ASUSTeK Computer RTN15U GIGABIT WIRELESS N-ROUTER User Manual

ASUSTeK Computer Inc GIGABIT WIRELESS N-ROUTER Users Manual

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User ManualRT-N15U Gigabit Wireless-N Router
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3Table of contentsAbout this guide .................................................................................... 4Chapter 1: Knowing your wireless routerPackage contents .................................................................................. 7System requirements ............................................................................ 7Before you proceed ............................................................................... 7Hardware features ................................................................................. 8Front panel ........................................................................................ 8Rear panel ......................................................................................... 9Back panel ...................................................................................... 10Mounting options ..................................................................................11Chapter 2: Getting startedSetting up the wireless router ............................................................ 13Using the Quick Internet Setup (QIS) ................................................. 13Using QIS with auto-detection ......................................................... 13Using QIS without auto-detection .................................................... 15Chapter 3: Conguring the network clientsAccessing the wireless router ............................................................ 17Setting an IP address for wired or wireless clients .......................... 17Chapter 4: Conguring via the web GUIConguring via the web GUI ............................................................... 21Using the Network Map ....................................................................... 22Creating multiple SSID proles ....................................................... 23Managing bandwidth with EzQoS ...................................................... 24Setting up the operation mode ........................................................... 25Setting up the wireless router in Router mode ................................ 25Setting up the wireless router in Repeater mode ............................ 26Setting up the wireless router in AP mode ...................................... 27Upgrading the rmware ...................................................................... 28Restoring/Saving/Uploading settings ................................................ 29
4Table of contentsAbout this guideThis user guide contains information that you need to install and congure the ASUS Wireless Router.How this guide is organizedThis guide contains the following parts:• Chapter 1: Knowing your wireless router This chapter provides information on the package contents, system requirements, hardware features, and LED indicators of the ASUS Wireless Router.• Chapter 2: Getting started This chapter provides instructions on setting up the Router and Access Point modes of the ASUS Wireless Router.• Chapter 3: Conguring the network clients This chapter provides instructions on setting up the clients in your network to work with your ASUS Wireless Router.Chapter 5: Installing the utilitieInstalling the utilitiesInstalling the utilities ........................................................................... 31Device Discovery ................................................................................. 33Firmware Restoration .......................................................................... 34WPS Wizard .......................................................................................... 35Using WPS Wizard .......................................................................... 35Setting up your network printer ......................................................... 41Chapter 6: TroubleshootingTroubleshooting ................................................................................... 45ASUS DDNS Service ............................................................................ 48Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ............................................... 48AppendicesNotices .................................................................................................. 51ASUS Contact Information .................................................................. 59
5• Chapter 4: Conguring via the web GUI This chapter provides instructions on conguring the ASUS Wireless Router using its web graphics user interface (web GUI).• Chapter 5: Installing the utilities This chapter provides information on the utilities that are available from the support CD.• Chapter 6: Troubleshooting This chapter provides you with a troubleshooting guide for solving common problems you may encounter when using the ASUS Wireless Router.• Appendices This chapter provides you with the regulatory Notices and Safety Statements.Conventions used in this guide WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task. NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a task.
