Asus RT-AX88U router, Unboxing, Setup and review
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Common UK settings for WAN;
Connecting with BT:
Use an ethernet cable between LAN1 on the hub and WAN on the AX88U
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Username: bthomehub@btbroadband.com
Password: password
Connecting using Virgin Media:
Set the hub to modem only mode and use an ethernet cable between LAN1 on the hub and WAN on the AX88U
How to do Port Forwarding • Port Forwarding on the...
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Can you share how to do port forwarding on this router
Hi Sam,
I will add it to the list of videos to make.
It is quite simple:
1a. Go to your router IP address ie; 192.168.X.XX
or
1b. router.asus.com/Advanced_VirtualServer_Content.asp
2. Click WAN #skip if used long link 1b
3. Click Virtual Server / Port Forwarding #skip if used long link 1b
Then:
4. Enable port forwarding
5. Click Add profile
6. Enter settings
7. Click OK
Hope this helps
Kind regards and keep well
David
Hi Sam,
I have the port forwarding video up now here is the link ua-cam.com/video/73kcg4Q3LUs/v-deo.html
All the best and keep well
David
Thank you. This video was very helpful. I am now purchasing this router
Hi Largoodridge, glad you found our RT-AX88U video helpful I am sure you will get many years of good service from it. Let us know how you get on with it.
All the best Dave
I love this router. I have had mine for a while now and have been really pleased with it.
Hi Pete,
Glad you love the Asus RT-AX88U its a great piece of kit. We hit the limit of what it could support but are keeping it as a backup as it will still work for us just not manage all the devices we have. Hope you subscribed as we will be doing a video of changing it to marlin firmware as some point as its meant to be better than the standard Asus firmware.
Wish you all the best and thanks for you comments its much appreciated.
David
Thank you so much was really lost on how to set it up
Hi Tenxin, Glad we could help. The RT-AX88U is an amazing router. Updates may have change the setup process by the sounds of it not enough to stop this video helping you out.
We have now moved over to UniFi (video in the pipe line) so hope you subscribed.
All the best Dave
@@BrenTeckITSupport What your doing is great keep up the work!
Hello. Great video but does this asus rt-ax88u work with a monthly paid subscription?
Hi NostalgicMoments, most if not all ISP’s are a monthly contract for x months, so I don’t really understand what your question is.
As long as you have a modem of some type and an internet connection this should work. Best is a cable or full fibre modem to avoid Double NAT that you may get from an ADSL modem.
Ie a router with modem only mode.
Hope this helps, happy to answer any other questions.
Dave
Which modems work with asus router?
Hi Agent Zoom,
Any modem will work should with it as long as it has an RJ45 Ethernet socket as its connecting port.
The compatibility problems arise when you are using a Router Modem that does not support Bridge mode, as this can cause a double NAT issue which may or may not affect you.
I hope this helps and hope you subscribed. I am working on an UniFi video and hoping to publish it within the next two months depending on how many more sponsored videos we get in the meantime.
All the best
David
Hi I have a DSL connection but the router doesn’t recognise that it is connected to the DSL splitter adapter, its not cables or anything. I have a RT-BE88U
..would you please measure the length of router with antennas included..
Enjoyed your videos very useful!
I recently bought one and followed your set up and it was working great!
I didn’t realise I could change my virgin hub to modem only so I tried that and eventually realised I had to clone the wan which then gave me internet to the router.
But now the WiFi doesn’t seem to be working properly. My desktop is connect via LAN which works fine.
I don’t suppose you might have any tips for me?
Hi Brad,
Sorry for the delay I have been very busy. I need a little more info about the wifi not working properly.
It may be best to have the 2 and 5 g smart networking and a separate 2g guest for older devices and smart home tech.
I had to do this as some devices don't like having the choice.
Glad you liked and found the video helpful let us know how you get on with it.
Kind regards and keep well
David
Hi, first time buying one of these, im having trouble finding the Internet cable port, or does it need to run with my Bell provider modem ? Please help. Thank you
Hi J.P.
You will have to go from your Bell Modem to the blue port ua-cam.com/video/kLBCAhgGefc/v-deo.htmlsi=diou4ynekICKFYrU&t=61
If you Bell Modem is a Modem router then put in in modem only mode if that is not an option you may have to use one of the yellow ports and hope Double NAT is not a problem.
Hope this helps
Dave
Hello can anyone help me please I set it up but no internet connection and red sign on router.
Hi Usman,
A little more info would help as we need to know your setup.
1. If you are using Virgin media, put the virgin hub in modem only mode and connect an ethernet cable to Lan1 on the virgin hub to the WAN port on the AX88U
2. If using BT ditch the BT hub if possible for the open reach modem using
PPPoE
Username: bthomehub@btbroadband.com
Password: password
3. Other providers may simply use ethernet from the modem and connect to WAN on AX88U
Openreach modem amzn.to/386sVvF
or any DSL Modem only router www.amazon.co.uk/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=brenteck02-21&keywords=dsl modem only&index=aps&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=ur2&linkId=3a819d17d156b768f683464ff82541ba
I hope this helps, please let us know how you get on
David
Can you create a video on making use of USB port on a router? Like hard disk as cloud sharing? Is that possible in this AX88U router?
Hi Vikas
Yes you can add a USB drive to the AX88U under USB Application
you have these options.
AiDisk:
Share files in the USB disk through the Internet.
Servers Center:
Setup the UPnP, iTunes, FTP and Network Place (Samba).
Network Printer Server:
The network printer server supports two methods: (1) ASUS EZ printer sharing (2) LPR to share printer.
