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Ryobi Blower Blade Replacement - Fix Loud Noise or Less Air issues with P21081VNM
In this video we replace the blades on a Ryobi Blower P21081VNM that is making loud noises and not blowing as much air as usual.
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Timestamps
0:00 Intro
0:33 Tools Required
1:06 Quick Overview
1:44 Disassemble
4:20 Remove Old Blade
4:55 Install New Blade
5:18 Reassemble
8:24 Final Test
Models: P2108 P21081 P21081VN P21081VNM
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Timestamps
0:00 Intro
0:33 Tools Required
1:06 Quick Overview
1:44 Disassemble
4:20 Remove Old Blade
4:55 Install New Blade
5:18 Reassemble
8:24 Final Test
Models: P2108 P21081 P21081VN P21081VNM
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Quick Tips: IP Conflict Common on Xfinity and WireGuard(R)
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Xfinity Routers happen to use the same Local IP Address range as the WireGuard (R) Server which causes a conflict. In this video we change the default WireGuard(R) Configuration to resolve the conflict. Need help? See justinpruett.com/glinet-troubleshoot.php This video is a supplement to ua-cam.com/video/LXbDg1v65Qs/v-deo.html
Connect to a Captive Portal at a Hotel, Airport, or Coffee Shop using a GLiNet Travel Router
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In this video we go over 2 ways to connect to a captive portal with a travel router. The first way uses the GLiNet Travel Router and a laptop. The second way uses a cell phone. 0:00 Intro 0:26 What is a Captive Portal? 1:11 Powering the Router While Traveling 1:41 Connect to Captive Portal with Laptop 5:00 Connect to Captive Portal with Smart Phone 8:15 Outro Related Videos: VPN - Use your Home...
Dallas, Texas Solar Eclipse Timelapse April 8, 2024 from Wyze Pan V3
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Dallas, Texas Solar Eclipse Timelapse April 8, 2024 from Wyze Pan V3 While there were many clouds blocking the Sun, it made for an interesting timelapse with a line of shadows that appear before and after the eclipse. This was recorded with a Wyze Pan V3 with the 3 second timelapse option from a roof in Dallas, Texas.
Meshtastic - Decentralized Off-Grid Communications - Quick Start
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Meshtastic is a decentralized mesh communication technology that requires no existing infrastructure allowing you to text for miles in ideal conditions without Internet or Grid Power. This makes it ideal for camping, hiking, and backup-communications. 0:00 Introduction 0:52 Unboxing 2:25 Assembly 4:06 Firmware 7:05 Android App Setup 12:19 iOS App Setup 14:33 Outro Official Website: meshtastic.o...
Travel with Dual Monitors - Thin portable monitors that are ready "To Go"
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In this video we explore the idea of being productive while on-the-go using thin, light, travel monitors. This particular monitor gets power and video signal from a single USB-C cable and the stand is also a case! Amazon Affiliate Links to Products in the Video (As an Amazon Associate I may earn commission from qualifying purchases.) VILVA 15.6'' 1080P FHD IPS Display: amzn.to/3PRSWpm imuto Con...
Fix Your Gutter with 5 in. Aluminum Hidden Gutter Hanger with Screw
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In this video, we straighten out the falling gutters and add strength with 5 in. Aluminum Hidden Gutter Hanger with Screw kits from Home Depot. Product Page: www.homedepot.com/p/Amerimax-Home-Products-5-in-Aluminum-Hidden-Gutter-Hanger-with-Screw-21812/100085356 At just $1.88 each at the time of recording, these little hooks grab the gutter and screw into your house to provide a lot of strength...
Tenda i24 AC1200 Wave2 Ceiling Access Point versus UniFi nanoHD
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In this video we take a look at the Tenda i24 AC1200 Wave2 Ceiling Access Point and compare it against an older UniFi nanoHD. These two are drastically different in terms of features and ease of use, but the results are shocking! Timestamps 0:00 Intro 2:22 Unboxing the i24 4:38 Unboxing the POE Injector 6:00 Before you Mount 7:26 Setup i24 13:31 Speed Test 15:24 Uninstall UniFi 17:26 Install th...
