I guess to keep this alive, now I would like this to work on Flint 3, Flint 4, and Slate 7.. possible now?
Hi,
Flint 3 and Slate 7 have now received the v4.10 beta update, which adds EasyMesh support. If you are comfortable using beta firmware, you can update to this version:
EasyMesh support for Flint 4 still requires some additional work. Thank you for your patience.
I would kiss you if you were here! Yes I am VERY comfortable with beta software. I will have a busy weekend beta testing! Thank you!
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Hi!
Do you have any idea of the approximate release date of this version?
Are the Wi-Fi mesh tests going well?
Thank you!
Hi,
A beta firmware with Mesh support for Flint 4 may be available around October.
Overall, testing is progressing as expected. We have encountered some minor issues, but they have either been fixed or are currently being addressed.
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Happy to hear you're working Easymesh down your roster of routers.
I don't know if the Flint 2 “in testing” msg was before or after the 4.11.0 firmware release with says Easymesh. Will 4.11 mesh the Flint 2 yet or later updates?
Thanks!
Yes. Flint 2 supports EasyMesh with the stable v4.11.0 firmware, so you do not need to wait for a later update. The earlier “in testing” messages referred to the beta phase; GL.iNet staff have since recommended the v4.11.0 release for Flint 2.
After updating the participating routers to Mesh-capable firmware, use MESH in the Admin Panel to configure one as the main router and the others as Mesh nodes. Both wireless and Ethernet backhaul are supported.
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Excelente señores very well done!
Can you recommend GL.iNet models as a cabled AP satellite to cover one small room from a Flint 2?
For one small room, Beryl AX (GL-MT3000) running v4.11.0 is the most compact option. It has been used as an EasyMesh node with Flint 2; connect a Flint 2 LAN port to the Beryl AX WAN port for Ethernet backhaul. Configure it as a Mesh Node, not ordinary Access Point mode, if you want centralized Wi-Fi settings and roaming.
A second Flint 2 is also suitable if you need greater coverage or additional Ethernet ports, but it is likely excessive for one room. Ensure both devices run Mesh-capable firmware before pairing them.
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Sorry last query. Will the Beryl AX work as well as a wireless 5G AP at 50 feet line of sight no obstructions from the Flint 2 to test before cabling?
Yes, a Beryl AX can operate as a wireless EasyMesh node over 5 GHz with the Flint 2, and 50 ft (15 m) with clear line of sight is a reasonable distance to test. However, it may not perform as well as Ethernet backhaul because the wireless backhaul shares radio airtime, and actual results depend on interference and local channel conditions.
Pair the Beryl AX close to the Flint 2 first, then move it into the room and check the node’s connection quality and client throughput. If the wireless result is satisfactory, you can use it temporarily; cabling the Beryl AX’s WAN port to a Flint 2 LAN port should provide the more stable and higher-capacity backhaul.
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