Asuswrt-Merlin on ZenWiFi Pro ET12

[lainbutcher]

Hello, there is a need to buy ZenWiFi Pro ET12 or XT12. I don't use stock firmware from Asus, only from Merlin. I didn't find any firmware from Merlin on ZenWiFi Pro ET12, please tell me if Asuswrt-Merlin firmware is planned for ZenWiFi Pro ET12 or should I buy XT12?

 

[PartisanEntity]

If you look at the Asuswrt-Merlin website you will see XT12 listed as supported with Stable version 388.1

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[lainbutcher]

If you look at the Asuswrt-Merlin website you will see XT12 listed as supported with Stable version 388.1

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XT12 Yes! but need firmware for ET12. Maby later Merlin do it.

 

[bennor]

but need firmware for ET12.

[FAQ] READ ME FIRST before posting a question

Q: Will you add support for model XYZ?
A: The decision whether or not to support a new model depend on a long list of factors, which may evolve over time. Right now:

- It needs to be Broadcom-based
- It needs to be widely available (not just in two or three countries)
- It needs to have high-end hardware so I don't have to fight with lack of flash or RAM
- It needs to receive frequent enough GPLs so I won't have to regularly skip it due to the GPL being outdated
- I need to have one
- I need to have the time to try supporting it
- I need to have the motivation to try supporting it

Each new model requires its own dedicated support. That means every time I work on a new firmware release, I have to work on each separate model, and I need GPL releases from Asus for each individual model, and I need to merge each of them separately. So that means if I support 10 different routers, then I need to merge in the content of 10 different GPL releases, and these need to be close enough to one another to still be compatible. The more models I support, the harder this is to accomplish, therefore I am VERY conservative regarding adding any new model.

So don't ask if/when a new model will be supported. I cannot speculate about future model support, and until I have working support for a model, I cannot answer that question.

https://github.com/RMerl/asuswrt-merlin.ng/wiki/FAQ

Q: Will you support router "RT-xXX" from Asus?
A: Most likely not. Without having an actual router to test with, building a firmware that people would flash without me having at least confirmed it can be flashed at all would be far too risky.

 

[harshalnp]

It seems there are some AXE-11000 firmware available on merlin website, but I'm not sure how to figure out the model number of my Asus ET12 Pro. I'm assuming it is AXE11000_Pro. any idea how do i confirm it?

 

[L&LD]

Welcome to the forums @harshalnp.

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Those are model numbers, not router specs. Your model is not currently supported.

 

[harshalnp]

thank you. Got it. I checked again and this is the router I purchased https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B09VCLFMJW/?tag=smallncom-21 so it says Asus ET12 AXE11000. Not "Pro". My bad.

 

[Tech9]

Not "Pro". My bad.

This is the full model name of the product:

ASUS ZenWiFi Pro ET12｜Whole Home Mesh WiFi System｜ASUS Canada

ZenWiFi Systems blanket your home with WiFi, for seamless roaming with no dead zones. They only take a few steps to set up, and offer easy, hassle-free management. Their modern design blends with any style of home.

www.asus.com

 

[jdevrie]

Here another ET12 user that would like a merlin version for his router . No need for USB support here. I have a Synology DS1522+ for those kind of services.

 

[L&LD]

[FAQ] READ ME FIRST before posting a question

Model support Q: Will you support the RT-xxxxxx that was just announced? A: See detailed answer in post #3. Q: Will you support router XYZ from this non-Asus manufacturer? A: No. Asuswrt-Merlin only targets Asus-supported models, due to both technical and legal reasons. Q: I'm having...

www.snbforums.com

 

[jerry6]

Merrlin works well on my AXE1100 so far no trouble been super stable , All the model numbers are confusing at times , several models with different names but the same hardware , have made the mistske of downloading the wrong FW a few times

 

[harshalnp]

Merrlin works well on my AXE1100 so far no trouble been super stable , All the model numbers are confusing at times , several models with different names but the same hardware , have made the mistske of downloading the wrong FW a few times

thanks for the update! i'm on the asus OS so far and haven't faced any issues so sticking to it. thanks to your note, I know i can come and get merlin fw when something goes wrong or I want more capability.