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    User Guide 4G-AC53U Wireless-AC750 LTE Modem Router
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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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    router 11 1.6.1 Prepare the setup requirements 11 1.6.2 Set up your LTE wireless router 12 2 Getting started 2.1 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Auto- the USB Application 31 3.5.1 Using AiDisk 31 3.5.2 Using Media Services and Servers 34 3.5.3 Using Network Place (Samba) Share / Cloud Disk
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    Table of contents 3.5.4 Using the FTP Share service 37 3.6 Using AiCloud 2.0 39 3.6.1 Cloud Disk 40 3.6.2 Smart Access 41 3.6.3 Smart Sync 42 3.6.4 Sync Server 43 3.6.5 Settings 46 4 Configuring the Advanced Settings 4.1 Wireless 47 4.1.1 General
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    Mode 88 4.7.2 System 89 4.7.3 Firmware Upgrade 91 4.7.4 Restore/Save/Upload Setting 92 4.7.5 Feedback 93 4.8 System Log 94 4.9 Ethernet WAN Mobile Broadband Function Support List.95 5 Utilities 5.1 Device Discovery 97 5.2 Firmware Restoration 98 6 Troubleshooting 6.1 Basic Troubleshooting
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    contents 4G-AC53U Wireless Router Network cable (RJ-45) 2 x 3G/4G antennas AC adapter Quick Start Guide NOTES: • If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer or ASUS for technical inquiries and support, Refer to the ASUS Support Hotline list at the back of this user manual
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    1.3 Your wireless router USB 2.0 LED Off: No power or no physical connection. On: Has physical connection to USB 2.0 devices. LAN LED Off: No data activity or no physical connection. On: Ethernet connection is established. 5GHz Wi-Fi LED Off: No 5GHz signal. On: 5GHz wireless is ready. Flashing:
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    : No power. On: Device is ready. Flashing slow: Rescue mode Flashing quick: WPS is processing. 3G/4G signal strength LED 1 lit LED: Weak signal 2 lit LEDs: Normal signal 3 lit LEDs: Strong signal Purple light for 3G connection, blue light for 4G connection Detachable LTE antennas Power (DC-In) port
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    1.4 Device Properties Power Consumption: • Input: AC 100~240V / 50~60Hz, DC 12V/2A • Maximum power consumption: 18.4 W • Average power consumption: 12.7 W • The average power consumption was determined at room temperature ( 23 °C to 27 °C ) with the following load: • Active Mobile Broadband
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    , microwave ovens, refrigerators, and other industrial equipment. • Always update to the latest firmware. Visit the ASUS website at https://www.asus.com/Networking/4G-AC53U/HelpDesk_ Download/ to get the latest firmware updates. • To ensure the best wireless signal, orient the antennas as shown in
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    Prepare the setup requirements. To set up your wireless network, you need to meet the following requirements: • A mini SIM/USIM card with WCDMA and LTE subscription IMPORTANT! Ensure that your mini SIM/USIM card is subscribed to WCDMA and LTE services. Contact your mobile service provider about
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    1.6.2 Set up your LTE wireless router. a a Wall Power Outlet b Power c LAN d Laptop a. Attach the two 3G/4G antennas. b. Insert the mini SIM/USIM card into the mini SIM/USIM card slot. When the mini SIM/USIM card is properly installed, the Mobile
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    Manually connecting to a wireless network NOTE: Ensure that you press the Wi-Fi Select the wireless network named "ASUS_XX_2G" or "ASUS_ XX_5G", which is the default wireless network name (SSID) of ASUS wireless routers. NOTE: XX refers to the last two digits of 2.4GHz MAC address. You can find it on
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    with Autodetection To set up your router using QIS (Quick Internet Setup): 1. Power on your router. Ensure that the following LEDs Google Chrome, or Safari. NOTE: If QIS does not launch automatically, enter http://router.asus.com in the address bar and refresh the browser again. 3. Log into the Web
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    You need this login name and password to log into ASUS router to view or change the router settings. You can take note of your router login name and password for future use. 5. If a 3G/4G network is connected, the wireless router's Quick Internet Setup (QIS) feature automatically detects and applies
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    Mobile Broadband Connection is configured successfully 6. Go to next step to configure the wireless LAN settings. 7. Assign the network name (SSID) and security key for your 2.4GHz wireless connection. Click Apply when done. 16
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    8. Your Internet and wireless settings are displayed. Click Finish to complete the QIS process. 9. The 3G/4G signal strength LED lights up and is steady after completing the 3G/4G network settings via QIS, indicating a successful Internet connection. 17