3G/4G:
Switch to USB mode to use a 3G/4G USB wireless dongle or Android phone as a USB modem. Support
Time Machine:
Enable Time Machine functionality
Download Master:
PC-free download manager
Install
I will try and do a video about it for you but it may take a bit as I am still backed up with other work.
Subscribe and click the bell notification icon so you know when I next release a video
Next time I am doing a recording I will do yours at the same time.
Kind regards and keep well
David
@@BrenTeckITSupport thanks David.
Do yourself a favor a switch to the Merlin firmware 386.2_2. Way better than the stock firmware
Hi Placesandspaces,
At the time of filming, there was no Merlin Firmware for the AX88U.
I have had a look again because of your comment and it looks like there is one now. I might give it a go as I have here so many good things about the Merlin Firmware for other models. It's just time and so far I have had no problems with the stock firmware.
What are the advantages you have found in changing?
All the best and keep well
David
@@BrenTeckITSupport I have the ROG AX11000 so I am assuming the changes would be the same for your router as well. The difference I have seen is that CAKE QOS and FLEX QOS are now available. I have tried both and they are excellent. Really like FLEX because it doesn't slow down my speed yet my network still gets an A+ rating on DSLreports speed test. Also you can add Skynet Firewall to your router which has been really good and it works alongside the router's regular firewall. It now allows you to see the routers temperature which I don't think was an option before. There is a sub menu you can access using ssh. If you go to Eclipse Reviews UA-cam channel and look at his videos on the Merlin Firmware he does an excellent job of explaining some of the differences and how to access the sub menu through ssh (not too difficult to do). I have had literally zero disconnects since installing the firmware. I would bet if you run Merlin for awhile you won't be going back to the stock firmware. Everyone I have told about it that has installed it seems to like it a lot. If you end up installing it let me know what you think after you use it for awhile.
@@Placesandspaces35
Hi Placesandspaces,
Thanks for this, a good endorsement from you of the Marlin Firmware is sounded like it's worth a try especially if people are having problems with some devices and out of warranty. I am defiantly thinking about trying it, but as I have found the stock to be so good I am just relucted to give myself more work. Thow it would make for a great video.... Humm I will add it to the ever-growing list of jobs. Thanks, I guess lol. Although I am going to start looking into the UniFi equipment so.... I just wish I had more time.
All the best and keep well
David
@@BrenTeckITSupport The download of the firmware literally takes just minutes. I am not a tech savvy guy and I loaded it on to my router in about 5 ton10 minutes and haven’t looked back. Before you go to UniFi give Merlin a shot. It may save you from wanting to buy a new router. I had the AMPLIFI Alien router and switched to ASUS and although the Alien is very good it can’t hold a candle to ASUS with the Merlin firmware installed.
@@Placesandspaces35
Hi again, :)
Just looking at the site aga and see in BIG "Easy to install Just flash it like an original firmware update. Your existing settings will even be preserved."
Hummm, I know it's quick and simple to do and if it keeps all my settings so much more tempting I will let you know if I do. I will make a video when doing it as what the heck might as well.
Just so happy with how this one works and if it ant broke dot fix it in my experience and if firmware goes wrong I will have an excuse to go for UniFi. Just so many projects on the go and having fun playing just Humm well I might.
All the best and keep in touch
David
Does this support optical fiber connection. Didn't see a port for it
Hi Ramesherrabolu1590,
You connect your fibre converter straight to the Internet port and should be good to go.
If you have fibre phons then you will need to go though your ISP router first and then into a LAN port and you could then get Double NAT problems.
All the best Dave
Is it stable after the FW update ? I'am on the verge of deciding between this and the ac88. Currently I have no device that can support ax, but still would consider as it might be more future proof.
Hi Alma
I am on Firmware Version 3.0.0.4.384_9107 currently 30-06-2020 and only need to restart to make changes to the settings or messing around with the network. Current uptime is 8 days 3 hours and 30 minutes. I have been messing around with restricting an old server hence only 8 days but never restarted it due to dropped signal or service.
I really love the ASUS RT-AX88u amzn.to/3cN1EPL so far its been perfect and highly recommend it.
Yes, future-proofing is an advantage with this one should be giving us a good few year's fo service I normal only upgrade when a device fails so hope to get five years out of it.
Kind regards and keep well
David
I just bought this router! do you know if it's better than the AX86U?
Hi Kenneth
If you already got the AX88U don't bother looking elsewhere, for now, you will be very happy with it. Looking at the specs the AX86U might get faster internet throughput to fewer devices as it supports 2.5Gbps and only has 4 1Gbps Ethernet ports, plus you will need a 2.5Gbps internet connection to see any benefit. So if you dot have that speed coming in it will be slower all around. The AX88U is the best all-round router I can find for the Home\SHB.
All the best and keep well for 2021
David
I want buy it next week and replace my Archer C9. First problem with it is the range, which is insufficient for a larger than average apartment. The second one is that it has very limited sharing capabilities. I want to use it for uncompressed 4k Blu-Ray Movies (up to 90mbps bitrate) which the TPL can't match, my internet connection being 1gbps.
Hi Paul,
The range is so dependant on the environment so can't say for sure. I have installed many networks and building construction changes so much. One place I went to you could not get any signal thought their old front wall, I mean any single not even mobile or radio. The wall had wire mesh on both sides so blocked everything.
