P/s: I am UniFi Advance 50 user here. Currently waiting for my speed upgrade to 100 Mbps.
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UniFi's TP-Link Routers C5, C7 & C1200, Newer is not better.
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I am using C7 V2. So far, it never makes problem and function well without any interruptions. I bought the router last 4 months ago. C7 is the best router so far I ever used.
P/s: I am UniFi Advance 50 user here. Currently waiting for my speed upgrade to 100 Mbps. This post has been edited by Jjuggler: Apr 19 2017, 03:01 PM |
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Sep 17 2017, 02:52 AM
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Archer C7v2 user here. Lately i realize that my router's 5ghz band signal drops. I mean if i successfully connected to 5ghz band, the signal keeps dropping and when I did some speed test, all i get is 0.83mbps instead of 52mbps. The length me from the router when i conduct the test is around 5 meter.
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Sep 17 2017, 02:55 AM
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QUOTE(supaztyler @ Sep 16 2017, 11:57 PM) sorry want to ask..if want to reset the router, do i have to have 2 cables? one to the wall and one to my laptop to reset the router, there will be a small hole button there in the router. you just press for few seconds and there you go. You have successfully reset the router. But mind you, this will cause all your configuration such as ppoe connection, wireless connection, qos to be reset as well and you need to set up it again once by one. |
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Nov 7 2017, 05:35 PM
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Good day fellow forumers. I am currently using c1200 provided by tm after successfully upgraded to 100mbps via free speed upgrade. The router I received is the router that get negative reviews from fellow forumers. I do agree. When i receive the router, it hangs after I use it. So a respected forumer, nikrizal, suggested me to upgrade the firmware using australian firmware. Once I upgrade, i realize it improves the performance of the router drastically. I am a heavy torrent user, when downloading, the router didn't freeze. In a day, 12 devices connect to the router and still the router performs the best. So the problem is on the Malaysian firmware programmed for unifi. This is my experience using c1200 so far.
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QUOTE(Skeuomorphic @ Nov 8 2017, 07:54 AM) So, I can just flash the Australian firmware over the EU one that my router is currently running? Will it not run into any problem? here you go.Archer C1200 Firmware then choose this version: Archer C1200(EU)_V1_170616 Flash like normal way we do when flashing the firmware. It will take time around 5 to 10 min for the flashing process Then you are done. DO the setup process normally. Do makesure before you flashing the firmware, connect your ethernet cable to LAN 2 port behind your router. Because flashing the firmware will make LAN 1 as an iptv port. |
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Nov 22 2017, 10:08 AM
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QUOTE(Lacus @ Nov 21 2017, 11:18 PM) Anyone having issues with this C1200? Upon using it less than 8 hours, it died  Just got Unifi installed like last Saturday only.QUOTE(fkinmeng @ Nov 21 2017, 11:59 PM) Serious or my sarcasm detector rosak?  To me, it just suxs, better get others. QUOTE(widget @ Nov 22 2017, 09:22 AM)  When I first got the router, I was wondering why it took ages to boot up after I restarted the power |
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Dec 10 2017, 12:52 PM
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I am an ex user of archer c7v2 (sold it already due to weak wireless signal for both bands) and c1200 (ditched it because whenever I download using idm, it delays 1 minute before download any files including images) and replaced with second hand asus rt-n56u router. That solves the problem. No need to wait for a minute to download. Even aus firmware cannot save c1200.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Pros of C7 - no reboot issues - not getting too hot - able to handle 20 devices at a time Cons of C7 - lame ui - weak wireless signal especially 5ghz band - buggy firmware ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Pros of C1200 - good wireless signal (even better than c7 to be precise) Cons of C1200- firmware issues (too many bugs) - random reboot (although aus firmware does improve the boot up time) - overheat issue ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- But, in future, I might avoid lower end tplink models. Now i am a happy user of asus n56u.  The best part is, asus n56u still receives firmware upgrade although it has been 6 years the router was launched into the market. This post has been edited by Jjuggler: Dec 10 2017, 12:54 PM |
