E22654 GT-AXE16000 ROG Rapture Quad band Gaming Router
E22654 First Edition October 2023 Copyright © 2023 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (“ASUS”).
Table of contents 1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 2 2.1 Getting to know your wireless router Welcome!.........................................................................................7 Package contents..........................................................................7 Your wireless router......................................................................8 Positioning your router............................................................ 10 Setup Requirements.......................................
Table of contents 3.5 AiProtection ................................................................................ 35 3.5.1 3.5.2 3.5.3 3.5.4 3.5.5 3.6 3.7 Dash Board .................................................................................. 44 Firewall........................................................................................... 47 3.7.1 3.7.2 3.7.3 3.7.4 3.7.5 3.8 Configuring AiProtection....................................................36 Blocking Malicious Sites.............
Table of contents 3.15.2 Smart Connect Rule..............................................................72 3.16 3.17 3.18 System Log................................................................................... 75 Traffic Analyzer............................................................................ 76 USB Application.......................................................................... 77 3.18.1 Using AiDisk.............................................................................78 3.
4 4.1 4.2 4.3 Utilities Device Discovery......................................................................117 Firmware Restoration.............................................................118 Setting up your printer server.............................................119 4.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing................................................... 119 4.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer............................................... 123 4.4 Download Master...........................................
1 Getting to know your wireless router 1.1 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing ROG Rapture Wireless Router! The stylish router features 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz triple bands for an unmatched concurrent wireless HD streaming; SMB server, UPnP AV server, and FTP server for 24/7 file sharing; a capability to handle 300,000 sessions; and the ASUS Green Network Technology, which provides up to 70% power-saving solution. 1.
1.3 Your wireless router WPS button This button launches the WPS Wizard. LED button (LED Key) Press this button to turn on /off the LED. Power (DCIN) port Insert the bundled AC adapter into this port and connect your router to a power source. Power switch Press this switch to power on or off the system. USB 2.0 port Insert a USB 2.0 compatible device such as a USB hard disk or USB flash drive into this port. USB 3.2 Gen 1 port Insert a USB 3.
1GE LAN ports Connect network cables into these ports to establish LAN connection. 2.5 / 1GE WAN (Internet) port Connect a network cable into this port to establish 2.5 / 1GE WAN connection. 10GE ports Connect network cables into these ports to prioritize the packets. 2.5 / 1GE WAN (Internet) LED Red: No IP or no physical connection. On: Has physical connection to a wide area network (WAN). LAN LED Off: No power or no physical connection. On: Has physical connection to a local area network (LAN).
1.4 Positioning your router For the best wireless signal transmission between the wireless router and the network devices connected to it, ensure that you: • Place the wireless router in a centralized area for a maximum wireless coverage for the network devices. • Keep the device away from metal obstructions and away from direct sunlight. • Keep the device away from 802.11g or 20MHz only Wi-Fi devices, 2.
1.5 Setup Requirements To set up your wireless network, you need a computer that meets the following system requirements: • Ethernet RJ-45 (LAN) port (10Base-T/100BaseTX/1000BaseTX) • IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax wireless capability • An installed TCP/IP service • Web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome NOTES: • If your computer does not have built-in wireless capabilities, you may install an IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax WLAN adapter to your computer to connect to the network.
2 Getting started 2.1 Router Setup IMPORTANT! • Use a wired connection when setting up your wireless router to avoid possible setup problems. • Before setting up your ASUS wireless router, do the following: • If you are replacing an existing router, disconnect it from your network. • Disconnect the cables/wires from your existing modem setup. If your modem has a backup battery, remove it as well. • Reboot your cable modem and computer (recommended). A.
2. The web GUI launches automatically when you open a web browser. If it does not auto-launch, enter http://www.asusrouter.com 3. Set up a password for your router to prevent unauthorized access. B. Wireless connection To set up your wireless router via wireless connection: 1. Plug your router into a power outlet and power it on. Smart phone Tablet Modem Laptop LINE Wall Power Outlet Power 1 2 LAN RESET PWR WAN Printer 2.
2.4G Wi-Fi Name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G ASUS router * 5G Wi-Fi Name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G 6G Wi-Fi Name (SSID): ASUS_XX_6G XX refers to the last two digits of 2.4GHz MAC address. You can find it on the label on the back of your ROG router. 3. Once connected, the web GUI launches automatically when you open a web browser. If it does not auto-launch, enter http://www.asusrouter.com. 4. Set up a password for your router to prevent unauthorized access.
2.2 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Autodetection The Quick Internet Setup (QIS) function guides you in quickly setting up your Internet connection. NOTE: When setting the Internet connection for the first time, press the Reset button on your wireless router to reset it to its factory default settings. To use QIS with auto-detection: 1. Launch a web browser. You will be redirected to the ASUS Setup Wizard (Quick Internet Setup). If not, key in http://www.asusrouter.com manually. 2.
NOTES: • The auto-detection of your ISP connection type takes place when you configure the wireless router for the first time or when your wireless router is reset to its default settings. • If QIS failed to detect your Internet connection type, click Skip to manual setting and manually configure your connection settings. 3. Assign the wireless network name (SSID) and security key for your 2.4GHz, 5 GHz and 6GHz wireless connection. Click Apply when done.
4. On the Login Information Setup page, change the router’s login password to prevent unauthorized access to your wireless router. NOTE: The wireless router's login username and password is different from the 2.4GHz/5GHz/6GHz network name (SSID) and security key. The wireless router's login username and password allows you to log into your wireless router's Web GUI to configure your wireless router's settings. The 2.
2.3 Connecting to your wireless network After setting up your wireless router via QIS, you can connect your computer or other smart devices to your wireless network. To connect to your network: 1. On your computer, click the network icon in the notification area to display the available wireless networks. 2. Select the wireless network that you want to connect to, then click Connect. 3. You may need to key in the network security key for a secured wireless network, then click OK. 4.
