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    User Guide DSL-AC55U Wireless-AC1200 Dual-band 802.11ac VDSL/ADSL Modem Router Wi-Fi ADSL / VDSDLuaMl oBdaenmd 8R0o2u.1te1rac
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    "). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY
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    Getting to know your xDSL modem router 1.1 Welcome 6 1.2 Package contents 6 1.3 Your xDSL modem router 7 1.4 Positioning your xDSL modem router 9 1.5 Setup Requirements 10 1.6 xDSL Modem Router Setup 11 1.6.1 Wired connection 11 1.6.2 Wireless connection 12 2 Getting started 2.1 Logging into
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    Table of contents 3.6 Using AiCloud 40 3.6.1 Cloud Disk 41 3.6.2 Smart Access 43 3.6.3 Smart Sync 44 4 Configuring the Advanced Settings 4.1 Wireless 45 4.1.1 General 45 4.1.2 WPS 48 4.1.3 Bridge 50 4.1.4 Wireless MAC Filter 52 4.1.5 RADIUS Setting 53 4.1.6 Professional 54 4.2 LAN 56
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    Discovery 86 5.2 Firmware Restoration 87 5.3 Setting up your printer server 88 5.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing 88 5.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer 92 5.4 Download Master 97 5.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings 98 5.4.2 NZB settings 99 6 Troubleshooting 6.1 Basic Troubleshooting 100
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    a good choice for complete home networking. 1.2 Package contents VDSL/ADSL Wireless Modem Router Network cable (RJ-45 cable) Support CD (Manual, utility software) Splitter (varies with region) Power adapter Quick Start Guide DSL/phone cable (RJ-11 cable) Warranty card NOTES: • If any of the items
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    1.3 Your xDSL modem router Wi-Fi ADSL / VDSDLuaMl oBdaenmd 8R0o2u.1te1rac DSL E-WAN WPS Wi-Fi on/off Power LED Off: No power. On: Device is ready. Flashing slow: Rescue mode Flashing quick: WPS is processing. DSL LED Off: No DSL link or unable to establish DSL link. On: DSL link is established.
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    On: Has physical connection to USB devices. DSL port Connect to a splitter or to a telephone Insert the bundled AC adapter into this port and connect your router to a power source. WPS and Wi-Fi on/off Power consumption in off mode: 0.21W • Power consumption in network standby mode: 4.21W • The
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    to it, ensure that you: • Place the xDSL modem router in a centralized area for a maximum wireless coverage for the network devices. • Keep the device away update to the latest firmware. Visit the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com to get the latest firmware updates. • To ensure the best wireless
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    your computer to connect to the network. • With its dual band technology, your ADSL/VDSL router supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless signals simultaneously. This allows you to browse the Internet or access e-mail messages using the 2.4GHz band while streaming high-definition audio/video files such as
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    possible setup problems. • Before setting up your ASUS xDSL modem router, do the following: • If you are replacing an existing xDSL modem router, disconnect it from your network. 1.6.1 Wired connection NOTE: You can use either a straight-through cable or a crossover cable for wired connection. DSL
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    the RJ-11 cable to the DSL port of your xDSL modem router, and connect the other end to the DSL port of your splitter. 3. Install an IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac WLAN adapter on your computer. NOTES: • For details on connecting to a wireless network, refer to the WLAN adapter's user manual. • To set up the
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    , Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome. NOTE: The features may vary with different firmware versions. To log into the web GUI: 1. On your web browser, manually key in the xDSL modem router's default IP address: http://router.asus.com 2. On the login page, key in the default user name (admin) and
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    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 xDSL modem router to reset it to its factory default settings. For more details, refer to the section Firmware Restoration
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    when you configure your xDSL modem router for the first time or when your device is reset to its default settings. • By default, the QIS Wizard is for DSL setup. If you want to configure DSL-AC55U as a wireless router, refer to the section Internet Connection in Chapter 4 of this user manual. 15
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    your ISP DSLAM offers both Annex A and Annex M mode, QIS automatically set the Annex mode to Annex A/I/J/L/M mode and completes the DSL line setting. • If you want to configure your ASUS xDSL modem router to a specific Annex mode, refer to the section DSL Setting in Chapter 4 of this user guide. 16
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    b) Select your Country and Internet Service Provider (ISP). c) Assign the wireless network name (SSID) and security key for your wireless connection. Click Apply when done. 17
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    save your network settings and go to the Network Map page. 2.3 Connecting to your wireless network After setting up your xDSL modem 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
