Archer AX23: Port forward rule for a single external IP?
I'm trying to configure port forwarding to allow a single external IP to access a single IP:port on my local network. Isn't this possible with Archer AX23?
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No, that's not possible. When port forward in a TP-Link home routers it will allow access to this port from any external source.
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@terziyski thank you for the answer.
I'm actually quite surprised. These are marketed as home/office routers; why would a home/office user open a LAN port to the whole world? A pretty bad decision by the company.
I better try installing OpenWRT; hope it doesn't brick the unit. My local consumer protection laws do not allow me to return the router (only allowed for online purchases).
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OpenWRT may work for you if it's applicable for AX23 but it will void your warranty.
Here are the routers that could do this job for you - ER605 in your case will suffice.
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Yes it seems OpenWRT is applicable: https://openwrt.org/toh/tp-link/archer_ax23_v1
Thanks for your ER605 suggestion but I'm not a business user. I think a 2.5 or 10 Gbit router would be much more better investment as of 2024 for a business buyer.
All I was looking for is a decent WiFi6 router from a reliable company that will publish firmware updates when security bugs are found. Limiting such a simple port forwarding feature is a pretty wrong decision both marketing and security wise.
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