Quick Tips: Port Forwarding from ISP Router to Travel Router (Firmware 4.2.3 on Slate AX)
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This is a supplemental video to ua-cam.com/video/LXbDg1v65Qs/v-deo.html In this video we cover how to get the IP Address or MAC Address of your Travel Router so you can successfully Port Forward from your ISP Router. Be sure to update to the latest Firmware since the menu has changed.
The Best $5 Travel USB Cable? Testing 4 in 1 USB Cable from Temu with USB-C/A to USB-C/i
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In this video we test a $5 USB Cable with dual ends which could be the best cable to take on your travels... if it works! We'll put it to the test and find out if it is a deal or a scam! Products featured in this video*: Temu 4 in 1 USB Cable Bluetti EB3A Power Station ( amzn.to/3JIrtmC ) imuto Container-X Power Bank ( amzn.to/3XyvpMm ) Retractable usb-c cable ( amzn.to/3ren98k ) Amazon 4 in 1 ...
See Far with Wyze Cam OG Telephoto 3X - Setup, Examples, Comparisons, and Tips (V3, V3 Pro, OG T3x)
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In this video we're looking at the new WYZE Cam OG Telephoto 3x camera and comparing it against the V3 and V3 Pro. We'll cover a lot in this video so please use the time stamps to skip to the sections you are interested in. 0:00 Intro 0:42 Unboxing 2:25 Specs 3:00 Setup 6:25 Micro SD Card 7:20 Advanced Settings 9:50 Detection Settings 11:00 Event Recording 11:13 Notifications 12:38 Device Info ...
USB Heating Devices - Combine these with Power Stations to Stay Warm this Winter
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In this video we are taking a quick look at a USB Rechargeable Lighter, a USB Rechargeable Hand Warmer, and a USB Powered Heating Blanket. Combined with a Power Station, these devices should help keep you warm even when the power is out. 0:00 Intro 0:13 USB Rechargeable Lighter 1:00 USB Rechargeable Hand Warmer 1:53 USB Powered Heating Blanket 3:24 Outro Product Links Amazon Affiliate Links to ...
Worx WG430 Leaf Mulcher - Unboxing, Setup, and Demo
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Worx WG430 Leaf Mulcher - Unboxing, Setup, and Demo
New WYZE v3 Pro versus Old v3 - Day and Night Tests
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New WYZE v3 Pro versus Old v3 - Day and Night Tests
AA Size Flashlights - RovyVon Aurora A8 and OLight iMorse
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AA Size Flashlights - RovyVon Aurora A8 and OLight iMorse
Entry Level LiFePO4 Power Stations - Bluetti EB3A vs GoLabs R300 vs Somikon MT-CN320
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Entry Level LiFePO4 Power Stations - Bluetti EB3A vs GoLabs R300 vs Somikon MT-CN320
Samsung Dryer DC61-02595A Case Filter Replacement: OEM vs Generic
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Samsung Dryer DC61-02595A Case Filter Replacement: OEM vs Generic
Use Home IP Address While Traveling with GL.iNet AX Slate, Opal, and WireGuard® VPN
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Use Home IP Address While Traveling with GL.iNet AX Slate, Opal, and WireGuard® VPN
Slate AX Travel Router to Fool your Boss and Stay Safe
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Slate AX Travel Router to Fool your Boss and Stay Safe
Remove a Stuck Hose from Faucet and Repair the Hose
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Remove a Stuck Hose from Faucet and Repair the Hose
Hi Justin, thank you for your hard work you put into your videos. This one made me to setup your exact setup by going all step. And it works! Thank you for that. May I ask how your speedtest results are higher than on my setup? I usually get 9mbps for download when accessing remotely via wireguard while I get 100 mbps for downloading when accessing directly to my router at home. Maybe I have missed something. Hope you can help with a great tip.
