ASUS RTAC86U

[Benski]

Im Running an ASUS RT-AC86U on Merlin for some years nowThe only other thing I just thaught of is, I have everthing running through a managed switch. So Router WAN is directly conected to NBN modem via dedicated data point in my office, then 1 ethernet from ASUS Router to the switch in my office. Then the switch has Ethernet cables to all datapoints in the house. This set up was working fine untill Firmware update I noticed Firmware was out of date and updated it. Now my WAN LED solid RED after Latest Firmware update

Afer trying every fix on internet for hrs, I decided to install Original ASUS firmware... exact same issue, tried all the fixes. No joy! TPG say there is no connection to their server.... and are investigating.... Im On HFC connection to NBN ( small black box )

Tpg said all the settings on my ASUS were correct in regardrs to their limited knowledge.

All lights are solid on NBN modem and have been the whole time. TPG help desk have run through all settings and checked outages and no issuse there, I have checked and tried new cables no change. I have done more power cycles and factory resets than I can count.

The only other thing I just thaught of is, I have everthing running through a managed switch. So Router WAN is directly conected to NBN modem via dedicated data point in my office, then 1 ethernet from ASUS Router to the switch in my office. Then the switch has Ethernet cables to all datapoints in the house. This set up was working fine untill Firmware update.

I am now using my original TP link modem with no issue... I know there are other threads with this issue but cant seem to find a fix! PLEASE HELP!

 

[Tech9]

What is Ethernet Ports showing in Status?

 

[Benski]

What is Ethernet Ports showing in Status?

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Hi Tech 9 thanks for your reply, I have to plug every thing back in tonight and have a look but from memory it was same as above. My ISP was saying that the issue was there was no coonection between my router and their server. So I can see where you are coming from. Ill double check again tonight.

 

[Tech9]

So I can see where you are coming from.

I'm coming from AC86U routers with dead WAN port. Upgrading the firmware is just a coincidence. You have to confirm if the WAN port is working. If it isn't, use Dual WAN function and assign a LAN port to act as primary WAN. This way you can continue using the router until replaced with something else. AC86U has lots of hardware and software defects reported over the years. It's the most unreliable Asus router. Better think about replacing it sooner.

Want to add new RT-AC86U to existing network as AIMesh node

I have a working RT-AC86U router and want to add a NIB 86U as an AIMesh node, but am a bit confused as to how to start, since I know the first thing I need to do is to get the new router firmware to update. Do I have to disconnect my Primary router and plug the new one's WAN port to my ISP...

www.snbforums.com

 

[Benski]

I'm coming from AC86U routers with dead WAN port. Upgrading the firmware is just a coincidence. You have to confirm if the WAN port is working. If it isn't, use Dual WAN function and assign a LAN port to act as primary WAN. This way you can continue using the router until replaced with something else. AC86U has lots of hardware and software defects reported over the years. It's the most unreliable Asus router. Better think about replacing it sooner.

Want to add new RT-AC86U to existing network as AIMesh node

I have a working RT-AC86U router and want to add a NIB 86U as an AIMesh node, but am a bit confused as to how to start, since I know the first thing I need to do is to get the new router firmware to update. Do I have to disconnect my Primary router and plug the new one's WAN port to my ISP...

www.snbforums.com

Thats dissapointing to hear! When I initially did the research I heatd it was god. That said it was 3 years ago, I believe I also have a " grey ware" unit as it has it dosnt have the ASUS sticker with the SN number on it! So who knows what the internals are lol! Any way, I truly appreceate your help. Ill post my findings tonight and see how we go.

 

[follower]

Im Running an ASUS RT-AC86U on Merlin for some years nowThe only other thing I just thaught of is, I have everthing running through a managed switch. So Router WAN is directly conected to NBN modem via dedicated data point in my office, then 1 ethernet from ASUS Router to the switch in my office. Then the switch has Ethernet cables to all datapoints in the house. This set up was working fine untill Firmware update I noticed Firmware was out of date and updated it. Now my WAN LED solid RED after Latest Firmware update

Afer trying every fix on internet for hrs, I decided to install Original ASUS firmware... exact same issue, tried all the fixes. No joy! TPG say there is no connection to their server.... and are investigating.... Im On HFC connection to NBN ( small black box )

Tpg said all the settings on my ASUS were correct in regardrs to their limited knowledge.

