Question 1

Which version is this? A1, B1, C1, D1?

Accepted Answer

It is version B1.  I removed the stock firmware and install DD-WRT for the Asus RT-N12 vB1.

Question 2

i cant get access to the internet through the router by wireless or through ethernet cable. what do i need t do?

Accepted Answer

The problem may be broad.  Try to isolate the issue.  when you power on the router do all the lights - light up and are green?  If no, then the router is faulty.  If yes then try to connect an ethernet cable from one of the ports labeled LAN (1 - 4), not the one label WAN to your tower or laptop.  Make sure your tower or laptop is set to receive IP's dynamically.  Find the RUN box usually located when you click on the Windows Button.  Type CMD, (C:Windows\System32\cmd.exe) Type ipconfig /all and you will get info on your network settings.  Make sure to scroll up and take a notice on the line that reads: IPv4 Address.............You should get something like the following: 192.168.1.XXX,or 192.168.0.XXX.  If not then the router is faulty.  On another PC that has internet you can go to YOUTUBE and type "How to set up a Asus router." for additional help.

Question 3

I need to connect up to 15 WLAN devices and 5 LAN devices in my 2,000sq.ft house. Will the router be able to handle that? (My current router is from 2006 and can NOT handle all connections).

Accepted Answer

I've used this to simultaneously connect 4 LAN and 8 WLAN without issue, but I flashed over the fw to use DDWRT.

Question 4

Thanks Patrick & Roberto.
Toastman's Tomato will do a treat on the B1.
Gonna order one and put good firmware on it.

Just kidding, Patrick . . . . . maybe? LOL

Accepted Answer

I bought refurbished ASUS RT-N12 did NOT work from the day I received. The return fee is too expensive and not worthy to do that.

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