Network setup - accessing shared drives

[absunshine99]

I updated the router to the latest firmware and went through the steps advised, using the backup/restore function to make the job easier. On testing, the symptoms were just the same.

I then compared my settings with default ones and tried changing a couple of things: disabled wireless security (bad idea but just to see if any change), disabled DMZ, changed wireless security from SPA2 Personal to WEP, changed operating mode from gateway to router. None of these helped. I have now restored the configuration again. I am using PPPoE login type as this is required by my internet provider.

What would I gain by using DD-WRT firmware?

From what I see on other posts, other users have the same router and do not report the same problems which just makes it all the more frustrating.

Any tips welcome.
Thanks.

[aasoror]

What would I gain by using DD-WRT firmware?

From what I see on other posts, other users have the same router and do not report the same problems which just makes it all the more frustrating.

I think the reason for your observation is that every user with your router is already on DD-WRT , trust me you have nothing to lose and everything to gain. Even if it still wont fix the PBO issue you will be getting a much more robust, reliable and flexible router than your stock firmware ever was.