Posted: Wed Mar 10, 2021 23:16 Post subject: Linksys WRT32X Very unstable when changing settings
I've got a Linksys WRT32X running DD-WRT v3.0-r44715 std (11/03/20). The device seems very unstable at times.
Changing settings can cause:
- Web Interface not showing even after reboot. I have to factory reset
- Applying settings sometimes freezes the web interface. needs a reboot
- Wifi signal very weak until I reboot
- Applied settings rarely work without rebooting the device
Wifi settings as follows:
ath0 - Client Bridge (Routed), Auto (DHCP), AC-Only, WPA2 Personal PSK, CCMP-128 (AES)
ath1 - AP, Mixed, WPA2 Personal PSK, CCMP-128 (AES)
ath2 - AP, Mixed, WPA2 Personal PSK, CCMP-128 (AES)
If I manage to setup the device and get it working, its usually pretty stable. It's only when I need to change something I encounter problems.
I am WRT32x user and used wrt32x for 1 years. In the last year, some build was problematic which cause the httpd unstable when you logged in. You can try the recent build like DD-WRT v3.0-r45849 std (02/25/21). I used this build for more than 12 days without any problem. Please reset default after update.
Posted: Thu Mar 11, 2021 17:33 Post subject: WRT 32X
I also have been using DD-WRT on my Linksys WRT32X for the past couple years and yes, some builds are less stable than others.
I have found that every build will function for at least basic internet services but not always have all features working. Usually I will update to the latest Beta firmware and if that doesn't work with the configuration I want, I just revert back to a known working version and wait for future Beta builds. _________________ Linksys WRT32X - Firmware: r45420
IIRC, I thought ath0 was not supposed to be turned on/used or was that changed in builds? I have had varying stability issues myself, but usually just ends up no routing/WAN connectivity until a reboot.
IIRC, I thought ath0 was not supposed to be turned on/used or was that changed in builds? I have had varying stability issues myself, but usually just ends up no routing/WAN connectivity until a reboot.
You must've read a typo or misread, the one that's supposed to be disabled is ATH2 or WLAN2, depending on which version of the firmware (newer one changed the nomenclature). _________________ Router: Linksys WRT3200ACM WLAN0 and 1 have same SSID
88W8964 802.11ac WLAN0 Mode AP VHT80 80MHz Mixed Mode Channel and Extension Channel Auto Extension LL-6
88W8964 802.11ac WLAN1 Mode AP 20 MHz Mixed Mode Channel Auto
SD8887 802.11ac disabled but visible on GUI and CLI
TX Power 18 dBm
Antenna Gain 0 dBi
U-APSD (Automatic Power Save)Enabled
Protection Mode None
RTS Threshold Disabled
Short Preamble Disabled
Short GI Enabled
Single User Beamforming Enabled
Multi User Beamforming Enabled
AP Isolation Disabled
Beacon Interval 100
DTIM Interval 2
WMM Support Enabled
Radar Detection Disabled
ScanList default
Sensitivity Range (ACK Timing) 500 (Default: 500 meters)
Max Associated Clients 256 (Default: 256 Clients)
Minimum Signal for authenticate -128
Minimum Signal for connection -128
Poll Time for signal lookup 10
Amount of allowed low signals 3
Wireless security is WPA2 Personal CCMP-128 only
QAM256 is on
But OP has all three running, so I would think that would be the basis of their issues? It took me a fair bit of fighting to get my 32X working to the point of stability I have now so I can relate to their frustrations. Still, DD-WRT is leaps ahead of any manu firmwares so I would rather deal with these headaches then how gimped base firmwares are.
Concerning the GUI, check for any browser addons you may have or added recently (i.e. NoScript,HTTPS Everywhere,etc) and confirm your router ip address is "trusted" by any addons that block access. In the past I've had access to the GUI but when I Save/Applied the GUI would lock up and the changes would be lost.
The GUI appeared to be working as expected but "NoScript" would not allow my changes to be processed/delivered to the router. "Trusting" the router ip in NoScript fixes the problem.
This usually happens when I set up access to my router from another computer not remembering to trust the ip in certain addons or AV. Something to check . . .
I've upgraded the firmware to 46069 and it seems to have solved the problems I've been having. The web interface always shows without a factory reset. I've disabled the third radio.
However, This build has introduced another problem. The wifi drops at times. Should I revert to a more stable build like r44048?
I've upgraded the firmware to 46069 and it seems to have solved the problems I've been having. The web interface always shows without a factory reset. I've disabled the third radio.
However, This build has introduced another problem. The wifi drops at times. Should I revert to a more stable build like r44048?
Yes, with the 32X you'd probably want to keep stable only.
I had one of these that I retired because even though in theory it's just the same as the 3200ACM, builds didn't work as well for it, a lot more affected my 32X in weird ways.
I always kept the most stable one and upgraded maybe once or twice a year to the most stable versions. _________________ Router: Linksys WRT3200ACM WLAN0 and 1 have same SSID
88W8964 802.11ac WLAN0 Mode AP VHT80 80MHz Mixed Mode Channel and Extension Channel Auto Extension LL-6
88W8964 802.11ac WLAN1 Mode AP 20 MHz Mixed Mode Channel Auto
SD8887 802.11ac disabled but visible on GUI and CLI
TX Power 18 dBm
Antenna Gain 0 dBi
U-APSD (Automatic Power Save)Enabled
Protection Mode None
RTS Threshold Disabled
Short Preamble Disabled
Short GI Enabled
Single User Beamforming Enabled
Multi User Beamforming Enabled
AP Isolation Disabled
Beacon Interval 100
DTIM Interval 2
WMM Support Enabled
Radar Detection Disabled
ScanList default
Sensitivity Range (ACK Timing) 500 (Default: 500 meters)
Max Associated Clients 256 (Default: 256 Clients)
Minimum Signal for authenticate -128
Minimum Signal for connection -128
Poll Time for signal lookup 10
Amount of allowed low signals 3
Wireless security is WPA2 Personal CCMP-128 only
QAM256 is on
Ok, reverted to (alleged stable) r44048 build and still having GUI problems.
This is the process:
1. Factory Reset
2. Setup wlan1 to client bridge, AC Only, VHT80 (connecting to my ISP Router)
3. Setup wlan2 to AP, NG Mixed, Full (20 Hz), Auto Channel
4. The wlan2 interface never works at this point, it requires a reboot
5. Reboot router, although I can ping, SSH/Web GUI doesn't work.
6. Go to Step 1
I flashed to r46177 and the Web GUI is stable and I don't have to reboot to make the wlan2 appear. However, I get occasional drops, 2-3 times a day.
This all started when I upgraded to a beta build, r44715
I really wish I remember which build i came from so I can revert back!
I really should follow the rule, if it isn't broken - dont fix it!