MikroTik RB1100AHx4 Router — Price in Lebanon

MikroTik RB1100AHx4: The 13-Port Gigabit ISP Workhorse

The MikroTik RB1100AHx4 occupies a specific niche in MikroTik's router lineup: it delivers enterprise-grade routing with 13 Gigabit Ethernet ports, hardware IPsec acceleration, and dual power supply redundancy in a 1U rackmount form factor — all at a fraction of what equivalent Cisco or Juniper hardware costs. For Lebanese ISPs, WISPs, and enterprise network administrators who need a high-port-count wired router without paying CCR prices, the RB1100AHx4 is the established choice.

HI-GAIN stocks both the standard RB1100AHx4 and the RB1100AHx4 Dude Edition at our warehouse in Dora, Beirut.

RB1100AHx4 Hardware Specifications

Why 13 Gigabit Ports Matter

The RB1100AHx4's 13 Gigabit Ethernet ports solve a practical problem: many Lebanese ISP and enterprise deployments need more wired connections than the typical 5-port or 10-port router provides, but do not need 10G SFP+ uplinks. Each of the 13 ports operates independently at full Gigabit speed. Typical deployments in Lebanon:

• ISP edge aggregation: Port 1 connects to upstream transit. Ports 2-12 connect to access switches serving different VLAN segments or building floors. Port 13 serves as a management interface on a separate subnet.
• Multi-WAN gateway: Connect 3-4 different ISP uplinks (fiber, DSL, LTE) on dedicated ports, with the remaining ports distributing to internal network segments. RouterOS's built-in load balancing and failover handles traffic distribution across the WAN links — a configuration that Lebanese businesses with unreliable single-ISP service use constantly.
• WISP tower aggregation: Each port connects to a different sector radio, backhaul link, or local switch at a tower site. Thirteen ports cover a high-density tower with 4 sector radios, 2 backhaul links, a management network, a VoIP VLAN, and several client bridges.
• Hotel/building network core: Ports map to floors or zones. Floor 1 switch on port 2, floor 2 switch on port 3, restaurant WiFi on port 4, back-office on port 5, IP cameras on port 6, and so on. The RB1100AHx4 routes between all VLANs at wire speed.

Hardware IPsec: Encrypted Tunnels at Wire Speed

The RB1100AHx4's built-in cryptographic engine handles IPsec encryption and decryption in hardware, reaching 2.2 Gbps with AES-128 and 1.8 Gbps with AES-256. This is not software-based encryption that consumes CPU — it is dedicated silicon that processes encrypted packets without affecting routing performance.

For Lebanese deployments, hardware IPsec enables:

• Site-to-site VPN between offices: A company with a Beirut headquarters and branch offices in Jounieh, Tripoli, and Zahle runs IPsec tunnels between RB1100AHx4 routers at each location. All inter-office traffic is encrypted at Gigabit speeds without the CPU overhead that cripples software VPN on cheaper routers.
• ISP-to-ISP peering encryption: Lebanese ISPs exchanging traffic at local peering points can encrypt the interconnection without dedicated encryption appliances.
• Secure backhaul for WISP links: Encrypt wireless backhaul traffic between tower sites. Wireless links are inherently susceptible to interception; IPsec at wire speed eliminates this vulnerability without reducing throughput.

Standard vs Dude Edition: Which to Buy

The RB1100AHx4 Dude Edition adds four storage connectors (2x SATA, 2x M.2) and comes with a 60 GB M.2 SSD pre-installed. The CPU, RAM, ports, and routing performance are identical to the standard model. The "Dude" in the name refers to MikroTik's network monitoring software, The Dude, which benefits from local storage for its monitoring database.

