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    User Guide RT-N53 Dual-band Wireless-N Router The ultra-thin and stylish RT-N53 features a 2.4GHz and 5GHz dual bands for an unmatched concurrent wireless HD streaming; with its universal repeater mode and multiple SSID feature, you can easily create various wireless environments to fit your needs.
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    "). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY
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    your network Positioning your router 9 What you need 10 Setting up your wireless router 11 Wired connection 11 Wireless connection 12 Before you proceed 13 A. Disable the proxy server, if enabled 13 B. Set the TCP/IP settings to automatically obtain an IP address 15 C. Disable the dial
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    of contents Upgrading the firmware 30 Restoring/Saving/Uploading settings 31 4 Using the utilities Device Discovery 32 Firmware Restoration 33 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 35 ASUS DDNS Service 38 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs 38 Appendices Notices...40 ASUS Contact information 52
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    look Package contents RT-N53 Wireless Router Power adapter Support CD (Manual, utility software) Network cable (RJ-45) Quick Start Guide Warranty card NOTES: • If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact ASUS for technical inquiries and support, Refer to the ASUS Support Hotline list
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    router to a power source. 9 Power switch Turns the power on/off. 10 Stand Allows you to place the wireless router into an upright position. 11 Mounting hole Allows you to mount the wireless router to the wall. 12 Reset button This button resets or restores the system to its factory default settings
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    NOTES: • Use only the adapter that came with your package. Using other adapters may damage the device. • Specifications: DC Input (RT-N53) Operating Temperature Operating Humidity 12V with max 1A current 0~40oC Storage 50~90% Storage 0~70oC 20~90% 
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    Hold the wireless router with one hand on the upside and the other hand under the stand, ensuring that the I/O WPS ports facing you. 2. Follow the direction of the arrow shown below to apply force and remove the stand. NOTE: It's normal if you hear squeaking while dismounting the RT-N53 from
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    at the back of the wireless router. 3. Align and insert the stand's mounting hooks to the wireless router's mounting holes. Dismount from the wall 1. Hold the edge of the front cover (near the I/O ports). 2. Follow the direction of the arrow shown below to apply force and dismount the RT-N53. or 
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    or loss. • For the best front-to-rear coverage, place the wireless router in an upright position. • For the best up-and-down coverage, place the wireless router in an inclined position. • Always update to the latest firmware. Visit the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com to get the latest
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    set up your network, you need one or two computers that meet the following system requirements: • Ethernet RJ-45 (LAN) port (10Base-T/100Base-TX) • IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n wireless capability • An installed TCP/IP service its dual band technology, your wireless router supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless
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    up your wireless router IMPORTANT! • Use wired connection in setting up your wireless router to avoid possible setup problems due to wireless uncertainty. • Before setting up your ASUS wireless router, do the following: • If you are replacing an existing router, disconnect it from your network
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    modem's AC adapter to the DC-In port and plug it to a power outlet. 5. Switch on the wireless router. Wireless connection 3 WPS Modem 2 1 To set up your wireless router via wirless connection: 1. Insert your wireless router's AC adapter to the DC-In port and plug it to a power outlet. 2 Using
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    network, refer to the WLAN adapter's user manual. • To set up the security settings for your network, refer to the section Setting up the wireless security settings in this user manual. Before you proceed NOTE: Before configuring your wireless router, do the steps described in this section for
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    , 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 Now when done. NOTE: Refer to your browser's help
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    Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) or Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6), then click Properties. 3. To obtain the IPv4 IP settings automatically, tick Obtain an IP address automatically. To obtain the IPv6 IP settings automatically, tick Obtain an IPv6 address automatically. 4. Click OK when done. 16
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    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. C. Disable the dial-up connection, if enabled. Windows® 7 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer to launch the browser
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    , or Google Chrome, manually key in the wireless router's default IP address: 192.168.1.1 2. On the login page, key in the default user name (admin) and password (admin). NOTES: • For your network clients, ensure that you set the TCP/IP settings to obtain IP addresses automatically, disable the
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    the Internet status screen, use the Quick Internet Setup (QIS) feature to quickly set up your WAN. System status Click this icon to display information on the SSID, authentication and encryption methods, LAN IP, or MAC address. Enable the WPS mode from the System status screen. Client status Click