Your speeds will be limited to your slowest connection. 100mbps is pretty slow, so I assume you have cable? What is your Upload speed without VPN? 10mbps? Getting Fiber Optic Internet for both sides will increase your speeds. If your Internet is fast then you'll start to be limited by the router, the Opal is old and will get about 10mbps whereas the Beryl AX or Slate AX can go faster.
Guys I did all the steps but mine will not turn green at the end it stilll says the client is starting please wait and that’s it it won’t connect 😢😢
Are you using a second Internet connection? You can't test while the Client Travel Router is already connected to the Server Router. If you are using a second Internet connection, please go to the Client Travel Router VPN Page and click "View Log" then email me those errors: support@JustinPruett.com
I’m going to set up my home router in the UK and the travel one to Saudi Arabia what vpn would you recommend is the fastest for this set up ?
The Flint 2 is the fastest option and the Slate AX is the fastest travel router. The description has a list of options that would work for home and away.
@@justinreviewsandrepairs5246Just 2 more questions! Thank you so much for replying to my comments. I am planning to work from Saudi Arabia, I want the fastest option to work from Saudi Arabia. I currently have a virgin fibre router at home in the UK. I don’t really care about how fast the internet is at home in the uk as long as my family can still connect to the Virgin WiFi router which is fast. For me to work from Saudi Arabia whilst masking my IP, would I need to connect my Flint 2 to my Virgin router and then use my Slate AX to connect to my router in Saudi Arabia ? And Is wireguard the fastest vpn?
Yes and yes. It sounds like you have a pretty good understanding of how things work.
@@justinreviewsandrepairs5246All thanks to your video, it was so informative! Also one more thing, I’m not sure I understand when you say fastest home router it means it boosts connection at home router in the UK or has the fastest VPN connection to which I will receive in Saudi when connecting to my home router in the uk using my travel router?
Your speeds will be limited to your slowest Internet connection, but if you have fast Internet on both sides then you may be limited by the router itself. The old Opal will get about 10mbps whereas the Slate AX can go much higher.
Why do I need two different routers ? Could I not get two GL-AXT1800? is the OPAL slower ?
They can be the same or even a different brand as long as it supports WireGuard ®️. The Opal is the slowest. Please see the description for a list of Router options.
Thank you! As the Beryl is a new release is the Slate AX still the faster home and travel router ?
Flint 2 is the fastest home router and Slate AX is the fastest travel router. Beryl AX provides excellent value with high speeds at a low cost.
Please do a detailed video on port-forwarding. I'm done with a site-to-site vpn setup using Flint 2 as a VPN server and MT3000 as a travel router. I think I'm stuck at the port-forwarding step so not sure if I need to do that on both the sides or just one one side. Please provide me with some detailed steps, I would highly appreciate that Justin. Thanks!
Because every ISP router is different, a detailed video would have to be made specifically for the model you have. Please try searching for the model number of your ISP router to see if a video exists.
Hi Justin, Cant thank you enough for this well made tutorial. I was able to make it work for my home router but when I am recreating it for a friend their ISP uses CGNAT, any tips if the ISP doesnt have Public IP4 but have Public IPV6?
I believe it works with IPv6, but the DDNS might default to IPv4. Try putting in the IPv6 address instead of the DDNS address to test CGNAT. They may be blocked by their ISP on IPv6 as well. For now they might want to try TailScale but the server has to be run on a computer or you need to perform command line commands to set the Exit Node (Advanced setup)
Can I use this set up if the place that I am taking the "device I take with me (travel device)" only has Starlink internet?
Yes, the Client will work, but you can only run a Server with some of the plans they offer. I have heard stories of people using Starlink from their boat with a Client Travel Router to continue their work as normal even though they aren't even on land!
i just upgraded from 4.6.2 to 4.6.4. not working for me. it works after firmware reset once and then after that when i get logged out after a while from the network and try to log back in it will show success, as if some sort of caching is in place. i tried wiping the cache of the captive portal website no help. i have tried a 1000 things doesn't work. i think this video needs an update since the new firmware does most things described in the video automatically. but i am still not able to get it to work :(
Have you tried the second method? Cloning the MAC Address should always work.
