Stable Ethernet gateway available.
Stable Ethernet gateway available.
I assume it's not handling wifi since you said you have a seperate AP. That's a dual core ARM processor in there but your problem could be more software based than hardware. Like, before spending money, I'd try tossing DDWRT on that router rather than the ASUS WRT it's be running with.
The issue is that I won't have access to it for another month or two, so any stability I achieve would only last that short.
Purchase an EdgeRouter X from the provided link and a smart switch such as the Netgear GS108-E.
According to my limited grasp, DDWRT isn't very current on most routers. You might not need specialized gear for a solid DDWRT setup. The Edgerouter works well even without it.
The Edgerouter isn't designed to work with DDWRT as I understand. It's interesting how many routers support DDWRT, thanks to their online database listing compatible models. DDWRT essentially adds advanced features to a basic consumer product. Whether it works well depends on the router's capabilities. Honestly, you might be seeing an Edgerouter. Since it's aimed at home users and small businesses, it should handle most tasks. Compared to the $200 wireless router I purchased earlier, it seems more affordable.
I would choose an EdgeRouter Lite 3 for the router. Then connect a gigabit network switch according to the number of ports required for your wired equipment. I’ve used the ERL-3 before and really enjoyed it—it’s been the top choice I’ve made.