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    FW Update Issue from 386.3_2 to latest on ASUS RT-AX88U

    Hi, I am on a very old version by Merlin on Asus RT-AX88U. Current Version is : 386.3_2 Latest Version is : RT-AX88U_3004_388.8 I am trying to update to the latest one but it doesn't work. I've also tried to update to stock and it also doesn't work. Do you have any idea why and suggestions how...
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    RT-AX-88U asus-merlin 388.6_2 bugs on static IP and custom DDNS

    The new version of the firmware is not allowing me to assign static IPs to devices. When I place the entry, and hit save nothing appears below, and it does not seem to be working. When I use custom for ddns, and then enter the custom hostname with a | and a token to be parsed via shell it...
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    RT-AX88U VPN Server "Others" Page Bug

    Looks like there is a bug in the RT-AX88U VPN server configuration page in the "Others" tab, which makes configuring VPN's that are not OpenVPN rather interesting...
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    HELP! No internet after Router reboot

    Hello everyone, after months of troubleshooting, i gave up and i m here to ask support to the community. I have an Asus Router AX88U Pro, with merlin Firmware (3004.388.6_2). The asus is between my LAN and the Fritzbox router that i received from the Internet Provider. Inside my LAN (so behind...
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    Splitting Wireguard between Router and client

    Hi @ZebMcKayhan Almost a year on from my initial look at the Flow Cache restrictions with using WireGuard (WGM) see https://www.snbforums.com/threads/session-manager-4th-thread.81187/page-8#post-833178 I finally have a fast enough ISP for it to matter. With the latest rMerlin it looks like...
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    RT-AX88U Wi-Fi 6 doesn't work for 5G

    I have the RT-AX88U and Wi-Fi 6 enabled. My Pixel 8 Pro devices connect to Wi-Fi 6 only for 2.4g but they connect as WiFi 5 (ac) on the 5g network. I have smart connect disabled and have 2 different 2.4g and 5g network. Here is my Pixel 8 Pro connected as WiFi5 (ac) On 2.4G, it connects as...
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    Lab Environment - Testing Azure

    Hey Folks! My first post here and if there are any rules I need to follow I'm all ears. I am looking to get some help around static routes and testing a lab environment. If I have a S2S VPN (site to site VPN) connected from my home to Azure, can I setup a default route / static route on my...
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    ASUS RT-AX88U Network Segmentation (Help Needed)

    Hello Everyone, I have been a long-term window lurker on SNB. The forums have been quite helpful in the past. I finally signed up, and have a few questions of my own. Hoping someone could help me achieve the setup I need or just tell me if it is not possible at all. My hardware includes: 1...
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    RT-AX88U(Router) + RT-AX58U(Node): DFS State "NOT Active" when 160Mhz clients are connected ONLY to AiMesh Node

    I have AiMesh configuration with AX88U (Main Router) -> AX58U (Node - Connected via Ethernet Backhaul). Both Router/Node is updated to latest Firmware version 3.0.0.4.388_23748 and all "Settings" are default to Factory recomended. Only, when 160Mhz client is connected to AX88U(Main), I am...
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    RT-AX88U - 388.2_2 - Previously Working VPN Client (NordVPN) no longer functions - Suggestions for NordVPN Working Settings July 2023

    Following update to the current Merlin (388.2_2 - 05.05.23) Firmware on 22.05.23 neither VPN Client (Express VPN & NordVPN) made a successful connection reporting "Error - Authentication failure!" Inspecting the System Logs indicated a 'keysize' issue in respect of the Express VPN and this was...
    • PC Pilot
    • Thread
    • 388.2_2 nordvpn rt-ax88u vpn client working settings
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Asuswrt-Merlin
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    RT-AX88U VLAN Support (3.0.0.6)

    I actually have two questions under this title, if anyone can provide some insight. Does anyone have any insider information on whether the RT-AX88U will receive the 3.0.0.6 firmware, namely for VLAN/network segmentation per SSID? Can you have a RT-AX88U PRO with VLAN's as the base unit meshed...
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    Solved RT-AX88U Is USB NVME SSD Supported?

    Hi SNBForums brains trust, My RT-AX88U keeps killing external drives. My latest being a 500gb WD RED M.2 SATA SSD in an aluminium enclosure for heat dissipation. With me hitting the end of my patience with SATA based drives I was wondering if the RT-AX88U supported NVME drives? I am planning...
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    RT-AX88U / IFTTT and Alexa configuration

    RT-AX88U / IFTTT and Alexa configuration Hi, did some of you encounter issues in setting-up IFTTT and Alexa? 1. Have issue in binding accounts to Alexa and IFFFT. Or binding again. From laptop->browser it is not working. Worked once only via mobile up. Once I try to re-connect it shows...
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    Best way to configure intranet "levels of trust" on both ethernet and WLAN? (with multiple routers)

    I currently have two RT-AX88U devices. The basement one has Asuswrt-Merlin, the other is stock (but I could easily put Merlin on it, too). The RT-AX88U ("Router 1") in the basement is directly connected to the WAN (and a number of rooms in the house by ethernet). The RT-AX88U ("Router 2") on the...
    • Quirken
    • Thread
    • guest network merlin nat rt-ax88u upnp vlan
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Asuswrt-Merlin
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    DDNS update not working on 388.1

    I noticed after upgrading to 388.1 on my RT-AX88U, DDNS updates with namecheap no longer seem to be working. I noticed it when I happened to reboot my router the other day, the WAN IP changed but it was never updated. I verified if I manually update the IP address on namecheap my router is...
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    RT-AX88U Router managing two AI Mesh Nodes (wired backhaul ZenWifi AX) - Nodes loosing connection

    I have my Wan plugged into a RT-AX88U Router, on latest firmware set to managing two ZenWifi AX AI mesh nodes (on latest firmware) wired and configured to use wired backhaul. Intermittently (not daily but a 1/2 days worth of issues that go away for a few weeks and reoccur) these nodes drop...
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    Modem in bridged mode connects to RT-AX88U - speeds from router are 60% lower - Solved

    I just upgraded my internet from cable to fiber. I have 275Mbs from the ISP when I use the modem output and plugging it directly to the laptop. When the modem is setup to bridged mode and connected to the RT-AX88U running Merlin 388.1 firmware, the maximum speed is only 99Mbs. I am using Cat 7...
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    ASUS RT-AX88U VPN (WireGuard) Hacked

    Hi, in the close past i did have repeatedly massive issues with my internet connection, regarding speed and overall connection to the internet not working. After a while i did recognize a change of my IP, even or especially connected over my ASUS RT-AX88U VPN router VPN per WireGuard...
    • B255ea006
    • Thread
    • amazon aws firmware 388.1 internet connection internet problem router hacked rt-ax88u security issue vpn wireguard
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: General Network Security
  19. B255ea006

    ASUS RT-AX88U Firmware: 388.1 VPN; WireGuard protocoll priority

    Hi, :cool: i am using an ASUS RT-AX88U VPN Router and the WireGuard VPN protocoll. I have a question regarding the priority of the VPN settings regarding a boot/ restart of the Router and a possible Kill-Switch like the OpenVPN settings provides. I am currently using a only a WireGuard...
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    RT-AX88U Hates One Specific Client

    Hello folks. I'm at the absolute end of my rope with this problem and I'm hoping to get some assistance as I'm running out of ideas and am trying to avoid spending money I don't have to. Problem description: I have a RT-AX88U that's been doing well for the couple of years that I've had it...
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