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    User Guide RT-AX88U Wireless-AX6000 Dual Band Gigabit 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 6 1.1 Welcome 6 1.2 Package contents 6 1.3 Your wireless router 7 1.4 Positioning your router 9 1.5 Setup Requirements 10 1.6 Router Setup Using the Traffic Manager 36 3.4.1 Managing QoS (Quality of Service) Bandwidth..........36 3.5 Traffic Analyzer 39 3.6 Using the USB
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    Table of contents 3.6.3 3G/4G 47 3.7 Using AiCloud 2.0 49 3.7.1 Cloud Disk 50 3.7.2 Smart Access 51 3.7.3 AiCloud Sync 52 4 Configuring the Advanced Settings 53 4.1 Wireless 53 4.1.1 General 53 4.1.2 WPS 56 4.1.3 Bridge 58 4.1.4 Wireless MAC Filter 60 4.1.5 RADIUS Setting 61
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    Discovery 90 5.2 Firmware Restoration 91 5.3 Setting up your printer server 92 5.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing 92 5.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer 96 5.4 Download Master 101 5.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings 102 5.4.2 NZB settings 103 6 Troubleshooting 104 6.1 Basic
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    . 1.2 Package contents RT-AX88U Wireless Router Power adapter Network cable (RJ-45) Quick Start Guide NOTES: • If any of the items are damaged or missing, contact ASUS for technical inquiries and support. Refer to the ASUS Support Hotline list at the back of this user manual. • Keep the
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    1.3 Your wireless router LED WiFi 3.0 USB 3.0 port Insert a USB 3.0 device such as a USB hard disk or a USB flash drive into this port. Insert your iPad's USB cable into
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    button This button turns on/off the LED indicators. Wi-Fi On/Off button This button enables or disables Wi-Fi. WAN (Internet) port Connect a network cable -IN) port Insert the bundled AC adapter into this port and connect your router to a power source. Power button Press this button to power on or
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    only Wi-Fi devices, 2.4GHz computer peripherals, Bluetooth devices, cordless phones, transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators, and other industrial equipment to prevent signal interference or loss. • Always update to the latest firmware. Visit the ASUS
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    Setup Requirements To set up your wireless network, you need a computer that meets the following system requirements: • Ethernet RJ-45 (LAN) port (10Base-T/100Base-TX/ 1000BaseTX) • IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax wireless capability • An installed TCP/IP service , your wireless router supports 2.4GHz and
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    1.6 Router Setup IMPORTANT! • Use a wired connection when setting up your wireless router to avoid possible setup problems. • Before setting up your ASUS wireless router, do the following: • If you are replacing an existing router, disconnect it from your network. • Disconnect the cables/wires from
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    connection 3.0 WAN a Modem Power Wall Power Outlet LINE LAN RESET PWR Smart phone Tablet b Laptop To set up your wireless router via wireless connection: 1. Insert your wireless router's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet. 2 Using the bundled network cable, connect
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    an IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax WLAN adapter on your computer. NOTES: • For details on connecting to a wireless network, refer to the WLAN adapter's user manual. • To set up the security settings for your network, refer to the section Setting up the wireless security settings in Chapter 3 of this user
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    features may vary with different firmware versions. To log into the web GUI: 1. On your web browser, enter http://router.asus.com. 2. On the use the Web GUI to configure various settings of your ASUS Wireless Router. Top command buttons QIS Information banner Navigation panel right column
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    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 connect to your 2.4GHz
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    2. The wireless router automatically detects if your ISP connection type is Dynamic IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, and Static IP. Key in the necessary information for your ISP connection
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    type takes place when you configure the wireless router for the first time or when your wireless router is reset to its default settings. • If QIS failed to detect your Internet connection type, click Skip to manual setting and manually configure your connection settings. 3. Assign the wireless
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    4. Your Internet and wireless settings are displayed. Click Next to continue. 5. Read the wireless network connection tutorial. When done, click Finish. 18
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    2.3 Connecting to your wireless network After setting up your wireless router via QIS, you can connect your computer or other smart devices to details on configuring your wireless network's settings. • Refer to your device's user manual for more details on connecting it to your wireless network. 19
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    3 Configuring the General settings 3.1 Using the Network Map Network Map allows you to configure your network's security settings, manage your network clients, and monitor your USB device. 20
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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 and under System
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    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
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    a USB storage device, such as a USB hard disk or a USB flash drive, to the USB 3.0 port on the rear panel of your wireless router. Ensure that the USB storage device is formatted and partitioned properly. Refer to the Plug-n-Share Disk Support List at http://event.asus.com/networks/disksupport. 23
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    GO to set up an FTP server for Internet file sharing. NOTES: • For more details, refer to the section 3.6.2 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, EXT2, EXT3, and NTFS. 24
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    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
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    provides temporary visitors with Internet connectivity via access to separate SSIDs or networks without providing access to your private network. NOTE: RT-AX88U 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
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    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
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    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. 28
