http://www.myopenrouter.com?src=articles_rss MyOpenRouter - Latest Articles Wed, 24 Apr 2013 20:18:57 GMT admin@myopenrouter.com MyOpenRouter 60 http://www.myopenrouter.com/brand/router/community.gif http://www.myopenrouter.com?src=articles_rss http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/46341/How-to-Set-Up-a-VPN-On-NETGEAR-R6300-with-OpenVPN-and-DD-WRT/?src=articles_rss <img align="right" hspace="10" src="http://www.myopenrouter.com/imagelib/contentitem/46341/11d1def534ea1be0--208af8b3-13d4220b124--6f7a742863405.jpg">This is a fact: everyone's Internet freedom and privacy are at risk. Through SOPA to PIPA to the "six strikes" rule and frivolous lawsuits, the government, ISP's, the MPAA, the RIAA (and the list goes on) have shown that they definitely want to track your every move online. I support a free and open Internet, but in a world where ISP's can't be trusted, one has to take matters into their own hands. One simple way to do this is with a personal VPN service -- an inexpensive and simple method to protect your privacy online. I talk a little bit about exactly what a VPN is in a previous article , along with some basic instructions for setting one up through a home router using either Tomato or DD-WRT firmware. The L2TP instructions found in that article should work for most providers with the R6300. However, many users will likely prefer to use OpenVPN , as it generally offers the best performance and is the industry standard for VPN security. IVPN has an excellent guide comparing the benefits of OpenVPN versus the other two methods (although I personally feel L2TP is fine also). So, if you have an R6300,...<div><a href="http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/46341/How-to-Set-Up-a-VPN-On-NETGEAR-R6300-with-OpenVPN-and-DD-WRT/">[Read more]</div> R6300 DD-WRT Thu, 07 Mar 2013 00:04:58 GMT Peter Redmer http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/46341/How-to-Set-Up-a-VPN-On-NETGEAR-R6300-with-OpenVPN-and-DD-WRT/#discussion?src=articles_rss http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/46341/How-to-Set-Up-a-VPN-On-NETGEAR-R6300-with-OpenVPN-and-DD-WRT/?src=articles_rss http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/46049/Inside-the-NETGEAR-R6300-JTAG-Pinouts-USB-TTL-Extension-Pics...-Plus-DD-WRT-Kong-Mod-is-Coming/?src=articles_rss <img align="right" hspace="10" src="http://www.myopenrouter.com/imagelib/contentitem/46049/39e706a46ad531be--1a3d9de-13d11f7fb45--7e98-337597919.jpg">I recently received a brand new R6300 from the folks at MyOpenRouter. Since there hasn't been any guide on unbricking, I'm going to show you some pics from the inside of the R6300! I'm not going to write a full review or unbricking guide here, as the unbricking process works exactly as described in the WNR3500L unbrick guide. The pinouts can be taken from my pic. Note: When powering on, you have to be really quick to press CTRL+C in order to get to the CFE prompt -- the WNR3500L is a bit slower here. As for technical information -- as other sites have already published a lot of info, I'm going to post only a few specs that I haven't found in other places. This unit has 64K NVRAM space, which is pretty cool and allows users to store a fair amount of config values in flash. It has two flash chips: one 2MB serial, and one 128MB NAND flash. The 128MB allows users to store a whole lot of functionality in the future. I already have a set of features in mind that will be integrated into the firmware :) I have also added a little extension cable...<div><a href="http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/46049/Inside-the-NETGEAR-R6300-JTAG-Pinouts-USB-TTL-Extension-Pics...-Plus-DD-WRT-Kong-Mod-is-Coming/">[Read more]</div> R6300 Networking DD-WRT Tue, 26 Feb 2013 22:20:14 GMT Kong http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/46049/Inside-the-NETGEAR-R6300-JTAG-Pinouts-USB-TTL-Extension-Pics...