If I bought two AX Slate, one for home and one for travel will that work, instead of buying the AX Slate and Opal? Not a tech person, I just want to travel and use my home IP address in the US. Thanks
Yes, that would be one of the fastest combinations. A complete list is in the description but your choice to use 2 Slate AX would work very well.
@@justinreviewsandrepairs5246 Thank you for responding :) Can you please a video explaining this ? How to do this connection with the two Slate AX? Or can you send me the steps? I can email you for the set-up steps if that's ok
The steps are identical with only minor differences due to improvements in the User Interface over time. Here are the official documents and you can reach me by email if you have questions: docs.gl-inet.com/router/en/4/interface_guide/wireguard_server/
@@justinreviewsandrepairs5246 Thank you!!! for the link, I will try my best to follow this. Please provide your email address.
My email is support@JustinPruett.com and many troubleshooting tips are here: justinpruett.com/glinet-troubleshoot.php
Have you ever run across where the motor and its bearings require replacement?
At that point you have to consider getting a new or used one. I hopped on Facebook marketplace and someone was giving away a mower for free just because they didn't have a battery. Deals are out there, so don't overspend on parts. Keep in mind while Home Depot is the only retailer, you can also buy factory direct from DirectToolsOutlet.com as well which has a big sale about every 3 months.
I’m trying to connect a Flint router at my brother’s house directly to his internet service provider, and trying to set the Beryl AX along with my sister who is in the DR. I set up the dynamic DNS and downloaded the client QR codes for her Beryl AX router and another one for mine. She has connected hers to the internet modem at home and set everything up on the Beryl AX but the light is not turning from orange to Green establishing the connection to the Flint here at my brother’s. We need help 😞
You say directly, but some cable modems are also a router so you would have to set it to bridge mode or do Port Forwarding. Feel free to send me your error log from the Client Travel Router to support@JustinPruett.com
Thanks man, saved my life 😆
Glad to hear it!
Do you have to have two different models of GL.inet or can I have two Beryl AX for instance ?
Two Beryl AX is a good option, they do not have to be different. The description has a list of options, but the Beryl AX is a great choice.
Hey! Thank you making the first in depth tutorial for this. My company used a VPN to access company websites that i need for my job. Will this work with that?
Yes. This method essentially creates a virtual cable so it is as if you were connected at home.
@@justinreviewsandrepairs5246 Thank you!
Thank you! You mentioned that Allow Access to Local Network option makes it less secure. Is there a way to make it more secure so I can access my NAS remotely, or would I have to use another method?
Anything connected to the Internet is inherently insecure, I was merely pointing out the risk. You can find news stories about popular NAS providers such as QNAP and WD suffering from massive vulnerabilities. You can hire a specialist to help decrease your risk, but it is unfortunately never zero.
Worked perfectly. Thanks a lot!
Glad it worked! Make sure to Turn On "Block Non-VPN Traffic" form Global Options on the Client for increased protection. I am hearing it is not on by default in the newer firmware.
@@justinreviewsandrepairs5246 Thank you. Did that 😉
Do I need two of these travel routers to make this work ? I have one and I had some help me set it to show I’m in Dallas from one search my ip site . But other search my ip shows where I really am
Yes, this video shows how to use two routers to essentially create a virtual cable back to your house wherever you are in the world. What does your setup look like now?
@@justinreviewsandrepairs5246I just got the 2nd one today a GL-AR300M16 mini router . I have not opened it yet but I’ll try later . I’m not tech savvy but I think if watch your videos and others I might get to to work . Let’s see home tomorrow goes. I’ll keep you updated
I just have one of those routers
thank you for this video i ordered one on amazon and will be using this at hotels for my gaming pc setup . One question , when the router is successfully connected to the hotels wifi , can i use the ethernet port to then connect to my pc to get a wired connection ?