3 Configuring the General and Advanced Settings 3.1 Logging into the Web GUI Your ROG Rapture gaming router comes with an intuitive web graphical user interface (GUI) - ROG Gaming Center, which gives you total network control, with need-to-know information such as connected device status and worldwide game-server ping values, and instant access to all the amazing gaming features. NOTE: The features may vary with different firmware versions. To log into the web GUI: 1.
Top command buttons Information banner QIS - Smart Connect Wizard Navigation panel * The image is for reference only. NOTE: If you are logging into the Web GUI for the first time, you will be directed to the Quick Internet Setup (QIS) page automatically.
3.2 Administration 3.2.1 Operation Mode The Operation Mode page allows you to select the appropriate mode for your network. To set up the operating mode: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Administration > Operation Mode. 2. Select any of these operation modes: • Wireless router mode / AiMesh Router mode (Default): In wireless router mode, the wireless router connects to the Internet and provides Internet access to available devices on its own local network.
• AiMesh node: This setup requires at least two ASUS routers which support AiMesh. Enable AiMesh node, and log in AiMesh router web UI to search for available AiMesh nodes nearby to join your AiMesh system. AiMesh system provides whole-home coverage and centralized management. 3. Click Apply. NOTE: The router will reboot when you change the modes. 3.2.2 System The System page allows you to configure your wireless router settings. To set up the System settings: 1.
3.2.3 Firmware Upgrade NOTE: Download the latest firmware from the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com To upgrade the firmware: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Administration > Firmware Upgrade. 2. In the New Firmware File field, click Browse to locate the downloaded file. 3. Click Upload. NOTES: • When the upgrade process is complete, wait for some time for the system to reboot.
3.3 AiCloud 2.0 AiCloud 2.0 is a cloud service application that allows you to save, sync, share, and access your files. To use AiCloud: 1. From Google Play Store or Apple Store, download and install the ASUS AiCloud app to your smart device. 2. Connect your smart device to your network. Follow the instructions to complete the AiCloud setup process.
3.3.1 Cloud Disk To create a cloud disk: 1. Insert a USB storage device into the wireless router. 2. Turn on Cloud Disk.
3. Go to http://www.asusrouter.com and enter the router login account and password. For better user experience, we recommend that you use Google Chrome or Firefox. 4. You can now start accessing Cloud Disk files on devices connected to the network. NOTE: When accessing the devices that are connected to the network, you need to enter the device’s user name and password manually, which will not be saved by AiCloud for security reason.
3.3.2 Smart Access The Smart Access function allows you to easily access your home network via your router’s domain name. NOTES: • You can create a domain name for your router with ASUS DDNS. For more details, refer to section 3.20.6 DDNS. • By default, AiCloud provides a secure HTTPS connection. Key in https://[yourASUSDDNSname].asuscomm.com for a very secure Cloud Disk and Smart Access usage.
3.3.3 AiCloud Sync To use AiCloud Sync: 1. Launch AiCloud, click AiCloud Sync > Go. 2. Select ON to enable AiCloud Sync. 3. Click Add new account. 4. Enter your ASUS WebStorage account password and select the directory that you want to sync with WebStorage. 5. Click Apply.
3.4 ASUS AiMesh 3.4.1 Before setting Preparing to setup an AiMesh Wi-Fi system 1. Two (2) ASUS routers (models supporting AiMesh: https://www.asus.com/AiMesh/). 2. Assign one as AiMesh router, and another one as AiMesh node. NOTE: If you have multiple AiMesh routers, we recommend using the router with the highest specifications as your AiMesh router and the others as AiMesh nodes. ROG ROG GT-AXE1 GT-AXE1 6000 6000 AiMesh node AiMesh router 3.4.
AiMesh router 1) Refer to the other router Quick Start Guide to connect your AiMesh router to your PC and modem, and then log in into the web GUI. Modem AiMesh router AiMesh node Logout/Reboot AiMesh Router 2) Go to Network Map page, click AiMesh icon and then Search for your extending AiMesh node. NOTE: If you cannot find the AiMesh icon here, click on firmware version and update the firmware.
3) Click Search, it will automatically search for your AiMesh node. When the AiMesh node shows on this page, click it to add it into the AiMesh system. NOTE: If you cannot find any AiMesh node, please go to TROUBLE SHOOTING. 4) A message is displayed when synchronization is completed. Successfully added RT-ABCDE to your AiMesh system, it will take awhile to show up as connected in the AiMesh router list.
3.4.3 Troubleshooting If your AiMesh router cannot find any AiMesh node nearby or synchronization fails, please check followings and try again. 1) Move your AiMesh node closer to the AiMesh router ideally. Ensure it is within 1-3 meters. 2) Your AiMesh node is powered on. 3) Your AiMesh node is upgraded to AiMesh supported firmware. i. Download AiMesh - supported fireware at: https://www.asus.com/AiMesh/ ii. Power on your AiMesh node and connect it to your PC via a network cable. iii. Launch a web GUI.
3.4.4 Relocation The best performance: Locate your AiMesh node and router at the best place. NOTES: • • To minimize interference, keep the routers away from devices like cordless phones, Bluetooth devices and microwave ovens. We recommend that you place the routers in an open or spacious location. ROG GT-AXE160 00 ROG GT-AXE160 00 3.4.5 FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) Q1: Does the AiMesh router support Access Point mode? A: Yes.
1) Follow the setup steps to establish a connection between the AiMesh router and node via Wi-Fi first. 2) Place the node in the ideal locations for best coverage. Run an Ethernet cable from the LAN port of the AiMesh router to the WAN port of AiMesh node. 3) AiMesh system will auto-select the best path for data transmission, whether wired or wireless.
3.5 AiProtection AiProtection provides real-time monitoring that detects malware, spyware, and unwanted access. It also filters unwanted websites and apps and allows you to schedule Internet access time for a connected device.
