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    OpenVPN question

    Another question, when accessing a public WIFI, should the OpenVPN program on the client device be opened before logging on to the WIFI, or after logging on? Or does it matter?
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    OpenVPN question

    I've got it available on my router. Can't see a benefit over OpenVPN. What I'm I missing?
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    OpenVPN question

    You are going to have to excuse me as I think my mind has gone on spring break! Yes, I have that option and have it set "internet and local network" option. Router is AC86U with latest firmware. I've always been adamant about not logging onto important personal websites requiring entering my...
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    OpenVPN question

    Sorry, I meant login to my "home network", NOT home computer. That's what I'm doing now. "Client will use VPN to access = Internet and local network".........are you saying this is a specific option in the router firmware? If so, not sure where it is.
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    OpenVPN question

    I'm using OpenVPN on my Asus router to remotely access my IP camera system. It's my understanding that I can also use the OpenVPN client program on my laptop to securely login to my home computer (host) and browse the internet safely while I'm on a public wireless network. Is this correct...
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    AC86U USB question

    Thank you. I had not found that info but I will read over it. All computers on the network are Win 10. I noticed the first benefit listed was "Toward USB Application, you can share files in the USB disk through the Internet." Could I structure this to only be able to access the files on my...
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    AC86U USB question

    I would like to create simple file sharing on my home network using the USB port of my AC86U. Looking at some of the online videos is kind of confusing. I just want to be able to access files stored on a USB flash drive from a couple of computers on my network. No need for remote access, and...
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    Manually assigned IP address

    Thanks for the replys. I have found something interesting on the AC86U that I did not know, but I'm a beginner at this so it may be old stuff. It does appear there are two methods of creating a static device IP address, and that was the reason for my OP. I found you can use MAC and Address...
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    Manually assigned IP address

    I'm also letting the DHCP assign IPs but I have limited the range of that pool, with the intent of establishing a smaller pool dedicated for static addresses. As I understand it, I can let the router assign an IP inside the DHCP range, then make that address static by turning on the MAC and IP...
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    Manually assigned IP address

    Asus AC86U: in configuring a static IP address for network devices I'm confused on using Manually Assigned IP's or MAC and IP Binding. I've searched and found a few articles, but I'm still in doubt as to which would be most effective. I have an IP camera NVR and a couple of other devices that...
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    RT-AC86U/68U question

    These kinds of comments make me feel secure in my decision. This forum is one of the reasons I went with Asus. It's great to have a source to go to when solving problems or trying new configurations. And yes, I will follow L&LD's config. I agree with the comments regarding product reviews...
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    RT-AC86U/68U question

    Thank you. I appreciate your, and others input on this. As I stated above, most of the cool features of the AC86U are not of use to me. However, one of the main reasons I need to upgrade from my perfectly good TP-Link router is security. I need frequent firmware upgrades and it's obvious...
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    RT-AC86U/68U question

    I have ordered an AC86U. After reading many posts, I still have concerns about the reliability of this router. Overall, are recently manufactured AC86's exhibiting better stability? I'm also wondering if many of the issues are heat related. I have kept my current modem and router well...
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    RT-AC86U/68U question

    The problem here is that I am so inexperienced at this that I'm not sure I recognize what that 5 years newer technology will mean to my needs. I was surprised that you stated the RT-AC66U_B1 offered similar or better performance to the AC68U, even if it is dual core. Also, it appears you are...
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    RT-AC86U/68U question

    Well, my current broadband plan gets me 3Mbps up and 26Mbps down so unless I'm missing something doesn't look like I need an insane speed router to keep up!
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