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User Guide RT-AX86S Wireless-AX5700 Dual-band Gigabit Router - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users 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-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 3
21 3.2 Creating a Guest Network 24 3.3 AiProtection 26 3.3.1 Network Protection 27 3.3.2 Setting up Parental Controls 31 3.4 Using the Traffic Manager 34 3.4.1 Managing QoS (Quality of Service) Bandwidth..........34 3.5 Traffic Analyzer 37 3.6 Game 38 3.6.1 Gear Accelerator 38 3.6.2 Mobile - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 4
3.8.1 Cloud Disk 51 3.8.2 Smart Access 52 3.8.3 AiCloud Sync 53 4 Configuring the Advanced Settings 4.1 Wireless 54 4.1.1 General 54 4.1.2 WPS 57 4.1.3 Bridge 59 4.1.4 Wireless MAC Filter 61 4.1.5 RADIUS Setting 62 4.1.6 Professional 63 4.2 LAN...66 4.2.1 LAN IP 66 4.2.2 DHCP Server 67 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 5
5.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing 93 5.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer 97 5.4 Download Master 102 5.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings 103 5.4.2 NZB settings 104 6 Troubleshooting 6.1 Basic Troubleshooting 105 6.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs 108 Appendices Service and Support 126 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 6
-45) Quick Start Guide NOTES: • If any of the items are damaged or missing, contact ASUS for technical inquiries and support. Refer to the ASUS Support Hotline list at the back of this user manual. • Keep the original packaging material in case you would need future warranty services such as repair - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 7
1.3 Your wireless router WPS LED Off: WPS is not processing. On: WPS is processing. LAN 1~4 LEDs Off: No power or no physical connection. On: Has physical connection to a local area network (LAN). WAN (Internet) LED Red: No IP or no physical connection. On: Has physical connection to a wide area - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 8
source. Power switch Press this button to power on or off the system. Reset button This button resets or restores the system to its factory default settings. USB 2.0 port Insert a USB 2.0 device such as a USB hard disk or a USB flash drive into this port. Insert your iPad's USB cable into this port - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 9
, microwave ovens, refrigerators, and other industrial equipment to prevent signal interference or loss. • Always update to the latest firmware. Visit the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com to get the latest firmware updates. • Orient the antennas as shown in the drawing below. 90 ° 90 ° 90 ° 9 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 10
set up your wireless network, you need a computer that meets the following system requirements: • Ethernet RJ-45 (LAN) port (10Base-T/100BaseTX/1000BaseTX) • IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax wireless capability • An installed TCP/IP service not support 5GHz band. Refer to the device's manual for - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 11
Use a wired connection when setting up your wireless router to avoid possible setup problems. • Before setting up your ASUS wireless router, do the a straight-through cable or a crossover cable for wired connection. To set up your wireless router via wired connection: 1. Plug your router into - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 12
automatically when you open a web browser. If it does not auto-launch, enter http://router.asus.com 3. Set up a password for your router to prevent unauthorized access. B. Wireless connection To set up your wireless router via wireless connection: 1. Plug your router into a power outlet and power - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 13
Once connected, the web GUI launches automatically when you open a web browser. If it does not auto-launch, enter http://router.asus.com. 4. Set up a password for your router to prevent unauthorized access. NOTES: • For details on connecting to a wireless network, refer to the WLAN adapter's user - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 14
your wireless router to reset it to its factory default settings. To use QIS with auto-detection: 1. Launch a web browser. You will be redirected to the ASUS Setup Wizard (Quick Internet Setup). If not, key in http://router.asus.com manually. 2. The wireless router automatically detects if your ISP - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 15
from the 2.4GHz/5GHz network name (SSID) and security key. The wireless router's login username and password allows you to log into your wireless router's Web GUI to configure your wireless router's settings. The 2.4GHz/5GHz network name (SSID) and security key allows Wi-Fi devices to log in and - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 16
2.3 Connecting to your wireless network After setting up your wireless router via QIS, you can connect your computer the next chapters for more details on configuring your wireless network's settings. • Refer to your device's user manual for more details on connecting it to your wireless network. 16 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 17
firmware versions. To log into the web GUI: 1. On your web browser, manually key in the wireless router's default IP address: http://router.asus.com. 2. On the login page, key in the user name and password that you have set in 2.2 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Autodetection. 3. You can now use the - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 18
QIS - Smart Connect Wizard Navigation panel Top command buttons Information banner NOTE: If you are logging into the Web GUI for the first time, you will be directed to the Quick Internet Setup (QIS) page automatically. 18 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 19
To protect your wireless network from unauthorized access, you need to configure its security settings. To set up the wireless security settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network Map. 2. On the Network Map screen and under System status, you can configure the wireless security - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 20
4. From the WEP Encryption dropdown list, select the encryption method for your wireless network. IMPORTANT! The IEEE 802.11n/ac/ax standard prohibits using High Throughput with WEP or WPA-TKIP as the unicast cipher. If you use these encryption methods, your data rate will drop to IEEE 802.11g - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 21