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    the AiProtection main page, click on Network Protection. 3. From the Network Protection tab, click Scan. When done scanning, the utility displays the results on the Router Security Assessment page. 29
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    to be at a safe status. Items marked as No, Weak, or Very Weak is highly recommended to be configured accordingly. 4. (Optional) From the Router Security Assessment page, manually configure the items marked as No, Weak, or Very Weak. To do this: a. Click an item. NOTE: When you click an item, the
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    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 General > AiProtection. 2. From the AiProtection main page, click on
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    from communicating personal information or infected status to external parties. NOTE: This function is automatically enabled if you run the Router Weakness Scan. To enable Infected Device Prevention and Blocking: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > AiProtection. 2. From the AiProtection
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    3.3.2 Setting 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 AiProtection main page, click on
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    Web & Apps Filters Web & Apps Filters is a feature of Parental Controls that allows you to block access to unwanted web sites or applications. To configure Web & Apps Filters: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > AiProtection. 2. From the AiProtection main page, click on the Parental
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    '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 abnormally. 4. Click to add the client's profile. 5. Click Apply to save the settings. 35
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    from your ISP. 3. Click Save. NOTE: The User Specify Rule List is for advanced settings. If you want to prioritize specific network applications and network services, select User-defined QoS rules or User-defined Priority from the drop-down list on the upper-right corner. 36
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    within a range, such as "103:315", ">100", or "
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    5. On the User-defined Priority page, you can prioritize the network applications or devices into five levels from the userdefined QoS rules' dropdown list. Based on priority level, you can use the following methods to send data packets: • Change the order of upstream network packets that are sent
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    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
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    the USB 3.0 port on the rear panel of your wireless router. Ensure that the USB storage device is formatted and partitioned properly. Refer to the ASUS website at http://event.asus.com/2009/networks/disksupport/ for the file system support table. 3.6.1 Using AiDisk AiDisk allows you to share files
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    that you want to assign to the clients accessing your shared data. 4. Create your domain name via the ASUS DDNS services, read the Terms of Service and then select I will use the service and accept the Terms of service and key in your domain name. When done, click Next. You can also select Skip
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    settings for the USB disk in the Servers Center. Using Media Server Your wireless router allows DLNA-supported devices to access multimedia files from the USB disk connected to your wireless router. NOTE: Before using the DLNA Media Server function, connect your device to RT-AX88U's network. 42
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    the iTunes Server. • Media Server Status: Displays 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
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    2. Follow the steps below to add, 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
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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. 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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    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 and Servers > FTP Share tab. 2. From the list of folders, select the type of access rights that you want to assign for specific
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    3.6.3 3G/4G 3G/4G USB modems can be connected to RT-AX88U to allow Internet access. NOTE: For a list of verified USB modems, please visit: http://event.asus.com/2009/networks/3gsupport/. 47
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    . • ISP: Select your Internet Service Provider (ISP) from the dropdown list. • APN (Access Point Name) service (optional): Contact your 3G/4G service provider for detailed information. • Dial the options, select Auto. 4. Click Apply. NOTE: The router will reboot for the settings to take effect. 48
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    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
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    : 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 device's user name and password manually, which will not be saved by AiCloud 2.0 for security reason. 50
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    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 DDNS. For more details, refer to section 4.3.5 DDNS. • By default, AiCloud 2.0 provides a secure HTTPS connection. Key
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    3.7.3 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. 52
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    as the frequency band for your wireless network. 3. Assign a unique name containing up to 32 characters for your SSID (Service Set Identifier) or network name to identify your wireless network. Wi-Fi devices can identify and connect to the wireless network via your assigned SSID. The SSIDs on the
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    function is enabled, you would need to enter the SSID manually on the wireless device to access the wireless network. 5. to connect to the wireless router. • Legacy: Select Legacy to allow 802.11b/g/n devices to connect to the wireless router. Hardware that supports 802.11n natively, however,
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    very strong security. It is with integrated EAP server or an external RADIUS back-end authentication server. • Radius with 802.1x NOTE: Your wireless router supports the maximum transmission rate of 54Mbps when the Wireless Mode is set to Auto and encryption method is WEP or TKIP. 9. Select any of
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    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 or WPS button. NOTE: Ensure that the devices support WPS. To enable WPS on your wireless network: 1. From the