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    NOTES: • Refer to the next chapters for more details on configuring your wireless network's settings. • Refer to your device's user manual for more details on connecting it to your wireless network. 3 Configuring the General settings 3.1 Using the Network Map Network Map allows you to configure your
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    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 General > Network Map. 2. On the Network Map screen and under System status, you can configure
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    IMPORTANT! The IEEE 802.11n/ac standard prohibits using High Throughput with WEP or WPA-TKIP as the unicast cipher. If you use these encryption methods, your data rate will drop to IEEE 802.11g 54Mbps connection. 5. Key in your WPA-PSK key (security passkey). 6. Click Apply when done. 3.1.2 Managing
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    ASUS DSL-AC55U provides two USB 2.0 ports for connecting USB devices or USB printer to allow you to share files and printer with clients in your network. NOTES: • USB External HDD/Flash disk: • Your xDSL modem router works with most USB HDDs/Flash disks up to 3TB and supports read-write access
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    sharing. • For the list of printers that your xDSL modem router supports, visit http://event.asus.com/networks/printersupport IMPORTANT! You first need to create a share account and its permission /access rights to allow other network clients to access the USB device via an FTP site/third-party FTP
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    Safely removing the USB disk IMPORTANT: Incorrect removal of the USB disk may cause data corruption. To safely remove the USB disk: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network Map. 2. In the upper right corner, click > Eject USB disk. When the USB disk is ejected successfully, the USB
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    Creating a 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: ASUS DSL-AC55U supports up to four SSIDs (including the main SSID). To create a guest network: 1. From
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    4. To configure additional options, click the network name (SSID) that you want to modify. 5. Assign a wireless name for your temporary network on the Network Name (SSID) field. 6. Select an Authentication Method. 7. Specify the Access time or choose Limitless. 8. Select Disable or Enable on the
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    from your ISP. 3. Click Save. NOTE: The User Specify Rule List is for advanced settings. If you want to prioritize specific network applications and network services, select User-defined QoS rules or User-defined Priority from the drop-down list on the upper-right corner. 27
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    column, you can set the network traffic limit (in KB) for a specific service to generate specific priorities for the service assigned to a specific port. For example, if two network clients, PC 1 and PC 2, are both accessing the Internet (set at port 80), but PC 1 exceeds the network traffic limit
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    5. On the User-defined Priority page, you can prioritize the network applications or devices into five levels from the userdefined QoS rules' dropdown list. Based on priority level, you can use the following methods to send data packets: • Change the order of upstream network packets that are sent
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    Traffic The traffic monitor function allows you to access the bandwidth usage and speed of your Internet, wired, and wireless networks. It allows you to monitor network traffic even on a daily basis. NOTE: Packets from the Internet are evenly transmitted to the wired and wireless devices. 30
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    quality. The graph to signal-to-noise ratio shows the classic SNR (Signal-toNoise Ratio), which can be useful in identifying the stability of the DSL connection. Transmission/Reception graph shows how many bits per carrier are transmitted/received. 31
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    3.4 Setting up Parental Control Parental Control allows you to control the Internet access time. Users can set the time limit for a client's network usage. contain special characters or spaces as this may cause the router to function abnormally. 4. Click or to add or delete the client's profile. 32
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    the USB 2.0 port on the rear panel of your xDSL modem 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. 3.5.1 Using AiDisk AiDisk allows you to share files
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    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
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    for the USB disk in the Servers Center. Using Media Server Your xDSL modem router allows DLNA-supported devices to access multimedia files from the USB disk connected to your xDSL modem router. NOTE: Before using the DLNA Media Server function, connect your device to the DSL-AC55U's network. 35
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    . • Media Server Status: Displays the status of the media server. 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 General > USB application > Servers
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    2. Follow the steps below to add, delete, or modify an account. To create a new account: a) Click to add new account. b) In the Account and Password fields, key in the name and password of your network client. Retype the password to confirm. Click Add to add the account to the list. To delete an
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    folders: • R/W: Select this option to assign read/write access. • R: Select this option to assign read-only access. • No: Select this option if you do not want to share a specific file folder. 4. Click Apply to apply the changes. Using the FTP Share service FTP share enables an FTP server to share