Yes, you can use the LAN ports, but you cannot use the WAN port unless you change the default settings. I wouldn't recommend using the WAN port for your devices since you should use the WAN port for Internet when it is available for increased performance. The Slate AX has 2 LAN ports and 1 WAN port.
Is portfarwarding necessary? Can I just connect the router directly to the modem? If I was to use this as the main router at home and to pull away would this be ok? Sorry for more questions
Port Forwarding is only necessary when behind another router, so you can skip Port Forwarding if you plug directly into your Modem or Fiber ONT.
I have been told if you buy it from Taobao, it's a different version?
You can order from Amazon or directly from GLiNet
do i need two slates? or would one opal work at home and the other should be an opal?
The description has a list of all the possible combinations, but two Beryl AX would be a fast budget friendly option.
is the opal worth getting for a travel router? its 39 dollars on amazon right now..or is it best to leave at home and get a slate for remote use
I wouldn't buy the Opal now that the Beryl AX is available. If you only need email access then the Opal is fine, but the Beryl AX is way more powerful for not much more money. The setup is identical either way.
@@justinreviewsandrepairs5246 thanks !
Is there a Killswitch to stop internet if it isn't pulling the residential IP?
Yes, on the Client go to Global Options and enable "Block Non-VPN Traffic"
@@justinreviewsandrepairs5246 thank you so much! You sincerely don't understand how helpful this is thank you so much!
Glad it helped! Thank you! 🙏
Hey Justin! Thanks for the detailed tutorial. Unfortunately, I followed all of the steps, but when I enable the WireGuard VPN client at the end, I keep getting a yellow light and I get disconnected from the internet. The light never turns green. I did the port forwarding on my spectrum router and I downloaded and uploaded the configuration file like you showed on the tutorial. Do you know what the issue could be? I'm using a Flint 2 router as the home VPN server and a Beryl AX as the travel router I'm hoping to take with me. I have them both connected to my home router (Spectrum router) with an ethernet cable. Could this be the issue? Do I need to have the Beryl AX connected to another router (in a separate place) to be able to finish the configuration? Really hoping for some help from anyone on here. Best.
Yes, you identified the problem, the Client Beryl AX cannot connect while already connected to the same network as the Server Flint 2. You can connect the Beryl AX to a phone HotSpot (be sure the phone is not connected to your home WiFi) to complete the test.
@@justinreviewsandrepairs5246 Hey Justin. I tried connecting the VPN using my mobile hotspot, but I'm still getting the yellow light and losing internet when I enable the vpn client. At first, I thought it might be an issue with my cellular data, since my carrier is from abroad, but my laptop seems to connect directly to the hotspot fine and even the Beryl connects to it fine (I have internet while connected to the Beryl while it's connected to the hotspot). Do you have any other idea of what it could be? I'm going to try connecting the Beryl from my sister's home router later today (she lives in a different part of town) to see if that solves the issue.
Feel free to send me the error logs by clicking View Log on the Client Travel Router and emailing it to support@JustinPruett.com Most problems are due to Port Forwarding but I have a list of other common issues here: justinpruett.com/glinet-troubleshoot.php
I've been carrying around GL.Inet travel routers for years now, they're amazing and run OpenWRT in the back end. Very solid routers with loads of features.
Thank you!
Thanks for commenting! I am glad it helped!
The VPN setup in this video did not work of me. I entered my Nord VPN credentials directly into the router admin page as you showed in the video and it wouldn't connect. I had to log on to the Nord VPN website and then click on the manual setup option on the website and then I was emailed a one time User ID and Password and then it finally worked.
Is there anyone who lives in the USA that I can use your VPN server router? I can pay for the use!
You might want to try the GLiNet forums, but another option would be to try WindScribe which offers Residential IP Addresses for an additional fee. Referral Link: windscribe.com/yo/0bzxgfqu
Thanks for the reply! But how can I apply and do the setting the Windscribe residential IP on router?
After you sign up, you can download the configuration file from here: windscribe.com/getconfig/wireguard and you just load it into the Client Travel Router similar to this video. Basically skipping all the server setup.