From memory, the TP-link Archer C9 is a nice reliable router. I had the C7 before the Asus ax88u. We have a three-bed two-storey detached house and get 5g signal in every room including the loft. The Asus AX88U is on one side of the house on the ground floor in the middle under the stairs. Not the best place to put a WiFi router but it works for us. We get signal in the back garden and just to the front door, only just. Now with insulation installed in the garage, the Netatmo camera can't keep a single and keeps dropping out. Lots changed since I did the router videos. So I also have the C7 in the loft as a switch for the solar panels and 2g only access point as a dedicated 2g network so I don't have to keep switching for 2g only equipment. Our C7 gives us good coverage but the ax88u give us even better.
Speed will not be an issue I tested it with 4 4k TVs streaming different 4k UA-cam videos at the same time and had two phones and laptops doing speed tests at the same time. All work perfectly and all speed tests showed our max 45mb download at the time as we had 50md connection. I couldn't get the connection to drop. If you do have a dead spot and you can run an ethernet cable you can use your old C9 as an access point if not take advantage of AiMesh and get a 2nd AX88U amzn.to/3cN1EPL or RT-AC88U amzn.to/2xYZkpx. I hope this helps. ua-cam.com/video/8WG4OxOaj0E/v-deo.html we also have a video on the way ua-cam.com/video/punlQilL2Y8/v-deo.html
All the best and keep well
David
@JScope Hi JScope,
You will need to use your current coax modem to get internet to the AX 88U.
If your current coax device is a dum modem then great just connect it to the WAN port and you are good to go.
If it's a Router modem combo you will have to put it into modem only mode. Otherwise, you will get a double NAT conflict. YOu can still work with that but it may cause problems down the line. Check with your provider for settings.
You probably will not get the full 1Gb down as normally providers say up to xx speed but you sound be close if not you may need a newer modem from your provider. Speeds are always a bit out so if you are getting 900Mb down consider that good. If you are getting 500Mb complain to your ISP.
The AX 88U should be about to handle your max speed for one device at a time but for each device you have, that speed will be shared between them. This is normal and will be the same with any equipment.
Asus does not state the max though put of the 88U, I believe it to be 1Gbs so you should be fine.
I have now moved to Unifi devices as I am now over the 64 fixed IP limit it can manage other than that it's a great piece of kit.
Hope this helps, please ask more questions if you have them and hope you subscribed.
Kind regards
David
I just bought the 82. I went through the setup just like in the video and it did nothing for my mbps, ping or latency. When I bought it, the guy at bestbuy told me that in order for it to work properly I'd have to contact my IP and get my PPP name and password. I did this and switched my WAN to PPPoe. Still getting the same numbers.
Hi James,
I have not tried the 82 so I do not know how good it is but these are settings you can try.
If you are changing form Automatic IP / Static IP to PPPoE you will need a modem such as TP-Link 300 Mbps Wireless N VDSL/ADSL Modem Router, Supports Modem Only Mode amzn.to/2NeQ3Bi or The DrayTek Vigor 166 VDSL/G.Fast Modem amzn.to/3q6002f! Unless your router has a built-in modem and the RT-AX82U does not. Your ISP may give you a new hub/modem which might be faster than what you already have.
You may also need to change your MTU and MRU settings, contact your ISP for the best settings. Some support staff may not know what you are asking about and may direct you to there community support page.
There is also the possibility that you are already at the capacity of the line speed.
I hope this helps.
Kind regards and keep well
David
@@BrenTeckITSupport Thank you for the reply.
Hi! 2 quick questions. Can you create vlans? Can you create a wifi guests?
Hi Ignacio,
Sorry to say the Asus AX88U does not do VLANs.
Yes, it does WiFi guest networks. In fact, I recommend that you set one up as 2g only for smart home tech.
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Or the UniFi Dream Machine All-in-One Router only has 4 LAN ports amzn.to/3A9Vsfs
More info can be found on our site www.brenteck.com/networking/
We also offer hosted controllers, manage and deploy networks remotely.
I hope this helps, all the best.
David
@@BrenTeckITSupport thanks!!
So the modem question. I have a Plusnet Hub one. Are there any good/cheap options other than the BT Openreach HG612 3B?
Hi Chris, Sorry for the delay in our reply we have lots going on here at the moment.
The TP-Link TD-W9970 amzn.to/3gnaElO has a modem only mode and I have found TP-Link products to be reliable. Here are the instructions on how to set it into modem only mode www.tp-link.com/uk/support/faq/1332/ I have not tried this one my self but for what I can read about it it should do nicely, hope this helps and kind regard Dave
Wasnt this guy in Spinal Tap? He has the amp that goes to 11.
Hi Tom,
I wish, the AX88U speeds do definitely go all the way up to 11, lol well 4804 Mbps to be precise.
Thanks for the smiles
David
Would the ASUS RT-AX86U 5700 LAN Installation be the same?
I am struggeling to get the Router Connecting to the Internet, though the Software from the Router connects some of my Devices to the Router... After 7 Hours it is really frustrating.
Should the WAN Set-Up via Modem be the same as for Wi-Fi? How do I prioritise WAN connection to My Desktop PC via LAN, over Wi-Fi?
I am getting to the Interface on the Router IP and Connecting various Devices to the Router Software, but not getting thriough to the Internet - Why? (Frustratingly I am having to Disconnet and reconnect my old Router to check and try find help - really annoying stuff after 7 Hours of wasted efforts)...
Hi Willem, Sorry you are having problems setting up the RT-AX86U the setup should be almost identical to that in this video for the RT-AX88U so probably best to factory reset both you modem and the RT-AX86U and start again and make sure your modem is placed in modem only mode first then just follow this video step by step. Make sure you know your ISP settings before resetting your modem-router/HUB.
There is no need to do setup on any device apart from the modem and the AX86U all devices should automatically find the AX86U and just work unless they have been custom configured at which point. Either reset all network settings to default or renter your customer settings to whatever you set on the AX86U.
