ASUSTeK Computer RTAC56UA Dual-band Wireless-AC1200 Gigabit Router User Manual 1

ASUSTeK Computer Inc Dual-band Wireless-AC1200 Gigabit Router Users Manual 1

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RT-AC56U Dual Band Wireless-AC1200 Gigabit Router User GuideThe ultra-thin and stylish RT-AC56U features a 2.4GHz and 5GHz dual bands for an unmatched concurrent wireless HD streaming; SMB server, UPnP AV server, and FTP server for 24/7 file sharing; a capability to handle 300,000 sessions; and the ASUS Green Network Technology, which provides up to 70% power-saving solution.
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3Table of contents1 Getting to know your wireless router1.1 Welcome! ........................................................................................61.2 Package contents .........................................................................61.3 Your wireless router .....................................................................71.4 Positioning your router ..............................................................9Mounting to the stand .....................................................................101.5 Setup Requirements ................................................................ 111.6 Router Setup ............................................................................... 121.6.1 Wired connection ..................................................................121.6.2 Wireless connection .............................................................132 Getting started2.1 Logging into the Web GUI ..................................................... 152.2 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Auto-detection ........... 162.3 Connecting to your wireless network ................................ 203 Conguring the General settings3.1 Using the Network Map ......................................................... 213.1.1 Setting up the wireless security settings ......................223.1.2 Managing your network clients .......................................233.1.3 Monitoring your USB device .............................................243.2 Creating a Guest Network ...................................................... 273.3 Using the Trac Manager ...................................................... 293.3.1 Managing QoS (Quality of Service) Bandwidth..........293.3.2 Monitoring Trac .................................................................323.4 Setting up Parental Control ................................................... 333.5 Using the USB Application ..................................................... 343.5.1 Using AiDisk ...............................................................................343.5.2 Using Servers Center ............................................................363.5.3 3G/4G ........................................................................................42
4Table of contents3.6 Using AiCloud ............................................................................. 443.6.1 Cloud Disk ................................................................................453.6.2 Smart Access ...........................................................................473.6.3 Smart Sync ...............................................................................484 Conguring the Advanced Settings4.1 Wireless ......................................................................................... 494.1.1 General ......................................................................................494.1.2 WPS ............................................................................................524.1.3 Bridge ........................................................................................544.1.4 Wireless MAC Filter ...............................................................564.1.5 RADIUS Setting ......................................................................574.1.6 Professional .............................................................................584.2 LAN ................................................................................................. 604.2.1 LAN IP ........................................................................................604.2.2 DHCP Server ............................................................................614.2.3 Route .........................................................................................634.2.4 IPTV ...............................................................................................644.3 WAN ............................................................................................... 654.3.1 Internet Connection .............................................................654.3.2 Port Trigger ..............................................................................684.3.3 Virtual Server/Port Forwarding ........................................704.3.4 DMZ............................................................................................734.3.5 DDNS .........................................................................................744.3.6 NAT Passthrough ...................................................................754.4 IPv6 ................................................................................................. 764.5 VPN Server ................................................................................... 774.6 Firewall .......................................................................................... 784.6.1 General ......................................................................................784.6.2 URL Filter ..................................................................................784.6.3 Keyword lter .........................................................................79
5Table of contents4.6.4 Network Services Filter .......................................................804.7 Administration ........................................................................... 824.7.1 Operation Mode ....................................................................824.7.2 System .......................................................................................834.7.3 Firmware Upgrade ................................................................844.7.4 Restore/Save/Upload Setting ...........................................844.8 System Log .................................................................................. 855 Utilities5.1 Device Discovery ....................................................................... 865.2 Firmware Restoration .............................................................. 875.3 Setting up your printer server .............................................. 885.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing .....................................................885.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer .................................................92 5.4 Download Master ...................................................................... 975.4.1 Conguring Bit Torrent download settings .................985.4.2 NZB settings ............................................................................996 Troubleshooting6.1 Basic Troubleshooting ...........................................................1006.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ................................103AppendicesNotices .....................................................................................................113ASUS Contact information ..................................................................127Networks Global Hotline Information.............................................128