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    the Internet connection for the first time, press the Reset button on your wireless router to reset it to its factory default settings. Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with auto-detection The Quick Internet Setup (QIS) function guides you in quickly setting up your Internet connection. To use QIS with
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    reset to its default settings. • If QIS failed to detect your Internet connection type, click Skip to manual setting (see the screen capture in step 1) and manually configure your connection settings. • If QIS failed to launch automatically, manually launch your wireless router's web GUI to access
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    Click to go to the wireless router's Advanced Setting page and configure more advanced wireless settings. 3. A dd to Favorites: Click to go add the router's web interface to your Favorites. Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) allows you to set up a secure and protected
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    To use WPS: 1. In the WPS field, click the red button to launch the WPS Wizard. NOTE: You may also press the WPS button on your wireless router to launch the WPS Wizard. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the wireless network setup. 23
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    the wireless security settings To protect your wireless network from unauthorized access, you need to configure its security settings. To set up the wireless security settings: 1. Key in 192.168.1.1 on your web browser. 2. On the login screen, key in the default user name (admin) and password (admin
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    5GHz security settings 4. On the Wireless name (SSID) field, key in a unique name for your wireless network. 5. From the Security Level dropdown list, select the encryption method for your wireless network. IMPORTANT! The IEEE 802.11n standard prohibits using High Throughput with WEP or WPA-TKIP as
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    Creating multiple SSID profiles The wireless router allows you to create multiple SSID profile on 2.4GHz that meet various working scenarios. To create an SSID profile: 1. Under System status, click Add. 2. Configure the profile settings, then click Add. 26
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    To manage your network clients: 1. Launch the wireless router's web GUI. 2. On the Network Map screen, select the Client Status icon to display the information about your network clients. 3. In the Priority field under the Client List, you can set the priority packet for each client as Normal
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    Internet applications traffic at first priority. FTP The router handles at first priority the traffic of downloading/ uploading data to/from the FTP server. Voip/Video Streaming The router handles the audio/video traffic at first priority. 3. Click Save to save the configuration settings. 28
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    DHCP Server function in your wireless router so your network clients can automatically obtain IP addresses from your wireless router. NOTE: The ASUS Wireless Router can support up to 253 IP addresses for your network. To set up the DHCP server: 1. Click Advanced Setting from the navigation menu at
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    Yes. 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 address. 6. In the Lease Time field, key in the time that the IP addresses expire and the wireless router automatically assigns new IP Addresses for the network
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    File field, click Browse to locate the new firmware on your computer. 4. Click Upload. The uploading process takes about three minutes. NOTE: If the upgrade process fails, the wireless router automatically enters the rescue mode and the power LED indicator at the front panel flashes slowly. To
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    Select the tasks that you want to do: • To restore to the default factory settings, click Restore, and click OK in the confirmation message. • To save the current system settings, click Save, and click Save in the file download window to save the system file in your preferred path. • To restore
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    configure the device. To launch the Device Discovery utility: • From your computer's desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility > RT-N53 Wireless Router > Device Discovery. NOTE: When you set the router to Access Point mode, you need to use Device Discovery to get the router's IP address. 33
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    slowly, which indicates that the wireless router is in the rescue mode. 3. 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-N53 Wireless Router > Firmware Restoration. 34
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    5. Specify a firmware file, then click Upload. NOTE: This is not a firmware upgrade utility and cannot be used on a working ASUS Wireless Router. Normal firmware upgrades must be done through the web interface. Refer to Chapter 3: Configuring via the web GUI for more details. 35
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    -up connection, and set the TCP/IP settings to obtain IP addresses automatically. For more details, refer to the section Before you proceed in this user manual. The client cannot establish a wireless connection with the router. Out of Range: • Put the router closer to the wireless client. • Try to
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    means Internet Access is possible. • Restart your computer. • Refer to the Quick Start Guide of the wireless router and re- configure the settings. • Check if the WAN LED on the wireless router is ON. • Check the wireless encryption settings. • Check if the computer can get the IP address (via both
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    of the wireless router for more than five seconds. • Refer to the section Restoring/Saving/Uploading settings in Chapter 3 of this user manual. The following are the factory default settings: User Name: admin Password: admin Enable DHCP: Yes (if WAN cable is plugged in) IP address
