Anyone know if the next BE98 Pro firmware upgrade is going to enable support for WiFi 7 MLO?

[Saltgrass]

The Windows Insider forum has just released a new build which includes support for WiFi 7.  In order to see those options, a compatible system is necessary, so a new firmware is required to make the BE98 Pro compatible.  It would be helpful, if even a Beta version could be made available.

Thanks for reading.

[Saltgrass]

I don't think you caused a problem and I very much appreciate the offer.  It is more likely the original file was not correct.

The fact the AES encryption was different, might be a clue.  We see that with the folks using the BE98.

The fact I was stuck on 5 GHz backhaul was another sign.  My normal system never had a problem using 6 GHz backhaul because of the two 6 GHz radios.

Maybe we can get an official Beta in the near future.  I am currently using a second BE98 Pro for a Mesh node, since earlier Mesh node routers will likely not be MLO qualified. 

It did help the 10 GB WAN port situation.

Thanks again. 

[jzchen]

So I learned WiFi 7 requires AES+GCMP256.  That’s what was explained to me.  So toggling MLO didn’t change anything.  It’s the WiFi 7 toggle switch that needs to be disabled.

[Saltgrass]

I suppose all we can do is wait.  WiFi 7 is already here except the MLO part, which probably won't be released to the public until around October.  

[jzchen]

Sadly other companies have MLO already, including WiFi 7 Certified.  My son has a midterm tomorrow so I’m not going to risk giving him internet trouble tonight (while I’m at school from 6-10).  Since I moved the BE98 Pro upstairs as an Access Point with AiMesh, it may work out better as WiFi clients gravitate towards it eventually.  I may add another manufacturer router also as an Access Point to see if it works better…

[jzchen]

That's a bummer to read.  I see my son's 6E MacBook connect to Ethernet AND WiFi quite a lot if I tinker with the settings just right.  I think disabling PSC on 6 GHz works better now, at least for that.  I have a WiFi 7 phone and haven't been impressed with the performance, but not sure where the fault lies, router, phone, implementation....

[Skindred]

Hi, could you share this with me please?
In EU we only have BE98, BE98 Pro is not being sold here.

[Saltgrass]

@Skindred As far as I know, there is only Beta firmware for the BE98 Pro available.

[labo]

Hello, Could you please PM me the beta firmware link for the BE98 PRO or post it here?

I have so many issues with the current firmware, would like to try the latest beta. Really don't want to return the $800 router 😞

Thanks in advance,

[jzchen]

Crossing my fingers this link works:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PvA6f8L7RPB4Hiz0vRRHmeJi9HAjQnY4/view?usp=sharing

[labo]

I tried for week and encountered  AIMesh  disconnect issues, so reverted back to prod version. Please let us know  when a newer beta available. Thanks