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QUOTE(SilentVampire @ Dec 10 2017, 01:34 PM) It could be wireless interference or congestion on your end, or particular settings on your router. If you still can’t get it working well, change to a better router. I would recommend the Tp-Link C7 v4, but not sure if you are willing to try TP-Link again, so I would recommend Asus as an alternative brand, as recommended by bro Jjuggler. TPLink suit for those who wish to get an high performance with affordable rates and tplink wins in terms of budget. There are some good routers from tplink. However, if I want to vote for a worst router from tplink, I would without any hesitation will tell c1200. I don't tell tplink dont give good products, only few affected models without proper firmware damages the reputation of tplink.Again, it could be wireless interference or congestion on your end, or particular settings on your router. Last resort, change your router. I don’t know why AC1200 has so many problems, when their other routers are really good. You could try the Tp-Link C7 v4, or Asus routers as an alternative brand. That might be it, but there have been multiple complaints about the TP Link AC1200 for some reason. Homeplug is a good solution, if you are on the same wiring phase, but if not, it could be very inconsistent. I am quite surprised that the C7 v4 is not performing as expected. My C7 v2 that I used to have is very good, and its signal is quite strong as well. True bro. I can’t really recommend the lower end Tp Link models now, as there have been many inconsistency issues. The least I could recommend for budget issues is the Archer C7 v4, and even then, I am hestitant to do so as I am worried about the performance. Asus is good in the sense that they keep updating their firmware, even for their older models, something Tp-Link should also do for their older models, as they seem to be more keen to releasing new versions of their routers than improve on an older model’s firmware. Don’t get me wrong, I like Tp-Link products, and am a fan of them, but they need to step up and address some issues that people have with their routers. |
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For the respected forumers who facing problem with c1200 from tplink (stock tm router + retail unit) not archer C5 (since it is better than c1200), this is for the forumers who were limited to the budget to purchase a better router, here is the temporary solution for you.
1. Go to Archer C1200 AUS and download the firmware. 2. Upgrade the firmware 3. Disable the print server and usb sharing feature (so that your cpu don't load too much) A friendly reminder, when you're upgrading your router, please makesure plug your ethernet cable to port 2, 3 or 4. Because port 1 will be reserved for iptv after the firmware upgrade (you can change the vlan tagging later on) Pros: 1. Your CPU usage won't improve, but it will be slightly better than the firmware (EU) available for our country such as for reboot issue and random reboot. 2. Significantly, the wireless coverage for both 2.4ghz and 5ghz does improve. 3. Reboot takes less time than 5 minute. Cons: 1. Crappy firmware (even aus firmware cannot save the router). 2. Once a week, your router will reboot by its own. 3. super overheat issues (you don't need an oven actually, you can directly warm up your food if you put the food on the router) -  JK. Invest few bucks to buy a usb laptop cooler.4. No third party firmware supported for this model at the moment or maybe forever. 5. Most important, there is no schedule firmware fixes after few months or years. Sincerely from ex- C7 & C1200 user whose now happy with Asus N56u This post has been edited by Jjuggler: Dec 11 2017, 02:36 AM |
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Dec 16 2017, 02:11 PM
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When browsing through internet, i came across with this forum. Do have a look at it.
Attached a link to look whats inside the Archer C1200 . Apparently, the c1200 we always complained does comes with heat-sink. Not bad. This post has been edited by Jjuggler: Dec 16 2017, 02:14 PM |
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QUOTE(kaide23 @ Dec 17 2017, 12:12 AM) Having the same issue here... If you received archer c1200 from tm, i must say, please buy a new router. If your isp package below than 100Mbps, and you wish to save your budget, then you can purchase a single band router (if you use Ethernet cable e.g. pc or laptop more than wireless - e.g. smartphone and laptop). If your isp package more than 100Mbps, then you have to spend more on buying a dual band router. The cheapest dual band router you can get is from Dlink (DIR850) followed by Archer c1200, C7v4. The choices on you my friend. If me, I would like to advise if you wish to buy a premium brand like asus (dual band), i strongly recommend you to buy it via second hand. Even me using the used 3 years old asus n56u.   the only solution is buying own new modem? Quite pokkai lately... damn... *reason, single band router comes with fast ethernet port (except the famous tplink TL-WR1043ND model that comes with gigabit ethernet port) while a dual band router comes with gigabit port. This post has been edited by Jjuggler: Dec 17 2017, 12:39 PM |