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    ASUS DDNS Service RT-N53 supports the ASUS DDNS service. When exchanging devices at the service center, if you have registered the ASUS DDNS service and want to keep the original domain name, data transfer is a must. Visit your local service center for more information. NOTES: • If there is no
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    the router configuration page. Different ISPs may have different interval time for IP updating. 6. Is the ASUS DDNS service free, or is it just a trial version? The ASUS DDNS service is a free and embedded service in some ASUS routers. Check your ASUS router if it supports the ASUS DDNS service. 40
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    Appendices Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference 41
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    expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. For operation within 5.15 ~ firmware-limited to channels 1 through 11. IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set
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    the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Industry Canada statement complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This & your body. Caution: The device for the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor usage to
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    High power radars are allocated as primary users (meaning they have priority) of 5250-5350 MHz cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps. Avertissement: Le dispositif fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz est réservé uniquement pour une utilisation à l'intérieur afin de réduire
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    Prohibition of Co-location This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Safety Information To maintain compliance with FCC's RF exposure guidelines, this equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
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    , this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. NCC 警語 GNU General firmware updates will also be accompanied with their respective source code. Please visit our web site for updated information. Note that we do not offer direct support
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    change free software--to make sure the software is free for all its users. This General Public License applies to most of the Free Software Foundation's 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
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    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 included without limitation in the term "modification".) Each licensee is addressed as "you". 48
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    Activities other than copying, distribution and modification are not covered by this License; they are outside its scope. The act of running the Program is not restricted, and the output from the Program is covered only if its contents constitute a work based on the Program (independent of having
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    else, saying that you provide a warranty) and that users may redistribute 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
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    , unless that component itself accompanies the executable. If distribution of executable or object code is made by offering access to copy from a designated place, then offering equivalent access to copy the source code from the same place counts as distribution of the source code, even though third
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    5. You are not required to accept this License, since you have not signed it. However, nothing else grants you permission to modify or distribute the Program or its derivative works. These actions are prohibited by law if you do not accept this License. Therefore, by modifying or distributing the
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    Public License from time to time. Such new versions will be similar in spirit to the present version, but may differ in detail to address new problems or concerns. Each version is given a distinguishing version number. If the Program specifies a version number of this License which applies to it and
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    Foundation; we sometimes make exceptions for this. Our decision will be guided by the two goals of preserving the free status of all derivatives SHOULD THE PROGRAM PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU ASSUME THE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR OR CORRECTION. 12 IN NO EVENT UNLESS REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW
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    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 +15107393777 Fax
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    Networks Global Hotline Information Area Australia Hotline Number 1300-2787-88 Support Languages English Working Hour 9:00-18:00 Austria 0043-820240513 German 9:00-18:00 Belgium China Denmark Finland France Greece 0032-78150231 800-820-6655;
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    800 852 5201 +90-216-524-3000 0044-870-1208340; 0035-31890719918 USA/Canada 1-812-282-2787 Support Languages Russian/ English English Working Hour 9:00-18:00 11:00-19:00 Working Day Mon. to Fri. Sat. to Sun. NOTE: For more information, visit the ASUS support site at: http://support.asus.com 57
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    : Authorised representative in Europe: Authorised distributors in Turkey: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. Tel: +886-2-2894-3447 Address: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN ASUS Computer GmbH Address: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN, GERMANY BOGAZICI BIL GISAYAR SAN. VE TIC. A.S. Tel
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RT-N53
Dual-band Wireless-N Router
The ultra-thin and stylish RT-N53 features
a 2.4GHz and 5GHz dual bands for an
unmatched concurrent wireless HD
streaming; with its universal repeater mode
and multiple SSID feature, you can easily
create various wireless environments to fit
your needs.
User Guide