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User Guide RT-AC1900P Dual Band 3x3 Wireless-AC 1900 Gigabit Router 1900P - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P 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-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 3
Setup Requirements 10 1.6 Router Setup 11 1.6.1 Wired connection 11 1.6.2 Wireless connection 12 2 Getting started 14 2.1 Logging into the Web GUI 14 2.2 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Auto-detection 15 2.3 Connecting to your wireless network 19 3 Configuring the General settings - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 4
Wireless MAC Filter 55 4.1.5 RADIUS Setting 56 4.1.6 Professional 57 4.2 LAN 59 4.2.1 LAN IP 59 4.2.2 DHCP Server 60 4.2.3 Route 62 4.2.4 IPTV 63 4.3 WAN 64 4.3.1 Internet Connection 64 4.3.2 Port Trigger 67 4.3.3 Virtual Server/Port Forwarding 69 4.3.4 DMZ 72 4.3.5 DDNS - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 5
5.2 Firmware Restoration 86 5.3 Setting up your printer server 87 5.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing 87 5.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer 91 5.4 Download Master 96 5.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings 97 5.4.2 NZB settings 98 6 Troubleshooting 99 6.1 Basic Troubleshooting 99 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 6
-saving solution. 1.2 Package contents RT-AC1900P Wireless Router Power adapter Support CD (Manual) Network cable (RJ-45) Quick Start Guide 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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 7
1.3 Your wireless router 1900P LAN 1~4 LED O ff: No power or no physical connection. O n: Has physical connection to a local area network (LAN). WAN (Internet) LED O ff: No power or - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 8
(DC-IN) port Insert the bundled AC adapter into this port and connect your router to a power source. USB 3.0 / 2.0 ports Insert USB 3.0 ports Connect network cables into these ports to establish LAN connection. Reset button This button resets or restores the system to its factory default settings - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 9
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 latest firmware. Visit the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com to get the latest firmware updates. • To ensure the best wireless signal - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P 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/ 1000BaseTX) • IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac wireless capability • An installed TCP/IP service , your wireless router supports 2.4GHz and - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 11
You can use either a straight-through cable or a crossover cable for wired connection. RT-AC1900P Wall Power Outlet Power Modem LAN WAN Computer To set up your wireless router via wired connection: 1. Insert your wireless router's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet. 11 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 12
modem's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet. 1.6.2 Wireless connection RT-AC1900P Wall Power Outlet Power Modem WAN To set up your wireless router via wireless connection: 1. Insert your wireless router's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet. 2 Using - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 13
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 settings for your network, refer to the - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 14
web browser, manually key in the wireless router's default IP address: 192.168.1.1 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 use the Web GUI to configure various settings of your ASUS Wireless Router. Top command - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 15
it to its factory default settings. To use QIS with auto-detection: 1. Log into the Web GUI. The QIS page launches automatically. The server 192.168.1.1 at RT-AC1900P requires a username and password. NOTES: • By default, the login username and password for your wireless router's Web GUI is admin - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 16
2. The wireless router automatically detects if your ISP connection type is Dynamic IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, and Static IP. Key in the necessary information for your ISP connection - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 17
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 and - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P 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-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 19
2.3 Connecting to your wireless network After setting up your wireless router via QIS, you can connect your computer or other 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. 19 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P 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-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 21
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 the wireless security - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 22
4. From the Security Level dropdown list, select the encryption method for your wireless network. 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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 23
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 Plug-n-Share Disk Support List at http://event.asus.com/networks/disksupport • The USB ports support two USB drives or one printer - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 24
AiDisk Wizard field, click GO to set up an FTP server for Internet file sharing. 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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P 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-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 26
provides temporary visitors with Internet connectivity via access to separate SSIDs or networks without providing access to your private network. NOTE: RT-AC1900P supports up to six SSIDs (three 2.4GHz and three 5GHz SSIDs). To create a guest network: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 27
4. To configure additional options, click 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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 28
NOTE: Get the bandwidth information 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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 29
Enter ports within a range, such as "103:315", ">100", or " - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 30
send data packets: • Change the order of upstream network packets that are sent to the Internet. • Under Upload Bandwidth table, set Minimum Reserved Bandwidth and Maximum Bandwidth Limit for multiple network applications with different priority levels. The percentages indicate the upload bandwidth - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 31
3.3.2 Monitoring 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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 32
column. NOTE: Ensure 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 up the allowed time limit in Time Management map. Drag and drop a desired time zone to allow client - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 33
USB flash drive, in the USB 2.0 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. 3.5.1 Using AiDisk AiDisk allows - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 34
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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 35
other 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-AC1900P - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 36
To launch the Media Server setting page, go to General > USB application > Servers Center > Media 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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 37
, 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-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 38
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 files from USB disk to other devices via your local area network or via the Internet. IMPORTANT - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 39
