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    ASUS ZenWiFi AX6600 (XT8) hardware fail?

    Hi all, I recently got a XT8. When turning it on the led just turns white and keeps white. Nothing else happens, no wireless, no ethernet. No reset, hard-reset is possible and also no factory reset because the ethernet port is down. I decided to check the serial console of the router. Can...
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    ZenWiFi XD6 Guest Network on AiMesh nodes

    Hi, I'm interested in buying some XD6 mesh nodes to extend coverage (I have an RT-AX89X). However, I'm getting conflicting information on whether it supports the "Guest Network on AiMesh node". I have this setting on my AX89X. If someone could please confirm to me that this setting exists on...
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    Doubt with ZenWiFi XT12/ET12 (transformer noise)

    Hi, Does the transformer of the Zenwifi XT12/ET12 models make noise? Thanks
  4. kingdaveontour

    'Disable 11b' check box only disables 11b from one node - Asus ZenWifi Pro XT12

    ANy help appreciated. When i tick 'Disable 11b'in Wireless Mode, InSSIDer shows that i have a config mismatch and indicates that one node is broadcasting on b/g/n/ac/ax and the other is g/n/ac/ax?
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    Unable to connect at 802.11ax or ac to AiMesh node, only 802.11n

    I have a frustrating situation where I've tried many things, but I'm still unable to connect my AX200 wireless adapter using 802.11ax to an AiMesh node. The adapter only connects at 802.11n, but not at ac or ax. It is capable of and should connect at 2.4Gbs to my ZenWifi XD6 using 802.11ax...
  6. SandboxHaze

    Release Asus ZenWiFi CT8 - New Firmware: 3.0.0.4.386.45934

    ASUS ZenWiFi CT8 Firmware version 3.0.0.4.386.45934 1. AiMesh 2.0 - System optimization: one click in AiMesh to optimize the topology - System Ethernet backhaul mode, all nodes will only connect by ethernet, all bands will be released for wireless clients. - System factory default and reboot. -...
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    Stranger things on Asus Zenwifi XD4

    Hello everyone, I have a couple of questions about the Asus Zenwifi XD4. I use it as an AP with ethernet backhaul, and I'm quite happy with it. Let's see if you can help me a little: 1 .- I see hidden SSID's, which I understand there should not be since I use backhaul with ethernet. is this...
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    How to FORCE ZenWiFi AX (XT8) to use dedicated 5ghz-2 band vs normal 5ghz one?

    Hello all, I have the ASUS ZenWifi AX - XT8 as a replacement for an Orbi RBK50 system. I have a 2900 SQFT 2-story home, and usually have both routers upstairs, and a receiver downstairs in my home theater area. I would have the Master router in my upstairs office, and the slave device 15...
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    Recommended router for AiMesh and VPN?

    Moving into a new home and planning out the network. I have wired ethernet to 3 floors from the basement utility room in one corner. I want to use AiMesh to coordinate the wireless across the house. What is the best Asus router to put in the basement and connect in 2-3 wireless APs? I want...
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    Asus ZenWifi AX - no internet

    When setting up my new Asus ZenWiFi AX, I get the message "Your ISP's DHCP does not function correctly". I use the exact same settings as on my present router, an Asus RT-AC68u which connects to the internet without problem. I have updated the router firmware to the latest version, tried the...
  11. Jayce Ooi

    [Review] Asus ZenWiFi AX

    Author's Note: The original review can be found at my blog - Asus ZenWiFi AX Review @ JayceOoi.com. 500 Mbps wireless performance for the whole double storey semi-D house. Yes, this is what Asus ZenWiFi AX (XT8) can do. A pair of AX6600 WiFi 6 routers with tri-band support. And it is powered by...
  12. Jayce Ooi

    [Review] Asus ZenWiFi AX Mini

    Author's Note: The original review can be found at my blog - Asus ZenWiFi AX Mini Review @ JayceOoi.com. Hello everyone, meet my very first mesh WiFi system from Asus. ZenWiFi AX Mini (XD4) is powered by a quad-core processor. AX1800 dual-band with MU-MIMO support. WPA3 encryption with...
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    Help : Asus ZenWifi XT8 not working in Access Point

    I think I have found a clear bug in the latest ASUS firmware for the XT8 : I have reproduced 3 times the same issue. I set up the Router normally and everything works perfectly well (98Mbps download speed in 2.4Ghz, north of 600Mbps download speed in 5Ghz). HOWEVER, as soon as I change the...
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    Asus Zenwifi XT8 5GHz-2 Band DFS Channel Backhaul Behavior

    I have the 2-pk XT8 Mesh system. The 2 routers are connected through the 5GHz-2 band as dedicated wireless backhaul. The channel used is DFS channel. Now, if a DFS/Radar event happens and the channel can't be used, what is the behavior of the system, specifically the AiMesh satellite node? I am...
  15. JChris

    2x ZenWifi XT8 connected directly to ISP Router, best way to make it work?

    I have a Gigabit (1000 down / 200 up) FTTH from my ISP. The fiber gets inside my house and goes into the router (actually, it is a combo of router + ONT + wireless router + 4-port switch + RF TV converter). It is possible to setup the router in bridge mode, if necessary. The ISP Router is...
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    Random crashes ASUS ZenWiFi AX (XT8) & NTP/logging weirdness

    Hi, We recently decide to switch our older Asus routers for a fancy AI mesh system with two nodes. We have had nothing but trouble since, bad connections and crashes, devices (wifi AND wired) dropping of the net. When I say drop of the net, I don't just mean of the internet, but they...
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    Unable to change channel on my ZenWifi AC CT8

    Hi! I am in need of changing channel on my wifi, both 2.4Ghz and 5 Ghz could benefit from not being on the same channel as my neighbours. Though I can't find where to change channel on this router, i can find it on my old router (rt-ac56u). There is a "controll channel" under general wifi...
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    Asus AX Mesh Zenwifi Query

    Hi, i purchased a few AX6600 mesh WiFi’s and had a couple of questions cause I’m setting it up in a large space with thick Walls. 1) how many nodes can I connect to one WiFi network or router. I have already connected 3 and need more to fill the full space. 2) I have multiple access point...
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    AdGuard Home on the router itself - Manual Install

    Not to be confused with the "Fully Automated" script post, this is my go that I started working on last night before I found that posting. I'm doing this on an ARM-based Zenwifi 6600 / XT8, which I guess isn't supported by Merlin firmware yet... If you're on a MIPS-based machine you'll need...
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    RT-AX88U Router + ZenWifi XT8 Nodes?

    I already own an RT-AX88U, and use it as the only router in my network. I would like to expand the network and add some wireless nodes using AiMesh. In particular, I'm thinking about a pair of the new ZenWifi XT8 to add as the nodes. Would continuing to use the RT-AX88U as the main ROUTER...
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