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SMB server, UPnP AV server, and FTP server for an unmatched concurrent wireless HD streaming; and the ASUS Green Network Technology, which provides up to handle 300,000 sessions; a capability to 70% powersaving solution. User Guide RT-AC66U Dual Band 3x3 802.11AC Gigabit Router The ultra-thin and stylish RT-AC66U features a 2.4GHz and 5GHz dual bands for 24/7 file sharing;
SMB server, UPnP AV server, and FTP server for an unmatched concurrent wireless HD streaming; and the ASUS Green Network Technology, which provides up to handle 300,000 sessions; a capability to 70% powersaving solution. User Guide RT-AC66U Dual Band 3x3 802.11AC Gigabit Router The ultra-thin and stylish RT-AC66U features a 2.4GHz and 5GHz dual bands for 24/7 file sharing;
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...detection 18 Setting up the wireless security settings 22 Managing your network clients 24 Monitoring your USB device 25 Creating your wireless router 10 Wired connection 10 Wireless connection 11 Mounting to automatically obtain an IP address 14 C. Disable the proxy server, if enabled... 27 Using the Traffic Manager 28 Managing QoS (Quality of contents 1 A quick look Package contents 5 Your wireless router 5 2 Creating your network Positioning your router 8 What you proceed 13 A. Table of Service) Bandwidth 28 Monitoring Traffic 29 Using the USB Extension 29 Using ...
...detection 18 Setting up the wireless security settings 22 Managing your network clients 24 Monitoring your USB device 25 Creating your wireless router 10 Wired connection 10 Wireless connection 11 Mounting to automatically obtain an IP address 14 C. Disable the proxy server, if enabled... 27 Using the Traffic Manager 28 Managing QoS (Quality of contents 1 A quick look Package contents 5 Your wireless router 5 2 Creating your network Positioning your router 8 What you proceed 13 A. Table of Service) Bandwidth 28 Monitoring Traffic 29 Using the USB Extension 29 Using ...
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Your wireless router 12 345 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 A quick look Package contents RT-AC66U 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 is 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 or replacement.
Your wireless router 12 345 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 A quick look Package contents RT-AC66U 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 is 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 or replacement.
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... area network (LAN). 3 WAN LED O ff: No power or no physical connection. Insert your iPad's USB cable into one of these ports to charge your router to a power source. 7 Power button Press this port to establish WAN connection. 11 LAN 1 ~ 4 ports Connect network cables into these ports. On: Wireless system is...
... area network (LAN). 3 WAN LED O ff: No power or no physical connection. Insert your iPad's USB cable into one of these ports to charge your router to a power source. 7 Power button Press this port to establish WAN connection. 11 LAN 1 ~ 4 ports Connect network cables into these ports. On: Wireless system is...
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Visit the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com to the latest firmware. 2 Creating your network Positioning your router For the best wireless signal transmission between the wireless router and the network devices connected to it, ensure that you: • Place the wireless router in a centralized area for a maximum wireless coverage for the network devices. •...
Visit the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com to the latest firmware. 2 Creating your network Positioning your router For the best wireless signal transmission between the wireless router and the network devices connected to it, ensure that you: • Place the wireless router in a centralized area for a maximum wireless coverage for the network devices. •...
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.... • If you are using only one or two computers that will be used to the network. • With its dual band technology, your wireless router supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless signals simultaneously.
.... • If you are using only one or two computers that will be used to the network. • With its dual band technology, your wireless router supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless signals simultaneously.
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... cable for wired connection. Setting up your wireless router IMPORTANT! • Use wired connection in setting up your wireless router to avoid possible setup problems due to a power outlet. 10 Wall Power Outlet RT-AC66U 1 4 Power Power Modem 3 WAN LAN 2 Computer To set up your ASUS wireless router, do the following: • If you are replacing...
... cable for wired connection. Setting up your wireless router IMPORTANT! • Use wired connection in setting up your wireless router to avoid possible setup problems due to a power outlet. 10 Wall Power Outlet RT-AC66U 1 4 Power Power Modem 3 WAN LAN 2 Computer To set up your ASUS wireless router, do the following: • If you are replacing...
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... network cable, connect your modem to your modem's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to your wireless router via wired connection: 1. Insert your wireless router's WAN port. 3. Using the bundled network cable, connect your computer to your modem's AC adapter to the DC-IN... port and plug it to a power outlet. 4. Insert your wireless router's LAN port. 2. IMPORTANT! Wireless connection 3 Modem 2 1 To set up your wireless router's WAN port. 4. Ensure that the LAN LED is blinking. 3 Using another network cable, connect your modem to ...
... network cable, connect your modem to your modem's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to your wireless router via wired connection: 1. Insert your wireless router's WAN port. 3. Using the bundled network cable, connect your computer to your modem's AC adapter to the DC-IN... port and plug it to a power outlet. 4. Insert your wireless router's LAN port. 2. IMPORTANT! Wireless connection 3 Modem 2 1 To set up your wireless router's WAN port. 4. Ensure that the LAN LED is blinking. 3 Using another network cable, connect your modem to ...
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Mounting to the stand To mount to the stand: • Align and insert the stand's mounting hooks to the section Setting up the wireless security settings in this user manual. 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 wireless router's mounting holes. 12
Mounting to the stand To mount to the stand: • Align and insert the stand's mounting hooks to the section Setting up the wireless security settings in this user manual. 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 wireless router's mounting holes. 12
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Windows® 7 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer to launch the browser. 2. Click OK when done. 13 Disable the proxy server, if enabled. Before you proceed NOTE: Before configuring your wireless router, do the steps described in this section for your host computer and network clients. 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. A.
