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    GT-98 Pro: Unable to Update to RMerlin FW (Error Message)

    I’m trying to update my GT-98 Pro from stock ASUS fw (3.0.0.6.102_37038) to Merlin fw (3.0.0.6.102.3) but I’m getting a firmware not supported and update is unsuccessful message. Any way to fix this please? Thanks
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    Dyson Fans won’t connect to Asus WiFi?

    I have 3 Dyson cooling fans (TP12) in my house and are 3 were successfully connected to the IoT guest wireless network in my Asus Rog GT-BE98 Pro. However this weekend all 3 fans stopped connecting to WiFi. I reset the network connection in the fans and tried to reconnect but the connection is...
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    ROG 98 Pro: Fire Stick 4K Max won’t connect to WiFi 6E???

    I recently purchased an Amazon Fire Stick 4k Max (2nd Gen) and the box states that it connects to WiFi 6E but I have been unsuccessful in trying to connect to any of my wireless 6 clients on the Asus ROG GT-98 PRO. I keep getting a “connection timed out” error message. I have rebooted both my...
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    How to set up Adguard IPV6 DNS server on BE98 Pro (Spectrum)

    How do I add a private Adguard ipv6 DNS to an Asus router, specifically the BE98 Pro? I’m using Spectrum ISP. Not sure what to select under the IPV6 option. Native? Passthrough? Static? I’ve tried Passthrough and selected to connect to manual dns servers but I keep failing all of the IPv6...
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    BE98 Pro: RMerlin or Asus f/w?

    Anyone running RMerlin f/w for the BE98 Pro vs Stock Asus f/w? I’m debating making the switch to RMerlin but I’m not sure if I would lose any current features available only in stock Asus firmware for the BE98 Pro. Thanks
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    Which of These 3 Routers Do You Recommend?

    Looking to replace my Netgear AXE router. Currently looking at 3 options within my price point ($500 ish): -Asus ROG RT-AXE16000 -TP-Link Archer AXE300 -TP-Link Archer GE800 ISP: 1 gig down. 50 Mbps up Many connected devices (mostly Apple/ios) and all TV devices (4) streaming so I need...
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    Set up New ROG AX6000 (w/ RMerlin) but Not Getting Fast Wi-Fi Speeds. (Please Help)

    Just set up and updated my ROG AX6000 router with RMerlin latest 386.6 fw and performed a factory reset and set up from scratch. I used Wi-Fi Analyzer and found the best/least congested 2.4 and 5 GHz channels. However I noticed my wireless speeds aren’t as fast as my previous router (Netgear...
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    GT-AXE1100, while Expensive, is a Great Router!

    Decided to bite the bullet and purchase the ASUS GT-AXE1100 because I was having video streaming issues with the AX86U router. Range was also subpar and playing videos would always start pixelated/choppy. The GT-AXE100 has been a significant improvement in my environment. No more video...
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    Wireless Question (AX86U)

    Is there a way to keep the WiFi connection to a particular device “active” 24/7 - preventing a particular device from going into standby/sleep mode when it’s turned off? I have a LG CX OLED and it’s connected to my Apple HomeKit but whenever the TV set is powered off, it puts its network...
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    Just purchased RT-AX86U. Few Questions (please help).

    I just purchased and set up the RT-AX86U router and updated stock firmware to the latest version. Is enabling QoS recommended - or is it best to just leave it off by default? I do have a TiVo Mini streaming box (Wi-Fi connected) and a couple of other streaming options. Should those be given top...
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    R7800 or RAX40?

    Currently have the Netgear R7800 and it’s working great on stock firmware. Probably the best AC router I’ve owned to date. My wife and I recently purchased the iPhone 11 Pro and we want to take advantage of its WiFi 6 capabilities. I was looking at the Netgear RAX40 router but wasn’t sure if...
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    Just picked up the R7800 (installed Voxel f/w) and Have Some ?s

    I just purchased the R7800 router and installed Voxel's latest firmware. I''m coming from Asus routers where I have used them for the past several years and I'm trying to get accustomed to the Netgear GUI and settings. 1) Does Stubby and DNSCrypt-Proxy-2 come "baked in" the latest Voxel...
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    Question about 5GHz Channel Selection (Asus 86U)

    Asus 86U running latest Merlin f/w (no scripts); 400/22 internet connection I have a Roku 4K streaming stick in the bedroom and whenever I select a low 5GHz channel (ie 36)....I get a lot of buffering and when I run a network connection test, it lists my download speed @1 mbps. However when I...
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    Updated to 384.11 - Both CPU Cores Running @ 97%

    Did a clean flash of 384.11 on my 86U router. Set up everything from scratch. Including thr scripts. However I'm noticing that the CPU cores (1 + 2) are very high. Never seen this with 384.10. I've rebooted the router multiple times and even left it on overnight but the cores are still running...
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    Best VPN for 86U + Merlins???

    I've never used VPN before and I know many in this community use it with their Asus routers. Can someone recommend me the best/fastest VPN for the 86U router using Merlin's f/w please.
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    (86U) WiFi switching from 5Ghz to 2.4Ghz

    From time to time my iPhone connected WiFi jumps from 5Ghz to the 2.4Ghz. I have two separate SSID for both and different password for both yet it switches on it's own. Using RTAC86U w/ Merlins FW. Is there a way to stop this from happening? Thanks
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    Asus 86U or TP-Link AC4000 for the Same Price?

    Looking for some feedback please. I'm deciding on getting a new router and have narrowed down my choices to the Asus AC-RT86U (w/ Merlin's f/w) or the TP-Link Archer AC4000 Triband. The latter is only exclusive to Costco and Fry's Electronics here in the US and both can be had for the same...
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    Thoughts on the Netgear C7500 Modem/Router Combo + Synology RT2600AC?

    https://www.netgear.com/home/products/networking/cable-modems-routers/C7500.aspx Any insight on this modem/router combo? Couldn't find anything here via the search function. Reviews on BB seem pretty good. Are modem/router combo units still frowned upon in 2018 or is the Netgear C7500 a solid...
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    RT-1900P (Stock FW or RMerlin's???)

    I currently have the RT-1900P router (Best Buy version) running the latest stock Asus FW but many are recommending going with RMerlin's FW. Pardon my ignorance but are there any benefits running RMerlin's custom FW as opposed to stock Asus FW? Are the latest security fixes incorporated in...
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    Keep Asus 1900P or Upgrade to Netgear R7800?

    I currently have the Asus RT1900P (Best Buy version of the 68U) using stock Asus FW. I have 100MB down internet in a single floor unit. 2 iPads, 2 iPhones, 2 Apple TVs and 1 game console connected. Would it be worth it to upgrade to the Netgear R7800 or keep the Asus 1900P? Advice needed. Thanks
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