3.5.1 Configuring AiProtection AiProtection prevents network exploits and secures your network from unwanted access.
To Configure AiProtection: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > AiProtection. 2. From the AiProtection main page, click Network Protection. 3. From the Network Protection tab, click Scan. The search results are displayed on the Router Security Assessment page. IMPORTANT! Items marked with Yes on the Router Security Assessment page are considered to be safe. 4. (Optional) From the Router Security Assessment page, manually configure the items marked as No, Weak, or Very Weak. To do this: a.
3.5.2 Blocking Malicious Sites This feature restricts access to known malicious websites in the cloud database for an always-up-to-date protection. NOTE: This function is automatically enabled if you run the Router Weakness Scan. To enable Malicious Sites Blocking: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > AiProtection. 2. From the AiProtection main page, click Network Protection. 3. From the Malicious Sites Blocking pane, click ON.
3.5.3 Two-Way IPS This feature resolves common exploits within the router configuration. NOTE: This function is automatically enabled if you run the Router Weakness Scan. To enable Two-Way IPS: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > AiProtection. 2. From the AiProtection main page, click Network Protection. 3. From the Two-Way IPS pane, click ON.
3.5.4 Infected Device Prevention and Blocking This feature prevents infected devices from communicating personal information or infected status to external parties. NOTE: This function is automatically enabled if you run the Router Weakness Scan. To enable infected device prevention and blocking: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > AiProtection. 2. From the AiProtection main page, click Network Protection. 3. From the Infected Device Prevention and Blocking pane, click ON.
3.5.5 Setting up Parental Control Parental Control allows you to control the Internet access time or set the time limit for a client’s network usage. To enable Two-Way IPS: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > AiProtection. 2. From the AiProtection main page, click Parental Controls. Web & Apps Filters Web & Apps Filters is a feature of Parental Controls that allows you to block access to unwanted web sites or applications. To configure Web & Apps Filters: 1.
4 When the End Users License Agreement (EULA) message prompt appears, click I agree to continue. 5. From the Client List column, select or key in the client’s name from the dropdown list box. 6. From the Content Category column, select the filters from the four main categories: Adult, Instant Message and Communication, P2P and File Transfer, and Streaming and Entertainment. 7. Click to add the client’s profile. 8. Click Apply to save the settings.
Time Scheduling Time Scheduling allows you to set the time limit for a client’s network usage. NOTE: Ensure that your system time is synchronized with the NTP server. To configure Time Scheduling: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General >AiProtection > Parental Controls > Time Scheduling. 2. From the Enable Time Scheduling pane, click ON. 3. From the Clients Name column, select or key in the client’s name from the dropdown list box.
3.6 Dash Board Dash Board allows you to monitor the real-time traffic for your networking environment and analyze the real-time network ping and ping deviation. Network ping refers to online game experiences. Higher ping means higher latency for real-time games. For most online games, network ping that is less than 99 ms is considered good quality.
If network ping is less than 150 ms, the quality is acceptable. Generally, if network ping is more than 150 ms, it is hard to play game smoothly. Ping deviation is also highly related with online game experiences. With higher ping deviation, it is much easier causing possible toggle when playing online game. There is no baseline for ping deviation. However, lower ping deviation is better. • Game Radar: Game Radar from Dashboard could give you a quick look about ping time for specific game server.
• • 46 Aura RGB: Allows users to define or turn on/off the Aura RGB from Dashboard. You can setup any color and choose either of the five lighting patterns. Boost Key: ROG Rapture gaming router supports Boost Key and allows users to define the functions of Boost Key from Dashboard. • LED on/off • DFS channel on/off • Aura RGB on/off • Game Boost: enable/disable prioritizing the gaming packet.
3.7 Firewall The wireless router can serve as a hardware firewall for your network. NOTE: The Firewall feature is enabled by default. 3.7.1 General To set up basic Firewall settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Firewall > General. 2. On the Enable Firewall field, select Yes. 3. On the Enable DoS protection, select Yes to protect your network from DoS (Denial of Service) attacks though this may affect your router’s performance. 4.
3.7.3 Keyword filter Keyword filter blocks access to webpages containing specified keywords. To set up a keyword filter: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Firewall > Keyword Filter. 2. On the Enable Keyword Filter field, select Enabled. 3. Enter a word or phrase and click the button. 4. Click Apply. NOTES: • The Keyword Filter is based on a DNS query. If a network client has already accessed a website such as http://www.abcxxx.
3.7.4 Network Services Filter The Network Services Filter blocks LAN to WAN packet exchanges and restricts network clients from accessing specific web services such as Telnet or FTP. To set up a Network Service filter: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Firewall > Network Service Filter. 2. On the Enable Network Services Filter field, select Yes. 3. Select the Filter table type. Black List blocks the specified network services.
5. To specify a Network Service to filter, enter the Source IP, Destination IP, Port Range, and Protocol. Click the button. 6. Click Apply. 3.7.5 IPv6 Firewall By default, your ASUS wireless router blocks all unsolicited incoming traffic. The IPv6 Firewall function allows incoming traffic coming from specified services to go through your network.
3.8 Game Acceleration This feature allows you to enable Game Boost with one click. When Game Boost is enabled, ROG Rapture gaming router puts the gaming packet as the top priority to provide you with the best gaming experience. Game Boost To enable Game Boost: From Game Boost, move the Enable Game Boost slider to ON.
3.8.1 QoS This feature ensures bandwidth for prioritized tasks and apps. To enable the QoS function: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Game Acceleration> QoS. 2. From the Enable QoS pane, click ON. 3. Select the QoS Type (Adaptive, Traditional or Bandwidth limiter) for your configuration. NOTE: Refer to the QoS tab for the definition of the QoS Type. 4. Click Automatic Setting for optimal bandwidth automatically or Manual Setting to set the upload and download bandwidth manually.
