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... Positioning your router 9 Mounting to the stand 10 1.5 Setup Requirements 11 1.6 Router Setup 12 1.6.1 Wired connection 12 1.6.2 Wireless connection 13 2 Getting started 2.1 Logging into the Web GUI 15 2.2 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Auto-detection 16 2.3 Connecting to your wireless network 20 3 Configuring the General settings 3.1 Using the Network Map 21 3.1.1 Setting up the wireless security settings 22 3.1.2 Managing your network clients 23 3.1.3 Monitoring your USB device 24 3.2 Creating a Guest Network 27 3.3 Using the Traffic Manager 29 3.3.1 Managing QoS (Quality of...
... Positioning your router 9 Mounting to the stand 10 1.5 Setup Requirements 11 1.6 Router Setup 12 1.6.1 Wired connection 12 1.6.2 Wireless connection 13 2 Getting started 2.1 Logging into the Web GUI 15 2.2 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Auto-detection 16 2.3 Connecting to your wireless network 20 3 Configuring the General settings 3.1 Using the Network Map 21 3.1.1 Setting up the wireless security settings 22 3.1.2 Managing your network clients 23 3.1.3 Monitoring your USB device 24 3.2 Creating a Guest Network 27 3.3 Using the Traffic Manager 29 3.3.1 Managing QoS (Quality of...
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... contents 4.6.4 Network Services Filter 80 4.7 Administration 82 4.7.1 Operation Mode 82 4.7.2 System 83 4.7.3 Firmware Upgrade 84 4.7.4 Restore/Save/Upload Setting 84 4.8 System Log 85 5 Utilities 5.1 Device Discovery 86 5.2 Firmware Restoration 87 5.3 Setting up your printer server 88 5.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing 88 5.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer 92 5.4 Download Master 97 5.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings 98 5.4.2 NZB settings 99 6 Troubleshooting 6.1 Basic Troubleshooting 100 6.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs 103 Appendices Notices ...113 ASUS Contact...
... contents 4.6.4 Network Services Filter 80 4.7 Administration 82 4.7.1 Operation Mode 82 4.7.2 System 83 4.7.3 Firmware Upgrade 84 4.7.4 Restore/Save/Upload Setting 84 4.8 System Log 85 5 Utilities 5.1 Device Discovery 86 5.2 Firmware Restoration 87 5.3 Setting up your printer server 88 5.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing 88 5.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer 92 5.4 Download Master 97 5.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings 98 5.4.2 NZB settings 99 6 Troubleshooting 6.1 Basic Troubleshooting 100 6.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs 103 Appendices Notices ...113 ASUS Contact...
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... up to 70% power-saving solution. 1.2 Package contents RT-AC56U Wireless Router Power adapter Support CD (Manual, utility software) Stand Network cable (RJ-45) Quick Start Guide Warranty card 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 for purchasing an ASUS RT-AC56U Wireless Router!
... up to 70% power-saving solution. 1.2 Package contents RT-AC56U Wireless Router Power adapter Support CD (Manual, utility software) Stand Network cable (RJ-45) Quick Start Guide Warranty card 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 for purchasing an ASUS RT-AC56U Wireless Router!
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Reset button This button resets or restores the system to a power source. Using other adapters may damage the device. • Specifications: DC Power adapter Operating Temperature Operating Humidity DC Output: + 19V with your iPad's USB cable into this port to establish WAN connection. Flashing slow: Rescue mode F lashing quick:WPS is ready. Power LED Off: No power. Power button Press this button to turn on or off the Wi-Fi connection LAN 1 ~ 4 ports Connect network cables into these ports to power on /off the stystem. Power (DC-IN) port Insert the bundled...
Reset button This button resets or restores the system to a power source. Using other adapters may damage the device. • Specifications: DC Power adapter Operating Temperature Operating Humidity DC Output: + 19V with your iPad's USB cable into this port to establish WAN connection. Flashing slow: Rescue mode F lashing quick:WPS is ready. Power LED Off: No power. Power button Press this button to turn on or off the Wi-Fi connection LAN 1 ~ 4 ports Connect network cables into these ports to power on /off the stystem. Power (DC-IN) port Insert the bundled...
