Software – Advanced settings
We only test routers rarely, usually if they bring any significant news. The last time, for example, it was an Asus router with WiFi 6. The first home router with a 10-gigabit connection is now coming to the market from the same manufacturer, using RJ45 and SFP+. The slow 1 Gbps cable connection was the drawback of WiFi 6 routers, and this is what the new RT-AX89X eliminates. Thanks to 10 Gbps connectors, the home network is thus entering a new era.
Software – Advanced settings
In the advanced settings you can adjust wireless as well as wired networks. It is worth mentioning the 160 MHz channel and OFDMA settings.
When configuring the WAN, you can change which of the ports will serve as the WAN and also enable dual WAN if you want a redundant connection, or possibly faster.
The main important changes in the administration are the ones in the operating mode, the possibility of FW update, saving and resetting the settings, or controlling the fan with which the AX89X is equipped.
- Contents
- Package and specifications
- 10 Gbps network – pitfalls and solutions
- Software – General settings
- Software – Advanced settings
- Test methodology
- Test results
- Conclusion
