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    Diversion Diversion - the Router Ad-Blocker

    That's very good reason to keep it. :)
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    Diversion Diversion - the Router Ad-Blocker

    Does Division offer more protection than apps like AdBlock Pro? I installed Division hoping it might have reduced the YouTube ads on my smartTV, but to no avail. But in all fairness the docs do say it doesn't stop YouTube ads. I guess I was just hoping Division might reduce them. What...
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    AC86U No Samba on W10 Machine

    I installed AndSMB (samba client) via the Playstore on an Android phone and it worked first time flawlessy. I just want to access a shared folder of the NAS connected to the AC86U from my daughter's laptop so she can save and open her homework. It worked fine on my AC87U, but since upgrading...
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    AC86U No Samba on W10 Machine

    I've double checked and SMB is enabled. I'm stumped. I've got all the workgroup names configured correctly, print and file sharing enabled, as well as Samba enabled with the relevant accounts and file permissions set on the router. I think a Windows update may have broken something as I've...
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    Sony Televisions Netflix & VPN's

    Thank you ;)
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    AC86U No Samba on W10 Machine

    I recently upgraded from an AC87U to an AC86U but I can no longer access to the router's external HHD and USB via Wifi Samba. LAN is fine, it just seems to be via Wifi. The Windows 10 laptop I previously was able to access the router's external storage can no longer see the router. I have SMB...
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    Sony Televisions Netflix & VPN's

    Netflix worked on every device except my Sony TV. Okay guys for whatever reason I now have Netflix 'working' on my Sony TV. I don't know how or when but it's now working. I did a few things to no avail, but when I tried Netflix again this morning it was working. I can only assum my VPN...
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    Sony Televisions Netflix & VPN's

    I recently purchased an RT-86U and subscribed to Netlix. Although all my tablets, PC's and mobile phones are able to stream Netflix with my OpenVPN enabled, my crappy Sony TV won't allow my to stream Netflix unless I disable OpenVPN. I'm like "WTF"? I know not to purchase Sony TV's but...
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    What's the Best Router for OpenVPN?

    For now I've ordered an AC86U to improve my OpenVPN speeds, as my AC87U is pathetic. I will then build a decent i5 router with dedicated Intel LAN. That way I'll be able to also run an NVR.
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    What's the Best Router for OpenVPN?

    Cheers I'll check it out. Having researched the mini PC builds a barebones Qotom seems to be favourite ATM, although their product range is vast and a little overwhelming, but I think the PSU, chassis, mobos, form factors and 4 LAN ports are pretty much the same. I think Qotom just off an...
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    What's the Best Router for OpenVPN?

    I was doing some research on Qotom mini PC's and it seems buying the barebones system is the way forward as the complete build's SSD, RAM & Wifi card is low spec. Ideally I'd like an integrated Wifi AP. I noticed Intel's Wifi cards are 867Mbps where Atheros' is 300Mbps. Although I'm not sure if...
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    What's the Best Router for OpenVPN?

    I'm currently looking into an all-in-one solution, but I can't seem to find a mini PC with both wifi and 4 LAN. I'm currently contemplating buying this https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01AFYDEL2/?tag=smallncom-21
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    What's the Best Router for OpenVPN?

    Forgive me for my ignorance, but will I also have to use my existing router in conjuction with the mini PC, or will getting a mini PC with WIFI eliminate the need for my existing router? In short, how will I be able to do away completely with my existing Asus router?
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    What's the Best Router for OpenVPN?

    I currently have an Asus AC87U router and it sucks when using OpenVPN. As I understand it it's because it only uses a single core and the router's broadcom CPU doesn't support AES NI. I've read that a Mini PC running an Intel CPU and PFSense will optically run OpenVPN with very minimal...
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    • mini pc. pos mini pc open vpn
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    • Forum: Routers
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    DDNS For CCTV

    I've just set up a DDNS using No-ip's service. That's obviously a pay service unless you keep renewing your DDNS every 30 days. My question is can I use Asus' DDNS for my CCTV? I have a AC87U router running Merlin's latest firmware.
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