Thank you for explanation! So if I use residential IP setting on the router, the IP(Residential IP)is definitely different from IP created by just using Windscribe application?
So I just want to make sure that IP created by just using Windscribe application (commercial VPN) which creates IP that is not as same as residential IP. Is it right?
Thank you
Thank you for watching and the comment!
My company has given me the green light to work remotely from anywhere in the world but with a huge wink that this isn’t officially agreed on and more so verbal. All they ask is that whenever I access something with my company provided laptop it looks like I’m in the US. Do I still need to do this 2 travel router setup or can I do a single travel router with a commercial vpn like your last video? I’m not too familiar with setting this all up so I’m watching the two videos to figure this out now. I see another one of your comments say you would recommend the flint 2 over the slate? And if budget is a concern to use the beryl? Does this 2 router setup primarily benefit if I need my ip address to show my home address at all times?
Congrats! Which method you use depends on your company and/or your preferences. The two router method works with any company while the commercial VPN method may not work with every company due to their security policies blocking commercial VPN Providers. If your company allows commercial VPNs the setup is easier and they provide VPN Servers across the country which could provide lower latency and better speed than your home server. You can start with 1 router and a VPN Service to see if your company allows it, and if not, you can get the second router.
The Flint 2 is the fastest option and the Beryl AX is the slowest option (but it is actually still very fast for the price). The description has a list of routers you can choose based on your budget.
What’s the name of that little piece ? Washer type… I’m having a hard time finding that replacement, would appreciate help
It is called a Bushing. I did not replace mine but it may be this part number: Bushing 612854001 Please let me know if it fits.
@@justinreviewsandrepairs5246 Amazing!! Will let you know. Thank you so much!
Thank you 🙏
You’re welcome, glad it helped!
Can I use two Beryl AX for this configuration?
Yes, additional combinations are in the description, but two Beryl AX are a cost effective option.
I'm a new to your channel and have been enjoying your contents. I would like to see if you can discuss how to configure AdHomeGuard plugin on GL Net Opal. Thanks
Am I able to connect to office VPN if I exactly replicate your set up (slate + opal)? I heard using multiple VPNs is not possible at same time.
Slate AX and instead of the Opal get the Beryl AX. The VPN is running on the router itself which creates essentially a virtual cable back to your home so you can use your work device as if you are home. That means you can still use your work VPN on your work device.
How to reach you Justin , I need to set up
Many troubleshooting tips are on justinpruett.com/glinet-troubleshoot.php as well as my email if you still need help.
mine doesnt show "remote access"
The UI has changed a little since the video was made, you can also refer to the official documentation: docs.gl-inet.com/router/en/4/interface_guide/wireguard_server/
I’m looking for the advanced setup. Do you have a video for it? I have two slate atx-1800 and wanted to use one when I travel to connect to one set up at home that is repeating. Have watching this video a couple times and still stuck
This is the video with 2 routers: ua-cam.com/video/LXbDg1v65Qs/v-deo.html
Hi Justin, I am using an employer-provided laptop that requires me to connect to Global Protect (VPN) to access the application. Given this, will the process you mentioned still work for me?
Yes, the Travel Router itself essentially creates a virtual cable back home so you can use your work laptop as normal.
hi, can i just run wirguard client on computer instead of using router?
Yes, but you can only run one VPN on a computer at a time which wouldn't be enough for people needing to also connect to their work VPN.
@@justinreviewsandrepairs5246 thank you so much
Hi Justin Can you please do another video with ZeroTier technology? The new router models comes with the software pre installed
It is unfortunately still in Beta. TailScale is also in Beta but at least one person was able to set it up manually. The easiest option right now is to use TailScale on a computer that stays home to be your exit node then you can use TailScale on the Travel Router to have a similar setup as WireGuard ®️ without Port Forwarding.
Thank you for your help sweetheart
Glad to help! Thank you!
looks way better, nice work!
Thank you! 🙏
Hello Justin. Watched your videos but still a little stuck. How would the setup look if I have two ax1800 slate, One for home another for travel with the goal being to access my home server ? I have a xfinity router as the primary.
