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User Guide RT-AC51U Dual-band Wireless-AC750 Router - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 3
Table of contents 1 Getting to know your wireless router 6 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 14 2.1 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 4
Bridge 53 4.1.4 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 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 5
Services Filter 79 4.7 Administration 81 4.7.1 Operation Mode 81 4.7.2 System 82 4.7.3 Firmware Upgrade 83 4.7.4 Restore/Save/Upload Setting 83 4.8 System Log 84 5 Utilities 85 5.1 Device Discovery 85 5.2 Firmware Restoration 86 5.3 Setting up your printer server 87 5.3.1 ASUS - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 6
RT-AC51U features a 2.4GHz and 5GHz dual bands for an unmatched concurrent wireless HD streaming; SMB server, UPnP AV server, and FTP server for 24/7 file sharing. 1.2 Package contents RT-AC51U Wireless Router Power adapter Support CD (Manual) Network cable (RJ-45) Quick Start Guide - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 7
wireless router Wireless system is ready. F lashing:Transmitting or receiving data via wireless connection. 5 Power LED Off: No power. On: Device is ready. Flashing slow: Rescue mode F lashing quick:WPS is processing. 6 Reset button This button resets or restores the system to its factory default - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 8
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 into the port to charge your iPad. 10 WPS button This - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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 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 the - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 10
an IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac WLAN adapter to your computer to connect to the network. • With its dual band technology, your wireless router supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless signals simultaneously. This allows you to do Internet-related activities such as Internet surfing or reading/writing e-mail - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 11
wireless router to avoid possible setup problems. • Before setting up your ASUS wireless router, do the following: • If you are replacing an existing router 2 3 Client 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 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 12
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 1 WAN Modem 2 3 Client To set up your wireless router via wireless connection: 1. Insert your wireless router's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 13
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 settings for your network, - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 14
features 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: 192.168.1.1 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 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 21
the Network Map screen and under System status, you can configure the wireless security settings such as SSID, security level, and encryption settings. NOTE: You can set up different wireless security settings for 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands. 2.4GHz security settings 5GHz security settings 3. On the - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 22
dropdown list, select the encryption method for your wireless network. IMPORTANT! The IEEE 802.11n/ac standard Key in your security passkey. 6. Click Apply when done. 3.1.2 Managing your network clients To manage your network clients: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network Map tab. 2. - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 24
rights to allow other network clients to access the USB device via an FTP site/third-party FTP client utility, Servers Center, Samba, 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 29
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 due to some - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 32
control. You may also key in the client's MAC address in the Client MAC Address 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 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 34
Select the access rights that you want to assign to the clients accessing your shared data. 4. Create your domain name via the ASUS DDNS services, read the Terms of Service and then select I will use the service and accept the Terms of service and key in your domain name. When done, click Next. You - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 35
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-AC51U's network. 35 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 36
. • 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 39
To use FTP Share service: NOTES: Ensure that you have set up your FTP server through AiDisk. For more details, refer to the section 3.5.1 . 4. To access the FTP 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 40
Set the maximum number of concurrent connections of the Network Neighborhood or FTP Server. NOTE: 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 as shown on the network. For example, for - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 41
• Work Group Assigns the name of the local RT-AC51U network as seen in Network Neighborhood. NOTE: For Device Name and Work Group, the server. 3.5.3 3G/4G 3G/4G USB modems can be connected to RT-AC51U to allow Internet access. NOTE: For a list of verified USB modems, please visit: http://event - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 42
(optional): Contact your 3G/4G service provider for detailed information. • Dial Number and PIN code: The 3G/4G provider's access number and PIN code for connection. NOTE: PIN code may vary from different providers. • Username / Password: The username and password will be provided by the 3G/4G - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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. 45 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 48
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 SSID. The - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 49
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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 50
with integrated 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 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 52
steps: 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 to put your wireless router into WPS survey mode. The router's LED indicators quickly flash three times until the WPS setup is completed. 52 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 53
a wireless repeater where your ASUS wireless router communicates with another access point and other wireless devices. To set up the wireless bridge: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Wireless > Bridge tab. 2. Select the frequency band for the wireless bridge. 3. In the AP Mode - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 55
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 want to use for the Wireless MAC filter. 3. In the MAC Filter Mode dropdown list, select either Accept or Reject. • Select Accept to - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 56
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 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 57
: 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 wireless networking. Select No to disable - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 58
is the time between one DTIM and the next. The default value is 100 milliseconds. Lower the Beacon Interval value for an unstable wireless connection or for roaming devices. • Enable TX Bursting: Enable TX Bursting improves transmission speed between the wireless router and 802.11g devices. 58 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 59
: Select Enable to allow the wireless router to forward multicast traffic to other wireless devices that support multicast. Select Disable to prevent the router from forwarding multicast transmissions. • Enable WMM APSD: Enable WMM APSD (Wi-Fi Multimedia Automatic Power Save Delivery) to improve - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 60
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 clients on your network. To configure the DHCP server: 1. From the navigation panel - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 61
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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 64
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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 65
clients with a private IP address in a LAN. The private IP address of each network client 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 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 67
