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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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a capability to know your wireless router 1.1 Welcome! SMB server, UPnP AV server, and FTP server for an unmatched concurrent wireless HD streaming; Thank you would need future warranty services such as repair or replacement. and the ASUS Green Network Technology, which provides up to 70% power-saving solution. 1.2 Package contents RT-N66W 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...
a capability to know your wireless router 1.1 Welcome! SMB server, UPnP AV server, and FTP server for an unmatched concurrent wireless HD streaming; Thank you would need future warranty services such as repair or replacement. and the ASUS Green Network Technology, which provides up to 70% power-saving solution. 1.2 Package contents RT-N66W 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...
User Guide
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... adapter into these ports. Insert your router to establish WAN connection. Power button Press this button to its factory default settings. WPS button This button launches the WPS Wizard. NOTES: • Use only the adapter that came with max 2A current 0~40oC Storage 0~70oC 50~90% Storage 20~90% Using other adapters may damage the device. • Specifications: DC Power adapter Operating Temperature Operating Humidity DC Output: +19V with max 1.58A current; +12V with your iPad. LAN 1 ~ 4 ports Connect network cables...
... adapter into these ports. Insert your router to establish WAN connection. Power button Press this button to its factory default settings. WPS button This button launches the WPS Wizard. NOTES: • Use only the adapter that came with max 2A current 0~40oC Storage 0~70oC 50~90% Storage 20~90% Using other adapters may damage the device. • Specifications: DC Power adapter Operating Temperature Operating Humidity DC Output: +19V with max 1.58A current; +12V with your iPad. LAN 1 ~ 4 ports Connect network cables...
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... a backup battery, remove it from your network. • 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 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 via wired connection: 1. Wall Power Outlet RT-N66W Power Power Modem LAN WAN Computer To set up your cable modem...
... a backup battery, remove it from your network. • 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 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 via wired connection: 1. Wall Power Outlet RT-N66W Power Power Modem LAN WAN Computer To set up your cable modem...
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NOTES: • For details on your computer. 3. Insert your network, refer to a power outlet. 4. 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 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. 14
NOTES: • For details on your computer. 3. Insert your network, refer to a power outlet. 4. 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 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. 14
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Click Apply when done. 18 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. 18 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.
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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 USB 2.0 port on the rear panel of your network. NOTES: • To use this feature, you to the Plug-n-Share Disk Support List at http://event.asus.com/networks/disksupport • The USB ports support two USB drives or one printer and one USB drive at the same time. 24...
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 USB 2.0 port on the rear panel of your network. NOTES: • To use this feature, you to the Plug-n-Share Disk Support List at http://event.asus.com/networks/disksupport • The USB ports support two USB drives or one printer and one USB drive at the same time. 24...
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... > Servers Center > Miscellaneous setting tab. 2. For example, for a device with the name ABC, enter //ABC on the Internet Explorer address bar to configure other settings for the USB disk, including the maximum number of user logins, the device name, work group, and character set used on the network. NOTE: Some FTP clients may establish more than one connection. Miscellaneous setting Miscellaneous setting allows you to access the Network Place service. 41 Setting this number too low will lead to login failures...
... > Servers Center > Miscellaneous setting tab. 2. For example, for a device with the name ABC, enter //ABC on the Internet Explorer address bar to configure other settings for the USB disk, including the maximum number of user logins, the device name, work group, and character set used on the network. NOTE: Some FTP clients may establish more than one connection. Miscellaneous setting Miscellaneous setting allows you to access the Network Place service. 41 Setting this number too low will lead to login failures...
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... the wireless router. 6. In the Hide SSID field, select Yes to access the wireless network. 5. 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 the wireless throughput. 20MHz (default): Select this function is enabled...
... the wireless router. 6. In the Hide SSID field, select Yes to access the wireless network. 5. 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 the wireless throughput. 20MHz (default): Select this function is enabled...
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... for remote configuration and data transfer. A DNS is used to route incoming data packets. • Enable UPnP: UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows several devices (such as routers, televisions, stereo systems, game consoles, and cellular phone), to be controlled via an IP-based network with or without a central control through a gateway. • Enable NAT: NAT (Network Address Translation) is a system where one public IP (WAN IP) is a host on the local network. • Connect to DNS Server: Allows this router to get the DNS IP address...
... for remote configuration and data transfer. A DNS is used to route incoming data packets. • Enable UPnP: UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows several devices (such as routers, televisions, stereo systems, game consoles, and cellular phone), to be controlled via an IP-based network with or without a central control through a gateway. • Enable NAT: NAT (Network Address Translation) is a system where one public IP (WAN IP) is a host on the local network. • Connect to DNS Server: Allows this router to get the DNS IP address...
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... need a client outside your server or application is making an outgoing connection through the trigger port. 72 • Local IP: Key in the client's LAN IP address. Refer to section 4.2 LAN for a limited period of time. Unlike port forwarding, which requires a static LAN IP address, port triggering allows dynamic port forwarding using the router. They are configured to access the files or applications. Leave this field blank if you should not be able to accept incoming connections for information. • Local Port: Enter a specific port...
... need a client outside your server or application is making an outgoing connection through the trigger port. 72 • Local IP: Key in the client's LAN IP address. Refer to section 4.2 LAN for a limited period of time. Unlike port forwarding, which requires a static LAN IP address, port triggering allows dynamic port forwarding using the router. They are configured to access the files or applications. Leave this field blank if you should not be able to accept incoming connections for information. • Local Port: Enter a specific port...
