Asus ET8 UK release Hello all I live in the UK and I was about to order the Asus XT8 Mesh system but then I read about the newer model ET8 that was released...

[UK Sentinel]

Meshlou wrote:

I will be ordering the XT8 next week, should I updating the firmware. Which is the problematic version. Thanks all Lou

For the ASUS ZenWiFi AX (XT8) it seems the only good (stable) firmware is release 42095

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[Meshlou]

Thanks UK Sentinel. Hopefully that will be out of box firmware. Is there an automatic update that will kick once switched on.

By the way what’s with the prices, yesterday £307 on Amazon, today £399!

Last week, £307 pre order on Scan, today £409!

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[UK Sentinel]

Th price increase is most odd, usually a few months before ASUS release a new product (ZenWiFi Pro ET12 and XT12) the older kit drops in price.

Maybe a chip shortage driving up prices again.

The ASUS ZenWiFi AX (XT8) during set-up will do an Auto – update, but this can be stopped and the firmware can be downloaded from here

https://www.asus.com/Networking-IoT-Servers/WiFi-6/All-series/filter?Category=Whole-Home-Mesh-WiFi-System

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[dodgydrains]

Meshlou wrote:

Thanks UK Sentinel. Hopefully that will be out of box firmware. Is there an automatic update that will kick once switched on. By the way what’s with the prices, yesterday £307 on Amazon, today £399! Last week, £307 pre order on Scan, today £409!

The auto update will update the FW to the latest, which is currently 43181.  If you want to update to a specific firmware (i.e. 42095) then this would need to be done on each unit individually.

The out of box firmware for each of my orders and replacements were very early firmware from last year.

With regards prices, they are going back up on most sites.  As UKSentinel mentioned it must be something to do with chip shortages.

You can also try Amazon Warehouse which is usually decently priced.

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[Meshlou]

Thanks again.

Out of the box, how do I disable autoupdate, or will the app prompt me.

Guessing the older firmwares will be on Asus’s site for manual update?

Lou

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[dodgydrains]

The app did not try to auto update the firmware for me

The only firmware currently available from ASUS website are 42095 and 43181.  The older firmware prior to 42095 are not there anymore

Even if for some reason the app did auto update, 42095 firmware is available to download manually

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[Meshlou]

Hi All

Go the XT8 and quite happy so far. Had couple of Zoom meentings on out of box firmware, and that was fine. Had one disconnection which resolved itself in couple of minutes.

Have upgraded to 42095 and will update how I get on.

By the way interested in getting one of these wall mount units, as they would be ideal for me. Anyone got one and can confirm whether they fit the XT8

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/233767216611?_trkparms=ispr%3D1&hash=item366d9ca5e3:g:9dwAAOSwQOdfoNNe&amdata=enc%3AAQAGAAACoPYe5NmHp%252B2JMhMi7yxGiTJkPrKr5t53CooMSQt2orsSRAQR8FABHjfpFoyRlXhWmSsnflzPh0Dgd%252FvWWbWILyarDKCozOvjrDGpzHXz5szeqTuKm5U8P4os46uxsdl%252F6%252FtUfCte2MgC8GzK24dPY%252BwfAlI5AMA%252FZgIibS7nKviZqygPv%252B5Q7NkbhK%252F7%252ByPekElvAMol%252Fr3iAkjA%252BTW02xGhZ2F86X1FqOulowF77SM1ooWMiuiHRq4ptBieigTaK4WJAV0fSkdKnWyaVU4AkEcJeIGWLw66xd%252BY2%252B0bmh8V49ftmLrIMvoikp6w1STr5283GzuWGPERvi3iizpL0v0P0MBtxuMf7Awn1PkzWSq8MsADaN%252BcJAC%252B7Z1CWUyCBBnR03RKJRsZRRasypr3QRc3n5fL%252BcM647UmPbbkO4rsoNdMZ9FHbgUDpfcNz%252FsYaOCJ8v46ZZXBx%252B5i10e%252BOPDgvqFpJY0swOKOpUohdi3wTPNw3p0p47U42WHxXJVjcYSKHxhHmJIRJ3hh2le1Q%252Fo5fSPZvnyE%252FaPGOl71%252BBHdky1go6lgLy317FHqZnQsziWBoQ7qSPwVZI8dNTIoWnORD%252FkTldR9co8cj3lxcJGLJ2g4br1tGHKQwj0QHozrDGsEPXS6pSIXsZNCtirimka77DqTu41O0TMi9ecUjWnQQGrKtcFOeqKk7fPjHuKt3twcot0blaVTCw0MBl79v0BqGPQsH4qxsC%252BM%252BZydrCnOeab5iLCKojn4bglUjRcc6jHyav%252Fw7NcRd4eycr6j4fuOin80gagIHiEoYN9x%252BZMUsEMp3HGNZER71MddhXgbM9j0iP3GlGl%252FxTOZs%252BC7Q8sHT8APZ%252B184yD1xF1Yyi69Fgne%252FlcXn%252FCyFZQh0SkkoQ%253D%253D%7Campid%3APL_CLK%7Cclp%3A2334524

Thanks again

Lou

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[UK Sentinel]

Also on Amazon and rates well but router seems to be not easily removed from bracket after mounting due to retaining clips and 90° Ethernet cables maybe better suited .

https://www.amazon.co.uk/ZenWiFi-Whole-Home-Tri-Band-Bracket-HOLACA/dp/B08MDTB2HG?th=1

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[Grisu]

Clips are only on the backside, lift up in front and remove by pulling forward.

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[Meshlou]

Thanks , very useful.

Lou

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[Skalamanga]

Duplicate post

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[Skalamanga]

 

The ET12 is USA exclusive according to the last paragraph in the link of UK sentinel’s post (can’t quote message, get an error)

 

 

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[UK Sentinel]

I know the ET8 was not destined for the UK, but was under the impression that the ZenWiFi Pro ET12 and XT12 was going to be an EU/UK release ?

But I do write so much I sometimes forget what I say

Edit: Just checked my emails with ASUS and they definitely say ….

( currently, we plan to launch ET12 in EU in the beginning of next year.  )

Plans can change

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[Skalamanga]

UK Sentinel wrote:

I know the ET8 was not destined for the UK, but was under the impression that the ZenWiFi Pro ET12 and XT12 was going to be an EU/UK release ? But I do write so much I sometimes forget what I say Edit: Just checked my emails with ASUS and they definitely say …. ( currently, we plan to launch ET12 in EU in the beginning of next year. ) Plans can change

The link you posted says the XT12 will launch in other regions, but the ET12 will be exclusively available in the USA. Any chance you could ask your contact for clarification?

I’m looking for a wifi6e router or access point, ideally with 10gbe copper. The only one I’ve found is the archer ax206, but no availability info on that either.

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[UK Sentinel]

Can you provide link to that post so I can correct it ?

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