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    Share service: NOTE: Ensure that you have set up your FTP server through AiDisk. For more details, refer to the section 3.5.1 Using AiDisk. 1. From the navigation panel, click General > USB application > Servers Center > FTP Share tab. 2. From the list of folders, select the type of access rights
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    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
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    3.6.1 Cloud Disk To create a cloud disk: 1. Insert a USB storage device into the xDSL modem router. 2. Turn on Cloud Disk. 3. Go to https://www.asusnetwork.net and enter the router login account and password. For better user experience, we recommend that you use Google Chrome or Firefox. 41
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    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. 42
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    3.6.2 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 4.3.6 DDNS. • By default, AiCloud provides a secure HTTPS connection. Key
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    3.6.3 Smart Sync To use Smart Sync: 1. Launch AiCloud, click Smart Sync > Go. 2. Select ON to enable Smart 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. 44
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    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
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    function is enabled, you would need to enter the SSID manually on the wireless device to access the wireless network. 5. Select any of these wireless mode options to determine the types of wireless devices that can connect to your xDSL modem router: • Auto: Select Auto to allow 802.11ac, 802.11n
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    security. It is with integrated EAP server or an external RADIUS back-end authentication server. NOTE: Your xDSL modem router supports the maximum transmission rate of 54Mbps when the Wireless Mode is set to Auto and encryption method is WEP or TKIP. 9. Select any of these WEP (Wired Equivalent
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    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
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    : a. Locate the WPS PIN code on your wireless device's user manual or on the device itself. b.Key in the Client PIN code on the text box. c. Click Start WPS to put your xDSL modem router into WPS survey mode. The router's LED indicators quickly flash three times until the WPS setup is completed. 49
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    also be considered as a wireless repeater where your ASUS Wireless xDSL Modem 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 > Bridge tab. 3. In the AP Mode field, select any of
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    • 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 xDSL Modem Router will only receive half the connection speed of the Access Point. 4. In the Connect to APs in list
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    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 tab. 2. Enable the Mac Filter Mode, then in the MAC Filter Mode dropdown list, select either Accept
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    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 xDSL modem router's authentication mode is set to WPA-Enterprise
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    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: You can set the time range when wireless networking is enabled during the week. • Date to Enable Radio: You can specify
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    Access, Points or wireless repeater, wireless clients sometimes cannot connect automatically to thefts available AP because they are still connected to the main wireless router time interval before a signal is sent to a wireless device in sleep mode indicating that a data packet is awaiting delivery.
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    Setup. • TX Power adjustment: TX Power adjustment refers to the milliWatts (mW) needed to power the radio signal output of the xDSL modem router. Enter a value between 0 to 100. NOTE: Increasing the TX Power adjustment values may affect the stability of the wireless network. 4.2
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    4.2.2 DHCP Server Your xDSL modem 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
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    Ending Address. 6. In the DNS and WINS Server Settings section, key in your DNS Server and WINS Server IP address if needed. 7. Your xDSL modem router can also manually assign IP addresses to devices on the network. Up to 32 MAC Addresses can be added to the DHCP list for
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    use of more than one xDSL modem router, you can configure a routing table to share the same Internet service. NOTE: We recommend that you do On the Static Route List, enter the network information of other access points or nodes. Click the Add or Delete button to add or remove a device on the list
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    4.2.4 IPTV The xDSL modem 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. 60
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    tab. 2. Configure the following settings below. When done, click Save. • WAN Transfer Mode • Choose your Internet Service Provider type. The choices are VDSL WAN (PTM), ADSL WAN (ATM), Ethernet WAN. Consult your ISP if the router is unable to obtain a valid IP address or if you are unsure the WAN
