I just discovered HSMM-MESH and plan to experiment with it over the coming months.

Any thoughts on adding support for WHR-HP-G54 routers?

The WHR-HP-G54 is Broadcom based, so it should be relatively easy to add to the supported device list. DD-WRT uses the same binary for both WHR-HP-G54 and WRT54G routers. This is my router of choice with DD-WRT. In addition to reliability, the WHR-HP-G54 has a built-in amplifier and sensitive receiver. This makes them great for long distance links.

Background:

I have been using Linksys and Buffalo routers for 4 years in wireless networks running DD-WRT. I started with WRT54G, but switched away from them several years ago.

WRT54G routers work well most of the time. However, a recurring problem is that many do not properly reboot after a power glitch. I use these in rural areas that occasionally loose power in winter storms. Several of the WRT54G routers often hang when the power comes back up with the power light flashing quickly.

Unplugging the power adapter and plugging it back in restores normal function. However, this is not easy to do in remote locations.

I have never experienced this issue with Buffalo WHR-HP-G54 routers.

Craig

SF Bay Area