To use FTP 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 server, key in the ftp link ftp://.asuscomm.com and your user name and password on a web browser or a third-party FTP utility. 39 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 40
> Servers Center > Miscellaneous setting tab. 2. Configure the following settings: • Maximum Login User Set the maximum number of concurrent Some FTP clients may establish more than one connection. Setting this number too low will lead to login failures. • Device Name Assigns the name of the device - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 41
in the network. • Character set on FTP Server Select the appropriate encoding used during data exchange on the FTP server. 3.5.3 3G/4G 3G/4G USB modems can be connected to RT-AC1900P to allow Internet access. NOTE: For a list of verified USB modems, please visit: http://event.asus.com/2009/networks - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 42
password will be provided by the 3G/4G network carrier. • USB Adapter: Choose your USB 3G / 4G adapter from the dropdown list. If you are not sure of your USB adapter's model or the model is not listed in the options, select Auto. 4. Click Apply. NOTE: The router will reboot for the settings - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 43
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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 44
3.6.1 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 https://router.asus.com and enter the router login account and password. For better user experience, we recommend that you use Google Chrome or Firefox. 44 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 45
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. RT-AC68HP 45 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 46
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 4.3.5 DDNS. • By default, AiCloud provides a secure HTTPS connection. Key in https://[yourASUSDDNSname].asuscomm - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 47
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. 47 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 48
2. Select 2.4GHz or 5GHz as the frequency band for your wireless network. 3. 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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 49
this function is enabled, you would need to enter the SSID manually on the wireless device to access the wireless network. 5. router. Hardware that supports 802.11n natively, however, will only run at a maximum speed of 54Mbps. • N only: Select N only to maximize wireless N performance. This setting - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 50
EAP server or an external RADIUS back-end authentication server. • 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 WEP or TKIP. 9. Select any of these WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 51
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-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 52
. NOTE: Check your wireless device or its user manual for the location of the WPS button. c. The wireless router will scan for any available WPS devices. If the wireless router does not find any WPS devices, it will switch to standby mode. 5. To set up WPS using the Client's PIN code, follow these - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 53
, 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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 54
• 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. In the Connect to APs in list field, - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 55
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 tab. 2. In the Frequency field, select the frequency band that you - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 56
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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 57
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: • Frequency: Select the frequency band that the professional settings will be applied to. • Enable Radio: Select Yes to enable - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 58
time range when wireless networking is enabled during the weekend. • Set AP isolated: The Set the length of time that the router spent for CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check devices. • RTS Threshold: Select a lower value for RTS (Request to DTIM and the next. The default value is 100 milliseconds. Lower - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 59
the wireless router to forward multicast traffic to other wireless devices that support multicast. Select Disable to prevent the router from forwarding multicast transmissions to modify the LAN IP settings of your wireless router. NOTE: Any changes to the LAN IP address will be reflected on your DHCP - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 60
the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > LAN > LAN IP tab. 2. Modify the IP address and Subnet Mask. 3. When done, click Apply. 4.2.2 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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 61
) when specifying an IP address range. • An IP Pool Starting Address should not be greater than the IP Pool Ending Address. 7. In the DNS 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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 62
4.2.3 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: - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 63
4.2.4 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. 63 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 64
> WAN > Internet Connection tab. 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 fixed IP. Consult your ISP if the router is unable to obtain a valid IP address or - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 65
, 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-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 66
. 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. • 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. 66 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 67
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. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > WAN > Port Trigger tab. 2. Configure the - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 68
has been terminated. • Port triggering only allows one client in the network to use a particular service and a specific incoming port at the same time. • You cannot use the same application to trigger a port in more than one PC at the same time. The router will only forward the port back to the last - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 69
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. NOTE: When port forwarding is enabled, the ASUS router blocks - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 70
Port Forwarding. • Famous Server List: Determine which 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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 71
between port trigger and port forwarding: • Port triggering will work even without setting up a specific LAN IP address. Unlike port forwarding, which requires a static LAN IP address, port triggering allows dynamic port forwarding using the router. Predetermined port ranges are configured - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 72
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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 73
(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 done, click Apply. • Enable - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 74
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. To enable / disable the NAT Passthrough settings, go to the Advanced Settings > WAN > NAT Passthrough - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 75
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-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 76
(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 tab to configure broadcast support, authentication, MPPE Encryption, and Client IP address range. 76 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 77
4.6 Firewall The wireless router can serve as a hardware firewall for your network. NOTE: The Firewall feature is enabled by default. 4.6.1 General To set up basic Firewall settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Firewall > General tab. 2. On the Enable Firewall field, - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 78