3.8.2 Gear Accelerator Gear Accelerator allows you to prioritize game devices wirelessly via online control panel for the best gaming experience. To configure Gear Accelerator: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Game Acceleration. 2. From the Gear Accelerator tab, click ON. 3. After applying setting, click Add to choose the client name. 4. Click to add the client’s profile. 5. Click Apply to save the settings NOTE: If you want delete the client profile, click .
3.9 Game Radar Game Radar is a diagnostic tool that helps you identify the connection quality of servers for specific games. To use Game Radar: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Game Radar and select a game from the game list.
2. Check the Ping Status of each server. 3. For a smooth online gaming experience, select a game server with low ping status.
3.10 Guest Network The Guest Network provides temporary visitors with Internet connectivity via access to separate SSIDs or networks without providing access to your private network. NOTE: GT-AXE16000 supports up to nine SSIDs (three 2.4GHz, three 5GHz and three 6GHz). To create a guest network: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Guest Network. 2. On the Guest Network screen, select 2.4GHz, 5GHz or 6GHz frequency band for the guest network that you want to create. 3. Click Enable.
4. To change a guest’s settings, click the guest settings you want to modify. Click Remove to delete the guest’s settings. 5. Assign a wireless name for your temporary network on the Network Name (SSID) field. 6. Select an Authentication Method. 7. If you select a WPA authentication method, select a WPA Encryption. 8. Specify the Access time or choose Limitless. 9. Select Disable or Enable on the Access Intranet item. 10. When done, click Apply.
3.11 IPv6 This wireless router supports IPv6 addressing, a system that supports more IP addresses. This standard is not yet widely available. Contact your ISP if your Internet service supports IPv6. To set up IPv6: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > IPv6. 2. Select your Connection Type. The configuration options vary depending on your selected connection type. 3. Enter your IPv6 LAN and DNS settings. 4. Click Apply.
3.12 LAN 3.12.1 LAN IP The LAN IP screen allows you to modify the LAN IP settings of your wireless router. NOTE: Any changes to the LAN IP address will be reflected on your DHCP settings. To modify the LAN IP settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > LAN > LAN IP. 2. Modify the IP address and Subnet Mask. 3. When done, click Apply.
3.12.2 DHCP Server Your wireless router uses DHCP to assign IP addresses automatically on your network. You can specify the IP address range and lease time for the clients on your network. To configure the DHCP server: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > LAN > DHCP Server. 2. In the Enable the DHCP Server field, tick Yes. 3. In the Domain Name text box, enter a domain name for the wireless router. 4. In the IP Pool Starting Address field, key in the starting IP address. 5.
6. In the Lease Time field, specify in seconds when an assigned IP address will expire. Once it reaches this time limit, the DHCP server will then assign a new IP address. NOTES: • We recommend that you use an IP address format of 192.168.1.xxx (where xxx can be any number between 2 and 254) when specifying an IP address range. • An IP Pool Starting Address should not be greater than the IP Pool Ending Address. 7.
3.12.3 Route If your network makes use of more than one wireless router, you can configure a routing table to share the same Internet service. NOTE: We recommend that you do not change the default route settings unless you have advanced knowledge of routing tables. To configure the LAN Routing table: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > LAN > Route. 2. On the Enable static routes field, choose Yes. 3.
3.12.4 IPTV The wireless router supports connection to IPTV services through an ISP or a LAN. The IPTV tab provides the configuration settings needed to set up IPTV, VoIP, multicasting, and UDP for your service. Contact your ISP for specific information regarding your service.
3.13 Network Map Network Map allows you to configure your network’s security settings, manage your network clients, and monitor your USB device. 3.13.1 Setting up the wireless security settings To protect your wireless network from unauthorized access, you need to configure its security settings. To set up the wireless security settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Network Map. 2.
NOTE: You can set up different wireless security settings for 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz bands. 2.4GHz security settings 5GHz security settings 6GHz security settings 3. On the Network Name (SSID) field, key in a unique name for your wireless network. 4. From the Authentication Method dropdown list, select the authentication method for your wireless network. If you select WPA-Personal or WPA-2 Personal as the authentication method, key in the WPA-PSK key or security passkey. IMPORTANT! The IEEE 802.
3.13.2 Managing your network clients To manage your network clients: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Network Map. 2. On the Network Map screen, select the Clients icon to display your network client’s information. 3. Click View List below the Clients icon to display all the clients. 4. To block a client’s access to your network, select the client and click the open lock icon.
3.13.3 Monitoring your USB device The ASUS wireless router provides two USB ports for connecting USB devices or USB printer to allow you to share files and printer with clients in your network. NOTES: • To use this feature, you need to plug a USB storage device, such as a USB hard disk or USB flash drive, to the USB 3.0/2.0 ports on the rear panel of your wireless router. Ensure that the USB storage device is formatted and partitioned properly. Refer to the Plugn-Share Disk Support List at http://event.
To monitor your USB device: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Network Map. 2. On the Network Map screen, select the USB Disk Status icon to display your USB device’s information. 3. On the AiDisk Wizard field, click GO to set up an FTP server for Internet file sharing. NOTES: • For more details, refer to the section 3.18.2 Using Servers Center in this user manual.
3.14 Open NAT & Game Profile Open NAT offers a hassle-free way to create port forwarding rules for online games and optimizes the routing packets from your game console to the modem with an optimized gaming experience. When playing PC or console games, there may be some connection issues due to the ISP or router settings in your environment such as NAT and port blocks. Game Profile helps ensure that ROG Rapture gaming router is not blocking the game connection.
To configure Open NAT: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Open NAT. 2. Slide on Enable Port Forwarding. 3. From the Game List, select a game and complete basic settings. 4. Click OK.
