Release Asuswrt-Merlin 386.1 is now available

[roboots21]

Known issues:

• Lots of syslog errors when using Guest Network 1 on the RT-AX86U or RT-AX88U - use Guest Network 2 instead if you don't need sharing with other AiMesh nodes (issue within Asus's code, same issue also exists in stock firmware and will have to be resolved by them

Even though there are syslog errors, is that actually a real issue with Guest Network 1? If there's no inherent underlying issue, then I'd like to use that network to allow roaming, but wanted to check that there's no real actual issue other than syslogging showing an error.

 

[shabbs]

Drop it like it's hot baby... lets' GO!

 

[predatorz]

Dirty upgrade from 384.19 on RT-AC88U.
So far so good.

 

[Gar]

Dirty upgrade from b5 working well, thanks!

 

[Phil Mcavity]

My first forum post and a thank you for all you do!

 

[trongod]

Clear your browser cache.

I tried a different browser first. It’s there. . Thanks for replying!

 

[Makaveli]

I tried a different browser first. It’s there. . Thanks for replying!

I had to clear my browser cache as it was missing for me in FF which is my primary.

 

[shabbs]

I'll have to wait until later to get the rest of my devices updated... will interfere with the IPTV and I'll be in the doghouse. Heh.

Two APs done dirty from b5. So far so good.

As always thanks to @RMerlin and his team of wizards. Always appreciate the dedication and support. Miracle workers.

 

[JPotter]

Dirty upgrade from 384.19 on RT-AC3100 - things came right back up but still awaiting usable WebGUI. I get the login prompt but after that just a blank screen forever loading. I assume this is what was mentioned in the changelog. So far about 20 minutes in. Will wait patiently.

 

[HorseCalledHorse]

I get that the high temperature issue of the AC86U might not seem like a big problem to those without AC86U routers. But I came to ASUS hardware and Merlin's firmware because high temperatures on my Linksys router were causing random reboots, so it's not "just numbers" in some cases. Australian summers get pretty hot and I haven't upgraded to 386.1 because I don't want to run into any issues with heat on my router. Also, 384.19 has been rock solid for me and I can't see any compelling reason to make the switch right now.

 

[Sonofdavidsfather]

ASUS Cannot Get Its Act Together - CPU HIGH TEMP BUG PERSISTS - PLANNED OBSOLESCENCE?

Asus RT-AC86U 384.19 - 25°C

Legend: 2.4 GHz - 5 GHz - CPU
Current Temperatures: 46 °C - 52 °C - 73 °C

Asus RT-AC86U 386.1 - 25°C

Legend: 2.4 GHz - 5 GHz - CPU
Current Temperatures: 46 °C - 52 °C - 78 °C

Will let it run for a few hours, then back to 384.19

EDIT: Now up to 80 °C - what a bummer.

I bought these, and used some double sided adhesive to attach them to the back of the router. The USB 2 port powers them, so there's not another power point needed. I went with these larger fans, as I tried several smaller ones, but they were annoyingly loud. They are quiet enough I can't hear them at all from 8 feet away in a quiet room.

My temps are 2.4 GHz: 44°C - 5 GHz: 51°C - CPU: 49°C.

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[Deleted member 22229]

384.19 has been rock solid for me and I can't see any compelling reason to make the switch right now.

How about security issues ? Several have been addressed since 384.19. I don't like not having the latest patches and fixes.

 

[GL_Red]

Updated 66u-b1 and it’s been about 2 hours and Web UI has loaded up once but shows this
Edit: idk why the photo came up like that
Edit 2: I factory reset and fixed the issue

 

[davelian]

Issues / feedback:
Ac 86U time scheduling still NOT fixed.
Still not solved if you plan to used this feature. Don’t update!!!

 

[mgttr]

Dirty upgrade from 384.19 on RT-AC3100 - things came right back up but still awaiting usable WebGUI. I get the login prompt but after that just a blank screen forever loading. I assume this is what was mentioned in the changelog. So far about 20 minutes in. Will wait patiently.

I had the same problem with my RT-AC86U. Got tired of waiting, so I did a reset to defaults with the buttons on the unit. When I got the initial setup screen, I reloaded my saved configuration file and everything was normal after that.

 

[mvadu]

Anyone else got AC3100 here? I am unable to go from beta5 to release. Don't want to nuke settings if I can avoid factory reset.

 

[L&LD]

Use the method below to flash to the new firmware.

Asus Rescue Mode

 

[ma678]

I have issue to access folders via SMB on Apple TV 4K. I can never pass authentication.

RT-AC68U running 386.1.

Help please. Thanks.

 

[JPotter]

I had the same problem with my RT-AC86U. Got tired of waiting, so I did a reset to defaults with the buttons on the unit. When I got the initial setup screen, I reloaded my saved configuration file and everything was normal after that.

I was just about to but when I checked for the last time WebGUI was back working as before. So I'm all good now.

So in the end it took between 75-90 minutes for the WebGUI to come back up after the update.

 

[bbunge]

ASUS Cannot Get Its Act Together - CPU HIGH TEMP BUG PERSISTS - PLANNED OBSOLESCENCE?

Asus RT-AC86U 384.19 - 25°C

Legend: 2.4 GHz - 5 GHz - CPU
Current Temperatures: 46 °C - 52 °C - 73 °C

Asus RT-AC86U 386.1 - 25°C

Legend: 2.4 GHz - 5 GHz - CPU
Current Temperatures: 46 °C - 52 °C - 78 °C

Will let it run for a few hours, then back to 384.19

EDIT: Now up to 80 °C - what a bummer.

I believe I read over on the Asus Official forum area that Asus is aware of the AC86U increased CPU usage (and heating) and is working on the issue. For now just "fan" it. My CPU is at 68C with a cooling fan from Amazon.
Upgrade from 386.1 beta 5 and no apparent issues. I accidentally enabled Lets Encrypt with DDNS and even that worked!