3.1.3 Monitoring your USB device The ASUS Wireless Router provides a USB port for connecting a USB device or a USB printer to allow you to 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. 21 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 22
AiDisk Wizard field, click GO to set up an FTP server for Internet file sharing. NOTES: • For more details, refer to the section 3.7.2 Using Servers Center in this user manual. • The wireless router works with most USB HDDs/Flash disks (up to 2TB size) and supports read-write access for FAT16, FAT32 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 23
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-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 24
provides temporary visitors with Internet connectivity via access to separate SSIDs or networks without providing access to your private network. NOTE: RT-AX86S 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-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 25
4. To configure additional options, click Modify. 5. Click Yes on the Enable Guest Network screen. 6. Assign a wireless name for your temporary network on the Network Name (SSID) field. 7. Select an Authentication Method. 8. Select an Encryption method. 9. Specify the Access time or choose Limitless - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 26
3.3 AiProtection AiProtection provides real-time monitoring that detects malware, spyware, and unwanted access. It also filters unwanted websites and apps and allows you to schedule a time that a connected device is able to access the Internet. 26 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 27
3.3.1 Network Protection Network Protection prevents network exploits and secures your network from unwanted access. Configuring Network Protection To configure Network Protection: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > AiProtection. 2. From the AiProtection main page, click on Network - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 28
be configured accordingly. 4. (Optional) From the Router Security Assessment page, manually configure the items marked as No, Weak, or Very Weak. To do item, the utility forwards you to the item's setting page. b. From the item's security settings page, configure and make the necessary changes and - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 29
Malicious Sites Blocking This feature restricts access to known malicious websites in the cloud database for an always-up-to-date protection. NOTE: This function is automatically enabled if you run the Router Weakness Scan. To enable Malicious Sites Blocking: 1. From the navigation panel, go to - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 30
. To configure Alert Preference: 1. From the Infected Device Prevention and Blocking pane, click Alert Preference. 2. Select or key in the e-mail provider, e-mail account, and password then click Apply. 30 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 31
up Parental Controls Parental Control allows you to control the Internet access time or 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 > AiProtection. 2. From the - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 32
categories: Adult, Instant Message and Communication, P2P and File Transfer, and Streaming and Entertainment. 7. Click to add the client's profile. 8. Click Apply to save the settings. 32 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 33
Time Scheduling Time Scheduling allows you to set the time limit for a client's network usage. NOTE: Ensure that your system time is synchronized with the NTP server. To these may cause the router to function abnormally. 4. Click to add the client's profile. 5. Click Apply to save the settings. 33 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 34
NOTE: Get the bandwidth information from your ISP. 3. Click Save. NOTE: The User Specify Rule List is for advanced settings. If you want to prioritize specific network applications and network services, select User-defined QoS rules or User-defined Priority from the drop-down list on the upper-right - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 35
rules page, there are four default online service types - web surf, HTTPS and file transfers. Select your preferred service, fill in the Source IP this column, you can set the network traffic limit (in KB) for a specific service to generate specific priorities for the service assigned to a specific - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 36
send data packets: • Change the order of upstream network packets that are sent to the Internet. • Under Upload Bandwidth table, set Minimum Reserved Bandwidth and Maximum Bandwidth Limit for multiple network applications with different priority levels. The percentages indicate the upload bandwidth - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 37
3.5 Traffic Analyzer 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 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 38
the best gaming experience. To configure Gear Accelerator: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Game. 2. From the Gear Accelerator tab, click ON. 3. After applying setting, click Add to choose the client name. 4. Click to add the client's profile. 5. Click Apply to save the - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 39
with one click to prioritize your mobile phone for a better online gaming experience. To configure Mobile Game Mode: 1. Download the ASUS router app, follow the steps to complete the network settings. 2. From the main page, click . 3. Click GO to configure Mobile Game Mode on your mobile phone. 39 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 40
General > Game. 2. From the Open NAT tab, click GO. 3. Enable Port Forwarding. 4. From the Game Profile field, click Add. 5. Select your game and complete basic settings. 6. Click OK. 40 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 41
properly. Refer to the ASUS website at http://event.asus.com/2009/networks/disksupport/ for the file system support table. 3.7.1 Using AiDisk AiDisk allows you to share files stored on a connected USB device through the Internet. AiDisk also assists you with setting up ASUS DDNS and an FTP server - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 42
your shared data. 4. Create your domain name via the ASUS DDNS services, read the Terms of Service and then select I will use the service and accept the Terms of service and key in your domain name. When done, click Next. You can also select Skip ASUS DDNS settings then click Next to skip the DDNS - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 43
