Configure your router to connect with Cloudflare DNS for improved performance and security.
Configure your router to connect with Cloudflare DNS for improved performance and security.
You're looking to configure your router to use Cloudflare's 1.1.1.1 DNS instead of managing it individually for each device. I checked online guides, but they didn't provide clear steps. You tried adjusting the WAN DNS manually on the router and entered the Cloudflare servers, but it didn’t work. Your ASUS RT-N66U model's settings are included in the attached screenshot. You may need to explore additional router settings or contact ASUS support for further assistance.
I understand you're looking for a clear explanation of the adjustments required. Let's break it down simply. If you need help understanding what needs fixing or improving, just let me know and I'll walk you through it step by step.
I believe DHCP is concealed beneath the "LAN" section. Try tapping on it and check for a tab named "DHCP". The DHCP server handles IP address assignments for devices linked to the router, and it also determines the DNS server these machines must employ. At the moment you've only adjusted the DNS server that the router itself uses.
Navigate to the LAN section on the left panel, and locate the DHCP option at the top. Within DHCP configurations, configure the DNS servers to point to Cloudflare. However, note that with your current setup, devices are relying on the router to act as a DNS server, which may prompt it to contact Cloudflare if it doesn’t have the necessary records stored.
Discussing cache means clearing your DNS records if they aren’t pointing to Cloudflare for previously visited domains. Execute the command in a terminal: ipconfig /flushdns
You need to adjust the DNS settings accordingly. For your desktop, ensure it points to 1.1.1.1 with the AS name Cloudflare. Check that your phone is set to use the same DNS server. The site you’re trying to reach should appear in both locations, but if not, verify the IP addresses and network configuration.
DNS should be configured to point to 1.1.1.1, which is the default server assigned for automatic IP assignment. It's usually best to enable DHCP for automatic IP setup across the network. You don't have to use 1.0.0.1 unless 1.1.1.1 isn't accessible. WINS is an older system and may be considered as a backup. It might also serve as a secondary DNS option, so you could test with 1.0.0.1 if needed.