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  1. G

    Can't Access CFE to Erase NVRAM After Failed Upgrade

    So, my Asus RT-AC88U was acting up after internet outages so I thought maybe a firmware upgrade was advised, it failed. I tried putting it in rescue mode but it never worked, and I tried erasing the NVRAM via the WPS button which also didn't do anything. I learned I could hook up my RPi to...
  2. M

    Does the reboot function reboot all Mesh routers?

    Does anyone know if configuring the automatic reboot e.g. on RT-AC88U also result in the Mesh nodes getting rebooted?
  3. R

    RT-AC88U issue after upgrade

    today i have update firmware of my RT-AC88U router to latest Version 3.0.0.4.385.20457. Process went ok, but after reboot im no longer able to access router via www on Ethernet or either via wifi and app. Before upgrade both methods were working fine. Rebooted multiple times without any luck...
  4. R

    RT-AC88U Won't install latest Merlin firmware

    This is what I receive when I try to install the latest version. Invalid Firmware Upload To comply with regulatory amendments, we have modified our certification rule to ensure better firmware quality. This version is not compatible with all previously released ASUS firmware and uncertified...
  5. N

    ASUS RT-AC88U Disconnection problems.

    Hi, Since the new year, I have been having troubles with my RT-AC88U. The problem is that randomly (at least no pattern I've noticed) all devices in the house will lose connection. Wired and Wireless for anywhere between 5secs to 5mins. The internet still remains connected however nothing loads...
  6. B

    code country RT-AC88U

    Hi. On my router ASUS RT-AC88U the country code is EO. The router works stably. However, it shows that there is a new firmware. If I update the firmware, which region will be flashed?
  7. ChadRex

    RT-AC88U Asuswrt-Merlin cannot reach update server

    I logged into my router via desktop for the first time since August 2019. ( Usually manage my router through android App) I notice I did not see the update notification. from Asuswrt-Merlin software for my RT-AC88U running Asus WRT-Merlin I log into my router via desktop and select Check...
  8. V

    Stuck downloading Astrill : (TelNet) (RT-AC88U) Could not open connection to the host, on port 23

    Hi all, It's been quite a stressful last few hours for me. I'm an expat living in China with little knowledge about routers. Anyway, I got myself an RT-AC88U some time ago and I've been trying to add my Astrill VPN service to it. In order to download Astrill on the latest version of Merlin...
  9. A

    Extremely slow PPTP download rate

    Heya, I've been banging my head against every wall to realize what is wrong but I couldn't solve it so I made an account here to see if I can get any expert help. Here's my issue: I have an ASUS RT-AC88U router running the latest merlin firmware and my own pptp vpn running on it off of a Centos...
  10. astronaute

    Invalid Firmware Upload (RT-AC88U)

    Hi everyone, I tried latest Firefox, Chrome and Edge, with and without private mode, with and without all addons from Windows 10, and even tried from my Android phone and still getting exact same message while trying to flash with RT-AX88U_384.13_0_cferom_ubi.w: The checksum is OK. I don't...
  11. Norbert Preining

    [solved] RT-AC88U, upload hell fast, download crawling

    Dear all, I am running the Asuswrt Merlin 384.13 on my RT-AC88U, which I installed today as replacement for a broken NetGear R7000. My provider does not ask for anything (user/pass etc) and setup was dead easy. Unfortunately, the connection speeds (as measured with rsync/scp as well as...
  12. Gregory Phillips

    RT-AC88U issue; I can put it into recovery mode but I cannot access it

    Gentlemen I am here to consult with your wisdom on this matter. We had a severe thunderstorm earlier, everything is on a surge protector and apc with AVR, however, a lightning strike close to the house caused a massive surge that tripped all of our apc's while making the lights flicker. While...
  13. M

    RT-AC88U nvram default config

    Hi,guys. My RT-AC88U router is bricked. I can’t enter Rescue mode, no ping reply. I connected to my router with serial cable and erased nvram. Could you give me nvram default settings of RT-AC88U? Thanks in advance.
  14. G

    How to turn off AP Isolation while in bridge/repeater mode on RT-AC88U

    I have a RT-AC88U and RT-AC68U that are in bridge/repeater mode connected to a linksys router. I have security cameras and my phone connected to the bridge on 2G and I can see they are connected and operating as expected, but I am unable to ping them. I am assuming the AP Isolation is on, but...
  15. k13p

    2xAsus RT-AC88U AiMesh DualWAN setup troubleshooting

    Hi all, I have two RT-AC88U routers combined into AiMesh network: Firmware Version: 3.0.0.4.384_45713 (afaik latest) Router 1 is configured as AiMesh master. Router 2 is configured as AiMesh node. ISP1 -- (Ethernet cable) -- Router 1 WAN Port ISP2 -- (not connected yet – waiting for ISP to...
  16. Karajorma

    Weird issue when using VPN on the network.

    I have a Asus RT-AC88U as my router connected to a China Telecom Huawei Echolife HG8120C cable modem. The majority of the time my setup seems to work well but I have had intermittant problems when watching videos over a SAMBA connection to other devices on the network where the video will pause...
  17. C

    RT-AC88U - Stealth Mode turn off bug/proble

    Hi I successfully turn on Stealth Mode in my asus router. Unfortunately I am not able to disable it. When I turn off stealth mode it works but after router restart, Leds are off . Can you please check this/ help with this problem
  18. Radu

    RT-AC88U AC3100 Connect to internet via WIFI in Router Mode

    Hello everyone. I just bought a RT-AC88U AC3100 router and I have a crazy setup in my home. For various reasons which are not important my main ISP ethernet cable is on the hallway and I can't extend or move it. There I have the ISP provided router that gives me WIFI. Now my question is can I...
  19. F

    RT-AC88U No Modem Connection

    This is copied from the Reddit post I made earlier. I have rebooted and unplugged/replugged the modem and router. I have swapped ethernet cables, and that's not the issue. I factory reset my router. I downloaded the latest firmware from Asuswrt Merlin. Nothing's working. My router keeps saying...
  20. Fissurez

    Recommendation for a router to deal with bufferbloat (ac88u and ax88u)

    Hi there, i'm looking to replace an old apple router i have, and have been looking at the asus rt-ac88u. however, i'm also aware that asus has just released the rt-ax88u and have also been looking at that. currently i have a BT homehub connected to an apple airport extreme, there's very little...
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