What?Asus say not new firmware for DSL-AC88U
That's not unusual. No manufacturer would "plan" a firmware update unless they were adding new features. That doesn't necessarily mean they won't release updates to fix bugs. The current firmware was only released 26 days ago.no plan for update firmware of dsl-ac88u
Sorry, my mistake. I misread 2018 for 2019. (I still haven't adjusted to the year being 2020 yet. )https://www.asus.com/it/Networking/DSL-AC88U/HelpDesk_BIOS/ release date 14/12/2018 and no new firmware, no bug fix, no security, nothing
and other is feature missing, for example wpa3
Technically, WPA2 and WPA3 are hardware certifications that device manufacturers must apply for. A device manufacturer must fully implement the required security features before being able to market their device as “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ WPA2™” or “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ WPA3™”.
https://www.asus.com/it/Networking/DSL-AC88U/HelpDesk_BIOS/ release date 14/12/2018 and no new firmware, no bug fix, no security, nothing
I had an Optus branded netgear modem for ooh I want to say. 15 or 16 years and it never battered an eyelid. I'd still be using it if it wasn't for the NBN routers, they do so much so simplyThis would be consistent with my feeling that gateway devices that include modem functions tend to be less mainstream and enjoy less love and support and a shorter usable life overall. I've used the same cable modem while updating the router from N66U to AC68U to AC86U, and could even make it to an AX router now that I have an AX-enabled PC arriving soon.
Still, your gateway hasn't "died"... you can still use it.
OE
Welcome To SNBForums
SNBForums is a community for anyone who wants to learn about or discuss the latest in wireless routers, network storage and the ins and outs of building and maintaining a small network.
If you'd like to post a question, simply register and have at it!
While you're at it, please check out SmallNetBuilder for product reviews and our famous Router Charts, Ranker and plenty more!