Use a wifi analyzer to see the least congested channel for both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz band and set your wifi channel there. You can use different names for the 2.4 and 5, and I recommend doing that, as the 5 have much lower range than 2.4, and not all device support the 5.

Yes. That's it. I would recommend Channel 1, 6, or 11, depending on your area, as they are the only channels that does not interfere with one another.

Lol. If you can't beat em', join em!

Did you try using the 5GHz band? Don't bother using the Asus N12HP, as it does not support AC, and therefore could give you lower speeds. If you are using the 2.4GHz band, that could be the problem as 2.4GHz is very congested nowadays.

See bro warrior reply above. It is the same thing as what I would say to you. See here for further explanation on AC and other various wireless basics:

http://homenetworkadmin.com/wireless-b-vs-...-ac-difference/

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.

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.

As I say before, homeplug is very inconsistent and it is not 100% reliable. If there is electrical noise, it will be affected. But, if it is as cheap as you say, it would be worth a try.

If you are not confident in updating the firmware, then don’t do it. It will be very hard to roll the firmware back if there are any problems.

Why do you want to monitor the uptime anyway? You mean the router is constantly rebooting by itself? Just be aware that if you are not paying for static IP, your IP will keep changing as you are under dynamic IP.

It might be so, but remember to check that the firmware for your DIR-850L is 2.09. If you are using a firmware version before that, you are open to security vulnerabilities.

Your guess is as good as mine. I don’t know what could cause that. I have used the DIR850L, Archer C7 V2, and am currently using the AC3150 V2, and never had any problems on Play Store downloading or updating, or even App Store for that matter.

Bro, you totally misunderstood my question. How often does the IP change? It could have nothing to do with the router, and more to do with your router’s lease time on TM’s side. If it changes few times a day, then yes, it could be the router’s fault. If it changes a few times a week, then it could be nothing wrong. It doesn’t mean a particular router is stable if the IP doesn’t change for 30 days, and vice versa. Did you check the system log on the AC1200?

This post has been edited by SilentVampire: Dec 10 2017, 11:58 PM

Unfortunately, as I say earlier, I don’t know why the AC1200 is really bad. All I can say is that their lower end models seem to be suffering from firmware related issues.

Sad to hear that you have to employ drastic measure to do so. It could be a firmware related issue with the AC1200.

Bro, my bad. It seems to be the router’s fault then. Bad firmware would be my guess.

Only this two unfortunately.

Unfortunately not. If I were you bro, I would use the D-Link first, then wait for the 12/12 sale on Lazada and get a decent router, Asus or a higher end TP Link model such as the C3150 v2, that I am currently using, and would definitely recommend.

Good to hear that. At least they will,be responsible for it. Just be aware that it is the 12/12 sale tomorrow. Routers will be discounted hopefully, so choose a good one if you have the budget.

Custom is possible, and if you want to change port 1 as internet, put the VLAN tagging to 500 for port 1, then you can connect to internet.

It won’t give you lower speed, just that you can’t use AC. Just try using the ASUS N12HP again, and if you can get full speed at 2.4GHz, just change router.


Try ticking the ‘802.1Q’ box. This particular router does support the TP Link Tether app, but only for V1. Yours should be able to support the Tether app. See here: http://www.tp-link.com.my/tether_compatibility_list/

TP Link AC1200 has had a lot of complaints from forumers here, so if you can get a better router, it would be good to change to a more expensive TP Link router or an Asus one. I wouldn’t bother calling TM as they won’t change your router to a better one, unless you buy your own router.

AC is only 5GHz. 5GHz have faster speed and less interference but its signal strength and coverage is not that good as 2.4GHz, so no, it can’t reach from upstairs at the back to in front downstairs. Changing routers won’t help as 5GHz has very low coverage generally. See here for a more detailed explanation:

https://www.lifewire.com/is-5-ghz-wifi-bett...-2-4-ghz-818293

If you want another ASUS router, I would recommend the ASUS RT-AC1300UHP.

See the review here:

https://www.blacktubi.com/review/asus-rt-ac1300uhp/

It is a bit pricey through, from RM500 - RM600.

If you want something cheaper, try the Asus-ART1200G+.

You can still have 5GHz for N, but not AC. See here:

http://homenetworkadmin.com/wireless-b-vs-...-ac-difference/

New router, not modem. Modem is ipthe one you can’t replace unfortunately. You can with router,

I don’t know if it will be good enough for 100Mbps as it depends on interference and congestion in your area. It might not though, so keep that in mind. The router they provide is not that pricey, to be honest, and it is one of their mid range models. There are more expensive routers out there. You can flash the router however you want, but you are on your own regarding that.