> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.wavecorebilling.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Connect your first MikroTik

> Register a MikroTik and check that WaveCore can reach it.

Use a test router for your first setup if you have one. For a router already serving customers, back up its configuration and plan a maintenance window before applying changes.

## Before you start

Have a WaveCore Billing account, administrator access to the MikroTik through WinBox or WebFig, and an internet connection from the router. In the setup wizard, review the supported models, RouterOS version requirement, and preflight checks for your router.

## Connect the router

1. In WaveCore, open **Network → Devices** and add your MikroTik.
2. Open the router setup wizard. Run the prerequisite checks shown in the wizard and review the results before generating the setup script.
3. Select **Copy script**. In WinBox or WebFig, open **New Terminal** on the same MikroTik and paste the script. Alternatively, use the wizard’s **Download wavecore.rsc** option and follow its import instructions. Treat the generated script as private.
4. Wait for the wizard to report that the router is connected. Continue through the readiness checks for the services you intend to offer.

If the router stays offline, confirm it can reach the internet and inspect the first error in the RouterOS terminal. Correct that issue before retrying. Share a redacted error message with WaveCore support if you need help.

After the router is connected, [set up your PPPoE or Hotspot packages](https://docs.wavecorebilling.com/service-packages.md) and check access from a customer device.


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