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    3 Configuring the General Settings 3.1 Using the Network Map Network Map allows you to check the Internet connection status, configure your network's security settings, and manage your network clients. 18
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    3.1.1 Setting up 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. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network Map. 2. On the Network Map screen, click System
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    3. On the Wireless name (SSID) field, key in a unique name for your wireless network. 4. From the Authentication Method dropdown list, select the authentication method for your wireless network. If you select WPA-Personal or WPA-2 Personal as the authentication method, key in the WPA-PSK key or
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    3.1.3 Managing your network clients To manage your network clients: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network Map tab. 2. On the Network Map screen, select the Client Status icon to display your network client's information. 21
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    3. On Client status table, click the device icon to show the detailed profile of the device. To block a client's access to your network, select the client and click block icon . 22
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    3.1.4 Monitoring the Internet Status To monitor your Internet status: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network Map tab. 2. On the Network Map screen, select the Internet icon to display your Internet configuration. You can also select Mobile Broadband icon configuration. to
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    3.1.5 Monitoring your USB device The ASUS wireless router provides one USB port for connecting USB sharing. NOTE: The wireless router works with most USB HDDs/Flash disks (up to 2 TB size) and supports read-write access for FAT16, FAT32, EXT2, EXT3, and NTFS. 4. On the AiDisk Wizard field, click
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    3.2 Guest Network The Guest Network provides temporary visitors with Internet connectivity via access to separate SSIDs or networks without providing access to your private network. To create a guest network: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Guest Network. 2. On the Guest Network screen
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    9. Select Disable or Enable on the Access Intranet item. 10. Select No or Yes on MAC Filter item for your guest network. 11. When done, click Apply. 26
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    3.3 Traffic Manager 3.3.1 QoS This feature ensures bandwidth for prioritized tasks and applications. To enable the QoS function: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Traffic Manager> QoS tab. 2. From the Enable QoS pane, click ON. 3. Fill in the upload and download bandwidth fields. NOTE:
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    3.3.2 Traffic Monitor The traffic monitor feature allows you to access the bandwidth usage and speed of your Internet, wired, or wireless networks. It allows you to monitor network traffic in real-time or on a daily basis. It also offers an option to display the network traffic within the last 24
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    3.4 Parental Controls Parental Controls allows you to set the time limit for a client's network usage. To go to the Parental Controls main page: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Parental Controls. 2. From the Enable Parental Controls pane, click ON. NOTE: Ensure that your system time is
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    3. From the Clients Name column, select or key in the client's name from the drop down list box. NOTE: You may also key in the client's MAC address in the Client MAC Address column. Ensure that the client name does not contain special characters or spaces as these may cause the router to function
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    Application The USB Applications function provides AiDisk, and Media Services and Servers submenus. IMPORTANT! To use the server functions 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
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    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. 32
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    You can also select Skip ASUS DDNS settings then click Next to skip the DDNS setting. 5. Click Finish to complete the setting. 6. To access the FTP site that you created, launch a
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    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 4G-AC53U's network. To launch the Media Server setting page, go to General > USB application > Media Services and
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    (Samba) Share / Cloud Disk 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 > Media Services and Servers > Network Place (Samba) Share / Cloud Disk tab. NOTE: Network Place (Samba) Share is
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    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 account that you want to delete.
