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... Your wireless router 7 1.4 Positioning your router 9 1.5 Setup Requirements 10 1.6 Router Setup 11 1.6.1 Wired connection 11 1.6.2 Wireless connection 12 2 Getting started 2.1 Logging into the Web GUI 14 2.2 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Auto-detection 15 2.3 Connecting to your wireless network 19 3 Configuring the General settings 3.1 Using the Network Map 20 3.1.1 Setting up the wireless security settings 21 3.1.2 Managing your network clients 22 3.1.3 Monitoring your USB device 23 3.2 Creating a Guest Network 26 3.3 Using the Traffic Manager 28 3.3.1 Managing QoS (Quality...
... Your wireless router 7 1.4 Positioning your router 9 1.5 Setup Requirements 10 1.6 Router Setup 11 1.6.1 Wired connection 11 1.6.2 Wireless connection 12 2 Getting started 2.1 Logging into the Web GUI 14 2.2 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Auto-detection 15 2.3 Connecting to your wireless network 19 3 Configuring the General settings 3.1 Using the Network Map 20 3.1.1 Setting up the wireless security settings 21 3.1.2 Managing your network clients 22 3.1.3 Monitoring your USB device 23 3.2 Creating a Guest Network 26 3.3 Using the Traffic Manager 28 3.3.1 Managing QoS (Quality...
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... of contents 4.6.4 Network Services Filter 79 4.7 Administration 81 4.7.1 Operation Mode 81 4.7.2 System 82 4.7.3 Firmware Upgrade 83 4.7.4 Restore/Save/Upload Setting 83 4.8 System Log 84 5 Utilities 5.1 Device Discovery 85 5.2 Firmware Restoration 86 5.3 Setting up your printer server 87 5.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing 87 5.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer 91 5.4 Download Master 96 5.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings 97 5.4.2 NZB settings 98 6 Troubleshooting 6.1 Basic Troubleshooting 99 6.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs 102 Appendices Notices ...112 ASUS Contact...
... of contents 4.6.4 Network Services Filter 79 4.7 Administration 81 4.7.1 Operation Mode 81 4.7.2 System 82 4.7.3 Firmware Upgrade 83 4.7.4 Restore/Save/Upload Setting 83 4.8 System Log 84 5 Utilities 5.1 Device Discovery 85 5.2 Firmware Restoration 86 5.3 Setting up your printer server 87 5.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing 87 5.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer 91 5.4 Download Master 96 5.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings 97 5.4.2 NZB settings 98 6 Troubleshooting 6.1 Basic Troubleshooting 99 6.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs 102 Appendices Notices ...112 ASUS Contact...
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... sessions; SMB server, UPnP AV server, and FTP server for technical inquiries and support, Refer to 70% powersaving solution. 1.2 Package contents RT-AC1200HP Wireless Router Power adapter Warranty card Network cable (RJ-45) Quick Start Guide NOTES: • If any of the items are damaged or missing, contact ASUS for 24/7 file sharing; and the ASUS Green Network Technology, which provides up to the ASUS Support Hotline list at the back of this user manual. •...
... sessions; SMB server, UPnP AV server, and FTP server for technical inquiries and support, Refer to 70% powersaving solution. 1.2 Package contents RT-AC1200HP Wireless Router Power adapter Warranty card Network cable (RJ-45) Quick Start Guide NOTES: • If any of the items are damaged or missing, contact ASUS for 24/7 file sharing; and the ASUS Green Network Technology, which provides up to the ASUS Support Hotline list at the back of this user manual. •...
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...a USB hard disk or USB flash drive into these ports to establish LAN connection. LAN 1 ~ 4 ports Connect network cables into the port. WAN (Internet) port Connect a network cable into this port to establish WAN connection. Green LED: 10Mbps/100Mbps connection. WPS button This button launches the WPS Wizard. Yellow LED: 1000Mbps connection. Power (DC-IN) port Insert the bundled AC adapter into this port and connect your package. Power button Press this button to turn on or off the Wi-Fi connection Wall-mount hooks The wall-mount hooks allow you to mount the router to a power...
...a USB hard disk or USB flash drive into these ports to establish LAN connection. LAN 1 ~ 4 ports Connect network cables into the port. WAN (Internet) port Connect a network cable into this port to establish WAN connection. Green LED: 10Mbps/100Mbps connection. WPS button This button launches the WPS Wizard. Yellow LED: 1000Mbps connection. Power (DC-IN) port Insert the bundled AC adapter into this port and connect your package. Power button Press this button to turn on or off the Wi-Fi connection Wall-mount hooks The wall-mount hooks allow you to mount the router to a power...