-Plus-DD-WRT-Kong-Mod-is-Coming/#discussion?src=articles_rss http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/46049/Inside-the-NETGEAR-R6300-JTAG-Pinouts-USB-TTL-Extension-Pics...-Plus-DD-WRT-Kong-Mod-is-Coming/?src=articles_rss http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/45775/Quick-Review-and-Specifications-of-NETGEAR-D6200-DSL-WiFi-Modem-and-Router/?src=articles_rss <img align="right" hspace="10" src="http://www.myopenrouter.com/imagelib/contentitem/45775/39e706a46ad531be--fbd4737-13cdfc2711a--1623993948297.jpg">The NETGEAR D6200 WiFi Modem Router delivers next generation WiFi at 300+867 Mbps speeds. With a built-in ADSL2+ modem, it creates a high-speed Internet gateway with speeds up to 3x faster than 802.11n. The D6200 with simultaneous dual band enables HD streaming and is ideal for larger homes with multiple devices. Advanced features include ReadySHARE &reg; Cloud ** , which allows for remote access to a USB hard drive. NEXT GENERATION WIFI - Up to 300+867 Mbps GIGABIT WIRED - Ideal for HD gaming &amp; video CABLE OR FIBRE - Also connects to Cable modem via Gigabit Ethernet WAN port WIFI RANGE ULTIMATE RANGE - WiFi coverage throughout your home SHARING DLNA &reg; - Find &amp; play your media on DLNA TVs &amp; game consoles ReadySHARE &reg; USB ACCESS - Wirelessly access &amp; share USB hard drives READYSHARE &reg; PRINTER - Wirelessly access &amp; share a USB printer READYSHARE &reg; CLOUD ** - Access &amp; share USB hard drive remotely RELIABLE CONNECTIONS SIMULTANEOUS DUAL BAND - Reduces interference for better connections to more WiFi devices ADVANCED QoS - Optimised for smooth HD streaming &amp; gaming EASE OF USE EASY INSTALL - Easy setup for iPad &reg; , tablets, smartphones &amp;...<div><a href="http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/45775/Quick-Review-and-Specifications-of-NETGEAR-D6200-DSL-WiFi-Modem-and-Router/">[Read more]</div> Networking Fri, 15 Feb 2013 23:14:05 GMT NETGEAR http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/45775/Quick-Review-and-Specifications-of-NETGEAR-D6200-DSL-WiFi-Modem-and-Router/#discussion?src=articles_rss http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/45775/Quick-Review-and-Specifications-of-NETGEAR-D6200-DSL-WiFi-Modem-and-Router/?src=articles_rss http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/44819/Review-of-DD-WRT-App-for-Apple-iPhone-iPhone-5-iPad-and-iPod-Touch/?src=articles_rss <img align="right" hspace="10" src="http://www.myopenrouter.com/imagelib/contentitem/44819/39e706a46ad531be--14f55f38-13c3fdcff39--29af-6265821.jpg">Even the most seasoned DD-WRT veteran can appreciate when a solution comes along that makes managing one's router an easier, more portable task than accessing it through a desktop web browser. Similiarly, users who are newer to DD-WRT have been asking for an easier way to configure their setup for quite some time. Fortunately, Darren Jones of DAP Logic comes to the rescue with a recently revamped version of his DD-WRT app for iOS devices, which I fell in love with immediately. (Disclaimer: Darren was kind enough to give me access to the final beta for purposes of this review.) What is the DD-WRT app? Simply put, this app is designed to make managing DD-WRT enabled wireless routers a little bit easier and friendlier, as well as give users that ability right in the palm of the hand. The application essentially does two things. First, it provides many simplified, stylized screens that can be used to perform various functions (e.g., rebooting the router) or check the status of the router (e.g., bandwidth usage, connected clients, etc.) Second, the app provides a handy window into the DD-WRT web interface embedded right within. Getting Started I found the setup on this app...