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    , devices can be remotely configured to support P2P applications, interactive gaming, video conferencing, and web or proxy servers. Unlike Port forwarding, which involves manually configuring port settings, UPnP automatically configures the router to accept incoming connections and direct requests
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    your ISP and update the MAC address associated with your ISP service. • Clone or change the MAC address of the ASUS wireless router to match the MAC address of the previous networking device recognized by the ISP. 4.3.2 Dual WAN DSL-AC55U provides Dual WAN support. Select Failover mode to use
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    the following settings below. When done, click Apply. • Enable Port Trigger: Choose Yes to enable Port Trigger. • Well-Known Applications: Select popular games and web services to add to the Port Trigger List. • Description: Enter a short name or description for the
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    router drops the connection because it is unable to determine which PC is requesting for IRC access. When Port Trigger is enabled, the router assigns the router is unsure when the application has been terminated. • Port triggering only allows one client in the network to use a particular service and
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    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. NOTE: When port forwarding is enabled, the ASUS router blocks unsolicited inbound traffic from the Internet and only allows replies
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    you want to access. • Famous Game List: This item lists ports required for popular online games to work correctly. • FTP Server Port: Avoid assigning the port range 20:21 for your FTP server as this would conflict with the router's native FTP server assignment. • Service Name: Enter a service name
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    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. Differences between port trigger and port forwarding
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    . 2. Configure the setting below. When done, click Apply. • IP address of Exposed Station: Key in the client's LAN IP address that will provide the DMZ service and be exposed on the Internet. Ensure that the server client has a static IP address. 69
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    Station text box. 2. When done, click Apply. 4.3.6 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 tab
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    NOTES: DDNS service will not work under these conditions: • When the xDSL modem 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. 4.3.7 NAT Passthrough NAT Passthrough allows
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    4.4 IPv6 This xDSL modem 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
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    Advanced Settings > VPN Server. 2. On the Enable VPN Server field, select Yes. 3. On the Network Place (Samba) Support field, select Yes. 4. Enter the user name and password for accessing the VPN server. Click the button. 5. Click Apply. NOTE: For advanced VPN server settings, click the VPN Server
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    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. You can also monitor packets exchanged between the LAN and WAN connection. On the Logged packets type, select
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    to specific URLs. NOTE: The URL Filter is based on a DNS query. If a network client has already accessed a website such as http://www.abcxxx.com, then the website will not be blocked (a DNS cache in the system stores previously visited websites). To resolve
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    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.com, then the website will not be blocked (a DNS cache in the system stores previously visited websites). To
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    3. Select the Filter table type. Black List blocks the specified network services. White List limits access to only the specified network services. 4. Specify the day and time when the filters will be active. 5. To specify a Network Service to filter, enter the Source IP, Destination IP, Port Range
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    a new name and password. • WPS button behavior: The physical WPS button on the xDSL modem router can be used to activate WPS. • Time Zone: Select the time zone for your network. • NTP Server: The xDSL modem router can access a NTP (Network time Protocol) server in order to synchronize the time. 78
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    Yes to allow devices outside the network to access the xDSL modem router GUI settings. Select No to to prevent access. 3. Click Apply. 4.7.2 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
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    automatically enters rescue mode and the power LED indicator on the front panel starts flashing slowly. To recover or restore the system, refer to section 5.2 Firmware Restoration. 4.7.3 Restore/Save/Upload Setting To restore/save/upload xDSL modem router settings: 1. From the navigation panel
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    to locate your file, then click Upload. NOTE: If issues occur, upload the latest firmware version and configure new settings. Do not restore the router to its default settings. 4.7.4 DSL Setting This page allows you to configure your DSL settings. IMPORTANT! Please contact your ISP to obtain your
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    Mode: This device supports different DSL Variant (Annex) - Annex A, Annex I, Annex A/L, Annex M, A/J/J/L/M (multiple-mode), Annex B, Annex B/J (multiple-mode). Contact your ISP to find out the DSL variant (annex) that is used on your DSL may weaken your xDSL modem router defense against line noise,