I recommend quad9.net to use as your DNS so 9.9.9.9 & 149.112.112.112
The AX86U will assign all IP addresses and can set any static IP address you want, so no need to configure this at the endpoints, unless you know what you are doing with this. Best to leave all endpoints set to default for now ie dynamic IP so the DHCP server for example (192.168.1.1) on the AX86U can sort this out for you.
If you need any more help please ask with specific errors or problems and I will try to help.
If you are in Kent we can do a call out and set it all up for you see www.brenteck.com
Hope you subscribed as this really helps us.
All the best
Dave
Good day and pls can u do a video about the Link Aggregation on this router , i don't seem to find any explanation on how it work and how to set it up , thanks
Hi Blb
Yes, I will do, I have a back look of vides, Port forwarding is one so I will add it to the list. Just building a new editing PC at the moment to help keep up with workflow and new software for better quality so have a bit of catching up to do. If you subscribe and click the bell notification button you will be notified when I next upload a video and you can keep up to date with what I do.
Kind regarded and keep well for 2021
David
@@BrenTeckITSupport thanks and i look forward to it , cause i am planning to get this router but then i really want to know what all the features it have and how to benefit from it/them
@@blbhansel8226 Hi Blb,
Link Aggregation \ Enable Bonding (802.3ad) support for your wired client and then connect it to your Router's LAN1 and LAN2 port giving one device 2Gbps throughput or failover protection. You can find the setting under LAN, switch control.
I will still do the video but thought I will quickly let you know what it is and how to do it.
If you are in need of the router get it amzn.to/3cN1EPL and then have a play with the settings just take backups of setting first. Only hold off if budget or certain requirements are an issue. For normal home\SHB this will do everything you will need. It does for me, granted I have added two extra switches and a 2nd router as an access point to the mix but I have cables and cabled devices all over the place only have 7 ports free in total I am using about 22 ports.
Keep well and all the best.
David
@@BrenTeckITSupport thanks for the explanation , i will need to read it over some few times to get a full idea of it , but nevertheless i am looking forward to a video , and hope for it , be safe and hope all goes well
Maybe I'm missing something but HOW do I tell which devices are connected to the guest network on the web interface? I see a main list of all 50 devices I have on one screen. All smart home devices are set up on the guest network yet everything appears on one list. There is no distinction I can see that tells me which ones are on guest and which on main. I know which devices are set up on guest but it doesn't show this on the router status screen. I have 3 total networks set up: main, 5g only and guest. Device list is only divided by connection speed, not network.
Hi Bugatti
A very good question, I am sorry to say I do not think this level of information is possible with home-based networking equipment. No real good reason not to other than to have a price differential for enterprise-grade hardware such as UniFi; www.amazon.co.uk/gp/search?ie=UTF8&tag=brenteck02-21&linkCode=ur2&linkId=ac8389f5bec0fa8bf87f58a55072fb38&camp=1634&creative=6738&index=computers&keywords=unifi its work checking them out. Good value for money and work very well. I have just done an install using them and finding it to be a good bit of kit, especially for the money. But you have to know what you are doing to set it all up. It is not as much of a plug and play system, to get the best out of it there are more settings to configure. I will be doing a video on UniFi soon so please subscribe to get notified when it's out.
I hope this helps, sorry for the delay I have been very busy setting up the new UniFi network for a local charity.
Kind regards and keep well
David
How hot does this router get?
Hi Donaldson,
Like any electronic device it does generate some heat, the more data you put though it the hotter it gest.
Think of this router as mobile phone when gaming and charging in regards to top temperature. So it is warm to the touch but not hot.
I have a small 9" fan blowing across it as I am running two servers 24 7 with remote users so the router never gets a break and I wanted to give it a bit more airflow as it lives in a cupboard with lots of other electronics so the ambient air temp is higher in the cupboard than the rest of the room. Not the best place for it but the only one I have. Most people will level it on a desk or shelf so airflow should be sufficient and that is what it is designed to operate with.
I hope this helps, but regardless all routers will generate some heat so this really should not be an issue.
Thanks for watching and commenting keep well,
David
Since my house uses a cable for the internet connection, instead of a WAN cable/port, is there a way that I can still use this router for my house?
Hi Toe,
When you say you use a cable for internet I assume you mean Virgin Media, not BT? If so all you do is put you Virgin hub into modem only mode and connect LAN port 1 from the hub to the WAN port on the AX88U and you should be good to go.
WAN stands for Wide Aria Network ie some other network like you ISP Internet Service Provider. WAN IP address is set buy ISP somthing like 8.42.8.27 which can be Static or Dinamic.
LAN stands for Local Aria Netwrok ie in your own home network where you have a local set of IP address 192.168.1.1 to 192.168.1.254
The AX88U does not come with a built in modem so you will need some form of conection to the internet ie a home hub in modem only mode, a BT Openreach modem or faling that a standad home hub and jsut use a LAN port on the home hub to the eath the WAN or LAN on the AX88U depending on your setting I sujust usign the WAN port like I did in the video and try and turn off as many setting from the hub as you can.
I hope this helps.
Sorry for the delay I have been busy setting up new servers for some clients.
Kind regards and keep well
David
@@Redinade Hi Redinade,
Glad I could help, we have more videos on the AX88U on the way, so please subscribe and click the bell notification icon to keep up to date.
Kind regard and all the best.
David
What does remote admin allow? Does it allow access from outside the router / firewall? Or is access from the LAN considered remote?
Also, I didn't know "area" was spelled differently there "aria"?