If you have Xfinity your router is likely conflicting with the default WireGuard ®️ configuration. So please use UDP (Not TCP or Both) for your Port Forwarding rule and follow this video: ua-cam.com/video/UTZ-_zxIozQ/v-deo.html
Thanks Justin your videos! It looks like for your work remote set up you recommend using the Slate AX router along with a GL.iNet Opal Router. In this videos comments though you recommend using the Slate AX with the GL.iNet Beryl AX instead of the Opal. Another guy on UA-cam who makes similar content/how to videos recommends using the Slate AX travel router with GL.iNet Flint 2 router. And another guy on UA-cam recommends using 2 Slate AX routers; he says the Slate AX offers faster wireguard speeds than the Beryl. 1 thing is clear - you all recommend the GL.iNet Slate AX router as the 1 to travel with. But which is the best 1 to have at home? The 4 options you 3 guys recommend are a 2nd GL.iNet Slate AX or GL.iNet Opal or GL.iNet Beryl AX or GL.iNet Flint 2. The router modem currently at home is the Xfinity Gateway XB8 (for Xfinity Comcast internet)... What router would be best to use at home with XB8?
This video is more than a year old so as new routers come out the best option changes. Currently the Flint 2 would be the fastest option but if your budget is lower then the Beryl AX is an excellent ratio of price and performance. A full list is in the description. Let me know if you have any questions or run into any issues.
Perfect! Straight to the point.
Thanks! 🙏
Hi Justin I managed to make these routers work. I use company laptop which i have plan to connect to modern via Wifi. Can my employer still track my location?
If your laptop has GPS or other tracking methods then this won't be enough, but for most people they only need the two routers.
@justinreviewsandrepairs5246 it does not have any gps modules.
That's great, this solution should work well then. Let me know if you run into any issues.
Man, tried all of this. The hotel I am in just won’t give access to the portal
If you can't access the portal from your phone then the hotel may have given you an invalid access code. In some hotels you can find an Ethernet cable going to the TV and/or an Ethernet port on the TV which you could plug into the WAN port of the router.
I was having issues as well, I did everything you suggested in the video and nothing was working, then I realized that I had my vpn enabled in my device, once I paused the vpn, the portal login popped up
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If I use Gl Inet for my home router but use TP link for my travel, such as a to link AX55, will I be able to do the same thing or will I need two Gl inet travel router. The Tp link Ax55 has wiregaurd
Yes, you can use any router that supports WireGuard ®️ or even just an old computer, but you will want to make sure it supports the speeds you are trying to achieve.
Thanks for the response and hope you can help me out with my situation. So, I’m in a country where there’s VPN blockers in place such as DPI, including wiregaurd, openVPN and just regular VPN like Surfshark and nordvpn. The only one that seemed to work and bypassed all these is expressVPN via OpenVPN config in my router. That said I can’t do the site to site connection like I want. Do you have a solution for site to site connection that bypasses these blocks? Only thing that came to mind was connect my current router to expressVPN then connect another travel router to that VPN router and then do the site to site connection that way but think it will be extremely slow and not 100% it will work. I know this is a lot but you’ve been very helpful so far and hope you have a solution for my situation.
Yes, in suppressive countries that block VPNs you will typically have to use the government approved VPN and then tunnel through. They constantly change and block things so you may have to change your tactics often. I am curious if buying a VPS in that country would allow you to tunnel traffic without Express VPN but it won't be an easy setup.
Please try posting on the GLiNet forums, there are some very talented people there that might have a better solution
Thanks
Justin, do you offer consulting services? If so, how can I reach you privately?
I do not, but I try to answer every comment and email. I have a list of common problems here justinpruett.com/glinet-troubleshoot.php and if that does not help feel free to email me at support@JustinPruett.com
@@justinreviewsandrepairs5246 - I followed your instruction I had it working for about 6 months. Then all of a sudden it stopped working. Has this ever happened to anyone?