61 Getting to know your wireless routerNOTES:• If any of the items are 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. RT-AC56U Wireless Router Network cable (RJ-45) Power adapter Quick Start Guide Support CD (Manual, utility software) Warranty card Stand1.1 Welcome!Thank you for purchasing an ASUS RT-AC56U Wireless Router!The ultra-thin and stylish RT-AC56U features a 2.4GHz and 5GHz dual bands for an unmatched concurrent wireless HD streaming; SMB server, UPnP AV server, and FTP server for 24/7 le sharing; a capability to handle 300,000 sessions; and the ASUS Green Network Technology, which provides up to 70% power-saving solution.1.2 Package contents
71.3 Your wireless routerUSB 3.0 / 2.0 LED Off: No power or no physical connection. On: Has physical connection to USB 3.0 / 2.0 devices. LAN LED Off: No power or no physical connection. On: Has physical connection to a local area network (LAN).WAN LED Off: No power or no physical connection. On: Has physical connection to a wide area network (WAN).2.4GHz LED / 5GHz LED Off: No 2.4GHz or 5GHz signal. On: Wireless system is ready. Flashing: Transmitting or receiving data via wireless connection.5123468710 1211913
8NOTES: • Use only the adapter that came with your package. Using other adapters may damage the device.• Specications: DC Power adapter DC Output: +19V with max 1.58A current;Operating Temperature 0~40oCStorage 0~70oCOperating Humidity 50~90% Storage 20~90% Power LED Off: No power. On: Device is ready. Flashing slow: Rescue mode Flashing quick: WPS is processing.WPS buttonThis button launches the WPS Wizard. WI-FI On/Off buttonPress this button to turn on /off the Wi-Fi connectionLAN 1 ~ 4 portsConnect network cables into these ports to establish LAN connection.WAN (Internet) portConnect a network cable into this port to establish WAN connection. USB 3.0 / 2.0 portsInsert USB 3.0 / 2.0 devices such as USB hard disks or USB flash drives into these ports.Insert your iPad’s USB cable into one of these ports to charge your iPad. Reset buttonThis button resets or restores the system to its factory default settings.Power (DC-IN) portInsert the bundled AC adapter into this port and connect your router to a power source.Power buttonPress this button to power on or off the stystem.On Off
91.4 Positioning your routerFor 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 from metal obstructions and away from direct sunlight.• Keep the device away from 802.11g or 20MHz only Wi-Fi devices, 2.4GHz computer peripherals, Bluetooth devices, cordless phones, transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators, and other industrial equipment to prevent signal interference or loss.• Always update 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 the drawing below.• For optimum performance, please switch on the cooling system.
101.5 Setup RequirementsTo set up your wireless network, you need a computer that meets the following system requirements:• Ethernet RJ-45 (LAN) port (10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000BaseTX)• IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac wireless capability• An installed TCP/IP service• Web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google ChromeNOTES: • If your computer does not have built-in wireless capabilities, you may install an IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac WLAN adapter to your computer to connect to the network.• With its dual band technology, your wireless router supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless signals simultaneously. This allows you to do Internet-related activities such as Internet surfing or reading/writing e-mail messages using the 2.4GHz band while simultaneously streaming high-definition audio/video files such as movies or music using the 5GHz band.• If you are using only one computer with single band IEEE 802.11b/g/n WLAN adapter, you will only be able to use the 2.4GHz band.• If you are using only one computer with dual band IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac WLAN adapter, you will be able to use the 2.4GHz or 5GHz band.• If you are using two computers with both IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac WLAN adapters, you will be able to use both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands simultaneously.• The Ethernet RJ-45 cables that will be used to connect the network devices should not exceed 100 meters.
111.6 Router SetupIMPORTANT!• Use a wired connection when setting up your wireless router to avoid possible setup problems.• Before setting up your ASUS wireless router, do the following: • If you are replacing an existing router, disconnect it from your network. • Disconnect the cables/wires from your existing modem setup. If your modem has a backup battery, remove it as well. • Reboot your cable modem and computer (recommended).1.6.1 Wired connectionNOTE: You can use either a straight-through cable or a crossover cable for wired connection.To set up your wireless router via wired connection:1. Insert your wireless router’s AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet.ComputerWall Power OutletModemRT-AC56UWANPowerLAN
122. Using the bundled network cable, connect your computer to your wireless router’s LAN port.IMPORTANT! Ensure that the LAN LED is blinking.3 Using another network cable, connect your modem to your wireless router’s WAN port.4. Insert your modem’s AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet.1.6.2 Wireless connectionTo set up your wireless router via wireless connection:1. Insert your wireless router’s AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet.2 Using the bundled network cable, connect your modem to your wireless router’s WAN port.ModemRT-AC56U123
133. Insert your modem’s AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet.4. Install an IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac WLAN adapter on your computer.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 section Setting up the wireless security settings in Chapter 3 of this user manual.
