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Question posted by bccmc on June 24th, 2014

How To Hard Reset Asus Rt-n66u

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Answer #1: Posted by waelsaidani1 on June 24th, 2014 7:02 AM
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Reset button: This button resets or restores the system to its factory default settings. pressing the Reset button while power-up, will put this ASUS router in recovery mode.

That is: press and hold the reset button, keep pressing the reset button while plugging in the power, then keep holding the reset button pressed for about ten seconds until the power led is blinking slowly, then release the reset button. The router is now in recovery mode.

WPS button: pressing the Red WPS button while power-up, will clear the NVRAM. All settings are stored in NVRAM of this ASUS router. Clearing the NVRAM is the most efficient way to reset the router to default settings.

That is: press and hold the WPS button, keep pressing the reset button while plugging in the power, then keep holding the WPS button pressed for about ten seconds, then release the WPS button. All settings have now been wiped, and default settings will be used.

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User Manual - Page 1

and the ASUS Green Network Technology, which provides up to handle 300,000 sessions; a capability to 70% powersaving solution. SMB server, UPnP AV server, and FTP server for an unmatched concurrent wireless HD streaming; User Guide RT-N66U Dark Knight Gigabit Router Dual Band Wireless-N900 The ultra-thin and stylish RT-N66U features a 2.4GHz and 5GHz dual bands for 24/7 file sharing;
User Manual - Page 5

... 11 12  1 A quick look Package contents RT-N66U 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...
User Manual - Page 6

...DC-In) port Insert the bundled AC adapter into this port and connect your iPad. 9 Reset button This button resets or restores the system to its factory default settings. 10 WAN (Internet) port Connect a ... ff: No power or no physical connection. On: Wireless system is ready. On Off 8 USB 2.0 ports Insert USB 2.0 devices such as USB hard disks or USB flash drives into one of these ports.
User Manual - Page 8

2 Creating your network Positioning your router For the best wireless signal transmission between the wireless router and the network devices connected to the latest firmware. Visit the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com to get the latest firmware updates. • To ensure the best wireless signal, orient the three detachable antennas as shown in a centralized...
User Manual - Page 10

If your modem has a backup battery, remove it to wireless uncertainty. • Before setting up your computer (recommended). Wall Power Outlet RT-N66U 1 4 Power Power Modem 3 WAN LAN 2 Computer To set up your ASUS wireless router, do the following: • If you are replacing an existing router, disconnect it from your network. • Disconnect the cables...
User Manual - Page 17

To log into the web GUI Your ASUS Wireless Router comes with an intuitive web graphics user interface (GUI) that you set ...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. On your network clients, ensure that allows you proceed in the default user name...
User Manual - Page 18

... Internet connection NOTE: When setting the Internet connection for the first time, press the Reset button on your Internet connection. Launch a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome. 18 Setting up your wireless router to reset it to configure various settings. 3. Use the web GUI to its factory default...
User Manual - Page 20

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User Manual - Page 25

... to the section Using AiDisk for connecting USB devices such as a USB hard disk or USB flash drive, to the USB 2.0 port on the rear panel of your wireless router. NOTE: To use this user manual. Monitoring your USB device The ASUS Wireless Router provides two USB 2.0 ports for sharing files in this feature...
User Manual - Page 35

...Center > FTP Share tab and select the account that you need to insert a USB storage device, such as a USB hard disk or USB flash drive, to the USB2.0 port on the rear panel of the USB disk may cause data corruption... Apply. 3. Using the FTP Share service Sharing files via the FTP server The ASUS Wireless Router enables you to share files from your USB storage device via the FTP server: 1.
User Manual - Page 38

... Setting from your wireless router. NOTE: The ASUS Wireless Router can automatically obtain IP addresses from the navigation menu at the left side of your wireless router. Under the LAN menu, click DHCP Server. 38 To set up the DHCP Server You may enable the DHCP Server function in your wireless router so your network...
User Manual - Page 40

... the system, use the Firmware Restoration utility. 40 Click Advanced Setting from the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com To upgrade the firmware: 1. The uploading process takes about three minutes. ...Under the Administration menu, click Firmware Upgrade. 3. NOTE: If the upgrade process fails, the wireless ...
User Manual - Page 42

... access the USB printer. Click USB Extension from the navigation menu at the left side of your ASUS wireless router, refer to the Plug-n-Share Disk Support List at http://event.asus.com/networks/disksupport • The wireless router's printer server function is compatible with your screen, then click Network Printer Server. 2. Setting up...
User Manual - Page 46

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User Manual - Page 47

... launch the rescue mode and use the Firmware Restoration utility: 1. The process takes about three to set up your computer's desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility RT-N66U Wireless Router > Firmware Restoration. 47 Release the Reset button when the Power LED at the rear panel and simultaneously re-plug the...
User Manual - Page 48

Normal firmware upgrades must be used on a working ASUS Wireless Router. Refer to Chapter 3: Configuring via the web GUI for more details. 48 Specify a firmware file, then click Upload. NOTE: This is not a firmware upgrade utility and cannot be done through the web interface. 5.
User Manual - Page 49

... the TCP/IP settings to the router. • Check the wireless security settings. • Press the Reset button at the rear panel for configuring the router. •...wireless client. • Try to the section Before you encounter problems that are not mentioned in this user manual. For more than five seconds. 49 5 Troubleshooting NOTE: If you proceed in this chapter, contact the ASUS...
User Manual - Page 50

.... • Restart your computer. • Refer to use conforms to the channels available in the wireless adapter such as SSID and encryption settings. If the LED is not ON, change the cable and try... again. Cannot find the router: • Press the Reset button at the rear panel for more than five seconds. • Check the setting in your country/...
User Manual - Page 51

...encryption keys are all your cables are forgotten. • Try setting up the wired connection and configuring the wireless encryption again. • Press the Reset button at the rear panel of this user manual. the Router is unable to establish a connection with ... Name: (Blank) Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 DNS Server 1: 192.168.1.1 DNS Server 2: (Blank) SSID: ASUS 51
User Manual - Page 52

Will the registered information be registered by others . 2. Can I bought six months ago. ASUS DDNS Service RT-N66U supports the ASUS DDNS service.When exchanging devices at the service center, if you have not updated the registered information in 90 days, the system automatically deletes the ...

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