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GL.inet GL-MT300N-V2 300mbps Travel Router Wi-Fi / Dual Ethernet Ports $24.51 + Post ($0 w/ Prime or $39 Spend) @ Amazon AU

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The GL-MT300N-V2 supports full OpenWRT, multiple modes and the USB 5V 1A power input gives you heaps of options to power (from notebook, phone charger, powerbank) for remote applications.

New firmware 3.100+ supports TOR in the standard interface

Check previous posts for usage cases, questions etc.

MINI TRAVEL ROUTER: Convert a public network(wired/wireless) to a private Wi-Fi for secure surfing. Tethering, 3G/4G USB Modem Compatible. Powered by any laptop USB, power banks or 5V DC adapters (sold separately). 39g (1.41 Oz) only and pocket friendly.
OPEN SOURCE & PROGRAMMABLE: OpenWrt pre-installed, USB disk and WebCam extendable.
LARGER STORAGE & EXTENDABILITY: 128MB RAM, 16MB Flash ROM, dual Ethernet ports, UART and GPIOs available for hardware DIY.
OPENVPN CLIENT & TOR: OpenVPN client pre-installed, compatible with 20+ VPN service providers. TOR firmware available for downloading.
PACKAGE CONTENTS: GL-MT300N-V2 mini router (1-year Warranty), USB cable, User Manual.

Couple of things here that maybe useful (in no particular order):

*If you use as a WISP repeater then you WILL lost 50% of your bandwidth as the 2.4Ghz channel is shared between WISP/WAN and LAN. If you want to avoid this better to look at a dual band travel router like the AR750S and WISP on one band and WiFI LAN on the other
*Supports out of the box OpenVPN and Wireguard Server and Client and with the latest firmware TOR client.
*VPN access on/off can be controlled by a physical on/off switch. So you could connect to the Mango WiFi "normally" and when you want to you can flick the switch to turn on the VPN. I have a Mango as part of my network that only some of MY devices attach to so not everyone on the network is affected.
*Via the web interface you can switch VPNs. I have a Wireguard client back to my home router server for security and Australian internet access but also have 3 OpenVPN countries setup on Nord/Pure for geographical VPN. It's easy as dragging a CFG file into the interface to setup and the web interface lets you change between them
*One thing that isn't mentioned is the security implications on connecting to an open network. You end up with your own firewalled, subnetted network (This is why Chromecast will work on a hotel captive portal network)
*While default is 1 WAN and 1 LAN ethernet, if you are using WISP you can change to 2 LAN ports
*Because it's OpenWRT based you can add any of the packages out of the OpenWRT repository. I have run VPNS, AdBlock, Transmission Torrent downloads to the USB stick connected etc
*It can also be used as an AP or repeater. Handy because of it's size
*5V/1A means you can run off a phone power pack, modern PC/Tablet USB port, Car 5V adapter or powerbanks. I'll often sit in an internet cafe with the Mango connected to a USB port on my notebook and WISP connect to the free WiFi for security.
*It is never going to be the fastest or strongest WiFi box out there.
*Because of it's lower power consumption one of my projects I want to do is a geocache out in the bush. Mango+powerbank+solar cell in a waterproof container. You can create a captive portal on it which will be used to present a web page to the final cache destination.
*Full LUCI interface can still be accessed outside of the Gl.iNet wrapper
*Note that this is using Mediatek proprietary network drivers.
*There are alternative firmwares out there - Native OpenWRT, RooTer…..
*If you're on holidays with the family you can configure all your devices to attach to the Mango and as you move from free WiFi to free Wifi you don't have to reconnect all their devices just the Mango once. You can put a USB stick on it to share music/movies/photos (or in a car, or on a plane) even without an internet connection.
*You can connect a 4G USB Dongle to it (as long as it's supported by OpenWRT) or USB tether you mobile to it and use as a router to share the LTE.
*Because the router presents itself as a device to the network, and all connected devices to the Mango present as the Mango (if that makes sense), gets around restrictive WiFi networks where you can only have a limited number of devices. Useful too if you're paying for per device.
*It's a great small and versatile unit. It won't suit everyone or every circumstance, but if you've got a use for it they're a great jigger :)

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  • +3

    travel - thing of the past…

  • RIP those still holding stock.

  • Still don't know what is this…

    • +1

      It's for tricking people into thinking there is free public WiFi.