<div><a href="http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/44819/Review-of-DD-WRT-App-for-Apple-iPhone-iPhone-5-iPad-and-iPod-Touch/">[Read more]</div> News, Rumors and Gossip Tue, 15 Jan 2013 20:41:20 GMT Peter Redmer http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/44819/Review-of-DD-WRT-App-for-Apple-iPhone-iPhone-5-iPad-and-iPod-Touch/#discussion?src=articles_rss http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/44819/Review-of-DD-WRT-App-for-Apple-iPhone-iPhone-5-iPad-and-iPod-Touch/?src=articles_rss http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/42724/Review-of-NETGEAR-WNDR3400v2-N600-Wireless-Router-With-DD-WRT-Availability/?src=articles_rss <img align="right" hspace="10" src="http://www.myopenrouter.com/imagelib/contentitem/42724/39e706a46ad531be--3ab1872-13aa8b911ab--3a37431141586.jpg">The NETGEAR N600 - WNDR3400 may be listed on the lower end of the latest routers available from NETGEAR... but we got a chance to give the WNDR3400v2 a spin and were quite impressed with it! It comes with most of the extra features the more expensive routers from NETGEAR have, such as a wireless guest network, live parental controls and their NETGEAR Genie App. It also boasts, and in our tests proved out, a wireless range similar to the WNDR3700 and WNDR3800 -- which in those tests, was much higher than our trusty WNR3500L router I have used for a couple of years. Basic Setup of the WNDR3400v2 NETGEAR makes it very easy to setup and connect to the router once you have it installed and powered up. They provide a setup wizard and the NETGEAR Genie app that takes you through the steps needed for basic operation. If you are connected to the router via wired Ethernet, then going to http://www.routerlogin.net/ in your web browser (or for advanced users, 192.168.1.1) still works as well. If you wish to setup the router wirelessly, they have the name and password for the router on the pastic bag the router comes...<div><a href="http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/42724/Review-of-NETGEAR-WNDR3400v2-N600-Wireless-Router-With-DD-WRT-Availability/">[Read more]</div> Networking DD-WRT Wed, 26 Dec 2012 16:24:01 GMT Brandon C http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/42724/Review-of-NETGEAR-WNDR3400v2-N600-Wireless-Router-With-DD-WRT-Availability/#discussion?src=articles_rss http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/42724/Review-of-NETGEAR-WNDR3400v2-N600-Wireless-Router-With-DD-WRT-Availability/?src=articles_rss http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/44062/How-to-Set-Up-OpenVPN-On-Your-Android-Phone/?src=articles_rss <img align="right" hspace="10" src="http://www.myopenrouter.com/imagelib/contentitem/44062/39e706a46ad531be-5a3a1465-13bb001666c-7ac4-642231018.jpg">Sticking with the theme of Internet security, I recently became interested in securing my mobile Internet connection with a VPN as well as my connection at home. Fortunately, most VPN providers are aware that users need multiple connections with a single account, and both providers I've tried personally allow for this. This means my connection to my VPN can be active at home, plus I can be out and about on a 4G mobile connection and still remain protected. Here's how to make it happen. You won't believe how easy it is. DISCLAIMER: Every VPN provider is different, and the tutorial I include here works for my provider of choice, and may very well work for several others, if not most of them. However, you should read your VPN providers' documentation carefully to determine if alternative or additional steps are necessary to use this app correctly. This tutorial WILL NOT WORK FOR EVERY SETUP and rather is meant to give a good idea of what it takes to get one going. Get a VPN Account Yes, that's right. Not everything in life is free, and you'll have to pay for a quality VPN connection. It's worth every penny. One of...