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    Help with network configuration

    I have a somewhat odd network configuration that I'm hoping the wizards here can help me get working as I need. Here are my requirements: I need to be able to remotely (within my house) enable & disable the wifi network. I want this to happen without exposing my router to the internet via...
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    Help with a Router Distro?

    Hello everyone! After quite a few frustrations on issues with a commercial home mesh while working remotely, I'm going to take the plunge and build out my own - And I'm looking for help in deciding given all of the choices for router distros. My current environment: I have cable internet...
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    Trying to understand modern Mesh routers and decide if I should buy one

    Hey all, I live in a home that is one floor approximately 2,000 sqft in size (high ceiling) with an approximately 2,000 sqft screened-in pool outside, perpendicular to and on the corner of the house. At the moment, I use an Arris TG1682 modem+router combo to deliver internet, however, it only...
  4. DustyDad

    RT-AX92U or RT-AX58U as main router

    I have two RT-AX92U routers. They are almost perfect for what I need. Both of them are in the basement and it mostly covers the main floor as well. They are wired backhaul. However, there are a few spots that are a bit flaky for signal strength on the main floor so I purchased a used...
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    Using NAS through portable router

    Hey peps of SNB forum! First time poster and beginner at networking- and NAS systems. I’m playing with the idea of setting up a NAS coupled with my home router, either a prebuilt by Synology, Qnap etc; or a diy system running some dist of Linux. Either way, my question is the following: Say I...
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    Dual VPN, client and server on same router

    OK all you routing geniuses I have a RT-AC68R running the newest Merlin Firmware, and I am half way to my dream setup I currently have a OPEN VPN server running amazing well and my phones can easily access all my files and network resources. I also have a Proton VPN instance set up on my Router...
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    Ecosystem - guidance please

    Dear all, I am returning after more than 4 years. A lot struck me - good and bad - before the Pandemic played a hard ball on all of us. Long story short, happy to be in a "not too bad" moment! :) I am sorry as the post will be repetitive (my old post and a lot of similar ones) and I cannot...
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    WRT1900AC wifi unstable (with G1100 FIOS) at in-laws - Asus RT-AX88U? AX86U? Netgear? Seeking router with best range and stability.

    The good news: At home, we have Comcast gigabit internet and I am using a new Arris S33 (2.5 Gbps port) modem and a new Orbi RBK853 (2.5 Gbps WAN) mesh system. The system is rock solid on wifi with tons of devices on the network! I can work from home for months on end and never have a connection...
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    Asus AC68U 386.2_2 to 386.2_6 bricked

    Hello there, After quietly upgrading the firmware of my RT AC68U from the 386.2_2 to the 2_6, It is now bricked. What I tried: - Sha is correct so file is the right one - reset/reboot/nvram flush with WPS. Did not worked - enter Rescue mode and use the recovery tool to upload the Asus firmware...
    • Er0n
    • Thread
    • asus asus rt ac68u bricked denied permission permission denied permissions router tftp
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: Asuswrt-Merlin
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    AX11000 2.5G Port getting disconnected

    Hi! So i have 2 AX11000 in AiMesh mode, i have the node connected by ethernet backhaul to the main one using the 2.5G port, because i have dual wan (2 ISP´s) in balance mode (1000 mbps + 600 mbps) so triying to get the most out of it via wireless, but the node gets disconnections a couple times...
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    Did I make the right choice? ...buying a new AC wireless standard router now?

    Hello. Nice to meet you! I ask you – Did I make the right choice? Please read and please respond with a simple yes or no answer and if you could explain why you feel I did or did not and what you would have done. Last week, I purchased a new router from Amazon.com. It is the TP-Link A6 V3...
    • montecarlo1987
    • Thread
    • 500 mbps ac standard ax standard fiber future-proof gigabit non-gigabit purchase router tp-link
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Wi-Fi Buying Advice
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    How to easily switch between TorGuard's dedicated IPs?

    I'm about to sign up with TorGuard for its dedicated IP for streaming services. The windows client has a UI that allows you to select which IP you're using, but I'll be using the streaming IPs on non-windows devices so I won't have access to that app. Right now I need to configure this for a...
    • chigden
    • Thread
    • router streaming torguard
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: VPN
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    RT-AC66U upgrade to AC or AX (86 or 88)?

    I held off an upgrade pending a decision between cable or fibre and finally went for the latter and a 150mbps service initially. I will purchase a new router before the install early June. I was considering the AC86U (bang for the buck) though want to make sure it can last me a few years...
  14. Kendo

    Router upgrade

    Dear all, Regarding the image below, I was thinking it will be time for a router upgrade in the near future. Just need to save some money. Currently using the Asus AC68U with Merlin firmware on a Gigabit connection. At the moment I do not own any WiFi6 devices, but that may change later. :)...
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    Two Wi-Fi Routers to create 2 separate networks

    I have a "main" router (router #1) connected to a modem and thus the Internet. This router can be accesses by anyone in my small business. But I also do some sensitive office work that I would like to keep private and thought of attaching a second router. Router #1 is a NightHawk x6s AC3000 and...
  16. strat_noob

    Wireless Router or Wired+AP for solid VPN split tunelling

    Hello, As a backstory: I live in UK and because of Brexit, the UK is no more part of the Digital Single Market, thus I can not access streaming services I pay for in my home country due to geo locking (not Netflix). To come around this I want to get a VPN router, get a VPS in home country and...
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    Access layer switch + Wi-Fi router or integrated service router (Cisco RV series) for a student

    Hello, I'm a self-funded student reading for MSc in Cybersecurity. My research and work involve heavy local network usage. I currently have a single Netgear R7000, which has 4x1Gbps ports. All of the ports are divided between a Dell workstation with two NICs and a Synology NAS. I see my homelab...
    • parthmaniar
    • Thread
    • buying advice help buying router switch wifi
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Routers
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    (Moved to ASUSWRT-MERLIN forum): Resolving local hostnames from OpenVPN clients

    Good morning, I have an ASUS RT-AC86U router, running Merlin 386.1_2. I have enabled the VPN on my router, and I have successfully connected over the WAN from several OpenVPN clients (Android phone, Windows laptop). My clients are able to connect to my LAN devices using the local IP address...
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    Exhaust Fans on ASUS Routers?

    There seems to be a bit of a debate on whether the addition of cooling fans are recommended for ASUS Routers such as AC68U, AC86U, AX86U etc. I have read both sides - either saying what seems hot is nowhere near touching the throttle, or saying heat/temperate is the reason for the many reports...
    • E3000
    • Thread
    • ac68u ac86u ax86u cooling exhaust fans router
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: ASUS Wi-Fi
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    At war with ISP (blaming my Asus router) any help would be appreciated.

    So basically as the title states. I own An asus RT-AC68U which is connected to a PPPoe Injector which then goes to a receiver which goes to a local tower. they advertise fast speeds have told me that I have a strong connection and that packet loss is at a minimum between the receiver and tower...
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