3.15 Smart Connect Smart Connect is designed to automatically steer clients to one of three radios (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz) to maximize total wireless throughput use. 3.15.1 Setting up Smart Connect You can enable Smart Connect from the Web GUI through the following two ways: • Via the Wireless screen 1. On your web browser, manually key in the wireless router’s default IP address: http://www.asusrouter.com. 2. On the login page, key in the default user name (admin) and password (admin) and click OK.
3.15.2 Smart Connect Rule ASUSWRT provides default condition settings to trigger switching mechanism. You can also change the trigger conditions according to your networking surroundings. To change the settings, go to the Smart Connect Rule tab on the Network Tools screen.
Steering Trigger Condition This set of controls sets the criteria to initiate band steering. • Bandwidth Utilization When bandwidth use exceeds this percentage, steering will be initiated. • Enable Load Balance This controls load balancing. • RSSI If the received signal level of any associated client meets this criteria, steering will be triggered. • PHY Rate Less / PHY Rate Greater These controls determine STA link rates that trigger band steering. • VHT This controls determines how 802.
STA Selection Policy Once steering has been triggered, ASUSWRT will follow the STA Selection Policy to select a client(STA) that is going to be steered to the most appropriate band. Interface Select and Qualify Procedures These controls determine where the steered client will end up. The Target Band controls specify first and second choice of steering targets.
3.16 System Log System Log contains your recorded network activities. NOTE: System log resets when the router is rebooted or powered off. To view your system log: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > System Log. 2.
3.17 Traffic Analyzer Traffic Analyzer gives you an at-a-glance view of what’s happening on your network on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. It lets you to quickly see each user’s bandwidth usage or the device or app used, helping you reduce the bottlenecks in your Internet connection. It’s also a great way to monitor the users’ Internet usage or activities. To configure the Traffic analyzer: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Traffic Analyzer. 2.
3.18 USB Application The USB Applications function provides AiDisk, Servers Center, Network Printer Server and Download Master submenus. IMPORTANT! To use the server functions, you need to insert a USB storage device, such as a USB hard disk or USB flash drive, in the USB 3.0 port on the rear panel of your wireless router. Ensure that the USB storage device is formatted and partitioned properly. Refer to the ASUS website at http://event.asus.com/2009/networks/disksupport/ for the file system support table.
3.18.1 Using AiDisk AiDisk allows you to share files stored on a connected USB device through the Internet. AiDisk also assists you with setting up ASUS DDNS and an FTP server. To use AiDisk: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > USB Application, then click the AiDisk icon. 2. From the Welcome to AiDisk wizard screen, click Go. 3. Select the access rights that you want to assign to the clients accessing your shared data.
4. Create your domain name via the ASUS DDNS services, read the Terms of Service and then select I will use the service and accept the Terms of service and key in your domain name. When done, click Next. You can also select Skip ASUS DDNS settings then click Next to skip the DDNS setting. 5. Click Finish to complete the setting. 6. To access the FTP site that you created, launch a web browser or a third-party FTP client utility and key in the ftp link (ftp://.asuscomm.
3.18.2 Using Servers Center Servers Center allows you to share the media files from the USB disk via a Media Server directory, Samba share service, or FTP share service. You can also configure other settings for the USB disk in the Servers Center. Using Media Server Your wireless router allows UPnP-supported devices to access multimedia files from the USB disk connected to your wireless router. NOTE: Before using the UPnP Media Server function, connect your device to the router’s network.
Using Network Place (Samba) Share service Network Place (Samba) Share allows you to set up the accounts and permissions for the Samba service. To use Samba share: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > USB Application > Network Place (Samba) Share / Cloud Disk. NOTE: Network Place (Samba) Share is enabled by default. 2. Follow the steps below to add, delete, or modify an account. To create a new account: a) Click to add new account.
To delete an existing account: a) Select the account that you want to delete. b) Click . c) When prompted, click Delete to confirm the account deletion. To add a folder: a) Click . b) Enter the folder name, and click Add. The folder that you created will be added to the folder list. 3. From the list of folders, select the type of access permission that you want to assign for specific folders: • R/W: Select this option to assign read/write access. • R: Select this option to assign read-only access.
Using the FTP Share service FTP share enables an FTP server to share files from USB disk to other devices via your local area network or via the Internet. IMPORTANT! • Ensure that you safely remove the USB disk. Incorrect removal of the USB disk may cause data corruption. • To safely remove the USB disk, refer to the section Safely removing the USB disk under 3.13.3 Monitoring your USB device. To use FTP Share service: NOTE: Ensure that you have set up your FTP server through AiDisk.
2. From the list of folders, select the type of access rights that you want to assign for specific folders: • R/W: Select to assign read/write access for a specific folder. • W: Select to assign write only access for a specific folder. • R: Select to assign read only access for a specific folder. • No: Select this option if you do not want to share a specific folder. 3. If you prefer, you can set the Allow anonymous login field to ON. 4.
3.18.3 3G/4G 3G/4G USB modems can be connected to the router to allow Internet access. NOTE: For a list of verified USB modems, please visit: http://event.asus.com/2009/networks/3gsupport/ To set up 3G/4G internet access: 1. From the navigation panel, click Advanced Settings > USB application > 3G/4G. 2. In the Enable USB Modem field, select Yes. 3. Set up the following: • Location: Select your 3G/4G service provider’s location from the dropdown list.
3.19 VPN A virtual private network (VPN) provides a secure communication with a remote computer or network over a public network such as the Internet. NOTE: Before setting up a VPN connection, you would need the IP address or domain name of the VPN server. To set up access to a VPN server: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > VPN. 2. On the Enable PPTP VPN Server field, select ON. 3.
3.19.1 VPN Fusion VPN Fusion allows you to connect to multiple VPN servers simultaneously and assign your client devices to connect to different VPN tunnels. Some devices like set-top boxes, smart TVs and Blu-ray players do not support VPN software. This feature provides VPN access to such devices in a home network without having to install VPN software, while your smartphone remains connected to Internet not VPN.