142 Getting started2.1 Logging into the Web GUIYour ASUS Wireless Router comes with an intuitive web graphical user interface (GUI) that allows you to easily congure its various features through a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome.NOTE: The features may vary with dierent rmware versions.To log into the web GUI:1. On your web browser, manually key in the wireless router’s default IP address: 192.168.1.1 or default domain name: http://router.asus.com.2. On the login page, key in the default user name (admin) and password (admin).3. You can now use the Web GUI to congure various settings of your ASUS Wireless Router.NOTE: If you are logging into the Web GUI for the rst time, you will be directed to the Quick Internet Setup (QIS) page automatically.Navigation panel QIS Top command buttonsInformation bannermiddle columnright column
152.2 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Auto-detectionThe Quick Internet Setup (QIS) function guides you in quickly setting up your Internet connection.NOTE: When setting the Internet connection for the rst time, press the Reset button on your wireless router to reset it to its factory default settings.To use QIS with auto-detection:1. Log into the Web GUI. The QIS page launches automatically.NOTES:• By default, the login username and password for your wireless router's Web GUI is admin. For details on changing your wireless router's login username and password, refer to section 4.7.2 System.• The wireless router's login username and password is dierent from the 2.4GHz/5GHz network name (SSID) and security key. The wireless router's login username and password allows you to log into your wireless router's Web GUI to congure your wireless router's settings. The 2.4GHz/5GHz network name (SSID) and security key allows Wi-Fi devices to log in and connect to your 2.4GHz/5GHz network.
162. The wireless router automatically detects if your ISP connection type is Dynamic IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, and Static IP. Key in the necessary information for your ISP connection type.IMPORTANT! Obtain the necessary information from your ISP about the Internet connection type. for Automatic IP (DHCP) for PPPoE, PPTP, and L2TP
17 for Static IPNOTES:• The auto-detection of your ISP connection type takes place when you congure the wireless router for the rst 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 congure your connection settings.3. Assign the wireless network name (SSID) and security key for your 2.4GHz and 5 GHz wireless connection. Click Apply when done.
184. Your Internet and wireless settings are displayed. Click Next to continue.5. Read the wireless network connection tutorial. When done, click Finish.
192.3 Connecting to your wireless networkAfter setting up your wireless router via QIS, you can connect your computer or other smart devices to your wireless network.To connect to your network:1. On your computer, click the network icon in the notication area to display the available wireless networks.2. Select the wireless network that you want to connect to, then click Connect.3. You may need to key in the network security key for a secured wireless network, then click OK.4. Wait while your computer establishes connection to the wireless network successfully. The connection status is displayed and the network icon displays the connected status.NOTES: • Refer to the next chapters for more details on conguring your wireless network's settings.• Refer to your device's user manual for more details on connecting it to your wireless network.
203 Conguring the General settings3.1 Using the Network Map Network Map allows you to congure your network’s security settings, manage your network clients, and monitor your USB device.
213.1.1 Setting up the wireless security settingsTo protect your wireless network from unauthorized access, you need to configure its security settings.To set up the wireless security settings:1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network Map.2. On the Network Map screen and under System status, you can configure the wireless security settings such as SSID, security level, and encryption settings.NOTE: You can set up dierent wireless security settings for 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands. 2.4GHz security settings 5GHz security settings3. On the Wireless name (SSID) field, key in a unique name for your wireless network.
224. From the Security Level dropdown list, select the encryption method for your wireless network.IMPORTANT! The IEEE 802.11n/ac standard prohibits using High Throughput with WEP or WPA-TKIP as the unicast cipher. If you use these encryption methods, your data rate will drop to IEEE 802.11g 54Mbps connection.5. Key in your security passkey.6. Click Apply when done.3.1.2 Managing your network clientsTo manage your network clients:1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network Map tab.2. On the Network Map screen, select the Client Status icon to display your network client’s information.3. To block a client’s access to your network, select the client and click block.
233.1.3 Monitoring your USB deviceThe ASUS Wireless Router provides two USB 2.0 ports for connecting USB devices or USB printer to allow you to share files and printer with clients in your network.NOTES: • To use this feature, you need to plug a USB storage device, such as a USB hard disk or USB ash drive, 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. Refer 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.