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Insert your computer. Install an IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac WLAN adapter 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 a power outlet. 4. NOTES: • For details on your modem's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to the section Setting up the wireless security settings in Chapter 3 of this user manual. 13 3.
Insert your computer. Install an IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac WLAN adapter 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 a power outlet. 4. NOTES: • For details on your modem's AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to the section Setting up the wireless security settings in Chapter 3 of this user manual. 13 3.
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... the Web GUI Your ASUS Wireless Router comes with different firmware versions. To log into the web GUI: 1. You can now use the Web GUI to the Quick Internet Setup (QIS) page automatically. 14 NOTE: The features may vary with an intuitive web graphical user interface (GUI) that allows you will be directed to configure various settings of your web browser, manually key in the default user name (admin) and password (admin). 3. On the login page, key in the wireless router's default IP address...
... the Web GUI Your ASUS Wireless Router comes with different firmware versions. To log into the web GUI: 1. You can now use the Web GUI to the Quick Internet Setup (QIS) page automatically. 14 NOTE: The features may vary with an intuitive web graphical user interface (GUI) that allows you will be directed to configure various settings of your web browser, manually key in the default user name (admin) and password (admin). 3. On the login page, key in the wireless router's default IP address...
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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. Click Apply when done. 17 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.
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. Click Apply when done. 17 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.
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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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NOTE: To use this feature, you to share files and printer with clients in your network. Refer to the USB 2.0 port on the rear panel of your wireless router. Ensure that the USB storage device is formatted and partitioned properly. 3.1.3 Monitoring your USB device The ASUS RT-AC1200HP provides one USB 2.0 port 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 23
NOTE: To use this feature, you to share files and printer with clients in your network. Refer to the USB 2.0 port on the rear panel of your wireless router. Ensure that the USB storage device is formatted and partitioned properly. 3.1.3 Monitoring your USB device The ASUS RT-AC1200HP provides one USB 2.0 port 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 23
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... Internet Explorer address bar 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. NOTE: Some FTP clients may establish more than one connection. To configure Miscellaneous settings: 1. Setting this number too low will lead to login failures. • Device Name Assigns the name of the Network Neighborhood or FTP Server. Miscellaneous setting Miscellaneous setting allows you to configure other settings for a device...
... Internet Explorer address bar 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. NOTE: Some FTP clients may establish more than one connection. To configure Miscellaneous settings: 1. Setting this number too low will lead to login failures. • Device Name Assigns the name of the Network Neighborhood or FTP Server. Miscellaneous setting Miscellaneous setting allows you to configure other settings for a device...
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... to access the wireless network. 5. When this bandwidth if you would need to enter the SSID manually on the wireless device to maximize wireless N performance. This setting prevents 802.11g and 802.11b devices from detecting 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 wireless mode options...
... to access the wireless network. 5. When this bandwidth if you would need to enter the SSID manually on the wireless device to maximize wireless N performance. This setting prevents 802.11g and 802.11b devices from detecting 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 wireless mode options...
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...-Personal. b. b.Key in the Client PIN code on your wireless device. To set up WPS using the Client's PIN code, follow these steps: a. The router's LED indicators quickly flash three times until the WPS setup is normally identified by the WPS logo. The wireless router will switch to step 5. 4. If the wireless router does not find any available WPS devices. In the WPS Method field, select Push Button or Client PIN code. c. If you select Push Button, go to standby mode. 5. Press the WPS button on your wireless device's user manual or...
...-Personal. b. b.Key in the Client PIN code on your wireless device. To set up WPS using the Client's PIN code, follow these steps: a. The router's LED indicators quickly flash three times until the WPS setup is normally identified by the WPS logo. The wireless router will switch to step 5. 4. If the wireless router does not find any available WPS devices. In the WPS Method field, select Push Button or Client PIN code. c. If you select Push Button, go to standby mode. 5. Press the WPS button on your wireless device's user manual or...
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... ISP assigned a host name to your router. A DNS is used to provide Internet access to get the DNS IP address from your ISP. It is usually a special requirement from the ISP automatically. Unlike Port forwarding, which involves manually configuring port settings, UPnP automatically configures the router to accept incoming connections and direct requests to a specific PC on the local network. • Connect to DNS Server: Allows this router to network clients with your ISP and fill them in...
... ISP assigned a host name to your router. A DNS is used to provide Internet access to get the DNS IP address from your ISP. It is usually a special requirement from the ISP automatically. Unlike Port forwarding, which involves manually configuring port settings, UPnP automatically configures the router to accept incoming connections and direct requests to a specific PC on the local network. • Connect to DNS Server: Allows this router to network clients with your ISP and fill them in...
