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Opinions on the TP-LINK Archer AX23 (lemmy.ca)
submitted 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago) by hellfire103@lemmy.ca to c/selfhosting@slrpnk.net
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I'm looking to buy a router for home use, on which I plan to install OpenWRT. After some research, I have come across the TP-LINK Archer AX23, which checks all of the boxes I have:

  • [x] Comparatively low price
  • [x] Supports WPA3
  • [x] Supported by OpenWRT
  • [x] Has at least three LAN ports

However, before I and my dad go and buy one, it has to pass the final test: the forums.

Has anyone used this router before? What was your experience? Can I do better, or have I found the best router ever made? Please share your thoughts.

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[-] poVoq@slrpnk.net 4 points 3 weeks ago

I have a Tplink Archer C7, which works great with OpenWRT. I also have a gl-inet device, which is fine, but WiFi reception is better with the C7.

If you end up buying a gl-inet device, first check if you can flash a recent mainline OpenWRT image on them. The modified OpenWRT they come with out of the box is often based on an outdated version.

[-] jet@hackertalks.com 4 points 3 weeks ago

Gl inet devices have open WRT support out of the box, more first class experience

[-] TerkErJerbs@lemm.ee 3 points 3 weeks ago

Was coming here to say this. GL-Inet routers are awesome for the price. I have a Slate. Friggin love it.

[-] hellfire103@lemmy.ca 2 points 3 weeks ago

I'll consider it, but the Flint is a little more expensive than the Archer I found, and the Velica doesn't have enough LAN ports.

[-] gravitas_deficiency@sh.itjust.works 4 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago)

Tbh, if you’re really serious about getting customizable home infrastructure, just get (or cobble together/upcycle a thin client into) a 2-port router, a good switch (managed/unmanaged as your needs dictate), and a solid WAP.

[-] pezhore@lemmy.ml 4 points 3 weeks ago

This. My first serious network upgrade was splitting out the router/firewall, Wifi, and switching to a Ubiquiti Edgerouter Lite, 8 port Netgear managed switch, and a Ubiquiti AP Pro.

It ended up being around the price of a night hawk, but I had way better control over the firewall/NAT rules and it made future upgrades less painful as I could just target the switching vs WiFi for a change.

As a side note, nearly all wifi routers that I've come across can act as just a access point. My current setup is using the Orbi mesh wifi system to get a decent signal to my attic bedroom.

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