from the USB disk via a Media Server directory, Samba share service, or FTP share service. You can also configure other settings for the USB disk in the Servers Center. Using Media Server Your wireless router allows DLNA-supported devices to access multimedia files from the USB disk connected to - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 44
the status of the media server. • Media Server Path Setting: Select All Disks Shared or Manual Media Server Path. Using Network Place (Samba) Share service Network Place (Samba) Share allows you to set up the accounts and permissions for the Samba service. To use Samba share: 1. From the navigation - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 45
, 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-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 46
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-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 47
service: NOTE: Ensure that you have set up your FTP server through AiDisk. For more details, refer to the section 3.6.1 Using AiDisk. 1. From the navigation panel, click General > USB application > Media Services .com and your user name and password on a web browser or a third-party FTP utility. 47 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 48
3.7.3 3G/4G 3G/4G USB modems can be connected to RT-AX86S to allow Internet access. NOTE: For a list of verified USB modems, please visit: http://event.asus.com/2009/networks/3gsupport/. 48 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 49
panel, click General > USB application > 3G/4G. 2. In the Enable USB Modem field, select Yes. 3. Set up the following: • Location: Select your 3G/4G service provider's location from the dropdown list. • ISP: Select your Internet Service Provider (ISP) from the dropdown list. • APN (Access Point Name - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 50
a cloud service application that allows you to save, sync, share, and access your files. To use AiCloud 2.0: 1. From Google Play Store or Apple Store, download and install the ASUS AiCloud 2.0 app to your smart device. 2. Connect your smart device to your network. Follow the instructions to complete - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 51
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 device's user name and password manually, which will not be saved by AiCloud 2.0 for security reason. 51 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 52
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 4.3.6 DDNS. • By default, AiCloud 2.0 provides a secure HTTPS connection. Key in https://[yourASUSDDNSname].asuscomm.com for a very secure Cloud Disk - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 53
3.8.3 AiCloud Sync To use AiCloud Sync: 1. Launch AiCloud 2.0, click AiCloud Sync. 2. Select ON to enable AiCloud 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. 53 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 54
2. Select 2.4GHz or 5GHz as the frequency band for your wireless network. 3. Assign a unique name containing up to 32 characters for your SSID (Service Set Identifier) or network name to identify your wireless network. Wi-Fi devices can identify and connect to the wireless network via your assigned - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 55
When this function is enabled, you would need to enter the SSID manually on the wireless device to access the wireless network. 5. Select any supports 802.11n natively, however, will only run at a maximum speed of 54Mbps. • N only: Select N only to maximize wireless N performance. This setting - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 56
EAP server or an external RADIUS back-end authentication server. • Radius with 802.1x NOTE: Your wireless router supports the maximum transmission rate of 54Mbps when the Wireless Mode is set to Auto and encryption method is WEP or TKIP. 9. Select any of these WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 57
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-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 58
wireless router does not find any WPS devices, it will switch to standby mode. 5. To set up WPS using the Client's PIN code, follow these 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 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 59
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 Settings > Wireless > WDS tab. 2. Select the frequency band for the wireless - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 60
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, click Yes if - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 61
control over packets transmitted to a specified MAC (Media Access Control) address on your wireless network. To set up the Wireless MAC filter: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Wireless > Wireless MAC Filter tab. 2. Tick Yes in the Enable Mac Filter field. 3. In the MAC - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 62
Service) Setting provides an extra layer of security when you choose WPAEnterprise, WPA2-Enterprise, or Radius with 802.1x as your Authentication Mode. To set up wireless RADIUS settings: 1. Ensure that the wireless router's authentication mode is set Advanced Settings > Wireless > RADIUS Setting. - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 63
advanced configuration options. NOTE: We recommend that you use the default values on this page. In the Professional Settings screen, you can configure the following: • Frequency: Select the frequency band that the professional settings will be applied to. • Enable Radio: Select Yes to enable - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 64
AP isolated: The Set AP isolated item prevents wireless devices on your network from communicating if your wireless network is composed of older or legacy wireless devices. • RTS Threshold: Select a lower value for RTS (Request to Send) Threshold to improve wireless communication in a busy or noisy - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 65
value is three milliseconds. • Beacon Interval: Beacon Interval 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 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 66
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 the IP address and - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 67