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QUOTE(teen08 @ Dec 17 2017, 06:41 AM) Thanks for the suggestions!! But if I don’t mind with the using just 2.4ghz band. My nT12hp is good enough for 100mbps Unifi right? My friend, I believe you router might not support speed above 100Mbps since it comes with FAST ethernet port. If you're using 100Mbps connection, if you use the router, the max speed you might get is around 80 - 94 Mbps and not 101 - 104 Mbps.I saw on blackutibi the tp link router they provide is quite price. Then why the performance suck. The connection is intermittent with WiFi. Should I just flash their router? I don’t use hype tv anyways. Will it help? |
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QUOTE(teen08 @ Dec 18 2017, 06:13 PM) does it say wnywhere on the specs? so that i understand more on how to look out for this in the future? i always thought that 300mbps speed stated is the max speed. Thanks for your reply. My friend, hereby i attach an image for your own satisfaction. For further clarification, you can go here to check. |
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QUOTE(SilentVampire @ Dec 18 2017, 06:45 PM) I would say both are not that good. But, if I have to choose, I would choose the DLink as the AC1200 has had many complaints about stability. I agree. Trust me, if you're a heavy user, e.g. torrenting, your cpu load usually shoots up to 100%. I wonder do tplink did a proper testing before releasing the firmware. I believe the hardware used in c1200 is good. But how come such crappy firmware passed the testing? |
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QUOTE(Mr.7 @ Dec 18 2017, 07:02 PM) not only during torrenting, downloads using IDM caused it to hang and dropping connection. Yes. Only sometime the situation occurs where when I am downloading a 4k movie using idm, the downloading process takes time (usually freeze at some point) before resumes back.  QUOTE(SilentVampire @ Dec 18 2017, 07:28 PM) It is definitely the firmware that is causing the problems as you say bro, and more specifically the firmware for V1 of the C1200. There is now v3 of the C1200 and I think TP Link has gave up on improving the firmware of the V1. Yes bro. Atleast, that cylinder shaped router better although it has a serious vulnerability issues. This is the downside of using tplink. Atleast, asus way way better - older models still receiving firmware upgrades. |
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QUOTE(SilentVampire @ Dec 18 2017, 09:09 PM) To be fair, the vulnerabilities are all fixed in the DLink router at least, and it is not that bad to use. However, there is downside of the fixed issues. QUOTE(teen08 @ Dec 18 2017, 10:03 PM) did u try and flash c1200? hows your wifi range for n56u? N56u supports 100mbps? n56u has gigabit lan and a wan port. Definitely it supports 100Mbps bro. I flashed my c1200 with aus firmware. Tbh, it just able to solve the boot up time issue. it takes 4 minutes rather than 5 minutes. The good side is, the wireless signal were superb. This post has been edited by Jjuggler: Dec 19 2017, 12:13 AM |
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QUOTE(teen08 @ Dec 19 2017, 02:55 PM) hows the range? its quite cheap for a second hand. Maybe can sell my n12hp and get that one since im on 100mbps now QUOTE(teen08 @ Dec 19 2017, 05:01 PM) just updated to the eu firmware. lets see. fingers crossed. by the way the cpu load jumped from 8 to 80%!! wtf tbh, I flashed my c1200 to aus firmware to avoid the "suffix @unifi" thing. The boot time does improve by 2% ONLY. Yesterday when I was having free time, i updated the firmware of the router to the latest version of aus firmware (before this using an older version of the firmware of aus). I must say, after upgrade, the situation even gets worse. Hahaha. It takes long time to connect to the internet. i guess around 6 minutes. The cpu load shoots to 100% and when I download torrent or using IDM, they are not responding to the server (takes around 1 to 2 minute) before they actually starts to download. |
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QUOTE(abcdef123456 @ Dec 21 2017, 09:02 AM) Is Archer C5 V2 better than C1200?? It is like you're comparing a cheetah (c5v2) with a tortoise (c1200). |
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QUOTE(abcdef123456 @ Dec 21 2017, 01:55 PM) Hi bro, another question is that should disable the ipv6 for the tplink router?read from forum, seems like its quite troublesome when its being enabled. Some forumers says disable the spi firewall might reduce the cpu load. I've tried that as well. It doesn't change that much. So it is better for you to not turn off the spi firewall. |
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QUOTE(abcdef123456 @ Dec 21 2017, 03:29 PM) So just disabling ipv6 will do then, any other thing to be disabled which can reduce troublesome matter? USB sharing, print server. disable all this. This might reduce the load to the cpu although it doesn't improve much. But better. |
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