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

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User Guide
RT-AC56U
Dual Band Wireless-AC1200 Gigabit 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 file sharing; a capability to handle 300,000 sessions;
and the ASUS Green Network Technology, which provides up to 70% powersaving solution.
E8556
Second Edition
August 2013
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Table of contents
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
Getting to know your wireless router
Welcome!.........................................................................................6
Package contents..........................................................................6
Your wireless router......................................................................7
Positioning your router...............................................................9
Mounting to the stand......................................................................10
1.5
1.6
Setup Requirements................................................................. 11
Router Setup................................................................................ 12
1.6.1 Wired connection...................................................................12
1.6.2 Wireless connection..............................................................13
Getting started
Configuring the General settings
2.1
2.2
2.3
3.1
Logging into the Web GUI...................................................... 15
Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Auto-detection............ 16
Connecting to your wireless network................................. 20
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
3.3
Creating a Guest Network....................................................... 27
Using the Traffic Manager....................................................... 29
3.3.1 Managing QoS (Quality of Service) Bandwidth..........29
3.3.2 Monitoring Traffic .................................................................32
3.4
3.5
Setting up Parental Control.................................................... 33
Using the USB Application...................................................... 34
3.5.1 Using AiDisk................................................................................34
3.5.2 Using Servers Center.............................................................36
3.5.3 3G/4G.........................................................................................42
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3.6
Using AiCloud.............................................................................. 44
3.6.1 Cloud Disk.................................................................................45
3.6.2 Smart Access............................................................................47
3.6.3 Smart Sync................................................................................48
4.1
Configuring the Advanced Settings
Wireless.......................................................................................... 49
4.1.1
4.1.2
4.1.3
4.1.4
4.1.5
4.1.6
4.2
General.......................................................................................49
WPS.............................................................................................52
Bridge.........................................................................................54
Wireless MAC Filter................................................................56
RADIUS Setting.......................................................................57
Professional..............................................................................58
LAN.................................................................................................. 60
4.2.1 LAN IP.........................................................................................60
4.2.2 DHCP Server.............................................................................61
4.2.3 Route..........................................................................................63
4.2.4 IPTV................................................................................................64
4.3
WAN................................................................................................ 65
4.3.1
4.3.2
4.3.3
4.3.4
4.3.5
4.3.6
4.4
4.5
4.6
Internet Connection..............................................................65
Port Trigger...............................................................................68
Virtual Server/Port Forwarding.........................................70
DMZ............................................................................................73
DDNS..........................................................................................74
NAT Passthrough....................................................................75
IPv6.................................................................................................. 76
VPN Server.................................................................................... 77
Firewall........................................................................................... 78
4.6.1 General.......................................................................................78
4.6.2 URL Filter...................................................................................78
4.6.3 Keyword filter..........................................................................79
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4.6.4 Network Services Filter........................................................80
4.7
Administration............................................................................ 82
4.7.1
4.7.2
4.7.3
4.7.4
4.8
5.1
5.2
5.3
Operation Mode.....................................................................82
System........................................................................................83
Firmware Upgrade.................................................................84
Restore/Save/Upload Setting............................................84
System Log................................................................................... 85
Utilities
Device Discovery........................................................................ 86
Firmware Restoration............................................................... 87
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
6.1
6.2
Troubleshooting
Basic Troubleshooting............................................................100
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) .................................103
Appendices
Notices		 .....................................................................................................113
ASUS Contact information...................................................................127
Networks Global Hotline Information.............................................128
1
Getting to know your wireless
router
1.1 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 file 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
RT-AC56U 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 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.
1.3 Your wireless router
10 11
12 13
USB 3.0 / 2.0 LED
 ff: No power or no physical connection.
 n: Has physical connection to USB 3.0 / 2.0 devices.
LAN LED
 ff: No power or no physical connection.
 n: Has physical connection to a local area network (LAN).
WAN LED
 ff: No power or no physical connection.
 n: 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.
F lashing: Transmitting or receiving data via wireless connection.
Power LED
Off: No power.
On: Device is ready.
Flashing slow: Rescue mode
F lashing quick: WPS is processing.
WPS button
This button launches the WPS Wizard.
