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post Dec 7 2019, 06:58 PM

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Asking coz need to help a friend with setup. Type: landed single story.
Size of house: roughly 2200sqft
Features required: HyppTv support, good Wifi coverage around the house including 3 bedrooms.
Number of devices connected to WiFi: minimum 10, can go 15 to more than 20 during family gathering once a while.
Internet: UniFi 500mbps.
Budget: below 1K. If can go below 700 even better.
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post Dec 8 2022, 10:18 PM

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QUOTE(pakarbu @ Dec 8 2022, 07:17 PM)
Hi, anyone know if Digi zyxel ex3300-t0 can be use with other isp? Is there any software/hardware lock?
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No hardware lock. I have tried it with Unifi and it is working. Just that you need to change the vlan to Unifi vlan.
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post Jan 3 2023, 08:20 PM

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QUOTE(pikafaded @ Jan 3 2023, 11:31 AM)
Hi, recently some of my devices face sudden lost of Internet connection. I suspect it's the issue from my 2.5 years old AX20. Tried to reboot both modem and router, change Wi-Fi channels also could not fix the issue. May I know it's the end of the router or there is other way to fix it? Thanks.
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Reset and reconfigure, then test it for sometime to see. Also if new firmware available, update it.
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post Jan 5 2023, 03:55 PM

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post Feb 12 2023, 01:17 PM

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QUOTE(hidayat14 @ Feb 6 2023, 08:12 PM)
Hi guys. I have 1gbps time at my condo right now, and i have samsung s22 ultra.

How do i get wifi 6? Please recommend a good router so that i can enjoy wifi 6 at my home.

Thanks.
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Can look into something like Deco X90.

QUOTE(surianti @ Feb 11 2023, 03:43 PM)
So I have my main router 192.168.0.1 and link it to another router 192.168.1.1. Via Ethernet cable

Router 1 is the one that has access to Internet.

If I am connected to Router 2, I must set my device IP to 192.168.0.x in order to be able to access Internet. Is there no way to make Internet work if device connected to Router 2 use IP 192.168.1.x?
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You need to set the router 2 to have same IP range.
For example router 1 = 192.168.1.1, router 2 = 192.168.1.2.
Disable DHCP on router 2 and let router 1 handle all the DHCP to prevent IP config.
Also make sure that 192.168.1.2 is not in the range of DHCP ip in router 1, because it is already assign to router 2.
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QUOTE(pikafaded @ Feb 12 2023, 07:04 PM)
Hi, is there any reliable WiFi 6 router for around RM350? Using Unifi 300Mbps now and my current AX20 is giving me high ping value very frequent.
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You have other router to try? Just to make sure the high ping is not router problem.
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post Feb 13 2023, 02:19 PM

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QUOTE(pikafaded @ Feb 12 2023, 09:23 PM)
I might switch back to the Dlink router given by TM to test. Will Ethernet cable connecting modem and router causes it? Also it is less likely of the modem issue right?
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Less likely a modem issue.
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post Feb 21 2023, 08:26 PM

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QUOTE(darkcurves @ Feb 21 2023, 04:20 PM)
I received an SMS saying that in order to maintain Public IP, there will be an extra RM10 charge. I called up Maxis and the agent said if I connect another router to my main Maxis router, it will cease to function if I cancel Public IP . Is this true? If yes, once I change to Private IP, how can I connect the extra router?

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I don't think so. The extra router is just for you to bridge the connection, same like you using switch.
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post Mar 12 2023, 11:08 AM

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QUOTE(alexandersuk @ Mar 11 2023, 09:59 PM)
Is Celcom Home Wireless Broadband good?
Can I plug the modem everywhere, especially when I go back to my hometown?
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According to
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the modem is locked to your registered address.
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post May 2 2023, 04:10 PM

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QUOTE(Scissorshand @ May 1 2023, 10:42 PM)
Hi All

I've an AX20 am happy with it but recently port to Digi fibre and they install a new router which I think ain't as good as AX20. If I'd like to use back AX20 what credentials in digi router should I copy over to AX20? Thanks
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Just need the pppoe username and password, as well as setting Vlan to 629.
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post May 7 2023, 12:42 PM

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QUOTE(Scissorshand @ May 7 2023, 09:53 AM)
For AX20 if I choose Custom vlan, it seems for internet, VoIP I need to input these… what to input?
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For internet key in 629. Since Digi has no voip and IPTV, I believe can just key in any random number, e.g. 400 and 600. Also check the option 802.1Q if available. Make sure all the lan port is set to Internet.
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QUOTE(Zaryl @ Aug 30 2024, 12:18 PM)
Just a quick update after I gotten the new 5G router 2 days back:

after offloading 50% of my IoT devices into this new router, seems all my devices are working fine/no more showing Offline mode.
and my Panasonic Aircon app "Cloud Comfort" now can successfully installed & functioned properly. Also, my Brothers' printer now can print wireless efficiently and without anymore printing data delay.  thumbup.gif

Previously, I experienced network error multiple times and had to reset my Panasonic Aircon/Brother's printer WiFi settings and also reset my Asus RX82U router many times. All these are very annoying really.  bangwall.gif

When I checked the memory cache inside my Asus AX82U router, it's now running at just 54% memory utilization compared to a crazy 96%! previously!  rclxub.gif 

I seriously think having Fiber optic router backup with 5G router is a good backup system, ultimately reducing network load as well. This is to ensure all devices work flawlessly as intended.

But of course, you're gonna have to spend more on the fiber line + 5G subscription monthly packages.
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I suppose can also do without 5g router. Just get another router to set as AP and transfer some smart devices to the new AP.
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QUOTE(lol4291 @ Nov 19 2024, 05:53 AM)
My archer C1200 seems to be having issue after few years of usage. Currently using unifi 500Mbps, current router position is sufficient enough for coverage. Didn't notice any issue with it.

Looking to replace it, with a budget around RM200-300, ideally as low as possible, looking for bang for buck option. About 10-15 device to connect, none has wifi 6 as far as i know. Any suggestions?

Thanks in advance.
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TP-Link Archer AX23 or Mercusys MR80X. Both are Wifi 6 ready. In 2024 you shouldn't think of getting Wifi 5 router anymore.

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