i have the same router, the username and password is below the router.

i would just buy xiaomi router on higher end one, flash to openwrt and work it out from there.

openwrt is quite pain in ass though, but that's probably because i sucked big time. i've been trying to create dual ssid with one vpn and another without vpn traffic but i still can't make it work after so much testing.

on another side note, i went TM point again asking my SWU, then they said can't offer me 300mbps for RM129, only the 300mbps for rm159 package, they will try appeal again to HQ.

besides that, seems like they quite love their own TM wifi6 router when i said oh... the cap ayam router provided by TM. they seem quite aggravated and said it's a huawei lol.

This post has been edited by a13solut3: Feb 1 2022, 11:26 AM

2. MediaTek MT7621A = Perhaps 2 cores 4 threads?

Oh, forgot to mention mediatek legendary issue with NAT acceleration. If you use WhatsApp, try to connect wifi for prolonged period around 3 or 4 days. Then you will encounter a strange bug where your WhatsApp call will be choppy and robotic.

Indeed, hassle to set up the router w/ openwrt. I prefer ASUS, but disable all the data collection features in the router, and opt to use custom scripts developed by independent coders. The installer said the "FiberHome" is more powerful than my current AX56U. And they said the second unit of FiberHome WiFi 6 can cover my entire house, when I was already using a pair of ZenWiFi AX Mini unit as aimesh. I informed them, just ask the PIC to refresh the system, so you don't really need to do anything as I already prepare everything. NOPEEEEEE. They still insist of installing the fiberhome lol. If they give a call to the CS, it will take roughly about 10-20 minutes, but it took nearly 30 to 40 minutes just to complete the upgrade request report. "Ini router bagus, AX1800..." In return, I said to them, "Ini router pun AX1800. Quad-core Broadcom processor, 512MiB, running on custom fw with scripts". They are speechless and asked me what processor and how it works for router. That's how 'good' the installer is. Somehow I disliked the way TM treat customers as noob. Using ASUS router not as a permanent solution, just as a temporary solution until I settle down with proper routing gear from Mikrotik.

Your unifi is ended contract or still in contract? Trying to upgrade (from 30m or 100m) or sidegrade or downgrade (from 300m+ package)?

I've never used "cap ayam" but I did once say "your toilet paper router" to the TM phone rep.

As for OpenWRT routers, perhaps GL.iNET.
They have a Shopee channel, I believe. Delivery from HK.
If I recall correctly, their current Wifi-6 router costs around RM500. Can't remember the model number, but it's nicknamed "Flint" I think.
I've used their smaller travel routers before, back when there was no coronavirus and I used to stay at hotels a lot.

This? Reasonably priced but out of stock lol

Yes, that one. Wanted to edit my post to share the page, but my account is still on probation so I'm not allowed to post links yet.
Perhaps can contact the seller and ask for availability if interested. It's quite a recent model, so definitely not discontinued.

GL.iNet is probably our best bet for pre-installed open source WRT routers, since it's Shopee based. If you purchase a DD-WRT/Tomato pre-flashed Asus or Netgear model from somewhere like Flashrouters, you'll probably have to deal with custom paperwork to release the delivery, because our country has some weird rule pertaining to imported devices containing wireless radios, plus the cost after currency conversion and delivery will we much higher. For Asus models, it's probably better to buy a Merlin supported model locally anyway.

Not sure about local businesses selling pre-flashed WRT. I think there was someone offering those on this foum's marketplace once, but that was some time ago.

Dont think so, cause the CPU usage graph goes absolutely nuts when the CPU is maxed out when the ftp/smb server crashes.

It just keeps cycling between all 4 "cores" maxing em out 1 by one, sometimes going to weird in-betweens like 80/11/9/1

Luckily I don't use WhatsApp calls much, and I reboot router daily.

This post has been edited by PRSXFENG: Feb 1 2022, 06:43 PM

Yup, definitely the same CPU cycling pattern with my Asus AC2600 that use MediaTek MT7621A.

*Note: disable the USB/HDD spin down functionality*





EDIT:
Anyone got a weird email from oss.support@tm.com.my about Invitation to Participate in TM Survey by INSiGhT Team ?

This post has been edited by JohnLai: Feb 1 2022, 06:46 PM

Already expired since 2019.

Upgrading from 30m.

Guess that should be a win for TM but seems like they are playing the tough guy game.

you mean this one?

Yeah, this one.

Very surprising since the questionnaire asked for our email in the beginning.
Make one wonder, since they already have our email address, why in the world they ask for it again?

Not sure wanna answer or not.

Me too, signed up for it. I wonder they're testing.

I tried answering that survey and i can tell you it's about smart devices they ask about in that survey

Maybe related to smart device bundle deals like tv, laptops etc

Previously that already have lg tv and acer laptop bundle deal but tm might use that survey for deciding what smart device they should introduce next



Edit: smart device bundle also now available for unifi mobile

This post has been edited by MyProLife: Feb 2 2022, 07:07 PM

how long it takes for the SWU upgrade offer to be reflected in the unifi system/webpage?

I received call on 27/1 and there's ntg yet as of now ...

everything apply online get reward, last time upgrade fibre need me visit TM point, no reward at all

Guys, just installed mine with 300Mbps unifi package and immediately headache for that.

My house is double storey, and due to constraint, i have to route the fiber cable through the roof and put the router on 2nd floor living room.

Problem is, we need 5Ghz to fully utilise 300Mbps (even 100Mbps), and downstair can't receive 5GHz at all.

Can anyone recommend any good router + mesh system that can cater for full house 5GHz coverage? Budget is not an issue here.

Thanks.

This post has been edited by coolkwc: Feb 3 2022, 04:47 PM

You can check this topic for further discussion. https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/4658096/

Almost always better to run a wired backhaul rather than pure mesh if you willing to run cable.