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    • Default: Select this mode for your xDSL modem router to automatically assign the suitable mode for your VDSL line. • UPBO/Upstream Power Back Off (VDSL): This item allows you to enable or disable UPBO (Upstream Power Back Off) for VDSL. DSLAM (Digital Subscriber Line Access Multiplexer) uses UPBO
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    4.7.5 Feedback DSL feedback is used to diagnose problems and help to improve the user experience of ASUS xDSL modem router. Complete the form, and it will be send to ASUS Support Team. 84
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    . 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. You can view your network activities in any of these tabs: • General Log • DHCP Leases • Wireless Log • Port Forwarding • DSL Log 85
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    device, and allows you to configure the wireless networking settings. To launch the Device Discovery utility: • From your computer's desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility > Device Discovery. NOTE: When you set the router to Access Point mode, you need to use Device Discovery to get
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    is used on an ASUS Wireless xDSL Modem 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
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    desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility DSL-AC55U xDSL modem router > Firmware Restoration. 5. Specify a firmware file, then click Upload. NOTE: This is not a firmware upgrade utility and cannot be used on a working ASUS XDSL modem router. Normal firmware upgrades must be done through the
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    Windows® 7. To set up the EZ Printer sharing mode: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > USB Application > Network Printer Server. 2. Click Download Now! to download the network printer utility. NOTE: Network printer utility is supported on Windows® XP, Windows® Vista, and Windows® 7 only
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    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. DSL-AC55U 90
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    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. 91
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    5.3.2 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
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    3. Select Create a new port then set Type of Port to Standard TCP/IP Port. Click New Port. 4. In the Hostname or IP address field, key in the IP address of the xDSL modem router then click Next. 93
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    5. Select Custom then click Settings. 6. Set Protocol to LPR. In the Queue Name field, key in LPRServer then click OK to continue. 94
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    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. 95
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    9. Click Next to accept the default name for the printer. 10. Click Finish to complete the installation. 96
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    you download files even while your laptops or other devices are switched off. NOTE: You need a USB device connected to the xDSL modem router to use Download Master. To use Download Master: 1. Click General > USB application > Download Master to download and install the utility automatically. NOTE
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    5. Use the navigation panel to configure the advanced settings. 5.4.1 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
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    5.4.2 NZB settings You can set up a USENET server to download NZB files. After entering USENET settings, Apply. 99
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    .com/ for more product information and contact details of ASUS Technical Support. 6.1 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. Go to
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    , ensure that the SSID (wireless network name), encryption mehtod, and password are correct. Check if your network settings are correct. • Each client on the network should have a valid IP address. ASUS recommends that you use the xDSL modem router's DHCP server to assign IP addresses to computers
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    • Some cable modem service providers require you to use the MAC address of the computer initially registered on the account. You can view the MAC address in the web GUI, Network Map > Clients page, and hover the mouse pointer over your device in Client Status. 102
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    6.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) I cannot access the router GUI using a web browser • If your computer is wired, check the Ethernet cable obtain IP addresses automatically. For more details, refer to Chapter 1 of this user manual. • Ensure that you use CAT5e or CAT6 ethernet cables. 103
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    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
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    available in your country/area. If not, adjust the channel, channel bandwidth, and wireless mode. • If you still cannot connect to the router wirelessly, you can reset your router to factory default settings. In the router GUI,click Administration > Restore/Save/Upload Setting and click Restore. 105
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    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 there is still no Internet access, try to reboot your computer and verify the network's IP address and gateway address.
