Question 1

Does this item have holes on the back of it so it can be wall mounted?

Accepted Answer

The router has holes on the bottom (when oriented as pictured) and so it mounts to the wall that way. The antennas can rotate and bend, so it is easy to make them not in the way when wall mounting the device.

Question 2

Would this Router be able to connect to a phone hotspot for an internet connection on my home network?

Accepted Answer

It appears that setting it up in "repeater mode" should give the ability to do so wirelessly.  However it's not clear if you can still use wired connections in repeater mode.  If you just need more range I think it would work.  I'm not sure if it can share the connection like a router normally would.  I think it will just be an extention of the wireless network from the phone.

Question 3

Is this router for cable or for dsl, or for both?

Accepted Answer

It can be used on either but it's just a router and not a modem.  You will still need a dsl or cable modem to connect to the internet.

This has been an outstanding router for my needs.

Question 4

Does this router support IPV6?

Accepted Answer

Yes the router supports IPv6 for your local LAN. Doubtful your ISP supports for your WAN though.

Question 5

I have an Xbox One and a Xbox 360. Apparently some routers cannot have open NAT types for more than one console. Will this one work?

Accepted Answer

Yes. At default settings no less. I have Xbox 360 and One and also PS3 and PS4 running through this with no problems.

Question 6

Would someone explain how to switch to DD-WRT, please?

Accepted Answer

go to dd-wrt site (cannot include link) then their database search and type ASUS in. This will give the listing. Select RT-N66U, as their the same in this aspect. Then use firmware flash download and follow directions to install the file. You will need a flash drive or NTFS formatted external hard drive. Download both files, but use the firmware flash FIRST. The rest is in the directions with the download.

Question 7

Would someone like to explain how to change over to DVD-WRT, please?  Thanks!

Accepted Answer

I actually purchased this router with the same thought in mind... however, decided to stay with the original firmware form ASUS...  I was really not sure how to go about reloading with DD-WRT firmware.   It actually has worked fine and I've had no issues with the ASUS Firmware.

I did however purchase another ASUS-N66U (the only difference is this one was Black) on Ebay where someone had already loaded it with DD-WRT. I also operate that one in another location and it works fine too.  However, I really can't tell a difference between the ASUS firmware and the DD-WRT firmware...  so I would recommend just stay with the ASUS Firmware.

If you have to go with DD-WRT website and follow the directions... it certainly look intimidating to me though...

Brand	ASUS
Model	RT-N66W

Standards	IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IPv4, IPv6
WiFi Generation	Wi-Fi 4
Wireless Standard	IEEE 802.11n
Security	64-bit WEP, 128-bit WEP, WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise, WPS support
WPA	WPA2
WAN Ports	1 x 10/100/1000M
LAN Ports	4 x 10/100/1000M
LEDs	1 x Power 1 x WAN 4 x LAN 1 x USB 2 x Wi-Fi
Buttons	Reset, WPS, Power
Wireless Data Rates	N900 / Up to 900Mbps
Frequency Band	2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
Antenna	3 x Detachable antenna
Interface	2 x USB 2.0
VPN support	PPTP, L2TP, IPSec
Power Supply	AC Input: 110V~240V (50~60 Hz) DC Output: 12V with max. 1.58A current
System Requirements	Windows 10 86x64 Windows 8.1 86x64 Windows 8, 32-bit / 64-bit Windows 7, 32-bit / 64-bit Windows Vista, 32-bit / 64-bit Windows XP, 32-bit / 64-bit Mac OS X Linux
Dimensions	1.40" x 8.15" x 5.86"
Weight	0.99 lb.

ASUS RT-N66W Dual-Band Wireless-N900 Gigabit Router

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