Are you using a BT Smarthub as a modem? Doesn’t that give you double NAT? I did have the Asus RT-AC86U with Merlin firmware which I sold for a Ubiquiti Dream Machine, and the Dream Machine has fantastic user interface, a billion features, but it’s WiFi is crap and for gaming it’s really rubbish! So I’m thinking of going back to Asus and getting the RT-AX86U WiFi 6 router and put Merkin in it again. How have you found the wireless on your Asus WiFi 6 router?
Hi Marksapollo,
In the video, I did use the rubbish BT hub as I could not find my old Open Reach modem after we moved and had the hub from BT after we moved so had no chose at the time. Most home users will find that this is the quickest and easy way to get up and running, not the best but the quickest and easiest way.
I did have some problems because of it when dealing with servers such as a NAS and a PI. So I had to dig out the Open Reach modem and all is fine now. If only they allowed for modem only mode.
I have not tried the AC86U so I don't know how that compares. I also have had no luck with Merlin as the firmware I had blocked third-party update. I have heard good things about Merlin, but I can not speak from personal experience about it.
I do recommend the AX88U amzn.to/3cN1EP so far it has never let me down.
I hope this helps,
Kind regards and keep well
David
BrenTeck IT Support Thank you for your reply David, I use the old Huawei modem from Open Reach. The router I want to try is the AX86U, it’s the upgraded version of the AC86U and features wireless AC. I agree the Home Hub would be great if it could offer a modem only mode.
@@marksapollo Hi Marksapollo
I was meant to say that I have not tried the AX86U so can not comment on how it would be. I like the fact it has a 2.5G WAN port but after my disappointing experience with the ROG Rapture, I would not like to say how it would be when setup. If it also had 8 LAN ports on it I would be more interested in trying it instead of 4, I am running out with all 8 in my AX88U plus an extra 8 port switch. I will be having to get a new switch when I get 1 more device. Our smart home hubs are breeding.
Kind regard and keep well
David
BrenTeck IT Support Thank you David for your kind reply. I have a few smart plugs and echo devices, but then you have TVs and streaming sticks, printers.. yes these days wireless devices are breading at an alarming rate! I think the Asus router your testing will be a bit too big where it needs to go, hence my interest in the smaller device but I’ll certainly take your experience with Asus routers on board.
@@marksapollo Hi Marksapollo
You might want to also consider the Asus DSL-AC88U
amzn.to/3ipZJTB
Slightly slower then the AX88U but still looks like a good contender. You also should not need the BT Homehub or Openreach modem with this one if you are using someone other than Virgin.
All the best and keep well,
David
Which modem do you use?
Hi Ali,
I am currently using the old free BT Openreach modem amzn.to/39Mm0th as I am with BT or any other company reselling BT.
You can use the hub you have and turn it to modem only if possible. If not you can still use the current hub but it is not best as you will have a double NAT and other problems which may or may not affect you.
You could buy amzn.to/36JrSSm and use these settings www.tp-link.com/uk/support/faq/1332/.
If you are on Virgin then set the hub into modem only mode to get the best out of your connection and equipment.
I hope this helps.
Kind regards and keep well
David
Inexperienced question, is this an ADSL/DSL router with an RJ11 connection?
Hi Manic, this is a cable router so no inbuilt ADSL modem. You can connect an ADLS modem to it and it will work but you may get a double NAT issue.
You may be interested in the RT-AC88X ua-cam.com/video/8WG4OxOaj0E/v-deo.htmlsi=eOaRZwSpgJF8CqGq
which does have the inbuilt ADSL modem.
All the best Dave
@@BrenTeckITSupport brilliant, thank you for replying.
Hi Dave, i checked the router you recommended but it still has no RJ11 connection? or am i missing something?@@BrenTeckITSupport
@@Manic.miner2077 Hi Manic, this is the DSL-AC88U AC3100 version amzn.to/48S5B21 sorry for the confusion between the X and U version. They are the same just from the RJ45 ADLS modem is in the U verant and only has 4 LAN ports instead of 8.
All the best Dave
@@BrenTeckITSupportthanks for replying, really appreciate it. 🫡👍
The ASUS RT-ac5300 seems better to you? I'm looking for a router and I don't know which one to buy
Hi Antonine,
I have not tried the AC5300 and decided against trying it because it may be based on the ROG router which I has so many problems with. So I went for the RT-AX88U amzn.to/33pStRU and I am very happy with it. Neither have a built in DSL modem so that is something to consider. But the RT-AX88U is my goto recommendation. Fast, Stable and Reliable.
If you want one with a built in modem, a good one is the DSL AC88U amzn.to/3kl7SKd
I still prefer the AX as it has more LAN ports and is faster.
Thanks for watching, I hope this helps and keep well.
David
Will this router work with a talk talk fibre router ? If so what would be the best way to set it up ?
Hi Match,
Simple answer is yes it will work.
If you can set the talk talk router to modem only mode this would be perfect, if not you may end up having double NAT and other problems that may or may not effect you.
If you can not set the talk talk router to modem only custom set the IP address and DNS settings.
I hope this helps and wish you all the best for the new year.
David
so how does the RT-AX88U compare with a GT-AX11000 router???
Hi Greg,
Good question I have not personally tried the GT-AX11000 so I can not say what it is like. If it is based on the older Rog Router I would avoid it as the old AC5300 ua-cam.com/video/TTzKTsami_g/v-deo.html my review at the end ua-cam.com/video/TTzKTsami_g/v-deo.html?t=1028 was rubbish so I had to switch to the AX88U which has been great. Apparently, the Merlin Firmware fixed problems but I never tried it. I think at the time it was not officially supported.
