: This creates a full snapshot of the router's state, including system databases, passwords, and encryption keys. It is hardware-dependent and should generally only be restored onto the exact same physical device or model.
Once saved, the .rsc file sits in the internal storage of your MikroTik device. Open and click on Files in the left menu. Locate your filename.rsc file in the list. mikrotik export configuration
By default, RouterOS hides passwords, VPN secrets, and wireless pre-shared keys. To include these credentials (essential for full disaster recovery), add the show-sensitive flag: /export file=full-backup show-sensitive Use code with caution. 2. Exporting Compact Configurations ( compact ) : This creates a full snapshot of the