expired Posted by johnny_miller | Staff • Oct 11, 2024
Oct 11, 2024 5:03 AM
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expired Posted by johnny_miller | Staff • Oct 11, 2024
Oct 11, 2024 5:03 AM
Refurb Linksys Routers: 2-Pack MX8000 Tri-Band AX4000 WiFi 6 Mesh Router System
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Range - Same on all (2700 sq ft)
CPU - Same on all (Qualcom IPQ8174)
RAM - MX4000/MX4200 could have either 512MB (V1) or 1GB (V2) and LN1301(MX4300) has 2GB
Antennas - Appears to be the same on all (8 internal)
Wifi Speeds - 2.5Ghz same on all, 5Ghz 2x2 same on all, 5Ghz 4x4 the MX4000 only can do up to 2200mbps while the MX4200/LN1301 can do 2400mbps
Another thing to mention is that the LN1301 actually has 1GB of flash. From what i can find on all models its split into two partitions each containing a copy of the firmware. After 5 failed boots it switches to the secondary/backup partition to boot. So usable flash on MX4000/MX4200 should be 256MB and LN1301 is 512MB.
because I had purchased the three pack version AX12600 (3 * Mx4200). It is terrible. The mesh connection always slow and not able to connect.
then I read the review says, there are two version of this v1 & v2 , apparently the v1 i having a lots of issues (the one I got). v2 might have fixed it, but there is no way knowing which version you got until you received it.
Can these really be refub or just label refurb once foxcon belkin learned how quickly woot sold the others?
Can't imagine people still need WiFi upgrade after all the deals but maybe. If staying on stock these are probably safer to assume updates.
I'm still happy with my LN1301 still on stock for now
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Adding more devices adds latency, and since most people are gamers that isn't ideal.
These Linksys routers with DD-WRT have firewall and VPN protection. For most home users those controls are enough. DD-WRT will supply security patches over time.
If you're running some server that's outputting tons of data and your life has you constantly traveling the world, then you probably need more control over your network, then dedicated VPN/Firewalls might make sense. You're basically running your home like it's a small business at that point.
Linksys, Netgear, Asus, TP-Link names have been around for so long that I'm not sure if something is better in quality over the others.
Facing router issues for the past 1+ week. Constant signal drops. Trying to see if these cheap routers will just work out of the box.
Adding more devices adds latency, and since most people are gamers that isn't ideal.
These Linksys routers with DD-WRT have firewall and VPN protection. For most home users those controls are enough. DD-WRT will supply security patches over time.
If you're running some server that's outputting tons of data and your life has you constantly traveling the world, then you probably need more control over your network, then dedicated VPN/Firewalls might make sense. You're basically running your home like it's a small business at that point.
GLiNet routers have advanced routing, DNS, Firewalls, adguard, and VPN Server and client plus more, all built in the OEM firmwares which are updated frequently and only cost around 60 bucks. They are WAYYYY faster than any custom firmware router to top it off. They actually speed up your network if you use these things as they are stocked with processors and memory that are purpose built for high speed VPN connections and routing.
The Brume 2 is using OpenWrt. It says it on their product listing page on their own website: "Brume 2 runs on open-source OpenWrt firmware". LOL
The Linksys runs on custom firmware too just like the Brume 2. It runs DD-WRT or OpenWRT. I'm sure the Brume 2 does have a custom gui and more add-ons specifically handling VPNs and the like.
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The Brume 2 is using OpenWrt. It says it on their product listing page on their own website: "Brume 2 runs on open-source OpenWrt firmware". LOL
The Linksys runs on custom firmware too just like the Brume 2. It runs DD-WRT or OpenWRT. I'm sure the Brume 2 does have a custom gui and more add-ons specifically handling VPNs and the like.
Processor speed is one tiny piece of the equation it's all about the architecture of the chip and the memory and cache available as well. The dual core processor in the Brume 2 smokes these things. GLiNet Router firmware from the OEM is based on OpenWRT which is what makes them incredible and you get long term support and frequent patches and updates through the manufacturer without having to customize anything. The difference is that the Brume 2 is built open source so the hardware is fully enabled by openWRT. When you load custom firmware on a closed source router you don't have full access to the hardware acceleration and wifi profiles as they are guarded by Linksys proprietary standards and not publicly available. You give up performance for features when switching from stock to custom firmware.
the MX4300 uses IPQ8174 which are 4 cortex-a53 cores.
they customize the cores but even then I seriously doubt 2 a53 cores smokes 4 a53 cores.
the MX4300 uses IPQ8174 which are 4 cortex-a53 cores.
they customize the cores but even then I seriously doubt 2 a53 cores smokes 4 a53 cores.
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