You may be interested in the UniFi equipment as it's about the same price, more flexible and better quality but fare more technical to set up, amzn.to/3guLnT7 www.brenteck.com/networking/ I will be doing a series on this latter. I have now switched to UniFi as I have more devices than the ASUS can handle now over 60 ish Fixed IP Addresses.
I really recommend the UniFi Setup if you are serious about Networking Start out with the USG amzn.to/3cDOCXA, Switch amzn.to/3jfdoyl and 1 AP AC Pro amzn.to/2Zi2z5D then expand as needed.
For a small home setup go for the AX88U, you can add UniFi APs to it later if you have WiFi dead spots.
I hope this helps, kind regards and all the best
David
At my wits end with Virgin broadband! Paying for 100mbs. The most inconsistent broadband I've ever had. Engineers been to house to check equipment and all ok. Wondering wether to replace Superhub 3 with this router to see if it improves reliability!
Hi Paul,
The Virgin hub is a piece of junk. The best thing to do is put the hub into modem only mode and use the AX88U. You should then get your full speed and a stable connection.
If not it could be a line fault but as you have had engineers over this is less likely but still a possibility.
When testing connections use ethernet directly to the router. If that is not an option when using WiFi make sure you are in the same room as the router and connected to its access point, not any others you may have.
WiFi can always be flaky no matter what your equipment if there are outside factors such as fluorescent lights, microwave ovens and any other electrical spikes \ radiation. Not going to harm you or your equipment but could interfere with WiFi. Better equipment deals with this interference better but is always something to consider especially if there is a pattern to it failing.
I hope this helps, keep us posted if you get the AX88U amzn.to/3cN1EPL
All the best and keep well
David
i have a question. would this give you faster speed than you internet provider gives you since i have seen other people use this and get 2X the speed than they would normally get.
Hi Jagjit,
A very good question.
If you are only connecting one device via ethernet probable, not much difference and not worth it.
If you are using WiFi then yes, you probably will see a better more stable WiFi connection, therefor faster speed and with farther range.
The greater the number of devices you have both WiFi and LAN the bigger the difference between a free modem/router combo and a dedicated router. The more devices you have the more you need the AX88U I have about 40 devices running 24/7 without a problem.
Putting the ISP router into modem only mode also helps a lot as it can focus on one task, giving you internet access and letting the AX88U to handle the network. Some ISP routers don't let you do this which is a shame as it can limit what you can do. There are workarounds but a dedicated modem and separate rooter are best.
I hope this helps
Kind regards and keep well
David
@@BrenTeckITSupport wow, thanks.
I didn't know this.
Can you do a video on AiMesh
Hi Tony,
You can see the AiMesh setup video here ua-cam.com/video/punlQilL2Y8/v-deo.html.
Just had a quick look myself and I did not update the title screen from AC to AX, I love the old WiFi naming convention lol. Oh well, these things happen. I do hope you enjoy it and find it usual.
Kind regards and keep well
David
Should i buy this or the netgesr xr500 pro gaming router as im a hard core gamer
Hi FuriX
Defiantly go for the Asus AX-88U amzn.to/2EN2FLt at the moment the AX88U is on sale so the difference is only about £60
I have not tried the Netgear but look at the specs which I got from the manufactures, not resellers.
AX88U
802.11ac 2g(wifi5) (1024 QAM) : up to 4,333 Mbps
802.11ac 5g(wifi5) : up to 3,466 Mbps
802.11ax 2g(wifi6) : up to 1,148 Mbps
802.11ax 5g(wifi6) : up to 4,804 Mbps
256 MB Flash and 1 GB RAM
1.8 GHz quad-core processor
RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for WAN x 1, RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for LAN x 8
XR500
2g(wifi5 only) 800Mbps @2.4GHz-256QAM
5g(wifi5 only) 1,733Mbps @5GHz 11ac
Memory: 256MB flash and 512MB RAM
Powerful dual core 1.7GHz processor
Five (5) 10/100/1000 Mbps-(1 WAN & 4 LAN) Gigabit Ethernet ports
Kind regards and keep well.
David
@@BrenTeckITSupport thank you
What modem do you use for this because mine isnt working. Cant get the wan light to stop being red
Hi DlackDragonDeath, I use the BT Openreach modem amzn.to/386sVvF
Nothing fancy just gets the job done nice and simple if you can get one.
Make sure your user name and password are correct and that your ADSL filter is walking.
I hope this helps please let us know how you get on.
David
@@BrenTeckITSupport i live in the US... Do you happen to know of good options over here?
@@dragonslayer647 Hi BlackDragonDeath,
What type of connection do you have to the internet?
DSL (normally from a normal phone line) You will need an ADSL modem or modem router in bridge mode and an ADSL filter
Cable (normally from a cable provider for TV and internet) You will need a Cable modem normal the service provider one will do, might be built into your TV decoder.
Or Fiber (using optical cable, this is new and not very common yet)
Looking at Amazon.com for DLS modems looks like most are only 24Mbps very slow compared to the UK so any DLS modem will do including your providers so best to make sure that is working first and then see if it can be set to bridge mode/modem only. Then connect to your ASUS router's WAN port. If you can not get your DSL modem into modem only mode you may end up with double NAT which may or may not cause problems with some devices connecting to the internet.
You may have to talk to your service provider to get things up and running but I know a lot of ISPs do not want to help with 3rd party equipment because that will require helpline staff to know what they are talking about instead of just reading a script.
So you may end up with your ISP router setup as your gateway router and turning off its WiFi and using the ASUS as an access point only with its DNS function turned off so it works as an Acces point and switch only. If this is the case connect your modem to LAN 1 instead of the WAN port.
