WD HDD not going to sleep
Hi I've two HDDs plugged into my ASUS, a 1TB Seagate and a 1TB WD HDD. The Seagate will spin down into sleep mode after 5mins of inactivity but the WD will spin on forever. Does anyone else have the...
View ArticleClient list does not update
I am trying to set up parental controls and have just noticed that many clients are not listed on the network summary or parental controls even though they are connected and working fine. I'm running...
View ArticleAC66U Media Sharing
I have a question about file sharing within my home network using the AC66U. My set up: Panasonic internet Plasma TV (living room) ps3 Western Digital My passport 2tb external hard drive (media source)...
View ArticleInformation Overload - Help Needed
I feel really dumb right now. I'm actually fairly well versed in tech compared to my peers but I did the recommended reading and I am more confused than when I started. I'm looking at this link :...
View ArticleVPN and Network Shares
I'm having trouble getting my VPN connection setup in such a way that I can see my network shares. I'm successfully getting connected to the VPN but I just cannot see any network shares or network...
View ArticleMedialink N Router-150 or Asus N66U
Hi - I'm looking for some advice and recommendations for my inlaws. They have been having tons of problems with maintaining their internet connection and phone service. Comcast came out and found the...
View ArticleCorrect way to use a router?
New member here. Looks like a nice place. :) I've had a home-based network for some time, and recent changes have me re-evaluating it. I think I may have made an incorrect assumption. Setup: DSL coming...
View ArticleVPN and Network Shares
I originally posted this in the ASUS RT-AC66 section as that is the router I'm using but perhaps it's better suited for here so... I'm having trouble getting my VPN connection setup in such a way that...
View ArticleIPTables- Why Does this not work ?
Hi I have an smtp relayhost on one IP of my network. (relays mail for two dedicated servers I have elsewhere). I got report of spam today but I've been thorough the logs and have examples of the spam...
View ArticleRT-N66U & Airplay & Range Extender Problems
Hi there, First time post: Im having a few issues with a range extender i just bought today. I have an RT-N66U with Merlins .354.27 build firmware and im really liking it. The only problem i had was...
View Article5ghz pretty much useless
i have the latest firmware from asus installed. really like the range and connection speed of the 2.4ghz band. that is top notch. now the 5 ghz is useless. the connection speeds are crap compared to...
View ArticleCannot upgrade
Hi there, Version 270.25 has been running great for some time, until today I tried to update to latest beta (354.28b1) when "firmware upgrade failed" sign appeared. Tried with latest stable (270.26b)...
View Articleqnap vs synology vs other and other general advice
I have a very general question. I will be taking college coursework in networking soon. It will enable me to get free Microsoft server software for educational purposes. I plan to install Windows...
View ArticleEA6300 Review
I just completed reading the EA6300 smart router review and found very informative. Last month I purchased this router to upgrade from a Linksys WRT54GL and found the EA6300 had less power out....
View ArticleQuestion about powerline - why is upload faster than download?
Newbie here, first post as well. Here is my setup: Just got Fios in April with their latest Actiontec router and 75/35 service situated in the living room. Have a D-Link av500 Powerline Adapter going...
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Channel setup/wifi issues :(
I just recently tried cleaning up my small network cabinet that I have in my house. I ended up having to buy a new router (Asus RT-N66U) as my E4200 broke (my daughter thought it was funny to stomp on...
View ArticleSome assist with port forwarding w/telnet?
Yep! I do have a server that requires access via telnet (don't ask). I have my RT-N66U w/merlin 354.27b configured as follows: Name Port-Range Local-IP Local-Port Protocol telnet 23 192.168.x.y 23 both...
View ArticleDual Band Wireless Repeater AirPlay compatible
Hi there As the tile says really, I currently have a asus rtn66u setup and fully working but I have a dead spot that I need a repeater for. I just tried the to link wa830re which worked great for...
View ArticleAC66U has severe lag spikes
Hi, I just bought the AC66U. My roommates were gettting severe lag spikes on the 5Ghz channel. I tried changing the channel, channel width, transmit power, disabling UPnP, disabling enhanced...
View ArticleNAS Choice and Configuration Options
I recently discovered this forum and am hoping for advice on updating my current NAS setup. I'm computer literate but generally muddle my way through network issues. I have a ZyXel NSA-220 configured...
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