: Ensure that you have the correct firmware version for your device. Back up your current configuration and understand that there's a risk of bricking your device if the process isn't followed correctly.
: Wireless performance is reported to be very stable, offering multi-gigabit link speeds for compatible clients. Flashing Instructions Summary w1700k openwrt exclusive
| Test Scenario | ASUS GT-AX6000 (Merlin) | Netgear RAX120 (Hacked OWrt) | | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | NAT Routing (1GbE) | 940 Mbps | 850 Mbps (CPU bottleneck) | 995 Mbps (Wire speed) | | NAT Routing (2.5GbE) | 1.8 Gbps | N/A (Unstable) | 2.35 Gbps | | WireGuard VPN (AES-256) | 350 Mbps | 280 Mbps | 850 Mbps | | SQM QoS (Cake) + 1Gbps | 250 Mbps (CPU 100%) | 180 Mbps | 800 Mbps (CPU 45%) | | Wi-Fi Range (5GHz, 30ft) | 400 Mbps | 380 Mbps | 620 Mbps | : Ensure that you have the correct firmware
This is : not vendor lock-in, but community lock-in . Flashing Instructions Summary | Test Scenario | ASUS
Trade-offs:
The stock firmware on the W1700K, while user-friendly and straightforward to set up, imposes several limitations. These include restricted access to advanced configuration options, limited support for third-party services, and a lack of granular control over network settings. Moreover, stock firmware often comes with bloatware and unnecessary applications that consume system resources, potentially affecting the router's performance and stability.