I hope this helps if you can answer what type of connection you have I might be able to help more.
All the best
David
Hi, with the review being 2 months old now. Would you still rate this router for gaming and streaming?
Hi Earl,
Yes, I love the RT-AX88U router amzn.to/3cN1EPL. I don't do much gaming but I do 4K HRD streaming and have cloud servers running without any problems.
I wish it came with a built-in modem like the Asus DSL-AC88U amzn.to/3482HIL. This is the problem changing between providers and the providers not giving good modems out.
The aX88u has better LAN and WiFi whereas the aC88u might have better down and up WAN because of the modern for none cable only (BT). Even running cloud servers I am OK with the speed I get as it's down to line quality so for me the AX is best. I am getting 43mbps down and 9mbps up with the line capable of 46mbps so the AX with the Openreach modem is not a bottleneck were as LAN traffic the AC would be.
So I would go for the RT-AX88U router amzn.to/3cN1EPL especially if you are with Virgin Media or have the Openreach modem but not essential as my video shows.
All the best and keep well
David
@@BrenTeckITSupport Thanks so much for the reply. I ordered the AX router and received it this evening! Looking forward to putting it to the test.
@@Earl78 Hi Earl,
Glad to hear it, let us know how you get on.
All the best and keep well
David
Hi I have a question, I'm going to be moving house soon and my new property is capable of receiving BTs 910mb speed. May I ask if I purchase this also, does this replace my BT router or is the Asus connected to original router provided by Internet provider? If anyone can help it would be much abliged.
Hi Liam
With Full Fibre installation BT will upgrade the master phone socket (the white box on the wall) and install an Openreach modem (ONT), which connects to the fibre optical cable that comes into your house.
The ONT enables you to get our fibre broadband and phone services and connects to your BT Smart Hub or you can connect the The RT-AX88U router amzn.to/3cN1EPL
www.bt.com/help/broadband/full-fibre/how-is-full-fibre-installed
All the best and keep well
David
@Liam Fenlon Hi Liam,
Your welcome glad I could help, let us know how it goes.
All the best and keep well
David
can you put ethernet cable straight into router ? does this make any difference
Hi LevNad,
Yes, you can simply connect it up using ethernet and set it up using the web interface 192.168.1.1 on any device or use the app on a phone or tablet.
Rember that ports 1 and 2 have the ability of link aggregation so keep that in mind when connecting everything up
Kinde regards and keep well
David
@@BrenTeckITSupport , thank you i oredered one ,..will set it up once i have received it..cheers
@@levnad4086 Hi LevNad,
Have fun with it and let us know how it goes.
Kind regards and keep well
David
How about the Asus RT-AC1300UHP router?
Hi RJ,
I would go for the AX88U it will be much faster and a know it to be an excellent router amzn.to/2XNhGUd.
The AC1300UHP is an older router now and it is outdated. It does not support WiFi AX(wifi6)
If you are wanting something slightly cheaper and for BT without using the Homehub or Openreach modem then look at the DSL-AC88U wifi 5 only but still an all-round better router amzn.to/30J2eur
802.11a : 6,9,12,18,24,36,48,54 Mbps
802.11b : 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps
802.11g : 6,9,12,18,24,36,48,54 Mbps
802.11n : up to 600 Mbps
802.11n TurboQAM : up to 800 Mbps
802.11ac : up to 1734 Mbps (wifi 5 only)
1024QAM (2.4GHz) : up to 1000 Mbps
1024QAM (5GHz) : up to2167 Mbps
2.4GHz
5GHz
1 x RJ11 for xDSL
4 x RJ45 10/100/1000/Gigabits BaseT for LAN
1 x RJ45 10/100/1000/Gigabits BaseT for WAN
USB 2.0 x 1
USB 3.0 x 1
G.fast Upstream: 500Mbps, Downstream: 900Mbps
VDSL2 profile 35b Upstream: 100Mbps, Downstream: 300Mbps
VDSL2 profile 30a Upstream: 100Mbps, Downstream: 200Mbps
VDSL profile 17a Upstream:50Mbps, Downstream:100Mbps
VDSL profile 12a,12b Upstream:22Mbps, Downstream:68Mbps
VDSL profile 8a,8b,8c,8d Upstream:16Mbps, Downstream:50Mbps
ADSL2 Upstream: 3.3Mbps, Downstream: 24Mbps
ADSL2 Upstream: 3.5Mbps, Downstream: 12Mbps
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The Specs for the AC1300UHP are
802.11a : 6,9,12,18,24,36,48,54 Mbps
802.11b : 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps
802.11g : 6,9,12,18,24,36,48,54 Mbps
802.11n 256QAM : up to 400 Mbps
802.11ac : up to 867 Mbps
2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
128 MB Flash
256 MB RAM
RJ45 for 10/100/1000 BaseT for WAN x 1
RJ45 for 10/100/1000 BaseT for LAN x 4
USB 3.0 x 1
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The Specs for the AX88U amzn.to/2XNhGUd are
802.11a : 6,9,12,18,24,36,48,54 Mbps
802.11b : 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps
802.11g : 6,9,12,18,24,36,48,54 Mbps
802.11n : up to 600 Mbps
802.11n (1024 QAM) : up to 1000 Mbps
802.11ac (1024 QAM) : up to 4333 Mbps
802.11ac : up to 3466 Mbps
802.11ax (2.4GHz) : up to 1148 Mbps
802.11ax (5GHz) : up to 4804 Mbps
2.4 GHz 4 x 4
5 GHz 4 x 4
1.8 GHz quad-core processor
256 MB Flash
1 GB RAM
RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for WAN x 1
RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for LAN x 8
USB 3.1 Gen 1 x 2
I hope this helps.