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. In the Enable the DHCP Server field, tick Yes. 67 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 68
the IP Pool Ending Address. 7. In the DNS and Server Settings section, key in your DNS Server and WINS Server IP address if needed. 8. Your wireless router can also manually assign IP addresses to devices on the network. On the Enable Manual Assignment field, choose Yes to assign an IP address to - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 69
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: 1. From the navigation - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 70
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. 70 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 71
types. To configure the WAN connection settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > WAN > Internet Connection tab. 2. Configure the following settings below. When done, click Apply. • WAN Connection Type: Choose your Internet Service Provider type. The choices are Automatic - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 72
to the network, devices can be remotely configured to support P2P applications, interactive gaming, video conferencing, and web or proxy servers. Unlike Port forwarding, which involves manually configuring port settings, UPnP automatically configures the router to accept incoming connections - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 73
their service and reject Settings > WAN. 2. Go to Dual WAN field, turn ON. 3. Choose your Primary WAN and Secondary WAN. There are WAN, USB, Ethernet LAN and 2.5G WAN for your options. 4. Choose Fail Over or Load Balance. 5. Click Apply. NOTE: Detailed explanations are available on the ASUS Support - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 74
From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > WAN > Port Trigger tab. 2. Configure the following settings below. When done, click Apply. • Enable Port Trigger: Choose Yes to enable Port Trigger. • Well-Known Applications: Select popular games and web services to add to the Port Trigger List - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 75
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 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 76
a device or number of devices on your local network. Setting up Port Forwarding on your router allows PCs outside the network to access specific services provided by a PC in your network. NOTE: When port forwarding is enabled, the ASUS router blocks unsolicited inbound traffic from the Internet and - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 77
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 at the same time would fail. For example, you cannot set up Port Forwarding for port 100 for two PCs at the same time. • Local - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 78
successfully: • Ensure that your server or application is set up and running. • You will need a client "Internet client"). This client should not be connected to the ASUS router. • On the Internet client, use the router's applications that would normally require manually forwarding the same ports to - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 79
up DMZ: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > WAN > DMZ tab. 2. 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 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 80
to access the router from outside your network through the provided ASUS DDNS Service or another DDNS service. To set up DDNS: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > WAN > DDNS tab. 2. Configure the following settings below. When done, click Apply. • Enable the DDNS Client: Enable - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 81
Enable wildcard: Enable wildcard if your DDNS service requires one. NOTES: DDNS service will not work under these conditions: • When Passthrough and RTSP Passthrough are enabled by default. To enable / disable the NAT Passthrough settings, go to the Advanced Settings > WAN > NAT Passthrough tab. - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 82
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 Connection Type. The configuration options vary depending on your selected connection type - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 83
by default. 4.5.1 General To set up basic Firewall settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Firewall > General tab. 2. On the Enable Firewall field, select Yes. 3. On the Enable DoS protection, select Yes to protect your network from DoS (Denial of Service - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 84
click the button. 4. Click Apply. 4.5.3 Keyword filter Keyword filter blocks access to webpages containing specified keywords. To set up a keyword filter: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Firewall > Keyword Filter tab. 2. On the Enable Keyword Filter field, select Enabled. 84 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 85
previously visited websites). To resolve this issue, clear the DNS cache before setting up the Keyword Filter. • Web pages compressed using HTTP compression cannot be blocked using a keyword filter. 4.5.4 Network Services Filter The Network Services Filter blocks LAN to WAN packet exchanges and - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 86
filter: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Firewall > Network Service Filter tab. 2. On the Enable Network Services Filter field, select Yes. 3. Select the Filter table type. Black List blocks the specified network services. White List limits access to only the specified network - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 87
mode provides the fastest Wi-Fi connection for multiple media devices simultaneously. To set up the Media Bridge mode, you need two RT-AX86S: one configured as the Media station and the other as a router. • AiMesh Node: You can set RT-AX86S as an AiMesh node to extend an existing AiMesh routers WiFi - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 88
settings. To set up the System settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Administration > System tab. 2. You can configure the following settings: • Change router login password: You can change the password Telnet: Click Yes to enable Telnet services on the network. Click No - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 89
the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com. To upgrade the firmware: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > 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, navigate to the - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 90