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... IRC server, a client PC makes an outgoing connection using an incoming port. • If Port Trigger is disabled, the router drops the connection because it is unable to receive inbound data from the Internet. • Protocol: Select the protocol, TCP, or UDP. NOTES: • When connecting to trigger a port in the network to use a particular service and a specific incoming port at the same time. When Port Trigger is enabled, the router assigns...
... IRC server, a client PC makes an outgoing connection using an incoming port. • If Port Trigger is disabled, the router drops the connection because it is unable to receive inbound data from the Internet. • Protocol: Select the protocol, TCP, or UDP. NOTES: • When connecting to trigger a port in the network to use a particular service and a specific incoming port at the same time. When Port Trigger is enabled, the router assigns...
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NOTE: Use a static IP address for the local client to make port forwarding work even without setting up and running. • You will need a client outside your server or application is more secure than port forwarding since the incoming ports are unsure, select BOTH. Unlike port forwarding, which requires a static LAN IP address, port triggering allows dynamic port forwarding using the router. If you should not be connected to the ASUS router. • On the Internet client, use the router's WAN IP to as "Internet client"). Differences between port trigger and port forwarding:...
NOTE: Use a static IP address for the local client to make port forwarding work even without setting up and running. • You will need a client outside your server or application is more secure than port forwarding since the incoming ports are unsure, select BOTH. Unlike port forwarding, which requires a static LAN IP address, port triggering allows dynamic port forwarding using the router. If you should not be connected to the ASUS router. • On the Internet client, use the router's WAN IP to as "Internet client"). Differences between port trigger and port forwarding:...
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... user name and password for accessing the VPN server. To set up a VPN connection, you would need the IP address or domain name of the VPN server you are trying to access. On the Enable PPTP Server field, select Yes. 3. 4.5 VPN Server VPN (Virtual Private Network) provides a secure communication to configure broadcast support, authentication, MPPE Encryption, and Client IP address range. 76 Click the button. 5. NOTE: For advanced VPN server settings, click the VPN Server tab to a remote computer or remote network using a public network such as the Internet. NOTE: Before setting...
... user name and password for accessing the VPN server. To set up a VPN connection, you would need the IP address or domain name of the VPN server you are trying to access. On the Enable PPTP Server field, select Yes. 3. 4.5 VPN Server VPN (Virtual Private Network) provides a secure communication to configure broadcast support, authentication, MPPE Encryption, and Client IP address range. 76 Click the button. 5. NOTE: For advanced VPN server settings, click the VPN Server tab to a remote computer or remote network using a public network such as the Internet. NOTE: Before setting...
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If your printer is not in the list, click Have Disk to finish setting up the standard TCP/IP port. 8. Click Next to manually install the printer drivers from the vendor-model list. Install the printer driver from a CD-ROM or file. 94 7.
If your printer is not in the list, click Have Disk to finish setting up the standard TCP/IP port. 8. Click Next to manually install the printer drivers from the vendor-model list. Install the printer driver from a CD-ROM or file. 94 7.
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..., 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 are not mentioned in this chapter, visit the ASUS support site at http://www.asus.com/Networks/Wireless_Routers/ RTAC1200HP/#download to download the latest firmware. 3. If you encounter problems that are having problems with your router, try these basic steps in this section...
..., 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 are not mentioned in this chapter, visit the ASUS support site at http://www.asus.com/Networks/Wireless_Routers/ RTAC1200HP/#download to download the latest firmware. 3. If you encounter problems that are having problems with your router, try these basic steps in this section...
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... click Delete. The default factory login name and password is wired, check the Ethernet cable connection and LED status as described in the previous section. • Ensure that you are using a web browser • If your web browser. 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...
... click Delete. The default factory login name and password is wired, check the Ethernet cable connection and LED status as described in the previous section. • Ensure that you are using a web browser • If your web browser. 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...
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... > Restore/Save/Upload Setting, and click Restore. The default login account and password are the factory default settings: User Name: admin Password: admin Enable DHCP: Yes (if WAN cable is plugged in) IP address: 192.168.1.1 Domain Name: (Blank) Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 DNS Server 1: 192.168.1.1 DNS Server 2: (Blank) SSID (2.4GHz): ASUS SSID (5GHz): ASUS_5G 106 • If there is still no Internet access, try to reboot your router to the default settings. If the WAN LED on the ADSL modem and the wireless router.
... > Restore/Save/Upload Setting, and click Restore. The default login account and password are the factory default settings: User Name: admin Password: admin Enable DHCP: Yes (if WAN cable is plugged in) IP address: 192.168.1.1 Domain Name: (Blank) Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 DNS Server 1: 192.168.1.1 DNS Server 2: (Blank) SSID (2.4GHz): ASUS SSID (5GHz): ASUS_5G 106 • If there is still no Internet access, try to reboot your router to the default settings. If the WAN LED on the ADSL modem and the wireless router.