Bought to be connected to a Bell 3 Gb modem, the set-up is very easy to do. It is very stable and super fast. I recommend

Sold out everywhere and this was under msrp.Don’t believe on bad reviews. Bugs are probably fixed with latest firmware updates. Added to my existing MESH network as main router. CPU usage very low. 10G connected to fiber modem and 2.5G to PC and other ports connected to APs (3 WiFi 6).

Reboots multiple times a day for no apparent reason. Returned within 24 hours.

Why can't we pick no star? That's what I think of it after 4 day's of trying to make it work, it continuasly reboots itself. Update; I took a chance after talking with tech support they agreed to replace the unit, I took a chance, but I learnd a lot in the time I was with Tech support, so I give them a 10 for that. The replacement Unit arrive two days early. I installed it, very simple install process, and it hasn't disapointed me yet going on 18 hours. They have one of the best router page to analyze everything, theres even a log you can look at to see what is happening.

As a decades long Linksys router user (with third party firmware) I was concerned with recent VPN client/WiFi connection losses. After much thought I decided to future proof my setup and go with a Tri-Band replacement. Almost none of the Tri-Band routers support my preferred firmware. This meant a loss of my old, reliable and familiar firmware. Was it possible to find a "factory" firmware that I felt comfortable with??Not finding a Linksys replacement that met my needs I decided on two brands that did . . XXXXXXX and ASUS. After purchasing/returning the XXXXXXX router I suggest you do serious research before any router purchase. Especially if you need to install a third party "VPN client" on your router. Subscriptions seems to have invaded stock firmware nowadays.Having never owned an ASUS product the brand had been my second choice. But, after more serious research, I purchased the ASUS RT-BE92U BE9700 Tri-Band WiFi 7 Router. It DOES allow multiple types of VPN clients to be installed (with no subscription). After setup and approx a week of testing I highly recommend this router. The RT-BE92U was up and running in less than thirty minutes with a basic setup. Reboot of my modem was required. I prefer using the web browser setup rather than the app setup procedure. Necessary instructions included in the box for using both methods.This router has future proofed my setup while allowing my older WiFi devices to connect. Performance has been great exceeding my expectations. Noticeably quicker response time for apps. WiFi video apps seem to have an almost instant response now and would easily allow 4k DL's if needed.Notice also the six sided container has a small footprint with all sides (including the bottom) having vents for maximum cooling. Placing hands on the sides or top I feel very little heat. Can be wall mounted but I think it may affect cooling/WiFi slightly.During setup I've become very comfortable with the firmware interface. Setting statics, WiFi, assigning devices to VPN vs WAN and ease of installing VPN clients are examples. I've installed both the OpenVPN and WireGuard clients. Also my MB8611 modem now has all connections at maximum blue connection since being connected to the RT-BE92U router (also replaced all cables with CAT-8's) I can highly recommend these after receiving . . the quality was noticeably above average feeling more rubbery than plastic. https://www.amazon.com/Ethernet-Internet-Professional-Connector-Shielded/dp/B08PP8HZCCIn some ways the ASUSWRT firmware is even easier to configure than my preferred firmware. I found holding the mouse pointer over most settings would display a "?" and left clicking would display an explanation of the setting. Very helpful. I was also impressed with the amount of very detailed on-line help available. The large ASUS community I was never aware of. =)I don't yet have WiFi 6 or 7 devices so I have WiFi 6 band disabled to reduce possible WiFi interference. Go to Wireless, Professional, Band setting and select 6 Ghz then just below . . beside "Enable Radio" select "No" and press "Apply" at the bottom of the page if you want to do the same. When I purchase devices supporting 6/7 I can easily re-enable it. I also have not enabled the AiMesh as I have great WiFi coverage in our two story without it. No suggestions about a VPN Server setup but I believe it would be a simple as well.I have only three negatives: 1) AiProtection data collection. 2) The tiny writing under the active lights should be bigger. 3)Setup might be confusing for those not comfortable with such things. But . . AiProtection can be left turned off with no consent given. I don't REALLY need to see the writing under the active lights. Quick Internet Setup will generate a dependable router setup for most. With a little research and an added VPN it would be a very secure and stable router for most users. There is also Instant Guard setup option for a VPN connection but I cannot offer ANY opinion on its use.Some suggestions using web browser setup:1) When unboxing pay attention to the antenna notice on the box flaps. Flipping them up with a side rotation is a must. Pulling them straight out and then to an upright position would break them. I found placing the two outer antenna at 45 degrees and the two inner straight up gives me super coverage.2) Use the "Quick Internet Setup" button rather than the "Manual Setup" button as there will probably be input you might not know. After quick setup and connection . . THEN start making your personal setup changes. If you don't have the required input data during manual setup you will most likely need to reset the router and start over.3)During setup notice the checkbox for "Keep WiFi Channels Separate" during WiFi setup (at bottom). I prefer to keep WiFi channels separate so I can decide which channel to connect a device to. Do some research and decide which you prefer. Search for Smart Connect.4) After initial setup with stable connection go to Administration/Restore-Save-Upload Setting and go to the "Save Settings" button, uncheck the checkbox and save your current setting. If you do mess up you can reset the router and then restore to your last backup saving MUCH time. I suggest making regular backups as you progress with your personal setting. With final setup complete don't forget to make a final backup.5) Before turning on the free AiProtection . . consider that you must consent to data collection from your router by a third party. This is a negative for me so I left it turned off. Your decision . . .I highly recommend the RT-BE92U router. It is the most powerful and future ready router I've owned to date. It is a solid router for the typical home.