Download Download ASUS RT-AC68R AsusWrt-Merlin Firmware 386.4 Beta 1 for OS Independent Free

This AsusWrt-Merlin firmware The main goal of development is to enhance the original ASUS firmware, fix bugs and add new improvements.This package includes a Customized firmware for ASUS routers Brings various changes without modifying the original firmware interface.

system:

—— new: Added support for RT-AX86S (using the same firmware as RT-AX86U).
—— new: Added wireguard kernel module + user space tool to HND model firmware image.
—— new: IPv6 support of OpenVPN server. It is allowed to connect through the IPv6 of the WAN, and the LAN client can also be accessed through its IPv6 (redirecting IPv6 Internet traffic does not work).
—— renew: Merged with GPL 386_45958.
—— renew: Curl to 7.79.1.
—— renew: vsftpd to 3.0.5.
—— renew: Openssl to 1.1.1l.
—— renew: wget to 1.21.1.
—— renew: Nettle to 3.7.3.
—— renew: dnsmasq to 2.86.
—— renew: Openvpn to 2.5.4.
—— renew: to 0.4.5.11.
—— renew: miniupnpd to 2.2.3-git 20211017.
—— renew: Inadyn to 2.9.1.
—— renew: CA is bound to 2021-12-13.
—— Change: Replace jitterentropy-rngd with hasged. It uses more resources, but works fine on older platforms, and usually takes up less CPU in regular use. This applies to all router models.
—— Change

: Switch the dnsmasq encryption backend to Nettle.
—— Change: Switch to ASUS’ own dhcp hostname support. The existing dhcp_hostnames entry will be converted on the first boot.
—— Change: Now miniupnpd will be provided with public WAN IP to improve compatibility with double NAT settings.
—— Change: Disabling Auto DoH will now also disable Windows’ new Specified Resolver Discovery (DDR) feature.
—— stable: The default gateway in the openvpn client routing table may use the wrong interface.
—— stable: The generated OpenVPN certificate uses SHA1 signature instead of SHA256 (returned from 386.1)
—— stable: Various issues of protocol handling when importing ovpn client files.
—— stable: IPv6 does not work in dual WAN mode.
—— stable: Failed OpenVPN client connection may sometimes be stuck in the “Connecting” state.
—— stable: NTP sometimes cannot be updated at startup when using IPv6.

Install

-Simply refresh it like any regular update. You do not need to reset to the factory default settings (see the note below for exceptions). You can restore the original ASUS firmware at any time by flashing the firmware downloaded from the ASUS website.
-If the firmware upgrade fails, please try to restart the router to release enough memory, do not insert any U disk, and then try to flash again.
-If you encounter any problems after the upgrade and you have not done so, please also try to restore the factory default settings.
-Always read the change log, as forced reset will be mentioned there when necessary.
-In all these cases, do not load a saved copy of the settings! This is the same as not resetting at all, because you only need to re-enter any invalid settings you want to get rid of. Make sure to create a new settings backup after reconfiguration.

notes:

-For the following situations, it is strongly recommended to reset to the factory default settings after flashing: updating from more than 3 old firmware versions or switching from Tomato/DD-WRT/OpenWRT firmware

Installation Precautions:

-This custom firmware can be applied like any regular update.
-You do not need to reset to factory default settings.
-You can revert to the original ASUS firmware at any time.
-Do not load a copy of the saved settings.

About router firmware:

Before you consider downloading this firmware, please go to the router’s system information page and make sure that the currently installed version is neither updated nor matching this version.

Due to the wide variety of router models and different methods to upgrade the device, it is strongly recommended that you read and understand the installation steps before applying the new firmware, even if you are an advanced user.

In theory, these steps shouldn’t be too troublesome for anyone, because manufacturers try to make them as simple as possible, even if they are not always successful. Basically, you must upload the new firmware to the router through its management page and allow it to be upgraded.

If you install a new version, you can expect a higher level of security, solve different vulnerabilities, improve overall performance and transmission speed, enhance compatibility with other devices, increase support for newly developed technologies, and other changes.

If you are looking for some security measures, remember that it is better to use an Ethernet cable instead of a wireless connection to perform the upload, as the wireless connection can easily be interrupted. In addition, if you wish to avoid any malfunctions, please make sure not to turn off the router or use its buttons during the installation process.

If this firmware meets your current needs, please obtain the required version and apply it to your router unit; if not, please visit our website as often as possible to avoid missing updates that can improve your equipment.