Windows® 7 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer to launch the browser. 2. Click OK when done. 13 Disable the proxy server, if enabled. Before you proceed NOTE: Before configuring your wireless router, do the steps described in this section for your host computer and network clients. 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. A.
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... details, refer to easily configure its various features through a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome, manually key in the wireless router's default IP address: 192.168.1.1 2. 3 Configuring via the web GUI Logging into the web GUI: 1. To log into the web GUI Your...
... details, refer to easily configure its various features through a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome, manually key in the wireless router's default IP address: 192.168.1.1 2. 3 Configuring via the web GUI Logging into the web GUI: 1. To log into the web GUI Your...
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Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with auto-detection: 1. To use QIS with auto-detection The Quick Internet Setup (QIS) function guides you in quickly setting up the Internet connection NOTE: When setting the Internet connection for the first time, press the Reset button on your Internet connection. 3. Setting up your wireless router to reset it to configure various settings. Launch a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome. 18 Use the web GUI to its factory default settings. The wireless router's web GUI launches.
Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with auto-detection: 1. To use QIS with auto-detection The Quick Internet Setup (QIS) function guides you in quickly setting up the Internet connection NOTE: When setting the Internet connection for the first time, press the Reset button on your Internet connection. 3. Setting up your wireless router to reset it to configure various settings. Launch a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome. 18 Use the web GUI to its factory default settings. The wireless router's web GUI launches.
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Obtain the necessary information about your Internet connection type from your ISP connection type is Dynamic IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, and Static IP. The wireless router automatically detects if your ISP. 19 IMPORTANT! Key in the necessary information for your ISP connection type. 2.
Obtain the necessary information about your Internet connection type from your ISP connection type is Dynamic IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, and Static IP. The wireless router automatically detects if your ISP. 19 IMPORTANT! Key in the necessary information for your ISP connection type. 2.
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Assign the 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 ... admin. • Click the Quick Internet Setup icon from the upper left corner of your ISP connection type takes place when you configure the wireless router for your wireless router's web GUI to access the QIS page.
Assign the 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 ... admin. • Click the Quick Internet Setup icon from the upper left corner of your ISP connection type takes place when you configure the wireless router for your wireless router's web GUI to access the QIS page.
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... security settings 22 To set up the wireless security settings: 1. Key in the default user name (admin) and password (admin), then click OK.The wireless router's web GUI launches. 3. On the Network Map screen, select the System status icon to configure its security settings.
... security settings 22 To set up the wireless security settings: 1. Key in the default user name (admin) and password (admin), then click OK.The wireless router's web GUI launches. 3. On the Network Map screen, select the System status icon to configure its security settings.
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Launch the wireless router's web GUI. 2. On the Network Map screen, select the Client Status icon to display the information about your network clients: 1. Managing your network clients To manage your network clients. 24
Launch the wireless router's web GUI. 2. On the Network Map screen, select the Client Status icon to display the information about your network clients: 1. Managing your network clients To manage your network clients. 24
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... such as a USB hard disk or USB flash drive, to access the USB device. Launch the wireless router's web GUI. 2. For more details, refer to the Plug-n-Share Disk Support List at http://event.asus.com/networks/disksupport IMPORTANT! Ensure that the USB storage device is formatted and partitioned properly. You first... create a user account to allow you to display the information about your USB device. 25 To monitor your USB device: 1. Monitoring your USB device The ASUS Wireless Router provides two USB 2.0 ports for sharing files in your network.
... such as a USB hard disk or USB flash drive, to access the USB device. Launch the wireless router's web GUI. 2. For more details, refer to the Plug-n-Share Disk Support List at http://event.asus.com/networks/disksupport IMPORTANT! Ensure that the USB storage device is formatted and partitioned properly. You first... create a user account to allow you to display the information about your USB device. 25 To monitor your USB device: 1. Monitoring your USB device The ASUS Wireless Router provides two USB 2.0 ports for sharing files in your network.
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... the USB disk, launch the web GUI (http://192.168.1.1), then in this user manual. • On USB External HDD/Flash disk: • The wireless router works with most USB HDDs/Flash disks (up an FTP server for Internet file sharing. On the AiDisk Wizard field, click GO to set up...
... the USB disk, launch the web GUI (http://192.168.1.1), then in this user manual. • On USB External HDD/Flash disk: • The wireless router works with most USB HDDs/Flash disks (up an FTP server for Internet file sharing. On the AiDisk Wizard field, click GO to set up...
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Launch the wireless router's web GUI. 2. Creating your Guest Network The Guest Network provides Internet connectivity for temporary visitors without providing access to create a network for your private network. On the Guest Network screen, click Create to your visitors. 27 To create your guest network: 1.
Launch the wireless router's web GUI. 2. Creating your Guest Network The Guest Network provides Internet connectivity for temporary visitors without providing access to create a network for your private network. On the Guest Network screen, click Create to your visitors. 27 To create your guest network: 1.
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... network devices, select your ISP. • If you to enable the default rule and fill in the upload and download bandwidth fields. Launch the wireless router's web GUI. 2.
... network devices, select your ISP. • If you to enable the default rule and fill in the upload and download bandwidth fields. Launch the wireless router's web GUI. 2.