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    Release Asus ZenWiFi XD4 Mini - Firmware Update 3.0.0.4_388_25106 (Nov 18 2024)

    It appears there is an update to the Asus ZenWiFi XD4 Mini firmware very recently (Nov 2024?) (Firmware version 3.0.0.4_388_25106). I use the XD4 as AiMesh nodes for an Asus RT-ZX88U Pro router and from the router it shows firmware update for the XD4 nodes: AiMesh Node ZenWiFi AX Mini...
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    Mesh - GuestWiFi - IoT - MerlinWRT - 2.4ghz issues

    Hello, I'm struggling with understanding what is my exact issue here. If anybody has any clue, please send me a lifeline, thank you. A bit of background I have a 2 story house with 4 nodes: AX88U cable connected to starlink main router (on the upper floor) 2x AX86U Pro as mesh node (one on...
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    Home Network Upgrade with RT-BE88U (Merlin) & AX-58U as AiMesh Node - Inputs ?

    Hello, Long-time Merlin user considering a home-network upgrade with a RT-BE88U - given that Merlin is just beginning to release firmware betas for it. I would like to get some consensus on whether my thinking is correct about getting real-world improvements with a new RT-BE88U - before I...
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    Asus Tuf Ax3000 V2 connection drop hourly

    Hi, I have two ASUS TUF ax3000 V2 routers forming an AI mesh via 5GHz WiFi. Both routers have latest firmware The topology is as follows: Internet ENT <(ethernet cable)> Router A <(wifi)> Router B <(ethernet cable)> Client PCs It's not currently feasible to connect A and B via ethernet...
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    AiMesh, router stock asus, wired AP merlin. Cant connect to AP 5ghz

    Hi all, I have two AX58U, working on Aimesh and connected by wire: Main router: Last Merlin V. 3004.388.8_2 AP: Last stock V. 3.0.0.4.388_24762 All was working well until a few days that not a single device will connect to the AP on 5ghz (2,4ghz its fine). Phones can see the signal but they...
  6. Supermatico

    Best way to update firmware in an AiMesh system

    Hello to all, I have an ASUS RT-AX88U PRO as a main router and an RT-AX88U as a AiMesh node, both with Merlin firmware, 388_7 Now, before to update both to the latest 388_8 firmware version I need to know if there is a correct procedure to follow to don't become crazy to set everything back...
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    ZenWiFi XD6S just go offline and not work anymore until factory reset

    Hey My setup is a GT-AX6000 behind a modem with two Zenwifi XD6S Repeater. The setup is easy and fast. Anything works perfect few days and than the XD6S goes offline and this is it. When I open the Asus Android app or go to router menu and click on AiMesh it's over and freeze. Need to wait...
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    AiMesh problems with ASUS RT-AC86U Firmware version 3.0.0.4.386_51925 and ASUS RT-AC66U B1 Firmware version 3.0.0.4.386_51685

    Hi guys, I recently updated firmware on my router and node to get the latest security fixes: ASUS RT-AC86U Firmware version 3.0.0.4.386_51925 ASUS RT-AC66U B1 Firmware version 3.0.0.4.386_51685 The router no longer shows the node in the admin screen and the node says it can not connect to the...
  9. jhecking

    Solved RT-AX56U AiMesh node unable to join Wifi network

    I have a home AiMesh network consisting of an AX88U as the main node and an older AX56U. Until recently, everything was working fine and wireless clients would connect to the AX88U or the AX56U depending on which node was closer. Since a recent firmware update to 3004.388.7 on both nodes, the...
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    Port Forwarding stops working after adding addional AiMesh node

    Hello, I have Asus RT-AX88U Pro and I set up port forwarding to PC/linux machine (wired connection directly to RT-AX88U Pro, added a rule in DHCP that this computer has to have the same IP every time 192.168.50.236; Port forwarding details: external port: 1980, internal port: 1980; service...
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    Best approach to mix aimesh nodes?

    Hello! There is a place where I need to help to extend WIFI coverage. The current setup are two ax58u models (one as main router and one as wired AiMesh node). The new "mancave" basement would get two ac68u as wired nodes (Yes, I told them that those models are too old and they should get newer...
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    Mesh Optimization Schedule

    Is there a way to schedule mesh optimization on a RT-AX86U? I originally tried to bind all fixed location devices to their respective mesh nodes then ran into a limitation on the number of devices that could be bound...so I only bound critical devices. Then I tried adding all fixed location...
  13. HatfieldChris

    A NAS, two CT8 and a mobile router

    We currently have a broadband modem connected to two Asus CT8 units set up as a mesh. There are a couple of NAS boxes attached via ethernet cable to one of the CT8s. We are moving house, and there will not be broadband there immediately. We do have a mobile broadband router (ex BT) that is...
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    Asus AiMesh with wired access point headache, out of my mind, angry

    I'm at a loss folks and before I completely lose my mind in anger and throw all of these Asus routers against the wall, I'm hoping someone can help me figure this out. Basic premise is that I live in a 3000 sq ft home, half of it has an upstairs, along with attic space over the garage and all...
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    PCVR Asus XT8 AiMesh local network traffic path

    I have 2 Asus XT8 devices. One of the devices is connected to an ADSL modem and serves as the main router. The other is on the second floor and works as a node and connects to the main router via WI-FI. The node is connected to the PC via a cable and the Meta Quest 3 via WI-FI. As you know...
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    AiMesh FAILURE - cannot add AX11000, GT-AC5300, RT-AC5300

    After years and years of success with AiMesh, I am at my wits end after 5 hours of hell. IN SUMMARY - WHAT CAN I DO TO CONNECT AN AIMESH NODE TO A NEW AXE16000? I've tried wired and wireless, (computer) browser and (mobile) app. WAN up, WAN down. Other wifi devices off. NEW: AXE16000 main...
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    Running AiMesh nodes through a fiber switch/converter - what worked for me.

    I recently switched from a wireless AiMesh to a partially wired AiMesh setup using fiber optic to ethernet converters. I ran into some issues which I finally worked out so I thought I would share the experience here for others to find. The key point here would probably apply to any switch be...
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    RT-AX88U Intel AX211 Speeds / Cannot set 160Mhz Channel

    I have a RT-AX88U and and a RT-AC68U using AiMesh with latest AsusMerlin firmware , my laptop has an "Intel(R) Wi-Fi 6E AX211 160MHz" card and I noticed that after a couple of hours connected at 1201/1201 Mbps (router is 6ft from the laptop) the connection speed drops to ridiculously low speeds...
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    AIMesh problem with RT-AX88U Pro router and RT-AC88U node

    Hello, I previously had AIMesh with RT-AC88U as Wireless AP / AIMesh router and Blue Cave as AIMesh node. It worked very well for me for several years (since 2019). I just decided to upgrade my router to the RT-AX88U Pro, which I set up as the new Wireless AP / AIMesh router. I reset the old...
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    RT-AC87U AiMesh via ethernet backhaul

    Hi All, I think I already know that the answer to my question is a 'No', though thought I'd ask, to be sure: I have an old AC-87U, that I am aware cannot be added as a node in AiMesh (to my AX-86S), due to the 5ghz antenna used. However, is there any workaround of setting it up via ethernet...
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