.

At 180x49x44mm and 193g — identical to the GrooveA 52 — the compact Groove form factor is maintained for mounting on structures with limited mechanical capacity. The 6W power draw and passive PoE input at 9-30V ensure energy efficiency for remote installations. The included package — PoE injector, 24V power adapter, and mounting ring — covers pole installation, with the antenna selected separately based on link requirements.

It is the right fit for ISPs building 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz CPE or backbone infrastructure at minimum per-installation cost on existing N-connector antennas, for networks using Nv2 TDMA where spectral efficiency with high simultaneous client counts matters more than peak individual throughput, for bulk deployments where the $59 per-unit price significantly reduces total infrastructure cost compared to AC alternatives, and for operators needing the most accessible outdoor Groove device with band selection and RouterOS without an included antenna.