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    access. • No: Select this option if you do not want to share a specific file folder. 4. Click Apply to apply the changes. 3.5.4 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
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    the section "3.5.1 Using AiDisk". 1. From the navigation panel, click General > USB application > Media Services and Servers > FTP Share tab. 2. From the list of folders, select the type of ://.asuscomm.com and your user name and password on a web browser or a third-party FTP utility. 38
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    is a cloud service application that allows you to save, sync, share, and access your files. To use AiCloud: 1. From Google Play Store or Apple Store, download and install the ASUS AiCloud app to your smart device. 2. Connect your smart device to your network. Follow the instructions to complete the
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    3.6.1 Cloud Disk To create a cloud disk: 1. Insert a USB storage device into the 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. 40
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    user name and password manually, which will not be saved by AiCloud for security reason. 3.6.2 Smart Access The Smart Access function allows you to easily access your home network via your router's domain name. NOTES: • You can create a domain name for your router with ASUS
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    the nabigation panel, click AiCloud 2.0 > AiCloud 2.0 >Smart Sync > Go. 2. Select ON to enable Smart Sync. 3. Click Add new account. 4. Enter your ASUS WebStorage or Dropbox account password and select the directory that you want to sync with WebStorage. 5. Select Syn rules for the Smart sync task
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    6. Click Apply to add the sync task . 3.6.4 Sync Server 43
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    To use Sync Server: 1. From the navigation panel, click AiCloud 2.0 > Sync Server. 2. Enter Sync Server configuration on Invitation Generator to enable Smart Sync. 3. Send your friend the sync invitation. 4. After a invitation is generated, you can check the sync task on Sync List table . 5. You can
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    number of failed login attempts in the defined duration, the AiCloud service will be disabled automatically. The Secure Socket Layer (SSL) is between web server and browsers for secure data transfer, which includes access password. User access the AiCloud web portal use a default port, 443,
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    basic configuration for 2.4GHz or 5GHz frequency band. 3. In the SSID field, 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
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    the SSID manually on the wireless device to access the wireless network. 5. In the Wireless Mode field, select any of these wireless mode options to to allow 802.11b/g/n devices to connect to the wireless router. Hardware that supports 802.11n natively, however, will only run at a maximum speed of
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    is with integrated EAP server or an external RADIUS back-end authentication server. 11. When done, click Apply. 4.1.2 WPS WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a wireless security standard that allows you to easily connect devices to a wireless network. You can configure the WPS function via the PIN code
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    user manual for the location of the WPS button. • During the WPS process, the wireless router scans for any available WPS devices. If the wireless router does not find any WPS devices, it switches to idle mode. • The router's power LED indicators quickly flash three minutes until the WPS setup is
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    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 to Advanced
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    bridge. 3. In the AP Mode field, select any of these options: • AP Only: Disables the WDS function. • WDS Only: Enables the WDS feature but prevents other wireless devices/stations from connecting to the router. • HYBRID: Enables the Wireless Bridge mode, wireless devices connected to the ASUS
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    the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Wireless > Wireless MAC Filter tab. 2. Tick Yes in the Enable Mac Filter field. 3. In the MAC Filter Mode dropdown list, select either Accept or Reject. • Select Accept to allow devices in the MAC filter list to access to the wireless network. • Select
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    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 in the server port. 6. In the Connection Secret field, assign the password to access your RADIUS server. 7. Click Apply. 54
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    4.1.6 Professional The Professional screen provides 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
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    . • DTIM Interval: DTIM (Delivery Traffic Indication Message) Interval or Data Beacon Rate is the time interval before a signal is sent to a wireless device in sleep mode indicating that a data packet is awaiting delivery. The default value is three milliseconds. 56
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    wireless router and 802.11g devices. • Enable WMM APSD: WMM APSD(Automatic Power Save Delivery) is the enhancement to the legacy power saver mode. Enable WMM APSD, the wireless AP manages radio usage to help increase battery life for battery-powered wireless clients, such as smartphone and laptop
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    4.2 LAN 4.2.1 LAN IP The LAN IP screen allows you to modify the LAN IP settings of your wireless router. NOTE: Any changes to the LAN IP address will be reflected on your DHCP settings. To modify the LAN IP settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > LAN > LAN IP tab. 2. Modify
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    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, go to Advanced Settings > LAN > DHCP Server tab. 2.