WI-FI On/Off button
Press this button to turn on /off the Wi-Fi connection
LAN 1 ~ 4 ports
Connect network cables into these ports to establish LAN connection.
WAN (Internet) port
Connect a network cable into this port to establish WAN connection.
USB 3.0 / 2.0 ports
Insert 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 button
This button resets or restores the system to its factory default settings.
Power (DC-IN) port
Insert the bundled AC adapter into this port and connect your router to a power source.
Power button
Press this button to power on or off the stystem.
On Off
NOTES:
•
Use only the adapter that came with your package. Using other
adapters may damage the device.
•
Specifications:
DC Power adapter
DC Output: +
 19V with max 1.58A current;
Operating
Temperature
0~40oC
Storage
0~70oC
Operating Humidity
50~90%
Storage
20~90%
1.4 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 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.
1.5 Setup Requirements
To 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 Chrome
NOTES:
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•
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.
1.6 Router Setup
IMPORTANT!
•
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 connection
NOTE: You can use either a straight-through cable or a crossover cable
for wired connection.
Wall Power Outlet
RT-AC56U
Modem
WAN
Power
LAN
Computer
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.
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2. 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 connection
RT-AC56U
Modem
To 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.
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3. 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.
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2
Getting started
2.1 Logging into the Web GUI
Your ASUS Wireless Router comes with an intuitive web graphical
user interface (GUI) that allows you to easily configure its various
features through a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox,
Safari, or Google Chrome.
NOTE: The features may vary with different firmware 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 configure various settings of
your ASUS Wireless Router.
Top command buttons
Information
banner
QIS
Navigation
panel
right column
middle
column
NOTE: If you are logging into the Web GUI for the first time, you will be
directed to the Quick Internet Setup (QIS) page automatically.
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2.2 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Autodetection
The Quick Internet Setup (QIS) function guides you in quickly
setting up your Internet connection.
NOTE: When setting the Internet connection for the first 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 different 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 configure 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.
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2. 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
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for Static IP
NOTES:
•
The auto-detection of your ISP connection type takes place when
you configure the wireless router 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 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.
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4. Your Internet and wireless settings are displayed. Click Next to
continue.
5. Read the wireless network connection tutorial. When done,
click Finish.
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2.3 Connecting to your wireless network
After 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 notification
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 configuring your
wireless network's settings.
•
Refer to your device's user manual for more details on connecting it
to your wireless network.
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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.
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3.1.1 Setting up the wireless security settings
To 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 different wireless security settings for 2.4GHz and
5GHz bands.
2.4GHz security settings		
5GHz security settings
3. On the Wireless name (SSID) field, key in a unique name for
your wireless network.
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4. 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 clients
To 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.
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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 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 flash 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.
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IMPORTANT! You first 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:
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•
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.
Safely removing the USB disk
IMPORTANT: 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.
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3.2 Creating a Guest Network
The 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.
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4. To configure 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) field.
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.
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3.3 Using the Traffic Manager
3.3.1 Managing QoS (Quality of Service) Bandwidth
Quality of Service (QoS) allows you to set the bandwidth priority
and manage network traffic.
To set up bandwidth priority:
1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Traffic Manager >
QoS tab.
2. Click ON to enable QoS. Fill in the upload and download
bandwidth fields.
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 specific network applications and network services, select
User-defined QoS rules or User-defined Priority from the drop-down
list on the upper-right corner.
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4. On the user-defined QoS rules page, there are four default
online service types – web surf, HTTPS and file transfers.
Select your preferred service, fill in the Source IP or MAC,
Destination Port, Protocol, Transferred and Priority, then
click Apply. The information will be configured in the QoS rules
screen.
NOTES
•
To fill in the source IP or MAC, you can:
a)
Enter a specific 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 field 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 specific 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 traffic (outgoing and incoming network traffic) for
one section. In this column, you can set the network traffic limit (in
KB) for a specific service to generate specific priorities for the service
assigned to a specific 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 traffic limit due to some downloading tasks, PC
1 will have a lower priority. If you do not want to set the traffic limit,
leave it blank.
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5. On the User-defined Priority page, you can prioritize the
network applications or devices into five levels from the userdefined 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 different priority levels. The
percentages indicate the upload bandwidth rates that are
available for specified 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 lowpriority 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 first and set up the upload and download
rate limits.
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