The new update includes several security improvements

Mar 24, 2016 16:03 GMT  ·  By

ASUS has provided its RT-AC3100 users with a new firmware package, namely version 3.0.0.4.380.2697 beta, which changes SSH and Telnet default access interface, updates lighttpd server to 1.4.39, and more.

This new release updates WTFast core version to 1.0.0.4.16.0105, allows secondary GPN for WTFast advanced account, restricts access from WAN method to enhance security, and modifies access rights to specific port of UPnP server.

In addition to that, ASUS has also managed to add Vodafone profile in IPTV and support for new Router App features, as well as fix the GUI issue for reboot scheduler and the HTTPD/TelnetD/SSH restart problem spotted after LAN address changes.

Last but not least, users who apply this firmware build will benefit from auto dynamic port changing feature for the UPnP server in the event of conflicts, as well as from MU-MIMO option. However, keep in mind that the latter addition is still in a beta stage.

As for installation, save and unzip the downloadable archive, establish a wired connection between the wireless unit and your computer, and log into its administration page using the correct username and password. Now

Afterwards, simply go to the Firmware Upgrade section and use the newly extracted .trx file to upgrade your router. Still, don’t forget that interrupting the upgrade process in any other way can cause various device malfunctions.

Therefore, download ASUS RT-AC3100 Firmware 3.0.0.4.380.2697 Beta, take into account all aspects described above, and carefully apply the package on your router to stay “updated one minute ago.”