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    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 32 MAC
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    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
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    4.2.4 Switch Control Switch Control tab enables you to configure NAT Acceleration and Jumbo frame to improve network performance. We recommend that you do not change the default route settings unless you have advanced knowledge. 62
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    4.3 WAN 4.3.1 Dual WAN 4G-AC53U provides Dual WAN support. Select Failover mode to use a secondary WAN for backup network access of your router. 2. From the Enable Dual WAN field, click ON. • Failover Mode: Select this mode to use the secondary WAN as the backup network access. • Allow Failback: Tick
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    4.3.2 Internet Connection The Internet Connection screen allows you to configure the settings of various WAN connection types. 64
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    4.3.2.1 Mobile broadband 4G-AC53U has build in 3G/4G modem that allows you to use a Mobile Broadband (Access Point Name) service (optional): Contact your 3G/4G service provider for detailed information. • Dial Number: The 3G/4G provider's access number • PIN code: Enter the 3G/4G provider's PIN code
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    Your ISP enabled the PIN code verification by default. • Y ou manually enabled the PIN code verification from your router's web GUI or your mobile icon on the status icon area. • Username / Password: Enter the username and password that your 3G/4G network provider has provided. • Idle Time: Enter
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    4G, 3G and 2G network. • 3G/4G: Select 3G/4G to allow the wireless router to automatically connect to a 3G or 4G network. • 4G . 3. PDP Type: The wireless router support several PDP Types, PPP, IPv4, IPv6 the local network if your ISP provider roaming service in the country. Enable this functions to
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    • Using a roaming service will incur additional charges. Inquire from your mobile service provider before using the roaming service. Traffic Limitation To configure the Usage Limit is reached. 5. Send SMS notification: Enable this function to send an SMS notification from your router to your mobile
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    6. Mobile Phone Number: Enter the mobile number that is going to receive the SMS notification. Note: The SMS fee is charged to your Micro SIM/USIM card of your router. 7. Click Apply. Configure PIN Code Enter PIN code if SIM card is required
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    Mobile Connection Status To find Mobile broadband Information: 1. Click to find the detail information. 2. The Mobile Connection Status screen displays the detailed Mobile Broadband connection status. 70
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    tab. 2. On the WAN interface filed, select Ethernet LAN. 3. 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 static IP. Consult your ISP if the router is unable 71
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    support P2P applications, interactive gaming, video conferencing, and web or proxy servers. Unlike Port forwarding, which involves manually configuring MAC address of networking devices that connect to their service and reject any unrecognized device that attempt to connect. To avoid connection issues
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    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 ping test counter and getting no response from the target IP address. • Enable User-defined Target: Select Yes when you want to manually define the
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    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 Apply. NOTE: Please refer to your ISP regarding specific IPv6 information for your Internet service. 74
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    4.3.4 Port Trigger Port range triggering opens a predetermined incoming port for a limited period of time whenever a client on the local area network makes an outgoing connection to a specified port. Port triggering is used in the following scenarios: • More than one local client needs port
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    has elapsed because the router is unsure when the application has been terminated. • Port triggering only allows one client in the network to use a particular service and 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
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    . Setting up Port Forwarding on your router allows PCs outside the network to access specific services provided by a PC in your network. NOTE: When port forwarding is enabled, the ASUS router blocks unsolicited inbound traffic from the Internet and only allows replies from outbound requests from
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    disabled and you set 80 as the HTTP server's port range for your WAN setup, then your http server/web server would be in conflict with the router's used for HTTP. A specific port can only be used by one application or service at a time. Hence, two PCs attempting to access data through the same port
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    access (referred to as "Internet client"). This client should not be connected to the ASUS router. • On the Internet client, use the router's WAN IP to access the allows multiple computers to run applications that would normally require manually forwarding the same ports to each PC on the network.
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    Configure the setting below. When done, click Apply. • IP address of Exposed Station: Key in the client's LAN IP address that will provide the DMZ service and be exposed on the Internet. Ensure that the server client has a static IP address. To remove DMZ: 1. Delete the client's LAN IP address from
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    . If you want to use ASUS DDNS, fill in the Host Name in the format of xxx.asuscomm.com (xxx is your host name). • If you want to use a different DDNS service, click FREE TRIAL and register online first. Fill in the User Name or E-mail Address and Password or DDNS Key fields
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    4.3.8 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: 1. Go to the
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    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 Apply. NOTE: Please refer to your ISP regarding specific IPv6 information for your Internet service. 83
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    Settings if want to configure advanced VPN settings such as broadcast support, authentication, MPPE Encryption, and Client IP address range. 4. On the Network Place (Samba) Support field, select Yes. 5. Enter the user name and password for accessing the VPN server. Click the button. 6. Click Apply
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    tab. 2. On the Enable Firewall field, select Yes. 3. On the Enable DoS protection, select Yes to protect your network from DoS (Denial of Service) attacks though this may affect your router's performance. 4. You can also monitor packets exchanged between the LAN and WAN connection. On the Logged
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    up the Keyword Filter. • Web pages 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
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    3. Select the Filter table type. Black List blocks the specified network services. White List limits access to only the specified network services. 4. Specify the day and time when the filters will be active. 5. To specify a Network Service to filter, enter the Source IP, Destination IP, Port Range
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    for your network. To set up 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
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    4.7.2 System The System page allows you to configure your wireless router settings. 89
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    password: You can change the password and login name for the wireless router by entering a new name and password down, the system will pop up a screen to guide to how to configure the WAN connection. If . • Enable Telnet: Click Yes to enable Telnet services on the network. Click No to disable Telnet.
