Implementation of Mikrotik Network Management Using Quality of Service Features with the Hierarchical Token Bucket Algorithm

Yuma Akbar; Rizki Ananda Pratama; Sugiyono Sugiyono; Faris Jawad

doi:10.61132/ijmecie.v1i4.271

Authors

Yuma Akbar Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Komputer Cipta Karya Informatika (STIKOMCKI) Jakarta
Rizki Ananda Pratama Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Komputer Cipta Karya Informatika (STIKOMCKI) Jakarta
Sugiyono Sugiyono Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Komputer Cipta Karya Informatika (STIKOMCKI) Jakarta
Faris Jawad Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Komputer Cipta Karya Informatika (STIKOMCKI) Jakarta

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61132/ijmecie.v1i4.271

Keywords:

Bandwidth Allocation, Hierarchical Token Bucket (HTB), Mikrotik RouterOS, Network Performance, Quality of Service (QoS)

Abstract

This research aims to address the issue of uneven bandwidth distribution in large organizational networks by implementing Quality of Service (QoS) using FIFO and the Hierarchical Token Bucket (HTB) algorithm on Mikrotik routers. Uneven bandwidth distribution can disrupt productivity and operational efficiency. This study creates a fair and efficient traffic management system, allowing bandwidth allocation according to user needs. The methodology involves detailed configuration of Mikrotik RouterOS to optimize QoS with adjusted HTB settings. Testing was conducted using IPerf3 to measure bandwidth variations received by clients in different conditions, including scenarios with two and three active clients. The results indicate that the HTB method provides more stable and consistent bandwidth distribution compared to FIFO. In the two-active client scenario, the unused bandwidth by the third client is allocated to higher priority clients, demonstrating HTB's effectiveness in managing traffic priorities. This research is expected to enhance user satisfaction by providing a network that is both stable and responsive to the needs of various operational applications, and contribute significantly to the development of best practices for bandwidth management in complex organizational environments.

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