All lights are solid on NBN modem and have been the whole time. TPG help desk have run through all settings and checked outages and no issuse there, I have checked and tried new cables no change. I have done more power cycles and factory resets than I can count.

The only other thing I just thaught of is, I have everthing running through a managed switch. So Router WAN is directly conected to NBN modem via dedicated data point in my office, then 1 ethernet from ASUS Router to the switch in my office. Then the switch has Ethernet cables to all datapoints in the house. This set up was working fine untill Firmware update.

I am now using my original TP link modem with no issue... I know there are other threads with this issue but cant seem to find a fix! PLEASE HELP!

Turn off QoS. And test it again.

 

[Tech9]

That said it was 3 years ago

Three years ago no one knew it has so many flaws.

Turn off QoS.

Unrelated. @Benski has no WAN connection to begin with.

 

[Benski]

What is Ethernet Ports showing in Status?

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No connection issue....

 

[Benski]

No connection issue....

I'm coming from AC86U routers with dead WAN port. Upgrading the firmware is just a coincidence. You have to confirm if the WAN port is working. If it isn't, use Dual WAN function and assign a LAN port to act as primary WAN. This way you can continue using the router until replaced with something else. AC86U has lots of hardware and software defects reported over the years. It's the most unreliable Asus router. Better think about replacing it sooner.

Want to add new RT-AC86U to existing network as AIMesh node

I have a working RT-AC86U router and want to add a NIB 86U as an AIMesh node, but am a bit confused as to how to start, since I know the first thing I need to do is to get the new router firmware to update. Do I have to disconnect my Primary router and plug the new one's WAN port to my ISP...

www.snbforums.com

 

[Benski]

No connection issue....

WAN 1Gbps
Lan 100mbps

 

[Benski]

Which is wei

WAN 1Gbps
Lan 100 Mbps

Which is weird as I have gigabit lan ports on router running through gigabit switch

 

[Benski]

Im Running an ASUS RT-AC86U on Merlin for some years nowThe only other thing I just thaught of is, I have everthing running through a managed switch. So Router WAN is directly conected to NBN modem via dedicated data point in my office, then 1 ethernet from ASUS Router to the switch in my office. Then the switch has Ethernet cables to all datapoints in the house. This set up was working fine untill Firmware update I noticed Firmware was out of date and updated it. Now my WAN LED solid RED after Latest Firmware update

Afer trying every fix on internet for hrs, I decided to install Original ASUS firmware... exact same issue, tried all the fixes. No joy! TPG say there is no connection to their server.... and are investigating.... Im On HFC connection to NBN ( small black box )

Tpg said all the settings on my ASUS were correct in regardrs to their limited knowledge.

All lights are solid on NBN modem and have been the whole time. TPG help desk have run through all settings and checked outages and no issuse there, I have checked and tried new cables no change. I have done more power cycles and factory resets than I can count.

The only other thing I just thaught of is, I have everthing running through a managed switch. So Router WAN is directly conected to NBN modem via dedicated data point in my office, then 1 ethernet from ASUS Router to the switch in my office. Then the switch has Ethernet cables to all datapoints in the house. This set up was working fine untill Firmware update.

I am now using my original TP link modem with no issue... I know there are other threads with this issue but cant seem to find a fix! PLEASE HELP!

FIXED!!! SO SIMPLE!!
ONCE U HAVE SET UP GO TO
LAN
IPTV
SELECT UR ISP UNDER ISP PROFILE OR GO TO MANUAL THEN ENTER UR ISP'S VLAN SETTING!!! BOOM!!!

 

[Tech9]

Well... don't forget to configure your WAN/ISP next time.