To start, please follow the steps below: 1. Click beside Server List to add a new VPN tunnel. 2. Activate the VPN connection you created in Server List. 3. Click beside Exception List and select the online client you want to configure. 4. Assign a VPN connection to the client device, and click OK. 5. Activate the VPN policy in Exception List, and click Apply at the bottom of the page.
3.19.2 Instant Guard Instant Guard runs your own private VPN server on your own router. When you use a VPN tunnel, all your data passes through the server. With Instant Guard, you’re in total control of your own server, making it the safest possible solution.
3.20 WAN 3.20.1 Internet Connection The Internet Connection screen allows you to configure the settings of various WAN connection types. To configure the WAN connection settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > WAN > Internet Connection. 2. Configure the following settings below. When done, click Apply. • WAN Connection Type: Choose your Internet Service Provider type. The choices are Automatic IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP or static IP.
• Enable WAN: Select Yes to allow the router Internet access. Select No to disable Internet access. • Enable NAT: NAT (Network Address Translation) is a system where one public IP (WAN IP) is used to provide Internet access to network clients with a private IP address in a LAN. The private IP address of each network client is saved in a NAT table and is used to route incoming data packets.
• MAC Address: MAC (Media Access Control) address is a unique identifier for your networking device. Some ISPs monitor the MAC address of networking devices that connect to their service and reject any unrecognized device that attempt to connect. To avoid connection issues due to an unregistered MAC address, you can: • Contact your ISP and update the MAC address associated with your ISP service.
3.20.2 Dual WAN Your ASUS wireless router provides dual WAN support. You can set the dual WAN feature to any of these two modes: • Failover Mode: Select this mode to use the secondary WAN as the backup network access. • Load Balance Mode: Select this mode to optimize bandwidth, minimize response time and prevent data overload for both primary and secondary WAN connections.
3.20.3 Port Trigger Port range triggering opens a predetermined incoming port for a limited period of time whenever a client on the local area network makes an outgoing connection to a specified port. Port triggering is used in the following scenarios: • More than one local client needs port forwarding for the same application at a different time. • An application requires specific incoming ports that are different from the outgoing ports. To set up Port Trigger: 1.
• Trigger Port: Specify a trigger port to open the incoming port. • Protocol: Select the protocol, TCP, or UDP. • Incoming Port: Specify an incoming port to receive inbound data from the Internet. • Protocol: Select the protocol, TCP, or UDP. 5. Click the Add to enter the port trigger information to the list. Click the Delete button to remove a port trigger entry from the list. 6. When done, click Apply.
3.20.4 Virtual Server/Port Forwarding Port forwarding is a method to direct network traffic from the Internet to a specific port or a specific range of ports to a device or number of devices on your local network. Setting up Port Forwarding on your router allows PCs outside the network to access specific services provided by a PC in your network. To set up Port Forwarding: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > WAN > Virtual Server / Port Forwarding. 2.
5. On the Port Forwarding List table, key in the following information: • Service Name: Enter a service name. • Port Range: If you want to specify a Port Range for clients on the same network, enter the Service Name, the Port Range (e.g. 10200:10300), the LAN IP address, and leave the Local Port empty. Port range accepts various formats such as Port Range (300:350), individual ports (566,789) or Mix (1015:1024,3021).
To check if Port Forwarding has been configured successfully: • Ensure that your server or application is set up and running. • You will need a client outside your LAN but has Internet access (referred to as “Internet client”). This client should not be connected to the ASUS router. • On the Internet client, use the router’s WAN IP to access the server. If port forwarding has been successful, you should be able to access the files or applications.
3.20.5 DMZ Virtual DMZ exposes one client to the Internet, allowing this client to receive all inbound packets directed to your Local Area Network. Inbound traffic from the Internet is usually discarded and routed to a specific client only if port forwarding or a port trigger has been configured on the network. In a DMZ configuration, one network client receives all inbound packets. Setting up DMZ on a network is useful when you need incoming ports open or you want to host a domain, web, or e-mail server.
3.20.6 DDNS Setting up DDNS (Dynamic DNS) allows you to access the router from outside your network through the provided ASUS DDNS Service or another DDNS service. To set up DDNS: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > WAN > DDNS. 2. Configure the following settings below. When done, click Apply. • Enable the DDNS Client: Enable DDNS to access the ASUS router via the DNS name rather than WAN IP address. • Server and Host Name: Choose ASUS DDNS or other DDNS.
NOTES: DDNS service will not work under these conditions: • When the wireless router is using a private WAN IP address (192.168.x.x, 10.x.x.x, or 172.16.x.x), as indicated by a yellow text. • The router may be on a network that uses multiple NAT tables. 3.20.7 NAT Passthrough NAT Passthrough allows a Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection to pass through the router to the network clients. PPTP Passthrough, L2TP Passthrough, IPsec Passthrough and RTSP Passthrough are enabled by default.
3.21 Wi-Fi Radar Wi-Fi Radar, an advanced analysis tool for your wireless network, delves deep into the channels and packet data for troubleshooting. NOTE: Enabling Wi-Fi Radar may result to a drop wireless performance. Only enable Wi-Fi Radar when needed. To use Wi-Fi Radar: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Wi-Fi Radar, go to Settings and configure all the Wi-Fi Radar parameters.
2. Click Start Data Collection, and set the schedule for data collection. 3. Click Submit after you set all the parameters. 3.21.1 Wi-Fi Site Survey Wi-Fi Site Survey allows you to search for wireless networks in your environment.
3.21.2 Wireless Channel Statistics This feature shows channel usage of all bands and channel distribution statistics in your environment. 3.21.3 Advanced Troubleshooting This feature shows Wi-Fi glitch statistics in your environment.
3.22 Wireless 3.22.1 General The General tab allows you to configure the basic wireless settings. To configure the basic wireless settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Wireless > General. 2. Select 2.4GHz, 5GHz or 6GHz as the frequency band for your wireless network. 3. If you want to use the Smart Connect function, move the slider to ON in the Enable Smart Connect field. This function automatically connect the clients in your network to the appropriate band 2.
