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User Guide RT-AC1200 Wireless-AC1200 Dual Band USB Router - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 2
"). 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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 3
Table of contents 1 Getting to know your wireless router 1.1 Welcome 6 1.2 Package contents 6 1.3 Your wireless router 7 1.4 Positioning your router 9 1.5 Setup Requirements 10 1.6 Router Setup 11 1.6.1 Wired connection 11 1.6.2 Wireless connection 12 2 Getting started 2.1 Logging into the - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 4
contents 4 Configuring the Advanced Settings 4.1 Wireless 36 4.1.1 General 36 4.1.2 WPS 39 4.1.3 Wireless MAC Filter 41 4.1.4 RADIUS Setting 42 filter 62 4.5.4 Network Services Filter 63 4.6 Administration 64 4.6.1 Operation Mode 64 4.6.2 System 65 4.6.3 Firmware Upgrade 66 4.6.4 Restore - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 5
Table of contents 4.7 System Log 68 5 Utilities 5.1 Device Discovery 69 5.2 Firmware Restoration 70 6 Troubleshooting 6.1 Basic Troubleshooting 72 6.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs 75 Appendices Notices ...84 ASUS Contact information 98 Networks Global Hotline Information 99 5 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 6
contents RT-AC1200 Wireless Router Network cable (RJ-45) Power adapter Quick Start Guide Warranty card NOTES: • If any of the items are damaged or missing, contact ASUS for technical inquiries and support, Refer to the ASUS Support Hotline list at the back of this user manual. • Keep - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 7
. On: Wireless system is ready. Flashing: Transmitting or receiving data via wireless connection. 5 Power LED Off: No power. On: Device is ready. Flashing slow: Rescue mode Flashing quick: WPS is processing. 6 Reset button This button resets or restores the system to its factory default settings. 7 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 8
Press this button to power on or off the stystem. 8 Power (DC-IN) port Insert the bundled AC adapter into this port and connect your router to a power source. 9 USB port Insert a USB device such as USB hard disk or USB flash drive into the port. Insert your iPad's USB cable - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 9
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 to the latest firmware. Visit the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com to get the latest firmware updates. • To ensure the best wireless signal, orient - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 10
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/100Base-TX) • IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac wireless capability • An installed TCP/IP service your wireless router supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 11
1.6 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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 12
to your wireless router's LAN port. IMPORTANT! Ensure that the LAN LED is blinking. 3 Using another network cable, connect your modem to your wireless router's WAN port. 4. Insert your modem's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet. 1.6.2 Wireless connection RT-AC1200 1 3 WAN - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 13
router's WAN port. 3. Insert your modem's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet. 4. 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 security - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 14
may vary with different firmware versions. To log into the web GUI: 1. On your web browser, manually key in the wireless router's default IP address: 192.168.50.1 or enter http://router.asus. com. 2. On the login page, key in the default user name (admin) and password (admin). 3. You can now - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 15
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. Log into the Web GUI. The QIS page launches automatically. NOTES: • By default, the login username and password for your wireless router's Web GUI is admin - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 16
2. The wireless router automatically detects if your ISP connection type is Dynamic IP, PPPoE, PPTP and L2TP. Key in the necessary information for your ISP connection type. IMPORTANT! - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 17
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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 18
4. Your Internet and wireless settings are displayed. Click Next to continue. 5. Read the wireless network connection tutorial. When done, click Finish. 18 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 19
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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 20
3 Configuring the General settings 3.1 Using the Network Map Network Map allows you to configure your network's security settings, manage your network clients, and monitor your USB device. 20 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 21
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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 22
the Security Level dropdown list, select the encryption method for your wireless network. IMPORTANT! The IEEE 802.11n/ac standard prohibits using High Client Status icon to display your network client's information. 3. To block a client's access to your network, select the client and click block. 22 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 23
to plug a USB storage device, such as a USB hard disk or USB flash drive, to the USB port on the rear panel of your wireless router. Ensure that the USB storage device is formatted and partitioned properly. Refer to the Plug-n-Share Disk Support List at http://event.asus.com/networks/disksupport 23 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 24
Status icon to display your USB device's information. NOTES: • For more details, refer to the section 3.5.2 Using Servers Center in this user manual. • The wireless router works with most USB HDDs/Flash disks (up to 2TB size) and supports read-write access for FAT16, FAT32, EXT2, EXT3, and NTFS. 24 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 25
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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 26
3.2 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: RT-AC1200 supports up to six SSIDs (three 2.4GHz and three 5GHz SSIDs). To create a guest network: 1. - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 27
Modify. 5. Click Yes on the Enable Guest Network screen. 6. Assign a wireless name for your temporary network on the Network Name (SSID) field. 7. Select an Authentication Method. 8. Select an Encryption method. 9. Specify the Access time or choose Limitless. 10. Select Disable or Enable on the - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 28
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. 28 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 29
page, there are four default online service types - web surf, HTTPs and file transfers. Select your preferred service, fill in the Source 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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 30
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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 31
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. 31 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 32
Parental Control Parental Control allows you to control the Internet access time. Users can set the time limit for a client that the client name does not 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. 5. Set - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 33
settings for the USB disk in the Servers Center. Using Media Server Your wireless router allows DLNA-supported devices to access multimedia files from the USB disk connected to your wireless router. NOTE: Before using the DLNA Media Server function, connect your device to the RT-AC1200's network. 33 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 34
. • 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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 35
, 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 existing account: a) Select the - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 36
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. 4 Configuring the Advanced Settings 4.1 Wireless 4.1.1 General The General tab allows you - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 37
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 wireless router: • Auto: Select Auto to allow 802.11AC, 802.11n, 802 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 38
to maximize the wireless throughput. 20MHz (default): Select this bandwidth if you encounter some issues with your wireless connection. 8. . • Radius with 802.1x NOTE: Your wireless router supports the maximum transmission rate of 54Mbps when the Wireless Mode is set to Auto and encryption method is - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 39
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 tab. 2. In the Enable WPS field, move the slider to ON. 3. WPS uses 2.4GHz by default. If you want to change the frequency to 5GHz - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 40
Personal. WPS does not support a wireless network that uses a wireless device's user manual or on the device itself. b.Key in the Client PIN code on the text box. c. Click Start to put your wireless router into WPS survey mode. The router's LED indicators quickly flash three times until the WPS setup - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 41
