Which supported router to buy with integrated modem?

[damar]

Hello,
I own a RT-AC56U and wanted to try Asuswrt-Merlin but I saw support has been discontinued (last update available dated 2018-07-25). Is there a supported model that has an integrated ADSL/VDSL modem like the AC56U and isn't too expensive?
Thanks

 

[Treadler]

Hello,
I own a RT-AC56U and wanted to try Asuswrt-Merlin but I saw support has been discontinued (last update available dated 2018-07-25). Is there a supported model that has an integrated ADSL/VDSL modem like the AC56U and isn't too expensive?
Thanks

Just these. (Scroll down if necessary).
https://www.asuswrt-merlin.net/about

 

[Zonkd]

Hello,
I own a RT-AC56U and wanted to try Asuswrt-Merlin but I saw support has been discontinued (last update available dated 2018-07-25). Is there a supported model that has an integrated ADSL/VDSL modem like the AC56U and isn't too expensive?
Thanks

The chipset in your ISP provisioned modem/router will be the most guaranteed compatible/optimised for the ISPs network. Using a third party or unsupported modem can cause compatibility issues or degraded performance. I have tested and seen this before. So I wholly recommend using your ISP provisioned modem/router in bridge mode (disables routing functionality) with an ASUS RT model behind it to handle switch and routing. It’s quite easy to set up.

It’s really not worth buying a modem integrated ASUS router. Choose a normal router model that is listed as being officially fully supported by Merlin.

 

[Treadler]

Hello,
I own a RT-AC56U and wanted to try Asuswrt-Merlin but I saw support has been discontinued (last update available dated 2018-07-25). Is there a supported model that has an integrated ADSL/VDSL modem like the AC56U and isn't too expensive?
Thanks

PS. welcome to the forum.

 

[AndreiV]

Is there a supported model that has an integrated ADSL/VDSL modem like the AC56U and isn't too expensive?
Thanks

Merlin does not support any combined modem router , only RT model cable routers.

 

[elbubi]

Merlin does not support any combined modem router , only RT model cable routers.

Correct!

So I wholly recommend using your ISP provisioned modem/router in bridge mode (disables routing functionality) with an ASUS RT model behind it to handle switch and routings.

Agree!

BUT...
If you still want an Asus modem/router combo, you can check this fork for DSL-AC68U
https://www.snbforums.com/threads/dsl-ac68u-asuswrt-merlin-builds-for-dsl-routers.55985/

Regards!

 

[Zonkd]

Correct!

Agree!

BUT...
If you still want an Asus modem/router combo, you can check this fork for DSL-AC68U
https://www.snbforums.com/threads/dsl-ac68u-asuswrt-merlin-builds-for-dsl-routers.55985/

Regards!

definitely a place in the world for that fork to cover all the people who already bought the modem integrated model or are just too tempted to buy an all-in-one device.

 

[damar]

I wholly recommend using your ISP provisioned modem/router in bridge mode (disables routing functionality) with an ASUS RT model behind it to handle switch and routing.

Actually I'm not using the modem provided by my ISP (Home&Life Zyxel 8825).

 

[bbunge]

As recommended, bridge the Zyxel https://support.zyxel.eu/hc/en-us/articles/360001482220-Setting-the-VMG-as-Modem-Bridge-Mode-
Then you can use any router you can afford!

 

[Zonkd]

Actually I'm not using the modem provided by my ISP (Home&Life Zyxel 8825).

Why? Friendly question no criticism of what you choose to do.

 

[damar]

Why? Friendly question no criticism of what you choose to do.

Rent fees + locked firmware updates with the one they provide. I've always used my own router with all ISPs and never had a problem.

 

[Mutzli]

For me a separate router and modem seems just much better. If you have any issues it's much easier to diagnose it with two separate devices and if there is a technology change you can swap out either unit independently. To avoid rental fees I bought an Arris CM8200 DOCSIS 3.1 modem for $90 from ebay here and use an Asus RT-AX88U router.

 

[QuikSilver]

For me a separate router and modem seems just much better. If you have any issues it's much easier to diagnose it with two separate devices and if there is a technology change you can swap out either unit independently. To avoid rental fees I bought an Arris CM8200 DOCSIS 3.1 modem for $90 from ebay here and use an Asus RT-AX88U router.

I agree with @Mutzli , I have two units at two different locations. One behind a bridged DSL unit (ISP provided) and another behind a cable modem (own not rented).

 

[New2This]

Own my modem, Im not giving them rental fees.... I can take it with me, if I want to leave for another company. Running a TC4400 paired up with AX88U

I want to be in control- not my ISP