To configure a MikroTik wireless interface as a basic access point (AP), the minimum required parameters are:

Mode → Must be set to ap-bridge or bridge

SSID → Defines the wireless network name to broadcast

Band → Determines which frequency ranges are used (e.g., 2.4GHz b/g/n or 5GHz a/n/ac)

Frequency → Specifies the actual channel used for broadcasting

Options reviewed:

A. radio name →✘Optional. A cosmetic label used to identify the radio in Winbox.

B. scan-list →✘Optional. Used to define which frequencies the interface should scan.

C.✔Required

D.✔Required

E.✔Required

F. DFS mode →✘Optional and auto-configured based on regulatory domain.

G. WDS →✘Only needed for bridging or extending networks.

Extract from Official MTCNA Course Material – Wireless Configuration:

“The minimal settings to enable an Access Point include: mode, SSID, band, and frequency. Without these, the interface won’t broadcast.”

Extract from René Meneses Study Guide – Wireless Basics:

“To turn on an AP: Set the mode to ap-bridge, define SSID, band, and frequency. Other settings are optional or advanced.”

Extract from Terry Combs Notes – Wireless Setup:

“Essential: mode, frequency, SSID, band. Others like WDS and DFS are situational.”

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