Id there a way to control transmission power? I live in a small apartment and I would like to lower it so it doesn’t blast through the entire building

Good on you for not using up more of the spectrum than you need. Some people only think of themselves rahter than only broadcasting at the power they need for quality results. You are the kind of neighbor I want. In the professional tab you will find setting levels for each band. You can get more granular (I believe) with the Merlin version of the software which is endorsed by Asus and will not void your warranty. And yes, you should make sure you disable WEP, change the administrative name and password (which should be really tough) and set a new ssid and complex passwords for WPA2 encryption.

What is the maximum number of nodes that can be added to an AiMesh network?

After 7 nodes there aren't much improvements in terms of performance.

Why is the asus rt-ax92u considerably more affordable than the asus rt-ax88u??

hi Chris, I think it's a supply and demand thing and Asus pricing. Prices on all routers seem to be changing daily. With more people working from home and needing networking equipment, router pricing was crazy for a few months, but seems to have settled down a bit now. The ax88 is older (released in 2018) and has more wired ports and accounts for some of the price difference but not all of it. ax92 was released late 2019. Both good routers IMO, I would lean more toward the ax92 as it's a bit newer and will likely get firmware updates sooner than the ax88. Good luck with you choice.

I wish to confirm the rt-ax92u will mesh with the rt-ac88u? (i have 2 meshed now)

I have the rtac880u and have it meshed with 2 rtax92u as repeaters so there is only 1 SSID and it works well.

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ASUS AC2900 WiFi Gaming Router (RT-AC86U) - Dual Band Gigabit Wireless Internet Router, WTFast Game Accelerator, Streaming, AiMesh Compatible, Included Lifetime Internet Security, Adaptive QoS

ASUS AC2900 WiFi Gaming Router (RT-AC86U) - Dual Band Gigabit Wireless Internet Router, WTFast Game Accelerator, Streaming, AiMesh Compatible, Included Lifetime Internet Security, Adaptive QoS

Product ID: 45760817

Details

Brand
ASUS
Color
Black Red
Compatible Devices
Personal Smart
Connectivity Technology
Ethernet USB
Frequency Band Class
Dual-Band
Included Components
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📶2900 Mbps Dual-Band Speed

🛡️Lifetime Trend Micro Security

Description

🚀 Level up your network game with ASUS AC2900 — where speed meets security and control!

SMART MESH COVERAGE - AiMesh compatibility lets you expand your WiFi effortlessly, creating a powerful, unified network across your home or office.
TOTAL CONTROL ON THE GO - Manage your network, set parental controls, and get instant alerts with the intuitive ASUS Router app—anytime, anywhere.
BLAZING FAST DUAL BAND WI FI - Experience seamless 2900 Mbps speeds with cutting-edge 802.11AC MU-MIMO tech for ultra-smooth streaming and gaming.
ROCK SOLID NETWORK SECURITY - Built-in Trend Micro protection guards your entire network 24/7, neutralizing threats before they reach your devices.
NEXT LEVEL GAME OPTIMIZATION - WTFast accelerator and Adaptive QoS prioritize your gaming traffic to crush lag and dominate every match.

The ASUS RT-AC86U AC2900 WiFi Gaming Router delivers ultra-fast dual-band wireless speeds up to 2900 Mbps powered by a 1.8GHz dual-core processor and MU-MIMO technology. Designed for gamers and streamers, it features WTFast game acceleration, adaptive QoS for lag-free performance, and lifetime Trend Micro internet security. With AiMesh compatibility, USB 3.1 Gen1, and a user-friendly ASUS Router app, it offers robust coverage, advanced network management, and top-tier protection for all your connected devices.

Specifications

ASIN	B0752FD3XJ
Antenna Location	Security
Antenna Type	Retractable
Best Sellers Rank	#45,387 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #1,195 in Computer Routers
Brand	ASUS
Built-In Media	Quick start guide, RJ-45 cable, RT-AC86U networking router, power adapter
Color	Black, Red
Compatible Devices	Personal Computer, Tablet, Laptop, Smartphone, Security Camera, Gaming Console, Smart Television
Connectivity Protocol	ethernet, wi-fi
Connectivity Technology	Ethernet, USB, Wi-Fi
Control Method	Voice
Controller Type	amazon_alexa, vera
Coverage	Improved wireless signal coverage with AiMesh technology and dual-band frequency
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (5,868)
Data Transfer Rate	2900 Megabits Per Second
Frequency	2.4 GHz
Frequency Band Class	Dual-Band
Global Trade Identification Number	00889349624609, 04712900663402
Has Internet Connectivity	Yes
Has Security Updates	Yes
Is Modem Compatible	No
Item Dimensions L x W x H	6.2"L x 3.3"W x 8.66"H
Item Type Name	ASUS RT-AC86U Dual Band Wireless Router AC2900 WiFi with 4-Port Gigabit LAN, 1.8GHz Dual-Core Processor, USB 3.1 Gen1 and Aiprotection Network Security Powered by Trend Micro
Item Weight	2 Pounds
LAN Port Bandwidth	Gigabit Ethernet
Manufacturer	ASUS Computer International Direct
Maximum Upstream Data Transfer Rate	750 Megabits Per Second
Mfr Part Number	RT-AC86U
Model Name	RT-AC86U
Model Number	RT-AC86U
Number of Antennas	4
Number of Ports	6
Operating System	Windows® 10;Windows® 8;Windows® 7;Mac OS X 10.6;Mac OS X 10.7;Mac OS X 10.8;Linux
Other Special Features of the Product	Aimesh, Internet Security, LED Indicator, Parental Control, QoS
RAM Memory Installed	512 MB
Router Firewall Security Level	Maximum
Router Network Type	Dual Band
Security Protocol	WEP, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2, WPA2-PSK, WPS
Smart Home Compatibility	Smart Home Compatible
UPC	889349624609
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Voltage	19 Volts
Warranty Description	2 years
Wi-Fi Generation	Wi-Fi 5
Wireless Compability	802.11ac

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