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    , and WPA2-Personal. WPS does not support a wireless network that uses a Shared Key manual or on the device itself. b.Key in the Client PIN code on the text box. c. Click Start to put your wireless router into WPS survey mode. The router's LED indicators quickly flash three times until the WPS setup
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    to another wireless access point exclusively, preventing other wireless devices or stations to access your ASUS wireless router. It can also be considered as a wireless repeater where your ASUS wireless router communicates with another access point and other wireless devices. To set up the wireless
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    • HYBRID: Enables the Wireless Bridge feature and allows other wireless devices/stations to connect to the router. NOTE: In Hybrid mode, wireless devices connected to the ASUS wireless router will only receive half the connection speed of the Access Point. 4. In the Connect to APs in list field,
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    4.1.4 Wireless MAC Filter Wireless MAC filter provides 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
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    RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial In User Service) Setting provides an extra layer of security when you choose WPAEnterprise, WPA2-Enterprise, or Radius with 802.1x as your Authentication Mode. To set up wireless RADIUS settings: 1. Ensure that the wireless router's authentication mode is set to
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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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    transmission rate or click Disable to switch off simultaneous single transmission. • Preamble Type: Preamble Type defines the length of time that the router spent for CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check). CRC is a method of detecting errors during data transmission. Select Short for a busy wireless network
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    : Select a lower value for RTS (Request to Send) Threshold to improve wireless communication in a busy Enable TX Bursting improves transmission speed between the wireless router and 802.11g devices. • Enable WMM APSD: Enable WMM APSD (Wi-Fi Multimedia Automatic Power Save Delivery) to improve power
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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,
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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
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    xxx can be any number between 2 and 254) when specifying an IP address range. • An IP Pool Starting Address should not be greater than the IP Pool 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
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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 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. 69
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    the following settings below. When done, click Apply. • WAN Connection Type: Choose your Internet Service Provider type. The choices are Automatic IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP or fixed IP. Consult your ISP if the router is unable to obtain a valid IP address or if you are unsure the WAN connection type
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    , devices can be remotely configured to support P2P applications, interactive gaming, video conferencing, and web or proxy servers. Unlike Port forwarding, which involves manually configuring port settings, UPnP automatically configures the router to accept incoming connections and direct requests
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    . To avoid connection issues due to an unregistered MAC address, you can: • Contact your ISP and update the MAC address associated with your ISP service. • Clone or change the MAC address of the ASUS wireless router to match the MAC address of the previous networking device recognized by the ISP. 72
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    4.3.2 Port Trigger Port range triggering opens a predetermined incoming port for a limited period of time whenever a Yes to enable Port Trigger. • Well-Known Applications: Select popular games and web services to add to the Port Trigger List. • Description: Enter a short name or description for the
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    IRC server, a client PC makes an outgoing connection using the trigger port range 66660-7000. The IRC server responds by verifying the username and creating router is unsure when the application has been terminated. • Port triggering only allows one client in the network to use a particular service
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    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 only allows replies
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    router's native FTP server assignment. • Service Name: Enter a service name. • Port Range: If you want to specify a Port Range for clients on the same network, enter the Service Name, the Port Range port range for your WAN setup, then your http server/web server would be in conflict with the router's
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    should not be connected to the ASUS router. • On the Internet client, use the router's WAN IP to access the server ranges are configured to accept incoming connections for a limited period of time. Port triggering allows multiple computers to run applications that would normally require manually
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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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    4.3.5 DDNS Setting up DDNS (Dynamic DNS) allows you to access the router from outside your network through the provided ASUS DDNS Service or another DDNS service. To set up DDNS: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > WAN > DDNS tab. 2. Configure the following settings below. When
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    service requires one. NOTES: DDNS service will not work under these conditions: • When the wireless router is using a private WAN IP address (192.168. x.x, 10.x.x.x, or 172.16.x.x), as indicated by a yellow text. • The router Private Network (VPN) connection to pass through the router to the network
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    4.4 IPv6 This wireless router supports IPv6 addressing, a system that supports more IP addresses. This standard is not yet widely available. Contact your ISP if your Internet service supports IPv6. To set up IPv6: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > IPv6. 2. Select your
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    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 packets type, select
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    To set up a URL filter: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Firewall > URL Filter tab. 2. On the Enable URL Filter field, select Enabled. 3. Enter a URL and click the button. 4. Click Apply. 4.5.3 Keyword filter Keyword filter blocks access to webpages containing specified