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... Power Outlet RT-AC56U Modem Power WAN LAN Computer To set up your cable modem and computer (recommended). 1.6.1 Wired connection NOTE: You can use either a straight-through cable or a crossover cable for wired connection. Insert your wireless router's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to avoid possible setup problems. • Before setting up your ASUS wireless router, do the following: • If you are replacing an existing router, disconnect it as well. • Reboot your wireless router...
... Power Outlet RT-AC56U Modem Power WAN LAN Computer To set up your cable modem and computer (recommended). 1.6.1 Wired connection NOTE: You can use either a straight-through cable or a crossover cable for wired connection. Insert your wireless router's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to avoid possible setup problems. • Before setting up your ASUS wireless router, do the following: • If you are replacing an existing router, disconnect it as well. • Reboot your wireless router...
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... wireless router's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to your wireless router's WAN port. 4. Using the bundled network cable, connect your computer to your wireless router's WAN port. 12 Insert your modem's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet. 2 Using the bundled network cable, connect your modem to a power outlet. 1.6.2 Wireless connection RT-AC56U 3 Modem 2 1 To set up your wireless router's LAN port. 2. IMPORTANT! Ensure that the LAN LED is blinking. 3 Using another network cable, connect your modem to your wireless router via wireless connection...
... wireless router's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to your wireless router's WAN port. 4. Using the bundled network cable, connect your computer to your wireless router's WAN port. 12 Insert your modem's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet. 2 Using the bundled network cable, connect your modem to a power outlet. 1.6.2 Wireless connection RT-AC56U 3 Modem 2 1 To set up your wireless router's LAN port. 2. IMPORTANT! Ensure that the LAN LED is blinking. 3 Using another network cable, connect your modem to your wireless router via wireless connection...
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Insert your network, refer to the section Setting up the security settings for your modem's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to the WLAN adapter's user manual. • To set up the wireless security settings in Chapter 3 of this user manual. 13 NOTES: • For details on your computer. Install an IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac WLAN adapter on connecting to a wireless network, refer to a power outlet. 4. 3.
Insert your network, refer to the section Setting up the security settings for your modem's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to the WLAN adapter's user manual. • To set up the wireless security settings in Chapter 3 of this user manual. 13 NOTES: • For details on your computer. Install an IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac WLAN adapter on connecting to a wireless network, refer to a power outlet. 4. 3.
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Assign the wireless network name (SSID) and security key 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 2.4GHz and 5 GHz wireless connection. for Static IP NOTES: • The auto-detection of your ISP connection type takes place when you configure the wireless router for your connection settings. 3. Click Apply when done. 17
Assign the wireless network name (SSID) and security key 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 2.4GHz and 5 GHz wireless connection. for Static IP NOTES: • The auto-detection of your ISP connection type takes place when you configure the wireless router for your connection settings. 3. Click Apply when done. 17
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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
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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... network. NOTES: • To use this feature, you to share files and printer with clients in your wireless router. Ensure that the USB storage device is formatted and partitioned properly. 3.1.3 Monitoring your USB device The ASUS Wireless Router provides two USB 2.0 ports for connecting USB devices or USB printer to allow you need to plug a USB storage device, such as a USB hard disk or USB flash drive, to the Plug-n-Share Disk Support List at http://event.asus.com/networks/disksupport • The USB ports support two USB drives...
... network. NOTES: • To use this feature, you to share files and printer with clients in your wireless router. Ensure that the USB storage device is formatted and partitioned properly. 3.1.3 Monitoring your USB device The ASUS Wireless Router provides two USB 2.0 ports for connecting USB devices or USB printer to allow you need to plug a USB storage device, such as a USB hard disk or USB flash drive, to the Plug-n-Share Disk Support List at http://event.asus.com/networks/disksupport • The USB ports support two USB drives...