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-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 91
/Release/Wireless/Printer.zip • The utilities are not supported on MAC OS. 5.1 Device Discovery Device Discovery is an ASUS WLAN utility that detects an ASUS wireless router device, and allows you to configure the wireless networking settings. To launch the Device Discovery utility: • From your - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 92
on an ASUS Wireless Router that failed during its firmware upgrading process. It uploads the firmware that you specify. The process takes about three to four minutes. IMPORTANT! Launch the rescue mode on the router before using the Firmware Restoration utility. NOTE: This feature is not supported on - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 93
Normal firmware upgrades must be done through the web interface. Refer to Chapter 4: Configuring 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 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 94
NOTE: The print server function is supported on Windows® 7, Windows® 8, Windows® 8.1, and Windows® 10. 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 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 95
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. 7. Follow the Windows® OS instructions to install the printer driver. 95 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 96
8. After the printer's driver installation is complete, network clients can now use the printer. 96 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 97
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-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 98
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. 98 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 99
5. Select Custom then click Settings. 6. Set Protocol to LPR. In the Queue Name field, key in LPRServer then click OK to continue. 99 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 100
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. 100 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 101
9. Click Next to accept the default name for the printer. 10. Click Finish to complete the installation. 101 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 102
BitTorrent, HTTP, or FTP. Provide a torrent file or a URL to begin downloading. NOTE: For details on Bit Torrent, refer to section 5.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings. 102 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 103
5. Use the navigation panel to configure the advanced settings. 5.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings To configure 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 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 104
5.4.2 NZB settings You can set up a USENET server to download NZB files. After entering USENET settings, Apply. 104 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 105
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 Advanced Settings > Administration > Firmware - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 106
router wirelessly, ensure that the SSID (wireless network name), encryption method, and password are correct. Check if your network settings are correct. • Each client on the network should have a valid IP address. ASUS recommends that you use the wireless router's DHCP server to assign IP addresses - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 107
• 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. 107 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 108
that you are using the correct login information. The default factory login name and password is "admin/admin". Ensure that the Caps Lock settings, cancel the dial-up connection, and set the TCP/IP settings to obtain IP addresses automatically. For more details, refer to Chapter 1 of this user manual - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 109
If you are 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 Network Map, go to Advanced Settings > LAN > DHCP Server, Basic Config list, select Yes on the Enable the DHCP Server. - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 110
device can find SSIDs from other routers but cannot find your router's SSID, go to Advanced Settings > Wireless > General, select No on Hide SSID, and select Auto on Control Channel. • you can reset your router to factory default settings. In the router GUI,click Administration > Restore/Save/Upload - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 111
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. Go to General > AiProtection >Parental Control and see if the device is in - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 112
the web GUI, go to Administration > Restore/Save/Upload Setting, and click Restore. The default login account and password are both "admin". How to restore the system to its default settings? • Go to Administration > Restore/Save/Upload Setting, and click Restore. Firmware upgrade failed. Launch the - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 113
. A. Disable the proxy server, if enabled. Windows® 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer to launch the browser. 2. Click Tools > Internet options > Connections tab > LAN settings. 3. From the Local Area Network (LAN) Settings screen, untick Use a proxy server for your LAN. 4. Click OK when done. 113 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 114
(HTTP). 3. Click Apply Now when done. NOTE: Refer to your browser's help feature for details on disabling the proxy server. B. Set the TCP/IP settings to automatically obtain an IP address. Windows® 1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center, then click the network connection to - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 115
Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) or Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6), then click Properties. 4. 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. 5. Click OK when done. 115 - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 116
Configure IPv4 dropdown list. 4. Click Apply Now when done. NOTE: Refer to your operating system's help and support feature for details on configuring your computer's TCP/IP settings. C. Disable the dial-up connection, if enabled. Windows® 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer to launch the browser - Asus RT-AX86 SeriesRT-AX86U/RT-AX86S | RT-AX86S users manual in English - Page 117
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