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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. 4.5.4 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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    . Black List blocks the specified network services. White List limits access to only the specified network services. 4. Specify the day and time when the filters will be active. 5. To specify a Network Service to filter, enter the Source IP, Destination IP, Port Range, and Protocol. Click the button
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    Internet access to available devices on its own local network. • Repeater mode: This mode turns the router into a wireless repeater to extend the range of your signal. • Access Point mode: In this mode, the router creates a new wireless network on an exising network. 3. Click Save. NOTE: The
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    in order to synchronize the time. • Enable Telnet: Click Yes to enable Telnet services on the network. Click No to disable Telnet. • Authentication Method: You can select HTTP, HTTPS, or both protocols to secure router access. • Enable Web Access from WAN: Select Yes to allow devices outside the
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    firmware from the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com. To upgrade the firmware: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Administration > Firmware Upgrade tab. 2. In the New Firmware Firmware Restoration. 4.6.4 Restore/Save/Upload Setting To restore/save/upload wireless router
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    4.7 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
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    NOTES: • Download and install the wireless router's utilities from the ASUS website: • Device Discovery v1.4.7.1 at http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ASUS/ LiveUpdate/Release/Wireless/Discovery.zip • Firmware Restoration v1.9.0.4 at http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ ASUS/LiveUpdate/Release/Wireless/Rescue.zip
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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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    computer's desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility > 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
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    NOTE: The print server function is supported on Windows® XP, Windows® Vista, and Windows® 7. To set up Server. 2. Click Download Now! to download the network printer utility. NOTE: Network printer utility is supported on Windows® XP, Windows® Vista, and Windows® 7 only. To install the utility on Mac
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    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. 94
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    8. After the printer's driver installation is complete, network clients can now use the printer. 95
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    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
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    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. 97
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    5. Select Custom then click Settings. 6. Set Protocol to LPR. In the Queue Name field, key in LPRServer then click OK to continue. 98
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    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. 99
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    9. Click Next to accept the default name for the printer. 10. Click Finish to complete the installation. 100
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    you download files even while your laptops or other devices are switched off. NOTE: You need a USB device connected to the wireless router to use Download Master. To use Download Master: 1. Click General > USB application > Download Master to download and install the utility automatically. NOTE
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    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
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    5.4.2 NZB settings You can set up a USENET server to download NZB files. After entering USENET settings, Apply. 103
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    the ASUS support site at: https://www.asus.com/support/ for more product information and contact details of ASUS Technical Support. 6.1 Basic Troubleshooting If you are having problems with your router, try these basic steps in this section before looking for further solutions. Upgrade Firmware to
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    matches that of your computer. • When you connect your computer to the router wirelessly, ensure that the SSID (wireless network name), encryption mehtod, and network should have a valid IP address. ASUS recommends that you use the wireless router's DHCP server to assign IP addresses to computers on
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    • 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. 106
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    6.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) I cannot access the router GUI using a web browser • If your computer is wired, check the Ethernet cable obtain IP addresses automatically. For more details, refer to Chapter 1 of this user manual. • Ensure that you use CAT5e or CAT6 ethernet cables. 107
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    having issues connecting to 5Ghz network, make sure that your wireless device supports 5Ghz or features dual band capabilities. • Out of Range: • Move the router closer to the wireless client. • Try to adjust antennas of the router to the best direction as described in section 1.4 Positioning your
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    available in your country/area. If not, adjust the channel, channel bandwidth, and wireless mode. • If you still cannot connect to the router wirelessly, you can reset your router to factory default settings. In the router GUI,click Administration > Restore/Save/Upload Setting and click Restore. 109
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    > Network Map, and check the Internet Status. • If your router cannot connect to your ISP's WAN IP address, try restarting your network as described in the section Restart your network in following sequence under Basic Troubleshooting. • The device has been blocked via the Parental Control function
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    name) or network password • Setup a new SSID and encryption key via a wired connection (Ethernet cable). Launch the web GUI, go to Network Map, click the router icon, enter a new SSID (Blank) Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 DNS Server 1: router.asus.com DNS Server 2: (Blank) SSID (2.4GHz
