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    Looking for some detailed info on the "Use DHCP Routes" setting

    Hey all, I'm bringing another question here, because I haven't been able to find any detailed info. What does the Use DHCP routes setting do under LAN / IPTV? By default it's set to Microsoft, but I don't think I'm using the setting, so, should I set it to disabled? Also, does it control the...
  2. lijoppans

    Asuswrt-Merlin - Failover Only for Specific Devices

    I have a primary high speed connection and a 4G as secondary connection. But I need it to use the secondary connection only for some specific devices. Is there any way to do so ? When the primary WAN goes down, some devices should be able to access internet via secondary WAN. And let other...
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    Mesh Network Question...Too many nodes??

    I've posted previously about getting a third node for my Asus ZenWifi XT8 network. (LSS: you CAN buy just one). My question now is whether I should. I have roughly 1750 sq ft. of Living Space and 2 nodes. From the literature, it *seems* like a single node should cover the whole house but it...
  4. J

    9000ft house. Need good coverage.

    I have a large home that I am being tasked to put a wifi network in - has two stories and a basement. 2nd floor is 1800sf 1st floor is 3600sf Basement is 3600sf I am thinking about using 6 of the ASUS AX5700 WiFi 6 routers and setup using the AiMesh system. I tried using retail mesh system...
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    Current Spectrum recommended settings regarding DHCP

    Hey guys, I recently did a hard reset of my AX-86U to give myself a fresh start on the latest firmware. I did all my normal changes and everything is setup and working. However, I noticed the default for the WAN DHCP is Aggressive mode. Doing some searches of older threads (some as new as...
  6. SandboxHaze

    Release ASUS CT8 - New Firmware: 3.0.0.4.386.47399

    Security: 1. Fixed Stored XSS. 2. Fixed CVE-2022-26376. Features: 1. Fixed AiMesh issues. 2. Fixed download master related issues. 3. Fixed VPN unable to access internet while enabling QoS. Download link: https://dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/wireless/ZenWiFi_CT8/FW_ZENWIFI_CT8_300438647399.zip
  7. Rana Imran

    ASUS Aimesh Node Connects to 2.4GHz instead of 5GHz

    Hi, I am using ASUS RT-AC5300 as Aimesh Router with another ASUS RT-AC5300 as Aimesh Node (Wired) and ASUS RT-AC68U as second Aimesh Node (Wireless). My RT-AC68U node was able to connect to 5GHz Wi-Fi till last week.. But now it only connects to 2.4GHz. I have also tried to resolve the issue by...
    • Rana Imran
    • Thread
    • 2.4ghz aimesh asus rt-ac5300 rt-ac68u
    • Replies: 28
    • Forum: ASUS Wi-Fi
  8. John DeLuca

    GT-AX 11000 issue with Lifx String Lights

    Hello I seem to be having a pairing issue with my lifx sting lights when using Merlin FW. Has happened for a few releases now, I was able to get it to pair a while back but idk what FW# that was. I have a separate 2.4Ghz network with all the settings where they should be for maximum...
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    quick question about DHCP reservations

    Hey guys, Just a quick question about adding DHCP reservations to ASusWRT. Does it require clicking the apply button to save reservations? I've had routers on both sides of the fence where the DHCP reservation was saved when created, and that's it. Then on the other side, some required you to...
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    Asus AC87U can't access LAN devices via ports

    Something peculiar happens with my router running Merlin. I may have found a Merlin bug. While connected to a local network via OpenVPN server running on this Asus AC87U, I can access several devices via their ports as IPX: Port1, IPX: Port2, etc. (where IPX = a generic local IP as...
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    AIProtection vs Built-in Web Browser protection

    Hey all, I was curious as to what the thoughts were of AIProtection vs the built in protection of the web browsers today. I did some reading of some older threads here regarding if people recommended AIprotection, and the main verdict was yes. However, those threads were a year to several years...
  12. K

    RT-AX88U w/ Centurylink ONT -- Persistent Disconnects (HELP?)

    Hi friends, I'm posting in hopes of getting some help to find out what other troubleshooting may be helpful. I don't have a... strong networking background. I'm happy to make a donation via Venmo to show my gratitude for your time. I have an Asus RT-AX88U that worked perfectly fine before a...
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    Here are the settings that resolved my issues with iOT devices and the RT-AX86U

    Hey all, After having a very frustrating day yesterday of my smart bulbs not working correctly after the recent firmware update to my RT-AX86U, I finally was able to put together a list of settings from older iOT based threads here on the forums, and other sources I gained by reading online. I...
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    RT-AC86U Guest Network Not Respecting "Enable block all devices"

    More specifically, the 2.4 GHz guest network is not respecting when I turn on "Enable block all devices". Oddly, the other 3 networks do (2.4/5 GHz regular and 5 GHz guest). I can replicate this phenomenon 100% of the time with multiple clients. I have the absolute latest firmware as of June...
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    RT-AX89X Cannot import .ovpn file (file format or path is invalid)

    I have currently using RT-AX89X with firmware version 3.0.0.4.386_47191. I tried to import the .ovpn file provided by my VPN provider. However, no matter how I try, the system always shows "file format or path is invalid" when I try to import the file. I have tried with different browsers as...
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    Asus Routers and IPV6 configuration for Spectrum Internet

    Hey all, Does anyone here from the U.S have Spectrum with an Asus router? I was curious what the correct settings were for IPV6? On the routers I've configured in the past, usually I've set it to dynamic and Dual stack. Asus has more options than I'm used to in certain areas. I have only...
    • iFrogMac
    • Thread
    • asus configuration internet ipv6 router spectrum
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: ASUS Wi-Fi
  17. technicallyuseless

    Issues with GT AX 11000 ROG Rapture

    So I have an Asus AX 11000 Router, and recently upgraded to Virgin Media (UK/ 1 GIG package) with the HUB4 in modem only mode. Over Ethernet I get around 770-940Mbps which is ok. I have an AX92U node running in AiMesh for a problem spot towards the rear of the house. My old EE copper Internet...
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    asus rt-ac86u vpn isn't working and showing my WAN IP

    Hi All, I had the VPN working well on my asus rt-ac86u but after a new router install from Virgin Media and some hard resets later to fix other issues, I'm now left with a VPN that doesn't work. I use the OpenVPN option in the router to create the profile and I've noticed that it's now...
    • jetpackjack
    • Thread
    • asus asus rt-ac86u rt-ac86u vpn
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: VPN
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    How to get (multiplayer) Nintendo Switch to work over IPv6, avoiding CGNAT

    Hi guys and gals, I'm currently with a broadband provider that offers IPv4 via CGNAT. Because of this I can't use port forwarding and have my Asus RT-AX88U (running the latest Merlin) configured to use Native IPv6. This works well for almost all normal daily internet usage and I can externally...
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    Asus RT-AX82U vs RT-AX86U for small one bedroom apt 877sq ft.

    Hey all, I'm new to the community. I've tried to do my own research and reading first before posting questions. Here are a couple of questions I have based on my setup, and also reading I have done to obtain answers. I live in a one bedroom apartment (approx 877 sq ft) and I'm trying to pick...
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