Peplink Firmware 8.5.3 Beta 1: Key Enhancements and Fixes

Peplink has released Firmware 8.5.3 Beta 1, introducing a wide array of improvements across system management, cellular connectivity, diagnostics, and security. This update is particularly relevant for enterprise deployments and mobile networking environments where reliability and control are paramount.

System and Management Enhancements

• Multiple NTP Server Support: Devices can now sync with multiple time sources for improved accuracy and redundancy.
• Manual License Sync: Admins can manually sync InControl licenses when centralized management is disabled.
• Expanded Event Logging: New logs include approximate power-off times and HA sync failures for better diagnostics.
• CLI and SNMP Improvements: CLI now supports masked SIM PIN display; SNMP includes standard link traps and full 36-bit Cell ID reporting.

Connectivity and Protocol Support

• Wi-Fi WAN Roaming Stability: Reduces disconnections in static IP setups.
• IPsec Enhancements: Adds DH Group 16 and customizable Dead Peer Detection.
• DPI Engine Expansion: Recognizes over 20 new protocols and services, including NordVPN, Temu, and Generative AI traffic.
• Virtual WAN on VLAN: Now supported in OSPF/RIPv2 settings for advanced routing.

Wi-Fi and AP Controller Features

• WAN-Dependent SSID Control: Automatically disables/enables SSIDs based on WAN availability.
• Improved AP Event Logging: Supports keyword and AP name filtering.

Switch Controller Upgrades

• Per-Port VLAN Defaults: Simplifies LAN segmentation.
• InControl Reporting: Managed switches now forward status reports to InControl.

Key Bug Fixes

• 5GD/5GN Connectivity: Resolved issues with network registration and firmware upgrades.
• Captive Portal Stability: Improved reliability across all models.
• Outbound Policy Failures: Fixed packet loss in SpeedFusion tunnels.
• Synergy Mode: Addressed WAN drop and SIM detection issues.
• Wi-Fi WAN and DNS Proxy: Resolved roaming and DoH-related failures.