Choose the standard RB1100AHx4 if:

• You need a pure routing platform without monitoring duties
• You run The Dude on a separate server or VM
• Budget is the primary concern

Choose the Dude Edition if:

• You want to run The Dude monitoring directly on the router, storing months of network data, traffic graphs, and alert history on the 60 GB M.2 SSD
• You need extended syslog storage for compliance or troubleshooting (firewall logs, DHCP lease history, PPPoE session records)
• You plan to use RouterOS containers or User Manager with a local database
• You want the option to add additional SATA or M.2 storage later

RB1100AHx4 vs CCR2004 vs RB5009: Choosing the Right MikroTik Router

The RB1100AHx4 sits between the RB5009UG+S+IN (step down) and the CCR2004-16G-2S+ (step up) in MikroTik's lineup. Here is how they compare for Lebanese ISP and enterprise use:

The RB5009 is the right choice for power users and small WISPs needing a compact, low-power router with a 10G SFP+ port. Read our RB5009 guide for details.

The RB1100AHx4 is the right choice when you need 13 wired ports, hardware IPsec, dual power supply redundancy, and rackmount installation — but do not need 10G SFP+ connectivity. It handles 200-500 concurrent PPPoE sessions with full QoS comfortably.

The CCR2004-16G-2S+ steps up to 16 Gigabit ports, two 10G SFP+ cages, 4 GB RAM, and a faster ARM64 CPU at 1.7 GHz. For ISPs processing 500-1000 subscribers or needing 10G uplinks, the CCR2004 is the logical upgrade. See our CCR2004 guide.

Deployment Scenarios in Lebanon

ISP Edge Router in Beirut

A medium-sized Lebanese ISP in Beirut connects to two upstream transit providers on ports 1 and 2. Ports 3-10 connect to access switches on different floors or buildings. Ports 11 and 12 connect to VoIP gateways. Port 13 is the management interface. The dual power supply connects to two separate UPS circuits — one on mains power, one on the building generator. The RB1100AHx4 runs PPPoE server for 300 subscribers with per-user queue trees, firewall rules, and address lists.

Multi-Branch Enterprise VPN Hub

A Lebanese company with offices in Beirut, Tripoli, Jounieh, and Zahle deploys an RB1100AHx4 at the Beirut headquarters as the VPN hub. Each branch runs an IPsec tunnel back to Beirut. The hardware IPsec engine handles all four tunnels at wire speed without touching the CPU, leaving all four cores free for firewall processing, inter-VLAN routing, and bandwidth management. Each branch office runs an hEX S or RB5009 as the remote VPN endpoint.

WISP Tower Aggregation in Mount Lebanon

A WISP operator in Keserwan runs an RB1100AHx4 at a hilltop tower site. Four ports connect to sector radios (MikroTik SXT or Ubiquiti Rocket) covering different directions. Two ports connect to backhaul links pointing at the ISP's NOC in Beirut. The remaining ports connect to co-located client equipment and a management switch. The -48V DC power input connects to the tower's telecom battery bank, ensuring continuous operation during grid outages.

Power and Reliability for Lebanese Conditions

The RB1100AHx4 draws a maximum of 34W under full load — making it very practical for UPS backup in Lebanon. A standard 12V 18Ah battery (216 Wh) powering the RB1100AHx4 through a voltage converter provides approximately 5 hours of runtime at full load. The dual power supply accepts both AC mains (100-240V) and -48V DC telecom power simultaneously. If one input fails, the other takes over with zero interruption.

The 1U rackmount form factor fits standard 19-inch racks found in Lebanese server rooms, ISP POPs, and telecom shelters. The RS232 serial port provides out-of-band management access when the network is unreachable — connect a USB-to-serial adapter from a laptop for emergency configuration.

Where to Buy MikroTik RB1100AHx4 in Lebanon

HI-GAIN is Lebanon's authorized MikroTik distributor. Both the standard RB1100AHx4 and the Dude Edition are in stock at our Dora, Beirut warehouse. We offer:

• Genuine MikroTik product with full manufacturer warranty
• Pre-sales consultation for ISP network planning and router selection
• Same-day pickup in Beirut or nationwide shipping
• Volume pricing for ISPs and resellers deploying multiple units

Contact HI-GAIN for current pricing at +961 3 337 666. Check real-time stock on our website, or browse the complete MikroTik router lineup in Lebanon. For the full MikroTik RouterBOARD range — from budget hEX to enterprise CCR — see our RouterBOARD buyer's guide.