The MikroTik installer boots into a basic environment from the ISO, but then it must "re-find" the CD-ROM or USB drive to pull the actual installation packages. If the storage controller (SATA/IDE) or the USB interface isn't recognized by the older RouterOS kernel, it triggers the FATAL ERROR: no cd-rom found message.
Boot your device into "Etherboot" mode. The device will appear in the Netinstall list, allowing you to format and install without needing a CD-ROM.
Remove the USB drive. Your server will boot directly into MikroTik RouterOS CHR. It will ask for a login (admin, blank password).
MikroTik RouterOS, especially older versions (v6.x), has limited support for modern AHCI controllers. Enter your motherboard BIOS/UEFI. Locate the or Storage Mode . Change the mode from AHCI to IDE or Legacy . Save and reboot the installer. Use a Different USB Port
(Replace 7.14.3 with the latest stable version)
The MikroTik installer boots into a basic environment from the ISO, but then it must "re-find" the CD-ROM or USB drive to pull the actual installation packages. If the storage controller (SATA/IDE) or the USB interface isn't recognized by the older RouterOS kernel, it triggers the FATAL ERROR: no cd-rom found message.
Boot your device into "Etherboot" mode. The device will appear in the Netinstall list, allowing you to format and install without needing a CD-ROM.
Remove the USB drive. Your server will boot directly into MikroTik RouterOS CHR. It will ask for a login (admin, blank password).
MikroTik RouterOS, especially older versions (v6.x), has limited support for modern AHCI controllers. Enter your motherboard BIOS/UEFI. Locate the or Storage Mode . Change the mode from AHCI to IDE or Legacy . Save and reboot the installer. Use a Different USB Port
(Replace 7.14.3 with the latest stable version)