Category Archives: Technical

VLANs working

I figured out how to get VLANs working on the E1200.  To be honest I got some help from the DDWRT forum but I think drawing it out helped a lot. Someone named Per gave me the settings to use … Continue reading

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VLANs in DDWRT

I am still trying to figure out VLANs in DDWRT. I went back to a WRT320N to see if I can get it to work. One thing handy is the serial console.  At least I can wipe it easily and … Continue reading

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Orange Pi Zero

Got my Orange Pi in today, took about three weeks to come in. Was pretty excited, but my enthusiasm was soon tempered. There wasn’t much in the box, the device itself wrapped in anti-static bag and a useless insert. One … Continue reading

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Documenting How to VLAN DDWRT

Couple years ago I documented how to VLAN on DDWRT. But that was on a Gigibit router.  I want to try and figure it out on an E1200. Documentation I did is kind of rough.  Also I need an environment … Continue reading

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Upgrading pfSense

Been looking at using pfsense on physical hardware. I upgraded my virtual hardware, and I think I regret it. Some stuff is missing.  Also the console doesn’t quite work right. Also need to upgrade my file server.  Looking to use … Continue reading

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WNDR3400

Got the WNDR3400 today from Goodwill. This one looks ok, the system seems to boot up better than the unit I had yesterday. Unfortunately the serial console was a challenge to solder cause they were surface mount. Also the connections … Continue reading

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Final Linksys Model

So I am set with how the final Linksys mods will be. Look pretty nice and clean.  There is a power supply but it is not in the picture. Here is how the back looks Looks clean, some super glue … Continue reading

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Cables for Router Console

I finally got to making these cables.  As before it is slow on the first one, but after a while I got more experience and it was easier. Was thinking of selling these, but will use them for my kits … Continue reading

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Slowing Down

Body slowing down, schedule slowing down. Finding I need more breaks.  I think I got it though. I need to take care of myself physically then I can handle the load life sends my way again. Thing is it will … Continue reading

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Finding These WNDR3700

I keep finding these WNDR3700 routers with openwrt on them. I wonder if it is the same person. Anyway, I didn’t realize it was a V4.  I thought it was a 1. Almost bricked it. Got it working though.  With … Continue reading

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