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    NOTE: Download the latest firmware from the ASUS website at http:// www.asus.com/Networking/4G-AC53U/HelpDesk_Download/ To upgrade the firmware: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Administration > Firmware Upgrade tab. 2. In the New Firmware File field, click Browse to locate
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    click Save. • To restore from a saved system settings file, click Browse to locate your file, then click Upload. Note: If issues occur, upload the latest firmware version and configure new settings. Do not restore the router to its default settings. 92
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    4.7.5 Feedback The feedback tab is used to diagnose problems and help to improve the user experience of ASUS router. Complete the form, and it will be send to ASUS Support Team. 93
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    4.8 System Log System Log contains your recorded network activities. NOTE: System log resets when the router is rebooted or powered off. To view your system log: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > System Log. 2. You can view your network activities in any of these tabs: •
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    wired LAN as WAN and Mobile broadband WAN in failover and failback modes. The Mobile broadband WAN is used both as Internet access and WAN backup interface. LAN, WAN, VPN, and Firewall supports different functions. See the comparison table below. IPTV Switch Control >> NAT Acceleration(IPv4
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    FTP Server Applications V V (2) V V (2) V V (2) NOTES: V : Mobile WAN has separated configuration on its configuration page V (2) : In most of using case, Internet service provide dispatch the mobile broadband a private IP, that will cause the WAN service failed to access from WAN side. 96
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    settings. To launch the Device Discovery utility: • From your computer's desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility > 4G-AC53U 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. 97
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    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
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    desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility 4G-AC53U Wireless Router > Firmware Restoration. 5. Specify a firmware file, then click Upload. NOTE: This is not a firmware upgrade utility and cannot be used on a working ASUS Wireless Router. Normal firmware upgrades must be done through the web
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    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 tab
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    ensure that the SSID (wireless network name), encryption mehtod, and password are correct. Check if your network settings are correct. • Each . ASUS recommends that you use the wireless router's DHCP server to assign IP addresses to computers on your network. • Some cable modem service providers
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    • Ensure that you are using the correct login information. The default factory login name and password is "admin/admin". Ensure that the Caps Lock key is disabled when you enter the login more details, refer to Chapter 1 of this user manual. • Ensure that you use CAT5e or CAT6 ethernet cables. 102
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    are having issues connecting to 5Ghz network, make sure that your wireless device supports 5Ghz or features dual band capabilities. • Out of Range: • Move country/area. If not, adjust the channel, channel bandwidth, and wireless mode. • If you still cannot connect to the router wirelessly, you can
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    Restart your network in following sequence under Basic Troubleshooting. • The device has been blocked via into the USIM card slot. The 3G/4G Mobile Broadband LED lights up, indicating that Obtain the APN service settings from your ISP, then follow the steps below tho manually configure the APN
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    provide a private IP address for a mobile broadband device. Hence some services, such as AiCloud, are not accessible. Please contact your ISP for assistance. You forgot the SSID (network name) or network password • Setup a new SSID and encryption key via a wired connection (Ethernet cable). Launch
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    The following are the factory default settings: User Name: admin Password: admin Enable DHCP: Yes (if WAN cable is plugged in router. Firmware upgrade failed. Launch the rescue mode and run the Firmware Restoration utility. Refer to section 5.2 Firmware Restoration on how to use
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    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. Windows® 7 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer to launch the browser. 2. Click Tools > Internet options >
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    MAC OS 1. From your Safari browser, click Safari > Preferences > Advanced > Change Settings... 2. From the Network screen, deselect FTP Proxy and Web Proxy (HTTP). 3. Cllick Apply Now when done. NOTE: Refer to your browser's help feature for details on disabling the proxy server. B. Set the TCP/
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    TCP/IP tab, select Using DHCP in the Configure IPv4 dropdown list. 4. Cllick Apply Now when done. NOTE: Refer to your operating system's help and support feature for details on configuring your computer's TCP/IP settings. 109