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    Firmware upgrade failed. Launch the rescue mode and run the Firmware Restoration utility. Refer to section 5.2 Firmware Restoration on how to use the Firmware Restoration utility. 112
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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
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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. 115
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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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    Availability (HiNA), the power consumption will be less than 12watts when the system is in network standby mode (idle mode). ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing
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    frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no product procedures. For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of other channels in not
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    in sleep mode and may not work properly. To wake up the device, press the Wi-Fi on/off, LED on/off, reset, or WPS button. Simplified EU Declaration of of EU declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. This equipment complies with EU radiation exposure limits set
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    operating in the 5150 to 5350 MHz frequency range. AT BE BG CZ DK EE FR SI SK TR FI SE CH UK HR Canada, Industry Canada (IC) Notices This device complies with Industry Canada's license-exempt ASUS Wireless Device is below the Industry Canada (IC) radio frequency exposure limits. The ASUS
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    l'exposition aux fréquences radio (RF) La puissance de sortie émise par l'appareil de sans l ASUS est inférieure à la limite d'exposition aux fréquences radio d'Industry Canada (IC). Utilisez l'appareil de sans l ASUS de façon à minimiser les contacts humains lors du fonctionnement normal. 121
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    lang=eng Pour des informations supplémentaires concernant l'exposition aux RF au Canada rendezvous sur : http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/smt-gst.nsf html Precautions for the use of the device • Do not use the ASUS product in this situation (Driving, in airports, hospitals, gas stations and
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    NCC 警語 20 MPE標準值1 mWcm2 0.586 mWcm2。 單元 (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (Cr+6) (PBB) (PBDE) - ○○ ○ ○ ○ 電子組件 外殼 ○ ○ 天線 - ○○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 備考 1 備考 2 D33005 RoHS 123
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    有害物質 部件名稱 鉛 (Pb) 汞 (Hg) 鎘 (Cd) 六價鉻 (Cr(VI)) PBB) (PBDE) × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 外殼 ○○○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ SJ/T 11364 GB/ T 26572 出 GB/T 26572 2011/65/EU 124
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    between implanted medical devices and ASUS products in order to reduce the risk of interference. c. K indly use ASUS products in good reception conditions lieux (les avions, les aéroports, les hôpitaux, les stations-service et les garages professionnels). b. Évitez d'utiliser cet appareil à
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    0-40 °C. Не AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur. IEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur. - Bu Cihaz Türkiye analog şebekelerde çalışabilecek şekilde tasarlanmıştır. - Cihazın ayrıntılı kurulum rehberi kutu içeriğinden çıkan CD içerisindedir. Cihazın kullanıcı arayüzü Türkçe'dir. - Cihazın kullanılması planlanan ü
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    Manufacturer ASUSTeK Computer Inc. Tel: +886-2-2894-3447 Address: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN Authorised ASUS Computer GmbH representative in Address: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN, Europe GERMANY Authorised distributors in Turkey BOGAZICI BILGISAYAR TICARET VE
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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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    to freedom, not price. Our General Public Licenses are designed to make sure that you have the freedom to distribute copies of free software (and charge for this service if you wish), the original, so that any problems introduced by others will not reflect on the original authors' reputations. 129
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    Finally, any free program is threatened constantly by software 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
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    You may charge a fee for the physical act of transferring a copy, and you may at your option offer warranty protection in exchange for a fee. 2. You may modify your copy or copies of the Program or any portion of it, thus forming a work based on the Program, and copy and distribute such
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    These requirements apply to the modified work as a whole. If identifiable sections of that work are not derived from the Program, and can be reasonably considered independent and separate works in themselves, then this License, and its terms, do not apply to those sections when you distribute them
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    to distribute corresponding source code. (This alternative is allowed only for noncommercial distribution and only if you received the program in object code or executable form with such an offer, in accord with Subsection b above.) The source code for a work means the preferred form of the work for
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    protecting the integrity of the free software distribution system, which is implemented by public license practices. Many people have made generous contributions to the wide range of software distributed through that system in reliance 134
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    spirit to the present version, but may differ in detail to address new problems or concerns. Each version is given a distinguishing version number. If the Foundation; we sometimes make exceptions for this. Our decision will be guided by the two goals of preserving the free status of all derivatives
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    RISK AS TO THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PROGRAM IS WITH YOU. SHOULD THE PROGRAM PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU ASSUME THE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR OR CORRECTION. 12 IN NO EVENT UNLESS REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW OR AGREED TO IN WRITING WILL ANY COPYRIGHT HOLDER, OR ANY OTHER PARTY
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    Pacific) Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 Website www.asus.com.tw Technical Support Telephone Support Fax Online support +886228943447 +886228907698 https://www.asus.com/support/ ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA94538,USA Telephone
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