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Title: Add more Mac Addresses to Network Filter DIR-825
Post by: gtjr92 on January 19, 2013, 04:45:17 PM

I have used all the spots on the form to filter mac addresses. Is there some way to add more?
I have a lot of friends that come over from time to time. I also have plenty of my own wireless devices.
I like using the mac address filter so not using it is not an option. Hopefully there is a way to add more, instead of being limited to a predetermined amount.

Thanks

Title: Re: Add more Mac Addresses to Network Filter DIR-825
Post by: FurryNutz on January 19, 2013, 06:07:33 PM

Unfortunately that is the limit of these routers.

Title: Re: Add more Mac Addresses to Network Filter DIR-825
Post by: gtjr92 on January 20, 2013, 12:55:31 PM

Bummer! That's the limit of the software, poor design.  Cheaper routers allow more macs than this.

Title: Re: Add more Mac Addresses to Network Filter DIR-825
Post by: FurryNutz on January 20, 2013, 02:44:05 PM

Well also cheaper routers don't have some of the other options that some of these routers have. I don't think it's a poor design either. You have to remember that these routers are for home and small businesses. SMALL. The features are set for just this class of router and for the average home user. The average home user usually has around 5-20 devices connected and some, not connected all the time. These routers are not meant for handling on a larger scale and management of numerous devices. If thats what you need then you may need a router that can handle that specific need.

Personally dont' use Mac Filtering and recommend only using it for those devices that need limiting or management on your network. All other devices like printers and NAS don't need any sort of filtering.

Good Luck.