A device with embedded or integrated cards means that it has components for a specific purpose and cannot be modified, for example, an RB450Gx4 device has 5 integrated Ethernet ports and you cannot increase the number of ports or add other types of interfaces, Likewise, it has a memory and disk capacity that cannot be increased.

When it is mentioned that a MikroTik device has “embedded cards”, this generally refers to the fact that certain hardware components, such as wireless network cards or network interfaces, are integrated directly into the device and are not external or additional modules that are installed. can be easily removed or changed.

In the context of network devices, such as MikroTik routers and switches, embedded cards offer several advantages:

Compactibility

By having the cards embedded, the design of the device can be more compact and robust, since it does not require additional space for expansion modules.

Performance

Embedded cards are specifically designed to work optimally with the device hardware, which can offer better performance compared to modular or external solutions.

Reliability

Being integrated, these cards have less risk of physical connection problems, such as those that could arise with additional modules that are inserted into slots or ports.

Ease of setup

Devices with embedded cards are typically easier to configure and manage because they do not require additional hardware recognition and configuration.

For example, a MikroTik router with embedded WiFi cards would allow it to act as an access point without the need for additional components.

This is especially useful in applications where space and configuration simplicity are critical, such as in IoT (Internet of Things) implementations or in network environments where physical maintenance and hardware manipulation are sought to be minimized.