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Set the TCP/IP settings to the stand 8 Mounting on the wall 8 2 Creating your network Positioning your wireless router 11 Wired connection 11 Wireless connection 12 Before you need 10 Setting up the DHCP Server 28 Disable the dial-up connection, if enabled ... 26 Managing EZQoS Bandwidth 27 Configuring the Advanced settings 28 Setting up your router 9 What you proceed 13 A. Disable the proxy server, if enabled 13 B. Table of contents 1 A quick look Package contents 5 Your wireless router 5 Mounting options 8 Mounting to automatically obtain an IP address 15 C.
Set the TCP/IP settings to the stand 8 Mounting on the wall 8 2 Creating your network Positioning your wireless router 11 Wired connection 11 Wireless connection 12 Before you need 10 Setting up the DHCP Server 28 Disable the dial-up connection, if enabled ... 26 Managing EZQoS Bandwidth 27 Configuring the Advanced settings 28 Setting up your router 9 What you proceed 13 A. Disable the proxy server, if enabled 13 B. Table of contents 1 A quick look Package contents 5 Your wireless router 5 Mounting options 8 Mounting to automatically obtain an IP address 15 C.
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... Hotline list at the back of the items is damaged or missing, contact ASUS for technical inquiries and support, Refer to a local area network (LAN). 1 A quick look Package contents RT-N53 Wireless Router Power adapter Support CD (Manual, utility software) Network cable (RJ-45) Quick Start Guide Warranty card NOTES: • If any of this...
... Hotline list at the back of the items is damaged or missing, contact ASUS for technical inquiries and support, Refer to a local area network (LAN). 1 A quick look Package contents RT-N53 Wireless Router Power adapter Support CD (Manual, utility software) Network cable (RJ-45) Quick Start Guide Warranty card NOTES: • If any of this...
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...physical connection to its factory default settings. Flashing slow: Rescue mode F lashing quick: WPS is ready. 4 Power LED Off: No power. On: Wireless system is processing. 5 WPS button This button launches the WPS Wizard. 6 LAN 1 ~ 4 ports Connect network cables into these ports to establish LAN ... a power source. 9 Power switch Turns the power on/off. 10 Stand Allows you to place the wireless router into an upright position. 11 Mounting hole Allows you to mount the wireless router to the wall. 12 Reset button This button resets or restores the system to a wide area network ...
...physical connection to its factory default settings. Flashing slow: Rescue mode F lashing quick: WPS is ready. 4 Power LED Off: No power. On: Wireless system is processing. 5 WPS button This button launches the WPS Wizard. 6 LAN 1 ~ 4 ports Connect network cables into these ports to establish LAN ... a power source. 9 Power switch Turns the power on/off. 10 Stand Allows you to place the wireless router into an upright position. 11 Mounting hole Allows you to mount the wireless router to the wall. 12 Reset button This button resets or restores the system to a wide area network ...
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... the I/O WPS ports facing you hear squeaking while dismounting the RT-N53 from the stand 1. Mounting options Mounting to the wireless router's mounting holes. Align and insert the stand's mounting hooks to the stand To mount the wireless router into its stand: 1. Follow the direction of the wireless router. 2. NOTE: It's normal if you . 2. Dismount from the stand...
... the I/O WPS ports facing you hear squeaking while dismounting the RT-N53 from the stand 1. Mounting options Mounting to the wireless router's mounting holes. Align and insert the stand's mounting hooks to the stand To mount the wireless router into its stand: 1. Follow the direction of the wireless router. 2. NOTE: It's normal if you . 2. Dismount from the stand...
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Locate the two holes on the wall: 1. Follow the direction of the wireless router. 3. or Mounting on the wall To mount the wireless router on the stand and secure the stand to the wall with screws. 2. Dismount from the wall 1. Align and insert the stand's mounting hooks to apply force and dismount the RT-N53. Locate the mounting holes at the back of the arrow shown below to the wireless router's mounting holes. Hold the edge of the front cover (near the I/O ports). 2.
Locate the two holes on the wall: 1. Follow the direction of the wireless router. 3. or Mounting on the wall To mount the wireless router on the stand and secure the stand to the wall with screws. 2. Dismount from the wall 1. Align and insert the stand's mounting hooks to apply force and dismount the RT-N53. Locate the mounting holes at the back of the arrow shown below to the wireless router's mounting holes. Hold the edge of the front cover (near the I/O ports). 2.
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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. • Keep the device away ... coverage, place the wireless router in an upright position. • For the best up-and-down coverage, place the wireless router in an inclined position. • Always update to get the latest firmware updates. 10 Visit the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com to the latest...
