Configure the RT-AX86U 2.4G Wireless parameters to maximize range vs speed

[Logi]

I have some Ring cameras that are getting RSSI = -80dBm in the 2.4G Band, I am using the latest Merlin FW, I see a lot of parameters I can play with to configure the Wireless networks, what would be your recommendation to Maximize range, even if I have to sacrifice speed, thank you

 

[bbunge]

I have some Ring cameras that are getting RSSI = -80dBm in the 2.4G Band, I am using the latest Merlin FW, I see a lot of parameters I can play with to configure the Wireless networks, what would be your recommendation to Maximize range, even if I have to sacrifice speed, thank you

Go back to Asus firmware and use the WIFI defaults. Sounds nuts but I get my best performance with the defaults. Even use SmartConnect.

 

[Logi]

I like the Merlin firmware due to the added functionality, I haven’t modified any parameter, everything is default from the ASUS firmware inherited to the Merlin firmware

 

[degrub]

20 MHz band, maybe 20/40 for starters. Let the router select the channel based on its sampling. Or do a wireless survey to figure out one of the lesser used channels.
You may have to reposition the router/AP to get less interference. Or add an AP and reduce power to avoid overlap.

BTW, please don't post the same question in multiple subforums.

 

[Logi]

20 MHz band, maybe 20/40 for starters. Let the router select the channel based on its sampling. Or do a wireless survey to figure out one of the lesser used channels.
You may have to reposition the router/AP to get less interference. Or add an AP and reduce power to avoid overlap.

BTW, please don't post the same question in multiple subforums.

Sorry for the duplication, I was hesitant between this groups (AX routers) and the Merlin group

 

[degrub]

and while you are at it, unless you have devices that need them, turn off a, b,g protocols for the radios.

 

[Tech9]

I have some Ring cameras that are getting RSSI = -80dBm in the 2.4G Band

This is what the router is getting from the cameras. You need to move the router closer to the cameras or add a second AP. Playing with settings is unlikely to help.

 

[Logi]

and while you are at it, unless you have devices that need them, turn off a, b,g protocols for the radios.

Apologies for the basic question, where I do that? After a quick scan I didn’t find anything on the Wireless tab, neither the professional section

 

[Tech9]

You’re wasting your time @Logi, especially if you are on Asuswrt-Merlin 386.7 release. It has somewhat buggy Wi-Fi drivers from older Asuswrt base. Before you ask a question, read around the information already available. It will save you time and frustration.

 

[OzarkEdge]

Apologies for the basic question, where I do that? After a quick scan I didn’t find anything on the Wireless tab, neither the professional section

Using Smart Connect may force wireless mode Auto, so not much choice. See advice in post #7.

OE

 

[Logi]

You’re wasting your time @Logi, especially if you are on Asuswrt-Merlin 386.7 release. It has somewhat buggy Wi-Fi drivers from older Asuswrt base. Before you ask a question, read around the information already available. It will save you time and frustration.

Thank you very much, I reverted back to the latest Asus FW and I gained 6dB, it improved from -70 to -64

 

[Tech9]

RMerlin is working on merging updated drivers from Asus and Asuswrt-Merlin will be fixed soon, perhaps with 386.7_2 release. Have some patience and you can switch back to your favourite firmware. Or you can temporary use the previous 386.5_2 release.