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    is plugged in) http://router.asus.com Domain Name: (Blank) Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 DNS Server 1: DNS Server 2: 192.168.1.1 (Blank) SSID (2.4GHz): ASUS SSID (5GHz): ASUS_5G Firmware upgrade failed. Launch the rescue mode and run the Firmware Restoration utility. Refer to
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    Cannot access Web GUI Before configuring your xDSL modem router, do the steps described in this section for your host computer and network clients. A. Disable the proxy server, if enabled. Windows® 7 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer
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    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. Cllick Apply Now when done. NOTE: Refer to your browser's help feature for details on disabling the proxy server. B. Set the TCP/
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    TCP/IP tab, select Using DHCP in the Configure IPv4 dropdown list. 4. Cllick 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. 110
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    C. Disable the dial-up connection, if enabled. Windows® 7 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer to launch the browser. 2. Click Tools > Internet options > Connections tab. 3. Tick Never dial a connection. 4. Click OK when done. NOTE: Refer to your browser's help feature for details on disabling the
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    Appendices Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to other components, as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus. com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling information in different regions. REACH
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    This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
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    Safety Information To maintain compliance with FCC's RF exposure guidelines, this equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body. Use on the supplied antenna. Declaration of Conformity for R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC Essential requirements -
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    operation of the device. Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Information The radiated output power of the ASUS Wireless Device is below the Industry Canada (IC) radio frequency exposure limits. The ASUS Wireless Device should be used in such a manner such that the potential for human contact during
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    the exact terms and conditions of this license. All future firmware updates will also be accompanied with their respective source code. Please visit our web site for updated information. Note that we do not offer direct support for the distribution. GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991
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    price. Our General Public Licenses are designed to make sure that you have the freedom to distribute copies of free software (and charge for this service if you wish), that you receive source code or can get it if you want it, that you can change the software or use pieces
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    is modified by someone else and passed on, we want its recipients to know that what they have is not the original, so that any problems introduced by others will not reflect on the original authors' reputations. Finally, any free program is threatened constantly by software patents. We wish to avoid
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    act of running the Program is not restricted, and the output from the Program is covered only if its contents constitute a work based on the Program (independent of having been made by running the Program). Whether that is true depends on what the Program does. 1. You may copy and distribute
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    the program under these conditions, and telling the user how to view a copy of this License. (Exception: if the Program itself is interactive but does not normally print such an announcement, your work based on the Program is not required to print an announcement.) These requirements apply to the
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    , unless that component itself accompanies the executable. If distribution of executable or object code is made by offering access to copy from a designated place, then offering equivalent access to copy the source code from the same place counts as distribution of the source code, even though third
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    Therefore, by modifying or distributing the Program (or any work based on the Program), you indicate your acceptance of this License to do so, and all its terms and conditions for copying, distributing or modifying the Program or works based on it. 6. Each time you redistribute the Program (or any
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    License from time to time. Such new versions will be similar in spirit to the present version, but may differ in detail to address new problems or concerns. Each version is given a distinguishing version number. If the Program specifies a version number of this License which applies to it and "any
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    Foundation; we sometimes make exceptions for this. Our decision will be guided by the two goals of preserving the free status of all derivatives SHOULD THE PROGRAM PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU ASSUME THE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR OR CORRECTION. 12 IN NO EVENT UNLESS REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW
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    For Turkey only Authorised distributors in Turkey: BOGAZICI BIL GISAYAR SAN. VE TIC. A.S. Tel. No.: +90 212 3311000 Address: AYAZAGA MAH. KEMERBURGAZ CAD. NO.10 AYAZAGA/ISTANBUL CIZGI Elektronik San. Tic. Ltd. Sti. Tel. No.: +90 212 3567070 Address: CEMAL SURURI CD. HALIM MERIC IS MERKEZI
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    . (Asia Pacific) Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 Website www.asus.com.tw Technical Support Telephone Support Fax Online support +886228943447 +886228907698 support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone
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    Number 800-92491 0033-170949400 0049-1805010920 0049-1805010923 (component support) 0049-2102959911 ( Fax ) 0036-15054561 199-400089 00800 0041-848111010 0041-848111014 0041-848111012 +44-1442265548 0035-31890719918 008-800-100-ASUS 0038-0445457727 Service Hours 09:00-13:00 ; 14:00-18:00 Mon-Fri 09:
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    0065-67203835 ( Repair Status Only ) 0060-320535077 1800-18550163 1800-2090365 0062-2129495000 500128 (Local Only) 1900-555581 00852-35824770 1-812-282-2787 001-8008367847 Service Hours 09:00-18:00 Mon-Fri 09:00-18:00 Mon-Fri 09:00-18:00 Mon-Fri 09:00-17:00 Sat-Sun
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    00368-59045401 00372-6671796 00371-67408838 00370-37329000 00370-522101160 Service Hours 09:00-18:00 Sun-Thu 09:00-18 00-18:00 Mon-Fri NOTE: For more information, visit the ASUS support site at: http://support.asus.com Manufacturer: Authorised representative in Europe: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. Tel:
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DSL-AC55U
Wireless-AC1200
Dual-band 802.11ac VDSL/ADSL
Modem Router
User Guide
Dual Band 802.11ac
Wi-Fi ADSL / VDSL Modem Router