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. • Keep the device away ... coverage, place the wireless router in an upright position. • For the best up-and-down coverage, place the wireless router in an inclined position. • Always update to get the latest firmware updates. 10 Visit the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com to the latest...
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... meet the following system requirements: • Ethernet RJ-45 (LAN) port (10Base-T/100Base-TX) • IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n wireless capability • An installed TCP/IP service • Web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome NOTES...: • If your computer does not have built-in wireless capabilities, you will only be able to use the 2.4GHz band. • If you are using only one computer..., you may install an IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN adapter to your wireless router supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz...
... meet the following system requirements: • Ethernet RJ-45 (LAN) port (10Base-T/100Base-TX) • IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n wireless capability • An installed TCP/IP service • Web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome NOTES...: • If your computer does not have built-in wireless capabilities, you will only be able to use the 2.4GHz band. • If you are using only one computer..., you may install an IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN adapter to your wireless router supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz...
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.... • Disconnect the cables/wires from your existing modem setup. Insert your wireless router's AC adapter to the DC-In port and plug it to wireless uncertainty. • Before setting up your ASUS wireless router, do the following: • If you are replacing an existing router, disconnect it as well. • Reboot your computer (recommended). Wired connection...
.... • Disconnect the cables/wires from your existing modem setup. Insert your wireless router's AC adapter to the DC-In port and plug it to wireless uncertainty. • Before setting up your ASUS wireless router, do the following: • If you are replacing an existing router, disconnect it as well. • Reboot your computer (recommended). Wired connection...
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... the bundled network cable, connect your computer to a power outlet. 5. Wireless connection 3 WPS Modem 2 1 To set up your wireless router's LAN port. 2. Insert your wireless router's AC adapter to the DC-In port and plug it to your wireless router via wirless connection: 1. Switch on the wireless router. Ensure that the LAN LED is blinking. 3 Using another network cable...
... the bundled network cable, connect your computer to a power outlet. 5. Wireless connection 3 WPS Modem 2 1 To set up your wireless router's LAN port. 2. Insert your wireless router's AC adapter to the DC-In port and plug it to your wireless router via wirless connection: 1. Switch on the wireless router. Ensure that the LAN LED is blinking. 3 Using another network cable...
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Windows® 7 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer to the section Setting up the wireless security settings in this section for your wireless router, do the steps described in this user manual. Click Tools > Internet options > Connections tab > LAN settings. 14 A. Before you proceed NOTE: Before configuring your host computer and network clients. 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 launch the browser. 2. Disable the proxy server, if enabled.
Windows® 7 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer to the section Setting up the wireless security settings in this section for your wireless router, do the steps described in this user manual. Click Tools > Internet options > Connections tab > LAN settings. 14 A. Before you proceed NOTE: Before configuring your host computer and network clients. 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 launch the browser. 2. Disable the proxy server, if enabled.
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... your web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome. On the login page, key in the wireless router's default IP address: 192.168.1.1 2. To log into the web GUI Your ASUS Wireless Router comes with an intuitive web graphics user interface (GUI) that you set the TCP/IP settings to obtain IP...
... your web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome. On the login page, key in the wireless router's default IP address: 192.168.1.1 2. To log into the web GUI Your ASUS Wireless Router comes with an intuitive web graphics user interface (GUI) that you set the TCP/IP settings to obtain IP...
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The wireless router's web GUI launches. It enables you to block/unblock a client. 19 Client status Click this icon to display information about the clients or computers in ... set up your WAN. Use the web GUI to display information on the main page: Icon Description Internet status Click this icon to configure various wireless settings. System status Click this icon to view the status and configure the connection settings of these icons displayed on the SSID, authentication and encryption...
The wireless router's web GUI launches. It enables you to block/unblock a client. 19 Client status Click this icon to display information about the clients or computers in ... set up your WAN. Use the web GUI to display information on the main page: Icon Description Internet status Click this icon to configure various wireless settings. System status Click this icon to view the status and configure the connection settings of these icons displayed on the SSID, authentication and encryption...
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Setting up your Internet connection. The wireless router automatically detects if your ISP. 20 To use QIS with auto-detection The Quick Internet Setup (QIS) function guides you in the necessary information for ..., press the Reset button on your ISP connection type. Key in quickly setting up the Internet connection NOTE: When setting the Internet connection for your wireless router to reset it to its factory default settings. Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with auto-detection: 1. IMPORTANT! Launch a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari...