, select the frequency band that you want to use for the Wireless MAC filter. 3. In the MAC Filter Mode dropdown list, select either Accept or Reject. • Select Accept to allow devices in the MAC filter list to access to the wireless network. • Select Reject to prevent devices in the MAC filter list - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 42
your wireless router's Authentication Mode. 2. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Wireless > RADIUS Setting. 3. Select the frequency band. 4. In the Server IP Address field, key in your RADIUS server's IP Address. 5. In the Connection Secret field, assign the password to access - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 43
. 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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 44
Indication Message) Interval or Data Beacon Rate is the time interval before a signal is sent to a wireless device in sleep mode indicating that a data packet is awaiting delivery. The default value is three milliseconds. • Beacon Interval: Beacon Interval is the time between one DTIM and the next - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 45
4.2 LAN 4.2.1 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, - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 46
Settings > LAN > DHCP Server tab. 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. In the IP Pool Ending Address field, key in the ending IP - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 47
and Server Settings section, key in your DNS Server and WINS Server IP address if needed. 8. Your wireless router can also manually assign IP addresses to devices on the network. On the Enable Manual Assignment field, choose Yes to assign an IP address to specific MAC addresses on the network. Up to - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 48
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 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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 49
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 fixed IP. Consult your ISP if the router is unable to obtain a valid IP address or if you are unsure the WAN connection type - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 50
, 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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 51
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 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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 52
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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 53
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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 54
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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 55
type of service 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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 56
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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 57
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. To remove DMZ: 1. Delete the client's LAN IP address from - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 58
4.3.5 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. 2. Configure the following settings below. When - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 59
wildcard: Enable wildcard if your DDNS service requires one. 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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 60
4.4 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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 61
wireless router can serve as a hardware firewall for your network. NOTE: The Firewall feature is enabled by default of Service) attacks though this may affect your router's performance access to specific URLs. NOTE: The URL Filter is based on a DNS query. If a network client has already accessed - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 62
the Enable URL Filter field, select Enabled. 3. Enter a URL and click the button. 4. Click Apply. 4.5.3 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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 63
compressed using HTTP compression cannot be filtered. HTTPS pages also cannot be blocked using a keyword filter. 4.5.4 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. 63 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 64
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, and Protocol. Click the button. 6. Click Apply. 4.6 Administration 4.6.1 Operation Mode The - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 65
of these operation modes: • Wireless 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. • Access Point mode: In this mode, the router creates a new wireless network on an existing - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 66
to allow devices outside the network to access the wireless router GUI settings. Select No to prevent access. 3. Click Apply. 4.6.3 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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 67
Restore/Save/Upload Setting To restore/save/upload wireless router settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Administration > Restore/Save/Upload Setting tab. 2. Select the tasks that you want to do: • To restore to the default factory settings, click Restore, and click OK in - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 68
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. You can view your network activities in any of these tabs: • General Log • DHCP Leases • Wireless Log • Port Forwarding - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 69
, 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 > Wireless Router > Device Discovery. NOTE: When you set the router to Access Point mode, you need to use Device Discovery - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 70
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. Hold the Reset button at the rear - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 71
computer's desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility > Wireless 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 Wireless Router. Normal firmware upgrades must be done through the - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 72
.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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 73
, ensure that the SSID (wireless network name), encryption method, 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 wireless router's DHCP server to assign IP addresses to computers - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 74
• 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. 74 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 75
(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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 76
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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 77
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. 77 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 78
> 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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 79
on the wireless router is not ON, check if all cables are plugged properly. 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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 80
. The default login account and password are both "admin". Firmware upgrade failed. Launch the rescue mode and run the Firmware Restoration utility. Refer to section 5.2 Firmware Restoration on how to use the Firmware Restoration utility. Cannot access Web GUI Before configuring your wireless router - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 81
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. Cllick Apply - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 82
B. Set the TCP/IP settings to automatically obtain an IP address. Windows® 7/8 1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Manage network connections. 2. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) or Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6), then click - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 83
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® 7/8 1. Click Start > Internet - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 84
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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 85
installation. 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 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 86
for devices in the band 5725-5850 MHz shall be such that the equipment still complies with the e.i.r.p. limits specified for point-to-point and non-point-to-point operation as appropriate; and (iii) Users should also be advised that high-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e. priority - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 87
les dispositifs utilisant la bande de 5725 à 5 850 MHz) doit être conforme à la limite de la p.i.r.e. spécifiée pour l'exploitation point à point et l'exploitation non point à point, selon le cas; (iii) De plus, les utilisateurs devraient aussi être avisés que les utilisateurs de radars de haute - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 88
of the GPL with every CD shipped with our product. All future firmware updates will also be accompanied with their respective source code. Please visit our site for updated information. Note that we do not offer direct support for the distribution. GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991 - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 89
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 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, - Asus RT-AC1200 White Housing | ASUS RT-AC1200 user s manual in English - Page 90
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