click the button. 4. Click Apply. 4.6.3 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 tab. 2. On the Enable Keyword Filter field, select Enabled. 78 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 79
previously visited websites). To resolve this issue, clear the DNS cache before setting up the Keyword Filter. • Web pages compressed using HTTP compression cannot be blocked using a keyword filter. 4.6.4 Network Services Filter The Network Services Filter blocks LAN to WAN packet exchanges and - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 80
. 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, and Protocol. Click the button - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 81
the operating mode: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Administration > Operation Mode tab. 2. Select any 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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 82
you to configure your wireless router settings. To set up the System settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Administration > System tab. 2. You can configure the following settings: • Change router login password: You can change the password and login name for the wireless - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 83
5.2 Firmware Restoration. 4.7.4 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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 84
: 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 • Routing Table 84 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 85
you to configure the wireless networking settings. To launch the Device Discovery utility: • From your computer's desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility > RT-AC1900P Wireless Router > Device Discovery. RT-AC68HP RT-AC68HP NOTE: When you set the router to Access Point mode, you need - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 86
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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 87
computer and use the following to set up your TCP/IP settings: IP address: 192.168.1.x Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 4. From your computer's desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility RT-AC1900P Wireless Router > Firmware Restoration. 5. Specify a firmware file, then click Upload. NOTE: This - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 88
is supported on Windows® XP, Windows® Vista, and Windows® 7. To set up supported on Windows® XP, Windows® Vista, and Windows® 7 only. To install the utility on Mac OS, select Use LPR protocol for sharing printer. 3. Unzip the downloaded file and click the Printer icon to run the network printer setup - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 89
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. RT-AC68HP 89 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 90
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. 90 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 91
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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 92
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 wireless router then click Next. 92 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 93
5. Select Custom then click Settings. 6. Set Protocol to LPR. In the Queue Name field, key in LPRServer then click OK to continue. 93 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 94
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. 94 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 95
9. Click Next to accept the default name for the printer. 10. Click Finish to complete the installation. 95 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 96
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 General > USB application > Download Master : For details on Bit Torrent, refer to section 5.4.1 Configuring the Bit Torrent download settings. 96 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 97
: 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. You can limit the maximum - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 98
5.4.2 NZB settings You can set up a USENET server to download NZB files. After entering USENET settings, Apply. 98 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 99
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 Advanced Settings > Administration > Firmware Upgrade - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 100
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 wireless router's DHCP server to assign IP addresses to computers on your - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 101
• 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. 101 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 102
) 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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 103
, 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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 104
to the channels 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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 105
> 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-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 106
then click Apply. • Reset your router to the default settings. Launch the web GUI, go to Administration > Restore/Save/Upload Setting, and click Restore. The default login account and password are both "admin". How to restore the system to its default settings? • Go to Administration > Restore/Save - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 107
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. 107 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 108
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® 7 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer to launch the browser. 2. Click Tools > Internet options > Connections tab > LAN settings. 3. From the - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 109
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/IP settings to automatically obtain an IP address. Windows® 7 1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Manage - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 110
automatically, tick Obtain an IP address automatically. To obtain the IPv6 IP settings automatically, tick Obtain an IPv6 address automatically. 4. Click OK when done done. NOTE: Refer to your operating system's help and support feature for details on configuring your computer's TCP/IP settings. 110 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 111
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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 112
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-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 113
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-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 114
, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HU, IE, IT, LU, MT, NL, PL, PT, SK, SL, ES, SE, GB, IS, LI, NO, CH, BG, RO, RT. 114 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 115
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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 116
License for the exact terms and conditions of this license. We include a copy 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 web site for updated information. Note that we do not offer direct - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 117
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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 118
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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 119
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 verbatim - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 120
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 - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 121
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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 Foundation; we sometimes make exceptions for this. Our decision will be guided by the two goals of preserving the free status of all derivatives - Asus RT-AC1900P | ASUS RT-AC1900P user s manual in English - Page 124
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User Guide
RT-AC1900P Dual Band
3x3 Wireless-AC 1900 Gigabit Router
1900P