<div><a href="http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/44062/How-to-Set-Up-OpenVPN-On-Your-Android-Phone/">[Read more]</div> MyOpenRouter Lounge Networking Fri, 21 Dec 2012 18:00:00 GMT Peter Redmer http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/44062/How-to-Set-Up-OpenVPN-On-Your-Android-Phone/#discussion?src=articles_rss http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/44062/How-to-Set-Up-OpenVPN-On-Your-Android-Phone/?src=articles_rss http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/44086/How-to-Set-Up-the-5-GHz-Wireless-Connection-On-NETGEAR-R6300-Using-DD-WRT/?src=articles_rss <img align="right" hspace="10" src="http://www.myopenrouter.com/imagelib/contentitem/44086/39e706a46ad531be-5a3a1465-13baf5e8a09--6c87-67730104.jpg">Here's the way I recommend to set up your R6300's 5 GHz wireless connection in the new build of DD-WRT (available for download here .) The first step is to log into your router's GUI in your browser of choice at the 192.168.1.1 address, and head to the Wireless -&gt; Basic Settings panel. Change the Wireless Mode to AP, and then click on the Save button. Then, change the Wireless Network Mode to AC and N(5GHz) and click the Save button. Next. change the Channel Width to 80MHz and click on the Save button. Change the Wireless Channel to 44 and click on the Save button. Change the SSID of the 5GHz wireless interface to the name of your choice, then click on the Save button. Now click on the Apply Settings tab. When you do this, your clients will now be able to connect to this AP, and no wireless security is currently set up. It's strongly recommend that you set up wireless security. First, go to the Wireless Security page and the default settings will look like this. Change the Security Mode to WPA Personal and the WPA Algorithm to TKIP. You will then need to create a...<div><a href="http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/44086/How-to-Set-Up-the-5-GHz-Wireless-Connection-On-NETGEAR-R6300-Using-DD-WRT/">[Read more]</div> Networking Tue, 18 Dec 2012 19:08:07 GMT Tathagata Das http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/44086/How-to-Set-Up-the-5-GHz-Wireless-Connection-On-NETGEAR-R6300-Using-DD-WRT/#discussion?src=articles_rss http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/44086/How-to-Set-Up-the-5-GHz-Wireless-Connection-On-NETGEAR-R6300-Using-DD-WRT/?src=articles_rss http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/43334/How-to-Set-Up-a-VPN-on-DD-WRT-and-Tomato-Also-Why-You-Need-a-VPN/?src=articles_rss <img align="right" hspace="10" src="http://www.myopenrouter.com/imagelib/contentitem/43334/39e706a46ad531be--3d18f74d-13b205db1e9-23ad-1710218749.jpg">Privacy on the Internet was killed off for many -- if not most -- people a very long time ago. Virtually everything one does online can be tracked... and track they do, whether they tell you or not. This is becoming even more obvious with the imminent " six strikes " rule, coming soon to the good ol' US of A (the supposed land of the free.) The gist of the new program is that most major ISP's in the US will begin openly monitoring the internet activity of their users, as if they haven't already, and various punishments will be doled out to users deemed to be visiting sites that violate copyrights. Supposedly, this will start with a e-mailed warning, then progress to being required to take an online "education" course that sounds much like attending what I refer to as "naughty driver's school" to mitigate the consequences of a traffic ticket. Of course, we all know what will really happen is that repeat offenders will find their favorite websites blocked and connections throttled or terminated entirely by their ISP's. In a free and open Internet, this is completely unacceptable. I hope you will join me in fighting against...<div><a href="http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/43334/How-to-Set-Up-a-VPN-on-DD-WRT-and-Tomato-Also-Why-You-Need-a-VPN/">[Read more]</div> MyOpenRouter Lounge Setup / Configuration Networking Mon, 26 Nov 2012 23:10:44 GMT Peter Redmer http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/43334/How-to-Set-Up-a-VPN-on-DD-WRT-and-Tomato-Also-Why-You-Need-a-VPN/?textpage=2#discussion?src=articles_rss http://www.myopenrouter.com/article/43334/How-to-Set-Up-a-VPN-on-DD-WRT-and-Tomato-Also-Why-You-Need-a-VPN/?src=articles_rss