It’s got a dual-core 1.8ghz CPU and 512MB of RAM, with plenty of power for all but the most demanding uses. So if you’re planning to flash an open-source firmware, you should look elsewhere.
This tutorial also can be used for users who wish to manually install Merlin Firmware on Asus RT AC86u. Some open-source alternative router firmware projects allow you to just do a manual update using the original firmware file. Others need a more complicated approach, but generally, it is possible.Always check first, while you still have the original device firmware installed stock ROM. This is especially true if you’re using a device still under warranty and worry you will not be able to RMA or fix it for free in case something goes wrong. Here, we will have a look at how to do these things efficiently and safely.
- Not only these issues but also users follow the flashing process to downgrade and upgrade their device OSs according to their preferences.
- Upon rebooting, log in to your device again and check that the latest firmware version has been successfully installed.
- It’s always advisable that you backup your device Firmware after purchasing it.
- Make sure to check the ROM’s forum post for user-discussions and reviews before flashing the ROM.
- While the download link for officially supported devices is mentioned below, some of these ROMs may have an unofficial port available for other devices as well.
- The Qualcomm USB Driver is compatible with the Qualcomm Flash Tool and the Qualcomm IMEI Tool and can be helpful if you are trying to install firmware (ROM) on the device.
The InstallShield Wizard will complete the installation of the ASUS Wireless Router Device Discovery Utility tool on your computer. (3) Extract the contents from the downloaded ZIP file. In the folder, you will find the Discovery.exe file. Then press and hold the reset button for 5-10 seconds until your power LED light starts to flash. Then a pop-up message appears to ask if you want to reset your router. You will see a pop-up message at the upper right corner if any new version of firmware is available. But you should know that the Asus-Merlin only supports dual-band AC routers starting from AC66U_B1 to the top.
You can check out the forum post for discussions and community reviews. You can also have a look at some of the RevengeOS screenshots before flashing it.
You will get the official link to download Asus Flash Tool on the current page. We have shared it as a zip package, including the Tool, Driver, and Tutorial. Restoring the stock firmware on your phone could be very useful if you want to fix software issues, unroot, or want to take official OTA updates again. In this guide, I have covered the step-by-step instructions on how to download and install stock firmware on ROG Phone 2 using the RAW firmware file. These same instructions could also be used to unbrick your phone if has been soft-bricked. Further, you will also learn how to relock the phone’s bootloader.
