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  1. Zai

    GT-AX11000 ISP DHCP WAN not working error

    Hi guys It appears I have some problems with my GT-AX11000 Every 8-10 days I have a crash of the DHCP Not working. I can log in to the router but there is no connection to my ISP. Reboot the modem does not fix it, disabling/enabling WAN doesnt work, but as soon as I restart it - it's starts...
    • Zai
    • Thread
    • gt-ax11000 merlin tech support
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Asuswrt-Merlin
  2. R

    Merlin VLAN Manager

    Merlin VLAN Manager – Simple and Powerful HTTP VLAN Management I am making a VLAN management add-on for Merlin routers that can be configured and operated entirely through a web interface. The project has now reached beta status, and I’m looking for users interested in testing it and providing...
  3. A

    Possible to disable constant DNS checks to dns.msftncsi.com?

    Basically title. Once upon a time you could just remove the settings in nvram and it would stop, but that doesn't seem to work anymore. dns_probe=0 dns_probe_content=* dns_probe_host= dns_probe_timeout=1 Nothing changes. My router is even in AP mode and this still happens. Over 40k+...
  4. Klonoa

    How to let certain HDDs sleep but keep Entware/Swap drive awake

    Hi all, I’m running an RT-AC86U with ASUSWRT and have a couple of USB HDDs connected. What I’d like to do is: Let most of the drives spin down / go to sleep when idle. Keep one specific drive always active, because it hosts Entware and also a Swap file. The problem: ASUSWRT’s built-in USB...
    • Klonoa
    • Thread
    • asus ac86u entware hdd merlin scripts swap
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Asuswrt-Merlin
  5. B

    SFP+ Port IPTV Support on RT-BE88U – Will it be integrated into Merlin?

    I recently noticed that with the latest official ASUS firmware for the RT-BE88U (version 3.0.0.6.102_38186, released on August 8, 2025), a new feature was introduced in the changelog: SFP+ Port IPTV Support – Added IPTV configuration support on the SFP+ port After installing this update, I can...
  6. G

    Multiple APs in untrusted environment

    I currently have a Merlin RT-AX86U providing a main network, guest network, and IoT network. There are services like a pihole, a webcam (babycam) DVR server, etc. running as docker containers on a server hardwired to the router, and I've set up a number of iptables and ebtables rules for setting...
  7. G

    VPN on Router Failing when Connecting to Disney Plus

    I have a dedicated IP with NordVPN and I have an .ovpn config on my RT-AX86U (running Merlin) to put all of my traffic over that VPN. Everything has been going great. However, just recently, I can no longer log into Disney+ on my network! I try to hit the login page, and it says Disney+ has...
    • georgev
    • Thread
    • disney disney+ merlin nord nord vpn nordvpn
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: VPN
  8. John DeLuca

    Lifx String lights not connecting to BE 98-Pro with Merlin

    Hello I am trying to use lifx string lights on my BE-98 Pro router with the latest version of Merlin but regardless of what I do it won’t connect. I tried using an old netgear router to initaly connect the lights and that worked but when I switch back to my main router they will not connect. I...
  9. B

    SFP ONT Stick - BE88U - IPTV

    I tried installing an SFP Stick ONT on my Asus BE88U router, but I ran into a major problem. My ISP is Movistar, and it offers tagged traffic in 3 VLANs. There's a profile already created in the Asus firmware that works perfectly. The problem arises when configuring the router with the SFP port...
  10. Klonoa

    Static ARP Binding Causes False Wired Connection Status in WebUI

    Hi everyone, I’ve encountered a strange issue after configuring static ARP binding on my device: The bound device is not actually connected — I’ve confirmed this via SSH (checking the connection list and DHCP leases). However, the WebUI briefly shows the device as “wired connected” even...
  11. U

    Need Help Setting Up 3 VLANs (Home, Guest, IoT) on ASUSWRT-Merlin (RT-AC86U)

    I'm trying to set up three isolated networks (VLANs) on an ASUS RT-AC86U running ASUSWRT-Merlin 386.10_0: br0 (Home) – default LAN br1 (Guest) – for guests, works fine br2 (IoT) – this one is problematic My goal: Each VLAN should have: A separate subnet and DHCP range Internet access...
  12. J

    Cannot open router ui when connected to router via vpn

    I have set up a vpn server on my asus RT-AX86U PRO using merlin 3006.102.4 using guides found here and at asus for the purpose of accessing the router UI from the intenet. I am able to connect to the router via the vpn server from the internet and I am able to ping the router, however when I...
    • joeejo
    • Thread
    • merlin vpn server webui not responding
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Asuswrt-Merlin
  13. J

    AC-86u vulnerability tracking post-EoL (asuswrt-merlin 386.14_2)

    Wondering if anyone is tracking (unpatched) critical vulnerabilities for End of Life (no longer supported) AC models running asuswrt-merlin FW-386.14_2 …? Thank you!!
    • JTnola
    • Thread
    • 386.14_2 ac86u cve end of life eol merlin vulnerabilities
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Asuswrt-Merlin
  14. P

    Anyone successfully using Parental Controls - Time Scheduling on an ASUS router right now?

    My stepson is a typical 14-year-old with no impulse control. My wife suspects he has been getting on his computers very late at night, disrupting his sleep schedule. Quick note about our WiFi setup: We have Verizon home internet and I am using an Asus RT-AC86U with Merlin 386.12_6 firmware as...
    • pcb
    • Thread
    • bugs merlin parental controls time scheduling
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: ASUS Wi-Fi
  15. spacemanspiff

    RT-AX86U running Merlin serving DNS - possible Malware infection

    I've just become aware that my Asus RT-AX86U which is running the latest Merlin firmware (3004.388.9) might be compromised. Potentially by TheMoon malware or Alogin. I was made aware that port 53 is open, however, I don't have any port forwards enabled for 53 so I can't see why it would be...
  16. K

    DNS Issue with Static IP

    I've got a Sonos Five speaker which seems to have a static IP address. Sonos support assure me this should not be static. I have not reserved this and can't seem to force a new IP for this device. I have tried to manually assign a new IP to this, but it will not work. There is an issue with...
  17. i0ntempest

    VLAN and SDN index/bridge index number questions - how are they decided?

    Hi, I have a BE88U with merlin 3006.102 and I have created a guest VLAN with DHCP. The system assigned it SDN index 5 (as I have `dnsmasq-5.conf`) and bridge device `br56`. I would like some clarifications on how these numbers are decided so I can write reliable scripts to operate on this...
  18. i0ntempest

    How to limit upload and download bandwidth of a ethernet port?

    I searched a bit and asked ChatGPT, it seems like I can limit egress (client upload) rate with `tc` command, but I cannot limit ingress (client download) without ifb, which isn't included in the firmware. Anyone can provide some pointers on how to achieve port based upload and download limits...
  19. Phillips39

    XT12, XT9, EBM68

    Hey, My current set up is 2x XT12 and 2x XT9 running in AiMesh. Main router is XT12. XT12's run latest @RMerlin firmware, the XT9's on the lates stock firmware as unfortunately no Merlin support. Everything has been rock solid and works well. My network has been expanding to the point at which...
  20. i0ntempest

    Execute script after DHCPv6 lease renewal?

    Is there a simple way to execute a script after odhcp6c client renews its lease? Reason I ask this is because I have a ULA range setup in my network and every time odhcp6c renews its lease my ULA prefix on br0 gets cleared. This renew does not appear to trigger any user scripts. I know that...
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