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    C. Disable the dial-up connection, if enabled. Windows® 7 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer to launch the browser. 2. Click Tools > Internet options > Connections tab. 3. Tick Never dial a connection. 4. Click OK when done. NOTE: Refer to your browser's help feature for details on disabling the
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    Appendices Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to
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    This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
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    EU declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/ This equipment complies with EU radiation exposure limits .11n(HT40), 802.11ac(VHT20), 802.11ac(VHT40), 802.11ac(VHT80) The frequency, mode and the maximum transmitted power in EU are listed below: 2412-2472MHz (802.11n HT40
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    with this rating. • DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged. • DO NOT place or drop objects on broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect
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    License for the exact terms and conditions of this license. All future firmware updates will also be accompanied with their respective source code. Please site for updated information. Note that we do not offer direct support for the distribution. GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991
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    free software, we are referring to freedom, not price. Our General Public Licenses are designed to make sure copies of free software (and charge for this service if you wish), that you receive source the original, so that any problems introduced by others will not reflect on the original
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    patents. We wish to avoid the danger that redistributors of a free program will individually obtain patent licenses, in effect making the program proprietary. To prevent this, we have made it clear that any patent must be licensed for everyone's free use or not licensed at all. The precise terms and
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    portion of it, thus forming a work based on the Program, and copy and distribute such modifications or work under the terms of Section 1 above, provided that you also meet all of these conditions: a) You must cause the modified files to carry prominent notices stating that you changed the files and
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    the Program with the Program (or with a work based on the Program) on a volume of a storage or distribution medium does not bring the other work under the scope of this License. 3. You may copy and distribute the Program (or a work based on it, under Section 2) in object code or executable form
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    the object code. 4. You may not copy, modify, sublicense, or distribute the Program except as expressly provided under this License. Any attempt otherwise to copy, modify, sublicense or distribute the Program is void, and will automatically terminate your rights under this License. However, parties
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    License from time to time. Such new versions will be similar in spirit to the present version, but may differ in detail to address new problems or concerns. Each version is given a distinguishing version number. If the Program specifies a version number of this License which applies to it and "any
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    Foundation; we sometimes make exceptions for this. Our decision will be guided by the two goals of preserving the free status of all derivatives SHOULD THE PROGRAM PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU ASSUME THE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR OR CORRECTION. 12 IN NO EVENT UNLESS REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW
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    For Turkey only Authorised distributors in Turkey: BOGAZICI BIL GISAYAR SAN. VE TIC. A.S. Tel. No.: +90 212 3311000 Address: AYAZAGA MAH. KEMERBURGAZ CAD. NO.10 AYAZAGA/ISTANBUL CIZGI Elektronik San. Tic. Ltd. Sti. Tel. No.: +90 212 3567070 Address: CEMAL SURURI CD. HALIM MERIC IS MERKEZI
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    INC. (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 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA Telephone
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    800-92491 0033-170949400 0049-1805010920 0049-1805010923 (component support) 0049-2102959911 (Fax) 0036-15054561 199-400089 00800- 0041-848111010 0041-848111014 0041-848111012 0044-1442265548 0035-31890719918 008-800-100-ASUS 0038-0445457727 Service Hours 09:00-13:00 ; 14:00-18:00 Mon-Fri 09:
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    -278788 0800-278788 0800-1232787 Korea Thailand Singapore Malaysia Philippine India India(WL/NW) Indonesia Vietnam Hong Kong Taiwan USA Canada Mexico -282-2787 001-8008367847 Brazil 4003 0988 (Capital) 0800 880 0988 (demais localidades) Service Hours 09:00-18:00 Mon-Fri 09:00-18:00 Mon-Fri 09:00-
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    -59045400 00368-59045401 00372-6671796 00371-67408838 00370-37329000 00370-522101160 Service Hours 09:00-18:00 Sun-Thu 09:00-18:00 NOTES: • UK support e-mail: [email protected] • For more information, visit the ASUS support site at: https://www.asus.com/support/ Manufacturer: Authorised
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User Guide
4G-AC53U
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