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... Enable PPTP Server field, select Yes. 3. NOTE: For advanced VPN server settings, click the VPN Server tab to Advanced Settings > VPN Server. 2. On the Network Place (Samba) Support field, select Yes. 4. Click Apply. To set up a VPN connection, you would need the IP address or domain name of the VPN server you are trying to a remote computer or remote network using a public network such as the Internet. Enter the user name and password for accessing the VPN server. Click the button. 5. 4.5 VPN Server VPN (Virtual Private Network) provides a secure...
... Enable PPTP Server field, select Yes. 3. NOTE: For advanced VPN server settings, click the VPN Server tab to Advanced Settings > VPN Server. 2. On the Network Place (Samba) Support field, select Yes. 4. Click Apply. To set up a VPN connection, you would need the IP address or domain name of the VPN server you are trying to a remote computer or remote network using a public network such as the Internet. Enter the user name and password for accessing the VPN server. Click the button. 5. 4.5 VPN Server VPN (Virtual Private Network) provides a secure...
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Click Next. 6. 4. RT-N66W 90 Wait a few minutes for the initial setup to complete the installation. Click Finish to finish. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your hardware, then click Next. 5.
Click Next. 6. 4. RT-N66W 90 Wait a few minutes for the initial setup to complete the installation. Click Finish to finish. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your hardware, then click Next. 5.
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.... Go to upgrade the firmware. 100 From the Firmware Upgrade page, click Browse to the latest version. 1. If the latest firmware is available. 2. If you encounter problems that are having problems with your router, try these basic steps in this chapter, visit the ASUS support site at http://www.asus.com/Networks/Wireless_Routers/RT-N66W/ #download to download the latest firmware. 3. Launch the Web GUI. Upgrade Firmware to locate the firmware file. 4. 6 Troubleshooting This chapter...
.... Go to upgrade the firmware. 100 From the Firmware Upgrade page, click Browse to the latest version. 1. If the latest firmware is available. 2. If you encounter problems that are having problems with your router, try these basic steps in this chapter, visit the ASUS support site at http://www.asus.com/Networks/Wireless_Routers/RT-N66W/ #download to download the latest firmware. 3. Launch the Web GUI. Upgrade Firmware to locate the firmware file. 4. 6 Troubleshooting This chapter...
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... 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 you use CAT5e or CAT6 ethernet cables. 103 The default factory login name and password is disabled when you are using a web browser • If your computer is wired, check the Ethernet cable connection and LED status as described in your web browser. For Internet Explorer 8, follow these steps: 1. Launch Internet...
... 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 you use CAT5e or CAT6 ethernet cables. 103 The default factory login name and password is disabled when you are using a web browser • If your computer is wired, check the Ethernet cable connection and LED status as described in your web browser. For Internet Explorer 8, follow these steps: 1. Launch Internet...
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... 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 both "admin". The following 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. • If there 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...
... 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 both "admin". The following 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. • If there 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...
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A quick look 12 3 7 8 9 10 11 12 6 5 4 1) Power LED 2) LAN LED 3) WAN LED 4) 2.4GHz LED 5) 5GHz LED 6) USB 2.0 LED 7) Power (DC-In) port 8) Power switch 9) USB 2.0 ports 10) Reset button 11) Internet & LAN ports 12) WPS button E8665_RT-N66W_QSG.indd 3 9/17/13 12:43:40 PM Package contents RT-N66W Network cable Support CD (User Manual/utilities) Stand AC adapter Quick Start Guide Warranty card NOTE: If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
A quick look 12 3 7 8 9 10 11 12 6 5 4 1) Power LED 2) LAN LED 3) WAN LED 4) 2.4GHz LED 5) 5GHz LED 6) USB 2.0 LED 7) Power (DC-In) port 8) Power switch 9) USB 2.0 ports 10) Reset button 11) Internet & LAN ports 12) WPS button E8665_RT-N66W_QSG.indd 3 9/17/13 12:43:40 PM Package contents RT-N66W Network cable Support CD (User Manual/utilities) Stand AC adapter Quick Start Guide Warranty card NOTE: If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
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...: If QIS does not launch automatically, follow these steps to manually launch QIS: • O n your web browser, key in http://192.168.1.1 or default domain name: http://router.asus.com and run the Quick Internet Setup (QIS) Wizard again. • D isable the proxy settings, dial-up to continue. c: Assign the network name (SSID) and security key for the first time or when your ISP connection type is reset to its default settings.
...: If QIS does not launch automatically, follow these steps to manually launch QIS: • O n your web browser, key in http://192.168.1.1 or default domain name: http://router.asus.com and run the Quick Internet Setup (QIS) Wizard again. • D isable the proxy settings, dial-up to continue. c: Assign the network name (SSID) and security key for the first time or when your ISP connection type is reset to its default settings.
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... using another Ethernet cable. the Router is connected to the correct wireless router. • Check whether the wireless channel in use conforms to blink or stays OFF, contact your country/area. • Check the encryption settings. • Check if the ADSL or Cable connection is not possible - Cannot find the router: • Press the Reset button at the rear panel for more than five seconds. • Factory default settings: User name / Password: admin / admin IP address: 192.168.1.1 SSID: ASUS 14...
... using another Ethernet cable. the Router is connected to the correct wireless router. • Check whether the wireless channel in use conforms to blink or stays OFF, contact your country/area. • Check the encryption settings. • Check if the ADSL or Cable connection is not possible - Cannot find the router: • Press the Reset button at the rear panel for more than five seconds. • Factory default settings: User name / Password: admin / admin IP address: 192.168.1.1 SSID: ASUS 14...