4. Assign a unique name containing up to 32 characters for your SSID (Service Set Identifier) or network name to identify your wireless network. Wi-Fi devices can identify and connect to the wireless network via your assigned SSID. The SSIDs on the information banner are updated once new SSIDs are saved to the settings. NOTE: You can assign unique SSIDs for the 2.4 GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz frequency bands. 5. In the Hide SSID field, select Yes to prevent wireless devices from detecting your SSID.
3.22.2 WPS WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a wireless security standard that allows you to easily connect devices to a wireless network. You can configure the WPS function via the PIN code or WPS button. NOTE: Ensure that the devices support WPS. To enable WPS on your wireless network: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Wireless > WPS. 2. In the Enable WPS field, move the slider to ON. 3. WPS uses 2.4GHz by default.
4. In the WPS Method field, select Push Button or Client PIN code. If you select Push Button, go to step 5. If you select Client PIN code, go to step 6. 5. To set up WPS using the router’s WPS button, follow these steps: a. Click Start or press the WPS button found at the rear of the wireless router. b. Press the WPS button on your wireless device. This is normally identified by the WPS logo. NOTE: Check your wireless device or its user manual for the location of the WPS button. c.
3.22.3 Bridge Bridge or WDS (Wireless Distribution System) allows your ASUS wireless router to connect to another wireless access point exclusively, preventing other wireless devices or stations to access your ASUS wireless router. It can also be considered as a wireless repeater where your ASUS wireless router communicates with another access point and other wireless devices. To set up the wireless bridge: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Wireless > WDS. 2.
3. In the AP Mode field, select any of these options: • AP Only: Disables the Wireless Bridge function. • WDS Only: Enables the Wireless Bridge feature but prevents other wireless devices/stations from connecting to the router. • HYBRID: Enables the Wireless Bridge feature and allows other wireless devices/stations to connect to the router. NOTE: In Hybrid mode, wireless devices connected to the ASUS wireless router will only receive half the connection speed of the Access Point. 4.
3.22.4 Wireless MAC Filter Wireless MAC filter provides control over packets transmitted to a specified MAC (Media Access Control) address on your wireless network. To set up the Wireless MAC filter: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Wireless > Wireless MAC Filter. 2. Select the frequency band. 3. Tick Yes in the Enable Mac Filter field. 4. In the MAC Filter Mode dropdown list, select either Accept or Reject.
3.22.5 RADIUS Setting RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial In User Service) Setting provides an extra layer of security when you choose WPAEnterprise, WPA2-Enterprise, or Radius with 802.1x as your Authentication Mode. To set up wireless RADIUS settings: 1. Ensure that the wireless router’s authentication mode is set to WPA-Enterprise or WPA2-Enterprise. NOTE: Please refer to section 3.22.1 General for configuring your wireless router’s Authentication Mode. 2.
3.22.6 Professional The Professional screen provides advanced configuration options. NOTE: We recommend that you use the default values on this page. In the Professional Settings screen, you can configure the following: • Band: Select the frequency band that the professional settings will be applied to.
• Enable Radio: Select Yes to enable wireless networking. Select No to disable wireless networking. • Enable wireless scheduler: Select Yes to enable and configure wireless scheduler. Select No to disable wireless scheduler. • Date to Enable Radio (weekdays): You can specify which days of the week wireless networking is enabled. • Time of Day to Enable Radio: You can specify a time range when wireless networking is enabled during the week.
• AMPDU RTS: Enable this function allows to build a group of frames before they are transmitted and use RTS for every AMPDU for communication among 802.11g and 802.11b devices. • RTS Threshold: Select a lower value for RTS (Request to Send) Threshold to improve wireless communication in a busy or noisy wireless network with high network traffic and numerous wireless devices.
• Explicit Beamforming: The client’s WLAN adapter and router both support beam forming technology. This technology allows these device to communicate the channel estimation and steering direction to each other to improve download and uplink speed. • Universal Beamforming: For legacy wireless network adapter that do not support beam forming, the router estimates the channel and determines the steering direction to improve the downlink speed.
4 Utilities NOTES: • Download and install the wireless router's utilities from the ASUS website: • Device Discovery v1.4.7.1 at http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ASUS/ LiveUpdate/Release/Wireless/Discovery.zip • Firmware Restoration v1.9.0.4 at http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ ASUS/LiveUpdate/Release/Wireless/Rescue.zip • Windows Printer Utility v1.0.5.5 at http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ ASUS/LiveUpdate/Release/Wireless/Printer.zip • The utilities are not supported on MAC OS. 4.
4.2 Firmware Restoration Firmware Restoration is used on an ASUS Wireless Router that failed during its firmware upgrading process. It uploads the firmware that you specify. The process takes about three to four minutes. IMPORTANT! Launch the rescue mode on the router before using the Firmware Restoration utility. NOTE: This feature is not supported on MAC OS. To launch the rescue mode and use the Firmware Restoration utility: 1. Unplug the wireless router from the power source. 2.
5. Specify a firmware file, then click Upload. NOTE: This is not a firmware upgrade utility and cannot be used on a working ASUS Wireless Router. Normal firmware upgrades must be done through the web interface. Refer to Chapter 3: Configuring the General and Advanced Settings for more details. 4.3 Setting up your printer server 4.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing ASUS EZ Printing Sharing utility allows you to connect a USB printer to your wireless router’s USB port and set up the print server.
NOTE: The print server function is supported on Windows® 7/8/8.1/10. To set up the EZ Printer sharing mode: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > USB Application > Network Printer Server. 2. Click Download Now! to download the network printer utility. NOTE: Network printer utility is supported on Windows® 7/8/8.1/10. To install the utility on Mac OS, select Use LPR protocol for sharing printer. 3.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your hardware, then click Next. 5. Wait a few minutes for the initial setup to finish. Click Next. 6. Click Finish to complete the installation.