Setting up your Internet connection. The wireless router automatically detects if your ISP. 20 To use QIS with auto-detection The Quick Internet Setup (QIS) function guides you in the necessary information for ..., press the Reset button on your ISP connection type. Key in quickly setting up the Internet connection NOTE: When setting the Internet connection for your wireless router to reset it to its factory default settings. Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with auto-detection: 1. IMPORTANT! Launch a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari...
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... connection type, click Skip to manual setting (see the screen capture in the Network Map page. 3. To do this, follow these steps: • On your wireless router's web GUI to launch automatically, manually launch your web browser, key in http://192.168.1.1 • On the login page, key in the default username.... • If QIS failed to access the QIS page. NOTES: • The auto-detection of your ISP connection type takes place when you configure the wireless router for the first time or when your...
... connection type, click Skip to manual setting (see the screen capture in the Network Map page. 3. To do this, follow these steps: • On your wireless router's web GUI to launch automatically, manually launch your web browser, key in http://192.168.1.1 • On the login page, key in the default username.... • If QIS failed to access the QIS page. NOTES: • The auto-detection of your ISP connection type takes place when you configure the wireless router for the first time or when your...
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...-167g v2 driver v.1.2.2.0 or later ASUS WL-160N/WL-130N driver v.1.0.4.0 or later ASUS wireless LAN card with ASUS WLAN Utility ASUS WL-167g v2 driver v.1.2.2.0 or later ASUS WL-160N/WL-130N driver v.1.0.4.0 or later 22 NOTES: • Ensure that you to the wireless router's Advanced Setting page and configure more advanced wireless settings. 3. Select your Favorites. G oing...
...-167g v2 driver v.1.2.2.0 or later ASUS WL-160N/WL-130N driver v.1.0.4.0 or later ASUS wireless LAN card with ASUS WLAN Utility ASUS WL-167g v2 driver v.1.2.2.0 or later ASUS WL-160N/WL-130N driver v.1.0.4.0 or later 22 NOTES: • Ensure that you to the wireless router's Advanced Setting page and configure more advanced wireless settings. 3. Select your Favorites. G oing...
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To use WPS: 1. NOTE: You may also press the WPS button on your wireless router to complete the wireless network setup. 23 Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the WPS Wizard. 2. In the WPS field, click the red button to launch the WPS Wizard.
To use WPS: 1. NOTE: You may also press the WPS button on your wireless router to complete the wireless network setup. 23 Follow the onscreen instructions to launch the WPS Wizard. 2. In the WPS field, click the red button to launch the WPS Wizard.
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... settings such as SSID, security level, and encryption settings. NOTE: You can set up different wireless security settings for 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands. 2.4GHz security settings 24 The wireless router's web GUI launches. 3. Setting up the wireless security settings To protect your web browser. 2. Key in the default user name (admin) and password (admin...
... settings such as SSID, security level, and encryption settings. NOTE: You can set up different wireless security settings for 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands. 2.4GHz security settings 24 The wireless router's web GUI launches. 3. Setting up the wireless security settings To protect your web browser. 2. Key in the default user name (admin) and password (admin...
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To create an SSID profile: 1. Under System status, click Add. 2. Creating multiple SSID profiles The wireless router allows you to create multiple SSID profile on 2.4GHz that meet various working scenarios. Configure the profile settings, then click Add. 26
To create an SSID profile: 1. Under System status, click Add. 2. Creating multiple SSID profiles The wireless router allows you to create multiple SSID profile on 2.4GHz that meet various working scenarios. Configure the profile settings, then click Add. 26
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... Advanced Setting > WAN > QoS tab. 4. To restore a client's access to your network, select the client in the Blocked client list and click Unblock. Launch the wireless router's web GUI. 2.
... Advanced Setting > WAN > QoS tab. 4. To restore a client's access to your network, select the client in the Blocked client list and click Unblock. Launch the wireless router's web GUI. 2.
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NOTE: The ASUS Wireless Router can automatically obtain IP addresses from the navigation menu at the left side of your wireless router. Setting up the DHCP Server You may enable the DHCP Server function in your wireless router so your network clients can support up the DHCP server: 1. To set up to configure the advanced features of your network. Click Advanced Setting from your wireless router. Configuring the Advanced settings Advanced Setting allows you to 253 IP addresses for your screen. 2. Under the LAN menu, click DHCP Server. 29
NOTE: The ASUS Wireless Router can automatically obtain IP addresses from the navigation menu at the left side of your wireless router. Setting up the DHCP Server You may enable the DHCP Server function in your wireless router so your network clients can support up the DHCP server: 1. To set up to configure the advanced features of your network. Click Advanced Setting from your wireless router. Configuring the Advanced settings Advanced Setting allows you to 253 IP addresses for your screen. 2. Under the LAN menu, click DHCP Server. 29