    • Please have a look at previous deals.

  • +1
    • I am wondering myself. But I think it has similar function

  • +1

    Have posted this before, but I bought one & it’s now landfill. Was hoping to use it to log onto hotel portals, but it’s a complete failure. Used in several hotels and never once managed to get the router to see the captive portal log in page, despite spending hours on it & following all advice on GL.inet forums.
    If you are hoping to log into restricted hotel Wi-Fi, then my view is it is not the product for you.

    • +2

      I'll give you $10 for it

      • if you have issues connnecting via the router, you can connect first with your phone and clone the MAC address onto the router.

        • Tried it. Many times in different hotels
          Still no good

    • i had the same issue when travelling last december.. managed to connect at 1 hotel in europe… fail…

  • For people wondering what the use case is for these. I recently purchased this https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B00TQEX8BO/ref=ppx_yo_d… which seems to be the same functionally.

    I needed to extend the range of wi-fi in my house and we have multiple data access points around our place. Plugged the unit I purchased in upstairs and now we have fantastic wi-fi all around the house. So for a home wi-fi extender if you have the wall point I would highly recommend a unit like this.

    • +1

      The Tplinkwwas my first mini router for the same sort of purposes. The Mango is based on OpenWRT so much more flexible and not stuck on a proprietary firmware (plus USB port for storage/4G dongle) .

  • Have one of these and it's been rock solid. Only downside is the OpenVPN performance which is around 12Mbps. Can't complain for the price though!

    Rep, any chance of a deal on the Brume (GL-MV1000)?

  • Come on OP, no one wants a Mango, we want the 4G, when are we getting https://www.amazon.com.au/stores/node/7025728051?encoding=UTF8&field-lbr_brands_browse-bin=GL.iNet&ref=bl_dp_s_web_7025728051 back?

    • Hey you referring to the Mudi 4G router?

      • The "GL.iNet 4G Smart Router, Australian Version, OpenWrt, 5000mAh Battery, OpenVPN Client, a Router That You can Program "

  • +4

    copy/paste of my comment from previous deals for those who don't know what this is.

    with travel restrictions in place, you may not be going to hotels a lot but there are still other uses for it.


    Great handy device.

    Going to summarise for all future GL.inet mango deals.

    a few uses cases:

    • If you have kids or multiple devices, you can share a single WiFi hotspot e.g. travel sim or hotel/airplane WiFi
    • Share media via USB drive instead of loading content onto each device
    • no need to setup chromecast each time, all your devices will remember the mango wifi so you can watch your own stuff on TVs in hotels etc.
    • Hotel wifi sometimes limits you to either 1 device, connect the mango as your 1 device (it gives you the captive portal page) and share with multiple devices
    • OpenVPN configurable
    • powered by USB, use a powerbank on the go or in the car

    highly recommended and now comes with me on all my trips

  • GL.inet GL-MT300N-V2 300mbps Travel Router $24.51

    Not much use now…

    • Lots of uses outside of travel but yes, travel was one of the main reasons people buy.

      • List another special price plz!

  • Does this have a VPN kill switch?

    • +1

      Yes

      • Excellent, thanks!

  • Great deal…

    Any deals on the AR750s? Down in the $70s again at all?

    • +1

      They ask me to post Mango people ask for Slate. They ask me to post Slate people ask for Mango. They ask me to post both and people ask for Brume/Mudi…..

      They do have a new rep for Aus so though I don't work for them I'll see what can be organised.

      Perhaps a Covid19 (19%off?? 🤔) special across the range or something. 😂

      • Thanks bud. I am looking to take the plunge to get the Slate. However the Brume looks interesting, but it doesn't have built in WiFi correct?

        • Correct the current model Brume doesn't have wifi. They have released a firmware that supports a number of USB WiFi sticks as a work around. I've played around with a Mango attached as an AP connected to Brume. Not a neat solution but works.

          They are working on a Brume with WiFi but it will only be 2.4Ghz WiFi because of SOC constraints, size and heat. Not sure of release or price.

          Slate and Brume kinda different purposes. The Brume is really targeted to run as an edge router for better VPN performance. You can also run Ubuntu on it if you want.

          • @Limbot: No really, I'm interested in another deal - any chance? It's been a full 3 weeks <3 ♥

  • This might be a silly question but can I enter more than one promotional code (for 2 different items)?

  • When is the next sale? I need another!

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