Merlin firmware RT-AX5400

[MichiMess]

Hi, is there already a Merlin firmare for the RT-AX5400?

This router:

RT-AX5400｜WiFi Routers｜ASUS Global

Discover RT-AX5400's cutting-edge features like ultrafast WiFi 6, AiProtection Pro, VPN Fusion, & seamless AiMesh compatibility for top-tier tech enthusiasts.

www.asus.com

Thanks!

 

[RMerlin]

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[MichiMess]

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Yes, thanks, but maybe someone figured out that a firmware from someone else also works on this. For example, the TUF-RT-AX5400

 

[bennor]

Hi, is there already a Merlin firmare for the RT-AX5400?

[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- It needs to receive frequent enough GPLs so I won't have to regularly skip it due to the GPL being outdated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.

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FAQ

Third party firmware for Asus routers (newer codebase) - RMerl/asuswrt-merlin.ng

github.com

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.

Edit to add: And this recent discussion:

TUF AX5400 vs RT-AX5400 - Merlin firmware

I see that GNUton firmware already supports the TUF-AX5400 and RT-AX82U V1 routers, which are two very similar routers (except for number of antennas). Recently, Asus released again another version of this router (RT-AX5400, H/W Ver. B1), which seems to be the same hardware as these two (soc...

www.snbforums.com

 

[ducky124]

Yes, thanks, but maybe someone figured out that a firmware from someone else also works on this. For example, the TUF-RT-AX5400

when the developer replies to your question, you should take that as the definitive answer.

 

[imastupidsalmon]

In no way am I trying to correct what the others have said here, but there is an "untested" pre-alpha build by gnuton available now for the rt-ax5400 linked on his GitHub page, under issues. So far I have had no problems with it. Maybe check it out...

🌟 Support for RT-AX5400 🌟 · Issue #503 · gnuton/asuswrt-merlin.ng

*This thread is about supporting RT-AX5400. If you see this issue here is because I have decided to support this model. So, feel free to ask questions here about this topic. I will keep the status ...

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