7. Follow the Windows® OS instructions to install the printer driver. 8. After the printer’s driver installation is complete, network clients can now use the printer.
4.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer You can share your printer with computers running on Windows® and MAC operating system using LPR/LPD (Line Printer Remote/ Line Printer Daemon). Sharing your LPR printer To share your LPR printer: 1. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Devices and Printers > Add a printer to run the Add Printer Wizard. 2. Select Add a local printer and then click Next.
3. Select Create a new port then set Type of Port to Standard TCP/IP Port. Click Next. 4. In the Hostname or IP address field, key in the IP address of the wireless router then click Next.
5. Select Custom then click Settings. 6. Set Protocol to LPR. In the Queue Name field, key in LPRServer then click OK to continue.
7. Click Next to finish setting up the standard TCP/IP port. 8. Install the printer driver from the vendor-model list. If your printer is not in the list, click Have Disk to manually install the printer drivers from a CD-ROM or file.
9. Click Next to accept the default name for the printer. 10. Click Finish to complete the installation.
4.4 Download Master Download Master is a utility that helps you download files even while your laptops or other devices are switched off. NOTE: You need a USB device connected to the wireless router to use Download Master. To use Download Master: 1. Click Advanced Settings > USB Application > Download Master to download and install the utility automatically. NOTE: If you have more than one USB drive, select the USB device you want to download the files to. 2.
5. Use the navigation panel to configure the advanced settings. 4.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings To configure BitTorrent download settings: 1. From Download Master’s navigation panel, click Bit Torrent to launch the Bit Torrent Setting page. 2. Select a specific port for your download task. 3. To prevent network congestion, you can limit the maximum upload and download speeds under Speed Limits. 4.
4.4.2 NZB settings You can set up a USENET server to download NZB files. After entering USENET settings, Apply.
5 Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions for issues you may encounter with your router. If you encounter problems that are not mentioned in this chapter, visit the ASUS support site at: https://www.asus.com/support for more product information and contact details of ASUS Technical Support. 5.1 Basic Troubleshooting If you are having problems with your router, try these basic steps in this section before looking for further solutions. Upgrade Firmware to the latest version. 1. Launch the Web GUI.
Check if your Ethernet cables are plugged properly. • When the Ethernet cable connecting the router with the modem is plugged in properly, the WAN LED will be on. • When the Ethernet cable connecting your poweredon computer with the router is plugged in properly, the corresponding LAN LED will be on. Check if the wireless setting on your computer matches that of your computer.
5.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) I cannot access the router GUI using a web browser • If your computer is wired, check the Ethernet cable connection and LED status as described in the previous section. • Ensure that you are using the correct login information. The default factory login name and password is “admin/admin”. Ensure that the Caps Lock key is disabled when you enter the login information. • Delete the cookies and files in your web browser. For Internet Explorer, follow these steps: 1.
The client cannot establish a wireless connection with the router. NOTE: If you are having issues connecting to 5GHz network, make sure that your wireless device supports 5GHz or features dual band capabilities. • Out of Range: • Move the router closer to the wireless client. • Try to adjust antennas of the router to the best direction as described in section 1.4 Positioning your router. • DHCP server has been disabled: 1. Launch the web GUI.
• SSID has been hidden. If your device can find SSIDs from other routers but cannot find your router’s SSID, go to Advanced Settings > Wireless > General, select No on Hide SSID, and select Auto on Control Channel. • If you are using a wireless LAN adapter, check if the wireless channel in use conforms to the channels available in your country/area. If not, adjust the channel, channel bandwidth, and wireless mode.
Internet is not accessible. • Check if your router can connect to your ISP’s WAN IP address. To do this, launch the web GUI and go to Advanced Settings> Network Map, and check the Internet Status. • If your router cannot connect to your ISP’s WAN IP address, try restarting your network as described in the section Restart your network in following sequence under Basic Troubleshooting. • The device has been blocked via the Parental Control function.
How to restore the system to its default settings? • Go to Administration > Restore/Save/Upload Setting, and click Restore. The following are the factory default settings: User Name: admin Password: admin Enable DHCP: Yes (if WAN cable is plugged in) IP address: http://www.asusrouter.com (or 192.168.50.1) Domain Name: (Blank) Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 DNS Server 1: 192.168.50.1 DNS Server 2: (Blank) SSID (2.
Cannot access Web GUI Before configuring your wireless router, do the steps described in this section for your host computer and network clients. A. Disable the proxy server, if enabled. Windows® 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer to launch the browser. 2. Click Tools > Internet options > Connections > LAN settings. 3. From the Local Area Network (LAN) Settings screen, untick Use a proxy server for your LAN. 4. Click OK when done.
MAC OS 1. From your Safari browser, click Safari > Preferences > Advanced > Change Settings... 2. From the Network screen, deselect FTP Proxy and Web Proxy (HTTP). 3. Click Apply Now when done. NOTE: Refer to your browser's help feature for details on disabling the proxy server. B. Set the TCP/IP settings to automatically obtain an IP address. Windows® 1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center, then click the network connection to display its status window.
2. Click Properties to display the Ethernet Properties window. 3. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) or Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6), then click Properties. 4. To obtain the IPv4 IP settings automatically, tick Obtain an IP address automatically. To obtain the IPv6 IP settings automatically, tick Obtain an IPv6 address automatically. 5. Click OK when done.
MAC OS 1. Click the Apple icon located on the top left of your screen. 2. Click System Preferences > Network > Configure... 3. From the TCP/IP tab, select Using DHCP in the Configure IPv4 dropdown list. 4. Click Apply Now when done. NOTE: Refer to your operating system’s help and support feature for details on configuring your computer’s TCP/IP settings. C. Disable the dial-up connection, if enabled. Windows® 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer to launch the browser. 2.
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