Does Asuswrt support the EBG15

[danno]

Best I can tell the EBG15 is using some wireless router firmware since it is a wired router but still has some code that supports wireless.
So does Asuswrt have a level / version for this router?

 

[ColinTaylor]

I think you mean "Does asuswrt-merlin support the EBG15?". The answer is "no".

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[Tech9]

wired router but still has some code that supports wireless

Because it's made to support AiMesh and you have to be able to configure the Nodes. Fun fact this Router can be configured in AP Mode which without WLAN turns it into a regular Switch.

 

[bennor]

Does Asuswrt support the EBG15

No. In addition to what has already been posted in response above. One can check the list of supported routers at the Asus-Merlin website:

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And:

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www.asuswrt-merlin.net

And to address the inevitable next question of why isn't it supported, or when will it be supported. See the pinned subforum topic [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- It needs to receive frequent enough GPLs so I won't have to regularly skip it due to the GPL being outdated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.

 

[danno]

I apologize. I read the list of supported devices and knew it was not supported. I should have said that at the outset.

I was hoping someone knew what router was used at the base for the EBG's firmware. Perhaps applying that router's merlin firmware might be an option.

It either goes back to Amazon or down the trash chute from the 10th floor making a bunch of racket. I like the latter.

 

[ColinTaylor]

Perhaps applying that router's merlin firmware might be an option.

No that won't work.

 

[Tech9]

I was hoping someone knew what router was used at the base for the EBG's firmware.

It's a new product using quite old BCM4906 dual-core ARMv8 CPU from around 2016. The first AIO ASUS router using this CPU was RT-AC86U released in 2017. I guess, the main goal was keeping the product price point low by using some old stock lower priced components. It's weird because the only AP available for it is EBA63, it requires PoE, EBG15 doesn't have PoE and there is no PoE adapters offered in ExpertWiFi line of products. So who is this product for even ASUS can't really tell.

 

[bennor]

Perhaps applying that router's merlin firmware might be an option.

Generally no. Typically there is a firmware check when flashing the firmware to prevent the wrong or incorrect model firmware from being installed.

 

[danno]

It's a new product using quite old BCM4906 dual-core ARMv8 CPU from around 2016. The first AIO ASUS router using this CPU was RT-AC86U released in 2017. I guess, the main goal was keeping the product price point low by using some old stock lower priced components. It's weird because the only AP available for it is EBA63, it requires PoE, EBG15 doesn't have PoE and there is no PoE adapters offered in ExpertWiFi line of products. So who is this product for even ASUS can't really tell.

Well it would have been for me if it all worked But I get the drift of your append. This all adds up to me not expecting them to ship a fix for what would seem to be somewhat obvious omission.

 

[Tech9]

I wanted to get one EBG15 and see what it is, but back then noticed firmware update gaps of 6+ months and decided to save the $100. If you ask me - a drop from the 10th floor will be more satisfying.

 

[danno]

I wanted to get one EBG15 and see what it is, but back then noticed firmware update gaps of 6+ months and decided to save the $100. If you ask me - a drop from the 10th floor will be more satisfying.

I may attempt to stick it to Amazon with a return as I am still in the window but I need the VPN until I can replace it.

 

[Viktor Jaep]

I wanted to get one EBG15 and see what it is, but back then noticed firmware update gaps of 6+ months and decided to save the $100. If you ask me - a drop from the 10th floor will be more satisfying.

This might be the first router we've come across that's actually not RTRHTR v1.5 compatible. What a shame!

 

[Tech9]

not RTRHTR v1.5 compatible

You are forgetting about our combined talent. What you can't solve temporary in your software approach I can solve instantly in my hardware approach. I believe 120V on the power plug will make it RTRHTR (any version) compatible instantly and with audio-visual proof. And this won't prevent @danno airworthiness test from the 10th floor. A win for the entire team!

 

[degrub]

Yeah, but if the caps are not solid state - oh the smell of dielectric fluid popcorn in the apartment