Starlink, SpaceX’s satellite internet service, has revolutionized connectivity, particularly in remote and underserved areas. The Starlink kit, which includes a satellite dish (often referred to as “Dishy McFlatface”) and a WiFi router, provides users with everything needed to get online. However, some users might find that utilizing a third-party router offers several advantages over the […]
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Digi International Unveils Latest Firmware: Version 24.3.28.88
As of April 19, 2024, Digi International is thrilled to announce the rollout of its newest stable firmware, version 24.3.28.88, catering to Enterprise (EX), Transportation (TX), and Industrial (IX) devices. This release marks a significant milestone, incorporating a plethora of new features, enhancements, bug fixes, and crucial security updates to ensure unparalleled performance and reliability […]
What Affects My WiFi Range?
WiFi has become the backbone of our digital lives. From streaming movies to conducting business meetings, we rely heavily on the stability and range of our WiFi networks. However, have you ever wondered what affects the range of your WiFi signal? In this blog, we delve into the intricate factors that determine WiFi range and […]
AirLink OS 4.1.30 Upgrade Issue for Semtech (Sierra Wireless) Routers
In a recent technical bulletin released on March 4, 2024, Semtech’s Enterprise Solutions Product Management has highlighted a critical issue related to the upgrade process to AirLink OS 4.1.30. Users of Airlink RX55, XR80, and XR90 routers, particularly those who made specific configuration changes on their routers, may face a substantial challenge that could result […]
Peplink 8.4.0 May Cause Issue with Google Drive
UPDATED 11/16/2023 After working with the Peplink support team, they found that the situation was related to the User Group change in firmware 8.4.0, not a bug in the Content Filtering. Since the number of User Groups increased (from 3 to 10), it caused a glitch in firmware 8.4.0 that made it unable to recognize […]
Sierra Wireless Releases ALEOS Version 4.17
You may recall that Sierra Wireless announced the General Availability of ALEOS 4.17.0.010 on September 13, 2023. While it was previously available via ALMS only, Sierra deprecated this version because of an issue where the cellular Access Point Name (APN) was mishandled on select regional carriers. As of today, Sierra is announcing the General Availability of ALEOS […]
Peplink Firmware 8.3.0: What’s Different?
It’s official! After several months of testing, Peplink is finally releasing new firmware, version 8.3.0. With this upgrade comes many new features as well as fixes. There’s quite a bit covered on this firmware so we’re going to only highlight some of these changes. For a detailed list of release notes, see here. Among the […]
T-Mobile Home Internet Users See What Can Happen with a Bad Firmware Update
When it comes to updates or upgrades, it may be a good rule of thumb to say that, “if it’s not broke, don’t fix it.” However, with concerns around security, it’s a good idea to keep your electronic hardware up to date when security patches are made available. This is something that tens of thousands […]
When is Sierra Wireless AirLink 4.0 Available?
Sierra Wireless has just announced the General Availability of AirLink® OS 4.0 for XR90, XR80 and RX55 AirLink® routers. This is a major release which includes new features and enhancements including: In addition, this release also includes general stability improvements and addresses a range of field-reported issues. It is recommended that all customers upgrade their […]
Is There An Upgrade Available for the Sierra Wireless MG90?
Sierra Wireless has just announced the General Availability of MGOS 4.4.2 for all AirLink MG90 4G and 5G routers. This is an important release that includes new features, security enhancements and fixes/improvements that address a number of field-reported issues. Some of the highlights are: There are also some important notes to be aware of BEFORE […]
