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-If using SVN13450 (Eko Big) which still has swap enable option, you can manually enable UPnP with these commands in your start-up script : 
- nvram set wan0_primary=1 
- nvram commit 
'''Recovery Mode''' '''Recovery Mode'''

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ASUS RT-N16 :

Image:Rt_n16_209.jpg

Specs :

Stock Power Supply = 12V - 1,25A max (**)

Ethernet Ports = WAN x 1 RJ-45 for 10/100/1000 Base T, LAN x 4 RJ-45 for 10/100/1000 Base T

Antennas = 3 x external detachable antennas

USB ports = USB2.0 x 2

WiFi Operating Frequency = 2.4GHz ~ 2.5GHz

802.11n Draft = up to 300Mbps

802.11g = 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54Mbps

802.11b = 1, 2, 5.5, 11Mbps

Unit RAM = 128 MB (2x 64MB - Samsung K4N511163QZ-HC25 or 2x 64MB - Samsung K4T51163QG-HCE6)

Unit Flash = 32 MB (MACRONIX MX29GL256EHTI2I-90Q)

Unit CPU = Broadcom4718A, 533 MHz (Factory clocked to 480MHz)

Unit Switch Chip = Broadcom BCM53115SKFBG

Color of LEDs = Blue

Installation :

1. Do a factory reset in the Asus GUI. Let the router reboot. Disconnect all cables (WAN, USB, etc.) and plug the Ethernet cable from your PC into the LAN1 port on the router.

2. Download the latest initial firmware located here : [1] *mini*.trx, BrainSlayer's one.

3. Using Internet Explorer (IMPORTANT), Flash the downloaded firmware file through the router's GUI at http://192.168.1.1/. This process takes about 60 seconds. Asus factory default username/password is admin/admin.

3. ALTERNATE - I was unable to get the initial firmware flashed on a stock router containing the latest RN-16 firmware. Alternatively you can use the ASUS Firmware Restoration Utility (included on router CD or downloadable from [2]) to flash the initial firmware. Install the application, load up the initial firmware, then unplug the router, and replug it in with the black RESTORE button depressed. The power light should now be blinking slowly, meaning the router is in restore mode and ready for the new firmware. Upload and wait for router reset. This was the only method that allowed me overwrite stock firmware. Follow remainder of instructions normally. -ApatheticNow

4. After the reboot from flashing, wait for the device to show the password change screen for DD-WRT. Enter root as the user and anything for the password as you will do the user/pass procedure again after the final flash.

5. Do a Factory Reset to clear the NVRAM. This is located under Administration -> Factory Defaults in the DD-WRT Web-GUI, or open up a telnet session to your router and type erase nvram followed by the command reboot (This is the preferred method). You will be presented with the password change screen again after this step is complete.

6. Download and flash the full featured Firmware [3] under Administration -> Firmware Upgrade. NOTE : in the Firmware Upgrade Tab where it says "After flashing, reset to" choose "Reset to Default settings".

7. For the final flash (Upgrade), it is wise to walk away for ~5 minutes while the Mega Firmware is flashing. This ensures all NVRAM variables are successfully loaded by the Kernel before the user configures.

8. Enjoy DD-WRT on the RT-N16 ! Also, please think about donating to DD-WRT as we are an open-source community and charge nothing to turn sub $100 consumer routers into $600 -$1000 commercial grade routers.

Uninstallation : - If you ever choose to do so

1. Download the latest ASUS firmware from Asus's site. Go to ftp://ftp.asus.com.tw/pub/ASUS/wireless/RT-N16 with a client FTP.

2. Rename the asus file from .trx to .bin

3. Go into the DD-WRT firmware upgrade page, set it to reset defaults, and select the ASUS firmware you renamed.

4. After the flash finishes, and you see the ASUS GUI, do a Factory Reset to clear the NVRAM.

5. Try to enjoy ASUS's firmware, and keep missing DD-WRT. (you can just flash back to dd-wrt if you ever want)

Current Known Issues and Bugs :

  • UPNP is currently not working for the RT-N16, so for now leave the feature disabled unless you want a full CPU Load. FIXED with SVN trac Changeset #13527
  • Access Restriction with MAC-Filter doesn't work on Asus RT-N16. FIXED trac Ticket #1319 (as of 12/18/09)
  • On this router reset button will only bring you to recovery mode. If you wish to restore defaults, use Red WPS button while plugging power in. Post By Eko

Other :

Overclocking

By factory default the cpu is clocked at 480 MHz and the Ram at 240 MHz. Overclocking at CPU 532 MHz / Ram 266 MHz can be achieved with these commands in a Telnet/SSH session :

nvram set clkfreq=532,266
nvram commit
reboot

Note : some users have had overheating issues, so adding a fan may be a good idea if you want to try the overclocking.

More informations here with pictures to prevent overheating issues with heat sinks :

http://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=69261 and

http://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=70202 or

http://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?p=442803 again

http://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=73175&highlight=rtn16

Note : other instability issues may also arise from overclocking. Overclocking is NOT a good idea.
Note : See also Overclocking_BCM_47xx_CPU's for more info.


Recovery Mode

This router does have a recovery mode if ever needed for flashing, and to access it, press the reset button, then plug in power, and tftp the firmware you want to flash. Don't forget to do a Factory Reset in the GUI before and after every flash to make sure you don't have any nvram problems or conflicts. On this router reset button only brings you to recovery mode. If you wish to restore defaults, use wps button while plugging power in.

If you have bricked your Asus RT-N16 :

http://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?p=388920#388920

Special thanks to Eko for making this possible !

See also :

(**) Note : A higher amperage about the power supply (adapter) for the Asus RT-N16 is possible. Please take a look at this : http://www.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=77149

Links :