24IMPORTANT! You rst need to create a share account and its permission /access rights to allow other network clients to access the USB device via an FTP site/third-party FTP client utility, Servers Center, Samba, or AiCloud. For more details, refer to the section 3.5.Using the USB Application and 3.6 Using AiCloud in this user manual.To monitor your USB device:1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network Map.2. On the Network Map screen, select the USB Disk Status icon to display your USB device’s information.3. On the AiDisk Wizard field, click GO to set up an FTP server for Internet file sharing.NOTES:• For more details, refer to the section 3.5.2 Using Servers Center in this user manual.• The wireless router works with most USB HDDs/Flash disks (up to 2TB size) and supports read-write access for FAT16, FAT32, EXT2, EXT3, and NTFS.
25Safely removing the USB diskIMPORTANT: Incorrect removal of the USB disk may cause data corruption.To safely remove the USB disk:1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network Map.2. In the upper right corner, click > Eject USB disk. When the USB disk is ejected successfully, the USB status shows Unmounted.
263.2 Creating a Guest NetworkThe Guest Network provides temporary visitors with Internet connectivity via access to separate SSIDs or networks without providing access to your private network.NOTE: RT-AC56U supports up to six SSIDs (three 2.4GHz and three 5GHz SSIDs).To create a guest network:1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Guest Network.2. On the Guest Network screen, select 2.4Ghz or 5Ghz frequency band for the guest network that you want to create. 3. Click Enable.
274. To congure additional options, click Modify.5. Click Yes on the Enable Guest Network screen. 6. Assign a wireless name for your temporary network on the Network Name (SSID) eld.7. Select an Authentication Method.8. Select an Encryption method.9. Specify the Access time or choose Limitless.10. Select Disable or Enable on the Access Intranet item.11. When done, click Apply.
283.3 Using the Trac Manager3.3.1 Managing QoS (Quality of Service) BandwidthQuality of Service (QoS) allows you to set the bandwidth priority and manage network trac.To set up bandwidth priority:1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Trac Manager > QoS tab.2. Click ON to enable QoS. Fill in the upload and download bandwidth elds.NOTE: Get the bandwidth information from your ISP.3. Click Save.NOTE: The User Specify Rule List is for advanced settings. If you want to prioritize specic network applications and network services, select User-dened QoS rules or User-dened Priority from the drop-down list on the upper-right corner.
294. On the user-dened QoS rules page, there are four default online service types – web surf, HTTPS and le transfers. Select your preferred service, ll in the Source IP or MAC, Destination Port, Protocol, Transferred and Priority, then click Apply. The information will be congured in the QoS rules screen.NOTES• To ll in the source IP or MAC, you can: a) Enter a specic IP address, such as "192.168.122.1". b) Enter IP addresses within one subnet or within the same IP pool, such as “192.168.123.*”, or “192.168.*.*” c) Enter all IP addresses as “*.*.*.*” or leave the eld blank. d) The format for the MAC address is six groups of two hexadecimal digits, separated by colons (:), in transmission order (e.g. 12:34:56:aa:bc:ef)• For source or destination port range, you can either: a) Enter a specic port, such as “95”. b) Enter ports within a range, such as “103:315”, “>100”, or “<65535”.• The Transferred column contains information about the upstream and downstream trac (outgoing and incoming network trac) for one section. In this column, you can set the network trac limit (in KB) for a specic service to generate specic priorities for the service assigned to a specic port. For example, if two network clients, PC 1 and PC 2, are both accessing the Internet (set at port 80), but PC 1 exceeds the network trac limit due to some downloading tasks, PC 1 will have a lower priority. If you do not want to set the trac limit, leave it blank.
305. On the User-dened Priority page, you can prioritize the network applications or devices into ve levels from the user-dened QoS rules’ dropdown list. Based on priority level, you can use the following methods to send data packets:• Change the order of upstream network packets that are sent to the Internet.• Under Upload Bandwidth table, set Minimum Reserved Bandwidth and Maximum Bandwidth Limit for multiple network applications with dierent priority levels. The percentages indicate the upload bandwidth rates that are available for specied network applications. NOTES:• Low-priority packets are disregarded to ensure the transmission of high-priority packets. • Under Download Bandwidth table, set Maximum Bandwidth Limit for multiple network applications in corresponding order. The higher priority upstream packet will cause the higher priority downstream packet.• If there are no packets being sent from high-priority applications, the full transmission rate of the Internet connection is available for low-priority packets.6. Set the highest priority packet. To ensure a smooth online gaming experience, you can set ACK, SYN, and ICMP as the highest priority packet. NOTE: Ensure to enable QoS rst and set up the upload and download rate limits.

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