Dear sifus & readers,

I would like to get some feedback for my current issue.

TLDR;

- 1x RT-AC86U spoilt, considering a replacement or a total revamp of my network devices.

Streamyx History:

- I spent some hundreds RM to have a stable Streamyx/DSL wifi/modem.
- Changed high-dB antennas and whatnot.. but still shaky performance.
- I won the RT-AC86U from AsusMY contest back in 2018 and used it, paired with the blue wired DSL modem by TM (the older one).
- The performance was TOP NOTCH. 10/10, all my complaints about Streamyx being slow suddenly were solved with this router.

Unifi History:

- My Taman started its Unifi infra and I quickly converted to 100Mbps (later 300Mbps).
- Bought another RT-AC86U to utilize its AiMesh (1x unit place on 1st Floor (Main), 1x unit placed on Ground Floor (Mesh))
Note: I didn't do anything like add additional fans or anything, but I do clean it up once in a while from dust.
- Again, the performance is TOP NOTCH. 10/10.

SWU3.0 Story:

- Re-contracted with SWU3.0, currently with 300Mbps (500Mbps upgrade now).
- RT-AC86U started showing problems after 5yrs of usage, particularly the Mesh node.
- The mesh node finally died on me - when I switch it on, only Eth4 LED turns on but nothing else. Nada.



- The Main node still is surviving.
- I even tried for a week with TM's Dlink 3060Z, it performs well on the first day but after a week, my connection is laggy,
on-off devices disconnected, my voice conferences got cut-off, etc. - WTS TM Mesh Router pair.


What I would like to do:

- I wanted to enforce again my home network, with a few options :

1. Purchase another RT-AC86U

Pros	Cons
- Plug & play	- Old tech
- Relatively cheap	- Possibility of refurbished hardware
- My old trusty network again!	- Unreliable? (heard that more people had problematic units), surprised that I managed to survive up to 5yrs

2. Purchase RT-AX86U Pro

Pros	Cons
- Plug & play	- Price (RM1.5k)
- Successor of RT-AC86U

When I talk about Price as cons - it's not that I can't afford it, I just thought what if I go for..

3. Purchase Deco XE75

Pros	Cons
- WIFI 6E kononnya future-proof	- Will it be as reliable as my old RT-AC86U mesh network stability?
- Tri-band Mesh	- I've read in a global forum about some unreliability

4. Try out TPLink Omada

Pros	Cons
- A whole new ballgame	- Price will shoot up to RM3-5k I guess
- I assume that it's semi-enterprise grade reliable	- Overdo things since I'm not an IT guy, though I like to fiddle, particularly PCs and home networks
- On the long run, I might want to expand further with CCTVs and DVRs

Any feedbacks/inputs are very well appreciated.

This post has been edited by pokchik: Nov 7 2023, 02:32 PM

since u are using asus router…why not just replace it TUF-AX4200 and settle with it.

got extra budget just run lan cable all over your house.

This post has been edited by BOTAK_WAI: Nov 7 2023, 04:33 PM

you know what - that is a good proposal.. how come I totally missed out this router?

from specs, it's almost comparable with the trusty RT-AC86U as wel..
alright, will be assessing it a bit..

This post has been edited by pokchik: Nov 7 2023, 06:17 PM

Can someone advise me please, I'm looking to buy the router below to use with Yoodoo unlimited sim. Is it a good choice? will it be suitable for good coverage in my 2000sqft unit?
Thanks

WiFi Router Sim Card Modem 5G/4G Pro CPE LTE Cat12 Up To 600Mbps 2.4G 5G 4G AC1200 Router




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Hi: just try to understand a bit more on how the limitations is being applied to the CDM Asus routers, is it controlled by hardware or at software/firmware level? Thank you.

Just gotten my Unifi upgraded to 500Mbps few weeks back, but my old TP-Link AX50 (3 years old) can only achieve 300Mbps+, be it on 5G wireless or LAN

swapped it out with TM's Fiberhome mesh wifi and can get 500Mbps without any issue

Any idea what's wrong with the AX50?
played around with all QOS settings but still the same

This post has been edited by greyshadow: Nov 8 2023, 01:16 PM

QOS, bandwidth rate limiter.

Region code is Hardcoded in the bootloader

AI Mesh rules are simple: When setting up a mesh network, it's best to use the same model and technology for all routers and nodes. Mixing different models and technologies can cause compatibility issues and affect performance.

If possible, it's recommended to use routers and nodes with the same Wi-Fi technology. For example, using AX and AC technology is not ideal as it can affect network speed/bandwidth.

Although using a wired backhaul is the optimal choice for better performance, it could be expensive as it requires investing in cables and/or switches. Alternatively, using wireless backhaul is a more affordable option, but it may not provide the same level of performance. Additionally, finding the best location to place the mesh nodes can also be challenging.

im using Archer AX50 also. bought 2nd actually.
upgraded to 500mb. can achieve with LAN.. but wifi might be limited by my devices capabilities.. 2xx ~ 300mb can achieve

Question guys, is it necessary for these three functions to be turned on? OFDMA, TWT, and MU-MIMO? I'm using AX73. I've been going through older posts and it seems these functions are detrimental to performance? Or perhaps now at 2023 it is different now?

This post has been edited by SwarmTroll: Nov 8 2023, 07:33 PM

aw man.. thanks for the heads-up, i would guess as much..

my phone can get 500Mbps on the Homefiber, tested LAN on it also can get 500Mbps

just the AX50, same devices same cables all maxed at 300Mbps

QoS also already set to 999Mbps max, and there's no way to turn it off

I see.
Not aure about that
I turn off all other option (av, parental, qos is on standard mode, no up/down set)

Saw some comments on FB page community for TP link devices, all remarked same, maybe you might want to hard reset and reconfigure from start.



This user using same model as your TP-link, maybe you can try to check out on their post, also same issue, no QOS button, but other users suggested to leave it as it is without setting the speed, and the other devices turn off Priority, I do not own a AX50, but hopefully you can figure it out soon.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/tplinkmy/pe...mibextid=zDhOQc


EDIT: seems like you might have to forego using WiFi6 if what he said is the real solution in getting back your full bandwidth speed. Hopefully TP link will update its firmware to get it ironed out.


This post has been edited by Omochao: Nov 11 2023, 09:03 AM

AX50 is dead end model already and i doubt tp link will provide any further updates for firmware

Blame intel, they sold home router chip to maxlinear

Tp link expect you to buy their replacement model instead (ax53/ax55)

House type: Landed
Size of house: 2500sqf. 2 storey
Features required: coverage to all part of house with almost same speed near main router.
Number of devices connected to WiFi: 5-6
Internet Speed: 400-500mbps (yes flexi 5g). Using 5g router brand xyzel
Budget: rm200-300.

Too low budget

300 below can get ax3000 class with mediocre range for double storey, suggest up budget get mesh system instead

Why nobody talk about WIFI 7, 802.11be?

Planning to buy RT-BE96U

Mesh system how ya? I’m not familiar with it. Need to buy how many pcs? Just connect it my 5g router by wire? Wifi?