Kind regards and keep well,
David
Is this router considered a "gaming router: like the Asus AX5400?
Hi Rick,
Yes, it is. It has gaming VPN servers preloaded so you can choose which one you want to use as well as having a gaming mode where you can give priority to an individual device.
I hope this helps
Kind regards and keep well
David
Thank you for the response man
@@rickbeltran7365 Any time Rick,
If you do choose to get one please remember to use our link Asus RT-AX88U amzn.to/3cN1EPL as it helps to support the channel and let us know how you get on.
David
Огромный
thank you I am glad you liked my video
спасибо, я рад, что тебе понравилось мое видео
spasibo, ya rad, chto tebe ponravilos' moye video
@@BrenTeckITSupport себе заказал ax86u - он компактнее
@@vladimirfasyura8191 Hi Vladimir, Yes it is smaller but only has 4 LAN ports compared to 8 which I need on the 88U
Let us know how you get on with it, good luck.
Привет Владимир! Да, он меньше, но у него всего 4 порта LAN по сравнению с 8, которые мне нужны на 88U.
Дайте нам знать, как у вас дела, удачи.
Privet Vladimir! Da, on men'she, no u nego vsego 4 porta LAN po sravneniyu s 8, kotoryye mne nuzhny na 88U.
Dayte nam znat', kak u vas dela, udachi.
You made a serious mistake showing your MAC address to your viewers...
Hi Jynxed,
Thanks for pointing it out, I have updated the video and hopeful got it blurred out along with any other data. The rest of my security should keep the system safe and I do change setting after doing the videos.
If you ever spot something like the again please PM me so I can edit it out.
Thanks again and keep well
David
the worst router ever ... I wasted my money . it has a bad signal and often drops the 5 ghz signal and starts after 15 minutes
Hi Ulyze,
If you are having problems like this try factory resetting it, then doing a firmware update. If that does not help is it all devices or just one? If its just one look at that device as it could be the client at fault. If it's all devices make sure all the antennas are secured on properly. If you still have a problem then contact the seller and see if they can swop it as it could be a faulty router. I never have a single drop unless I am at the end of the garden.
I hope this helps.
Kind regard and keep well
David
I just bought this router and am currently having an issue. The app is saying WAN isn’t connected, but it is. Did I get a faulty router?
Hi Vorpal,
Is the WAN light white or Red?
If it's white, all is probably ok just. Check if you have internet over your network LAN or WiFi if so all is good. Just restart the app.
If it is red then you will have to check your settings. Make sure everything is plugged in and turn on. If using a DSL modem make sure you have the right settings for that as well. Check with your ISP
Here are some common WAN settings for the UK
Connecting with BT try and use:
Use an ethernet cable between lAN1 on the hub and WAN on the AX88U
Openreach modem amzn.to/386sVvF
or any DSL Modem only router in modelm only mode www.amazon.co.uk/gp/search/re... modem only&index=aps&camp=1634&creative=6738&linkCode=ur2&linkId=3a819d17d156b768f683464ff82541ba
Set to PPPoE
Username: bthomehub@btbroadband.com
Password: password
Connecting using Virgin Media:
Set the hub to modem only mode and use an ethernet cable between lAN1 on the hub and WAN on the AX88U
I hope this helps
Kind regards
David
@@BrenTeckITSupport Thanks! Sadly, I didn't get to read this before fiddling around and I think I "knocked" something into place, but don't know what, but it's working now xP (The light was red). Now I'm currently trying to figure out why my internet speeds are complete dookie when compared to my older router e.e
Hi, glad it is working now, sounds like it was a loose WAN cable.
You could of course have a damaged cable which could be temperamental causing connection and speed issues.
Leave it for an hour or two to settle down and re test the speed if it's still iffy swap out the WAN cable and make sure everything is firmly plugged in.
Let us know how you get on
David
@@BrenTeckITSupport I would be pretty sad if it's a damaged WAN cable, as I wasn't rough with it. When you say to leave it for an hour or two, do you mean have the WAN cable disconnected from both devices? Turn off both router and modem for an hour or two? Or both unplug the WAN cable and turn both devices off for an hour or two? Thanks again for the advice!
I mean just leave it all connected, setup and running. Dot play with the settings.
Are you using a BT Smarthub as a modem? Doesn’t that give you double NAT? I did have the Asus RT-AC86U with Merlin firmware which I sold for a Ubiquiti Dream Machine, and the Dream Machine has fantastic user interface, a billion features, but it’s WiFi is crap and for gaming it’s really rubbish! So I’m thinking of going back to Asus and getting the RT-AX86U WiFi 6 router and put Merkin in it again. How have you found the wireless on your Asus WiFi 6 router?
Hi Marksapollp
I hope you are well.
Yes at the time of filming I was stuck using the rubish BT Hub. Yes it did give some problems most I could work around but some of its restrictions did get in the way. I managed to find our old OpenReach modem which did the trick.
The WiFi is amazing both in 2g and 5g using WiFi 5 and lower due to the devices we have at the time. I now have two WiFi 6 cards in laptops and they also work perfectly. WiFi 6 will come into its element when WiFi smart home tech is more standard smart home WiFi mostly uses 2g to keep costs down. Penny pinching for no good reason WiFi 6 is great for smart home tech with the sleep and scheduling functions built-in.
On the whole, the AX88U is the best home router I have ever used so far.
Kind regards and keep well
David