is used in the following scenarios: • More than one local client needs port forwarding for the same application at a different time. • An application requires specific incoming ports that are different from the outgoing ports. To set up Port Trigger: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 69
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 from outbound requests from the LAN. The network client does not have access to the - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 71
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 manually forwarding the same ports to each PC on the network. • Port triggering is more secure than port forwarding since the incoming ports - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 72
Area Network. Inbound traffic from the Internet is usually discarded and routed to a specific client only if port forwarding or a port trigger has been configured on the network. In a DMZ configuration, one network client receives all inbound packets. Setting up DMZ on a network is useful when you - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 73
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 the DDNS Client: Enable DDNS to access the ASUS router via the DNS - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 74
. 4.3.6 NAT Passthrough NAT Passthrough allows a Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection to pass through the router to the network clients. PPTP Passthrough, L2TP Passthrough, IPsec Passthrough and RTSP Passthrough are enabled by default. To enable / disable the NAT Passthrough settings, go to - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 76
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 tab to configure broadcast support, authentication, MPPE Encryption, and Client IP address range - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 77
wireless router can serve as a hardware firewall for your network. NOTE: The Firewall feature is enabled by default DoS (Denial of Service) attacks though this may affect your router's performance. 4. You is based on a DNS query. If a network client has already accessed a website such as http://www. - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 78
To set up a URL filter: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Firewall > URL Filter tab. 2. On the Enable URL Filter field, select Enabled. 3. Enter a URL and click the button. 4. Click Apply. 4.6.3 Keyword filter Keyword filter blocks access to webpages containing specified - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 79
compressed using HTTP compression cannot be filtered. HTTPS pages also cannot be blocked using a keyword filter. 4.6.4 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. 79 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 81
: 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 devices on its own - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 82
tab. 2. You can configure the following settings: • Change router login password: You can change the password and login name for the wireless router by entering a new name and password. • WPS button behavior: The physical WPS button on the wireless router can be used to activate WPS or switch off - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 83
system to reboot. • If the upgrade process fails, the wireless router 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. 4.7.4 Restore/Save/Upload Setting To restore/save - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 84
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 • Routing Table - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 85
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. RT-AC53U RT-AC53U NOTE: When you set the router to Access Point mode, you need to use - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 86
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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 87
the Advanced Settings for more details. 5.3 Setting up your printer server 5.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing ASUS EZ Printing Sharing utility allows you to connect a USB printer to your wireless router's USB port and set up the print server. This allows your network clients to print and scan files - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 88
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 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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. 89 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 96
that helps you download files even while your laptops or other devices are switched off. NOTE: You need a USB device connected to the wireless router to use Download Master. To use Download Master: 1. Click General > USB application > Download Master to download and install the utility automatically - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 97
BitTorrent download settings: 1. From Download Master's navigation panel, click Bit Torrent to launch the Bit Torrent Setting page. 2. Select a specific port for your download task. 3. To prevent network congestion, you can limit the maximum upload and download speeds under Speed Limits. 4. You can - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 99
.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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 100
computer to the router wirelessly, 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 wireless router's DHCP server to - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 103
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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 104
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. 104 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 106
go to Network Map, click the router icon, enter a new SSID and encryption key, and 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 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 108
Cannot access Web GUI Before configuring your wireless router, do the steps described in this section for your host computer and network clients. A. Disable the proxy server, if enabled. NOTE: The screenshots provided are for Windows® 7 only. The steps and options may be different for Windows® 8 and - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 109
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/ - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 110
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 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 111
C. Disable the dial-up connection, if enabled. Windows® 7/8 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 114
301 893 have been conducted. These are considered relevant and sufficient. Operate the device in 5150-5250 MHz frequency band for indoor use only. CE Mark Warning This is a Class B product, in a domestic environment, this product , MT, NL, PL, PT, SK, SL, ES, SE, GB, IS, LI, NO, CH, BG, RO, RT. 114 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 116
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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 117
. When we speak of free software, we are referring to freedom, not 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 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U 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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 121
cost of physically performing source distribution, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code, to be distributed under the terms of Sections 1 and 2 above on a medium customarily used for software interchange; or, c) Accompany it with the information you received as to the - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 122
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 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 123
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-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 124
RISK AS TO THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PROGRAM IS WITH YOU. 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 OR AGREED TO IN WRITING WILL ANY COPYRIGHT HOLDER, OR ANY OTHER PARTY - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 125
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 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 126
. (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 - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 127
Number 800-92491 0033-170949400 0049-1805010920 0049-1805010923 ( component support ) 0049-2102959911 ( Fax ) 0036-15054561 199-400089 0041-848111010 0041-848111014 0041-848111012 0044-8448008340 0035-31890719918 008-800-100-ASUS 0038-0445457727 Service Hours 09:00-13:00 ; 14:00-18:00 Mon-Fri 09: - Asus RT-AC51U | ASUS RT-AC51U user s manual in English - Page 128
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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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User Guide
RT-AC51U
Dual-band Wireless-AC750 Router