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NOTE: Some FTP clients may establish more than one connection. To configure Miscellaneous settings: 1. Setting this number too low will lead to access the Network Place service. 40 For example, for the USB disk, including the maximum number of user logins, the device name, work group, and character set used on the FTP server. Miscellaneous setting Miscellaneous setting allows you to configure other settings for a device with the name ABC, enter //ABC on the Internet Explorer address bar to login failures. • Device Name...
NOTE: Some FTP clients may establish more than one connection. To configure Miscellaneous settings: 1. Setting this number too low will lead to access the Network Place service. 40 For example, for the USB disk, including the maximum number of user logins, the device name, work group, and character set used on the FTP server. Miscellaneous setting Miscellaneous setting allows you to configure other settings for a device with the name ABC, enter //ABC on the Internet Explorer address bar to login failures. • Device Name...
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... your wireless connection. 8. Select any of these authentication methods: • Open System: This option provides no security. • Shared Key: You must use WEP encryption and enter at a maximum speed of these channel bandwidth to accommodate higher transmission speeds: 40MHz: Select this bandwidth to maximize wireless N performance. Hardware that can connect to determine the types of interference. 7. Select any of these wireless mode options to your wireless router.
... your wireless connection. 8. Select any of these authentication methods: • Open System: This option provides no security. • Shared Key: You must use WEP encryption and enter at a maximum speed of these channel bandwidth to accommodate higher transmission speeds: 40MHz: Select this bandwidth to maximize wireless N performance. Hardware that can connect to determine the types of interference. 7. Select any of these wireless mode options to your wireless router.
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... of the wireless router. The router's LED indicators quickly flash three times until the WPS setup is normally identified by the WPS logo. If you select Push Button, go to standby mode. 5. c. In the WPS Method field, select Push Button or Client PIN code. b.Key in the Client PIN code on the device itself. Press the WPS button on your wireless device's user manual or on the text box. Note: WPS supports authentication using the Client's PIN code, follow these steps: a. b. WPS does not support a wireless network that uses a Shared Key, WPA-Enterprise...
... of the wireless router. The router's LED indicators quickly flash three times until the WPS setup is normally identified by the WPS logo. If you select Push Button, go to standby mode. 5. c. In the WPS Method field, select Push Button or Client PIN code. b.Key in the Client PIN code on the device itself. Press the WPS button on your wireless device's user manual or on the text box. Note: WPS supports authentication using the Client's PIN code, follow these steps: a. b. WPS does not support a wireless network that uses a Shared Key, WPA-Enterprise...
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... remotely configured to support P2P applications, interactive gaming, video conferencing, and web or proxy servers. Check with a private IP address in a NAT table and is a host on the local network. • Connect to DNS Server: Allows this router to get the DNS IP address from your ISP. Once connected to the network, devices can be specified by some ISPs. • Enable NAT: NAT (Network Address Translation) is a system where one public IP (WAN IP) is used to route incoming data packets. • Enable UPnP: UPnP...
... remotely configured to support P2P applications, interactive gaming, video conferencing, and web or proxy servers. Check with a private IP address in a NAT table and is a host on the local network. • Connect to DNS Server: Allows this router to get the DNS IP address from your ISP. Once connected to the network, devices can be specified by some ISPs. • Enable NAT: NAT (Network Address Translation) is a system where one public IP (WAN IP) is used to route incoming data packets. • Enable UPnP: UPnP...
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• Local IP: Key in the client's LAN IP address. Predetermined port ranges are unsure, select BOTH. Refer to section 4.2 LAN for information. • Local Port: Enter a specific port to access the files or applications. If you are configured to each PC on the network. • Port triggering is more secure than port forwarding since the incoming ports are opened only when an application is set up a specific LAN IP address. Port triggering allows multiple computers to run applications that your server or application...
• Local IP: Key in the client's LAN IP address. Predetermined port ranges are unsure, select BOTH. Refer to section 4.2 LAN for information. • Local Port: Enter a specific port to access the files or applications. If you are configured to each PC on the network. • Port triggering is more secure than port forwarding since the incoming ports are opened only when an application is set up a specific LAN IP address. Port triggering allows multiple computers to run applications that your server or application...
