[Asus RT-AC86U] How should I behave?

[iManuB]

Unfortunately, my RT-AC3200 is dead: reboot loop. (restores were also useless through the Asus application).
So I decided to focus on a new product, the Asus RT-AC86U. It should arrive Monday.

I saw that the new firmware 3.0.0.4.384.10007 was released.

I will not use the VPN for the time being and will go back to using AB-Solution, Entware (Pixelserv-tls) and Skynet again.

Do you advise me to directly install the latest stable version of Merlin 382.1_2?

If he accidentally updates to version 3.0.0.4.384.10007, to install the merlin version 382.1_2 I have to go through the application "ASUS Firmware Restoration", or just install it normally and clean the NVRAM the next time it is restarted?

Thank you!

King Regards!

 

[scjr]

From 384 to 382, just restore to factory default after the update.

 

[iManuB]

Thanks so much!

 

[iManuB]

The Router arrived this afternoon. Now it's working with 3.0.0.4.384_10007.

Once the Merlin 382.1_2 version is installed, just go to: Administration - Restore/Save/Upload Settings.

I have to click on: Restore OR Initialize

Thanks so much!

 

[scjr]

The Router arrived this afternoon. Now it's working with 3.0.0.4.384_10007.

Once the Merlin 382.1_2 version is installed, just go to: Administration - Restore/Save/Upload Settings.

I have to click on: Restore OR Initialize

Thanks so much!

I use Initialize, but either works.

Merlin explains it here:

https://www.snbforums.com/threads/rt-ac86u-administration-restore-vs-initialize.41944/#post-355999

This option is new with 382_18219. Initialize will also remove the existing content of the /jffs/.sys/ folder which contains various data such as the (forecoming) Notification Center, Web History, etc... Restore will only erase the nvram configuration.

 

[iManuB]

Awesome! Thanks so much, @scjr for the fast response!

 

[iManuB]

As I strapped into the router settings, this message appeared to me:

Settings have been updated. Web page will now refresh. Changes have been made to the IP address or port number.

Following this little tip:

For those using Chrome, apparently you can
Open the following URL: chrome://appcache-internals/
Look for your application and click “Remove”

I delete 192.168.2.1 and now, when I type 192.168.2.1 on any browser, the error "This site can not be reached" appears.

With the previous router, it never happened. Is it a bug of the latest ASUS firmware?

Another bug: If I press the switch behind the router to switch the LED lights on / off, nothing happens. Another Firmware Bug?

Thanks!

 

[iManuB]

UPDATE:

Yesterday, after a reboot of the router, I managed to get into the settings and, fortunately, even the LED button started working.
@RMerlin --- What do you suggest to install?

1) 382.1_2
2) 382.2-Beta2
3) Stay with the current version (3.0.0.4.384_10007) and wait

Thanks

 

[Zentachi]

UPDATE:

Yesterday, after a reboot of the router, I managed to get into the settings and, fortunately, even the LED button started working.
@RMerlin --- What do you suggest to install?

1) 382.1_2
2) 382.2-Beta2
3) Stay with the current version (3.0.0.4.384_10007) and wait

Thanks

I am also debating between choices 1) and 3).

 

[scjr]

1) 382.1_2
2) 382.2-Beta2
3) Stay with the current version (3.0.0.4.384_10007) and wait

My router ran great on Merlin’s 382.2 beta 2. I moved to 384 for bug fixes and such, for now. I don’t use AiMesh. 14 days of uptime and all rock solid on 384.

When Merlin’s 384 gets to the beta stage will probably move back then.

 

[iManuB]

My router ran great on Merlin’s 382.2 beta 2. I moved to 384 for bug fixes and such, for now. I don’t use AiMesh. 14 days of uptime and all rock solid on 384.

When Merlin’s 384 gets to the beta stage will probably move back then.

Yes, I think it's the best choice. I do not use AiMesh either. I will wait for the 384 version of RMerlin, even if I miss AB-Solution & Skynet very much.

 

[scjr]

Yes, I think it's the best choice. I do not use AiMesh either. I will wait for the 384 version of RMerlin, even if I miss AB-Solution & Skynet very much.

If you use AB and Skynet, try 382.2 beta 2. If you like those two, it may be worth it a try. Can always go to 384 later.

 

[iManuB]

I had thought about it, but from what I understood, Merlin's 384 should not be late. It's been two weeks since my AC3200 broke. I waited until now, I can wait again...

 

[scjr]

I had thought about it, but from what I understood, Merlin's 384 should not be late. It's been two weeks since my AC3200 broke. I waited until now, I can wait again...

I hear you.

What’s important to me is, my connection is stable. On 384, it’s been perfect. Though on 382.2 beta 2 it was perfect as well. Just think under the hood bug fixes are worth running the latest firmware.

 

[iManuB]

I hear you.

What’s important to me is, my connection is stable. On 384, it’s been perfect. Though on 382.2 beta 2 it was perfect as well. Just think under the hood bug fixes are worth running the latest firmware.

I understand you! With Merlin, never had connection problems. My old AC3200, before it was paralyzed, had a full 21 days without a stop.