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...or remote network using a public network such as the Internet. On the Network Place (Samba) Support field, select Yes. 4. On the Enable PPTP Server field, select Yes. 3. NOTE: For advanced VPN server settings, click the VPN Server tab to Advanced Settings > VPN Server. 2. From the navigation panel, go to configure broadcast support, authentication, MPPE Encryption, and Client IP address range. 76 Enter the user name and password for accessing the VPN server. Click the button. 5. Click Apply. 4.5 VPN Server VPN (Virtual Private Network) provides a secure communication to access.
...or remote network using a public network such as the Internet. On the Network Place (Samba) Support field, select Yes. 4. On the Enable PPTP Server field, select Yes. 3. NOTE: For advanced VPN server settings, click the VPN Server tab to Advanced Settings > VPN Server. 2. From the navigation panel, go to configure broadcast support, authentication, MPPE Encryption, and Client IP address range. 76 Enter the user name and password for accessing the VPN server. Click the button. 5. Click Apply. 4.5 VPN Server VPN (Virtual Private Network) provides a secure communication to access.
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... router to Access Point mode, you to get the router's IP address. 85 5 Utilities NOTES: • Install the wireless router's utilities from the bundled support CD. • If Autorun is disabled, run setup.exe from the root directory of the support CD. • 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 need to use Device Discovery to configure the wireless networking settings. To launch the Device Discovery utility...
... router to Access Point mode, you to get the router's IP address. 85 5 Utilities NOTES: • Install the wireless router's utilities from the bundled support CD. • If Autorun is disabled, run setup.exe from the root directory of the support CD. • 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 need to use Device Discovery to configure the wireless networking settings. To launch the Device Discovery utility...
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... latest version. 1. Upgrade Firmware to Advanced Settings > Administration > Firmware Upgrade tab. Launch the Web GUI. 6 Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions for further solutions. Click Check to verify if the latest firmware is available, visit the ASUS global website at : http://support.asus.com/ for more product information and contact details of ASUS Technical Support. 6.1 Basic Troubleshooting If you encounter problems that are having problems with your router, try these basic steps...
... latest version. 1. Upgrade Firmware to Advanced Settings > Administration > Firmware Upgrade tab. Launch the Web GUI. 6 Troubleshooting This chapter provides solutions for further solutions. Click Check to verify if the latest firmware is available, visit the ASUS global website at : http://support.asus.com/ for more product information and contact details of ASUS Technical Support. 6.1 Basic Troubleshooting If you encounter problems that are having problems with your router, try these basic steps...
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The default factory login name and password is wired, check the Ethernet cable connection and LED status as described in your computer is "admin/admin". NOTES: • The commands for deleting cookies and files vary with web browsers. • Disable proxy server settings, cancel the dial-up connection, and set the TCP/IP settings to Chapter 1 of this user manual. • Ensure that the Caps Lock key is disabled when you use CAT5e or CAT6 ethernet cables. 102 For Internet Explorer...
The default factory login name and password is wired, check the Ethernet cable connection and LED status as described in your computer is "admin/admin". NOTES: • The commands for deleting cookies and files vary with web browsers. • Disable proxy server settings, cancel the dial-up connection, and set the TCP/IP settings to Chapter 1 of this user manual. • Ensure that the Caps Lock key is disabled when you use CAT5e or CAT6 ethernet cables. 102 For Internet Explorer...
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... connection (Ethernet cable). Launch the web GUI, go to Network Map, click the router icon, enter a new SSID and encryption key, and then click Apply. • Reset your router to reboot your computer and verify the network's IP address and gateway address. • Check the status indicators on the wireless router is not ON, check if all cables are the factory default settings: User Name: admin Password: admin Enable DHCP: Yes (if WAN cable is still no Internet access, try to the default settings. How to restore the...
... connection (Ethernet cable). Launch the web GUI, go to Network Map, click the router icon, enter a new SSID and encryption key, and then click Apply. • Reset your router to reboot your computer and verify the network's IP address and gateway address. • Check the status indicators on the wireless router is not ON, check if all cables are the factory default settings: User Name: admin Password: admin Enable DHCP: Yes (if WAN cable is still no Internet access, try to the default settings. How to restore the...