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7Chapter 1: Knowing your wireless router RT-N15UPackage contentsCheck the following items in your ASUS Wireless Router package. RT-N15U Wireless Router x1 Power adapter x1 Support CD (manual, utilities) x1 RJ45 cable x1 Quick Start Guide x1Note: If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.System requirementsBefore installing the ASUS Wireless Router, ensure that your system/network meets the following requirements:• An Ethernet RJ-45 port (10Base-T/100Base-TX)• At least one IEEE 802.11b/g/n device with wireless capability• An installed TCP/IP and Internet browserBefore you proceedTake note of the following guidelines before installing the ASUS Wireless Router:• The length of the Ethernet cable that connects the device to the network (hub, ADSL/cable modem, router, wall patch) must not exceed 100 meters.• Place the device on a at and stable surface as far from the ground as possible.• Keep the device clear from metal obstructions and away from direct sunlight.• Keep the device away from transformers, heavy-duty motors, uorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators, and other industrial equipment to prevent signal loss.• Install the device in a central area to provide ideal coverage for all wireless mobile devices.1Knowing your wireless router
8RT-N15U Chapter 1: Knowing your wireless routerStatus indicatorsItem LED Status Indication1PowerOff No powerOn System readyFlashing Rescue mode2WLANOff No powerOn Wireless system readyFlashing Transmitting or receiving data (wireless)3WAN (Wide Area Network)Off No power or no physical connectionOn Has physical connection to an Ethernet networkFlashing Transmitting or receiving data (through Ethernet cable) 4LAN (Local Area Network)Off No power or no physical connectionOn Has physical connection to an Ethernet networkFlashing Transmitting or receiving data (through Ethernet cable)5USB Off No power or no physical connectionOn External USB device is installed.• Install the device at least 20cm from a person to insure that the product is operated in accordance with the RF Guidelines for Human Exposure adopted by the Federal Communications Commission.Hardware featuresFront panel15432
9Chapter 1: Knowing your wireless router RT-N15URear panelItem Description1Power switchPress this button to turn the power on/off.2Power (DC-In) portInsert the AC adapter into this port to connect your router to a power source.3WAN portConnect an RJ-45 Ethernet cable to this port to establish WAN connection. 4LAN 1 ~ 4 portsConnect RJ-45 Ethernet cables to these ports to establish LAN connection. 5WPS buttonPress this button to establish wireless connection.6USB 2.0 portInsert a USB device into this port.WPS634215
10 RT-N15U Chapter 1: Knowing your wireless routerBack panel12Item Description1Mounting hooksUse the mounting hooks to mount your router on concrete or wooden surfaces using two round head screws.2Air ventsThese vents provide ventilation to your router.3Reset ButtonPress this button for more than ve seconds to reset the system to its factory default settings.4StandAllows you to place the wireless router to an upright position.Note: For details on mounting your router on a wall or ceiling, refer to the section Mounting options on the next page of this user manual.34
11Chapter 1: Knowing your wireless router RT-N15UMounting optionsMounting to the standTo mount the wireless router into its stand:1. Locate the mounting holes at the bottom of the wireless router.2. Align and insert the stand’s mounting hooks to the wireless router’s mounting holes.Dismount from the stand1. Hold the wireless router with one hand on the upside and the other hand under the stand, ensuring that the I/O ports facing you.2. Follow the direction of the arrow shown below to apply force and remove the stand.NOTE: It's normal if you hear squeaking while dismounting the RT-N15U from the stand.WPS
12 RT-N15U Chapter 1: Knowing your wireless routerMounting on the wallTo mount the wireless router on the wall:1. Locate the two holes on the stand and secure the stand to the wall with screws.2. Locate the mounting holes at the back of the wireless router.3. Align and insert the stand’s mounting hooks to the wireless router’s mounting holes.Dismount from the wall1. Hold the edge of the front cover (near the I/O ports).2. Follow the direction of the arrow shown below to apply force and dismount the RT-N15U.or
13Chapter 2: Setting up the hardware RT-N15U2Getting startedSetting up the wireless routerThe ASUS Wireless Router includes a web graphics user interface (web GUI) that allows you to congure the wireless router using your web browser on your computer.Note: For details on conguring your wireless router using the web GUI, refer to Chapter 4: Conguring via the web GUI.Using the Quick Internet Setup (QIS)Using QIS with auto-detectionThe Quick Internet Setup (QIS) function guides you in quickly setting up your Internet connection.To use QIS with auto-detection:1. Launch a web browser. 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 about your Internet connection type from your ISP.
14 RT-N15U Chapter 2: Setting up the hardware3. Internet connection setup is done. Notes:• If QIS does not detect your Internet connection type, click Skip to manual setting and manually congure your connection settings.• If QIS does not automatically launch, key in http://192.168.1.1 in your web browser, and manually launch QIS. For more details, refer to the next section Using QIS without auto-detection.2. Assign the network name and network key for a secure wireless network. Click Finish when done.
15Chapter 2: Setting up the hardware RT-N15UUsing QIS without auto-detectionTo use QIS without auto-detection:1. In your web browser, key in http://192.168.1.12. Under Internet status, click GO in the Quick Internet Setup eld. Select your next preferred task from any of these options: 1. Going to Internet: Click to start surng the Internet or do Internet-related activities such as chat, or read/write e-mail messages. 2. Advanced Setting page: Click to go to the wireless router’s Advanced Setting page and congure more advanced wireless settings. 3. Add to Favorites: Click to add the router’s web interface to your Favorites.3. Select your connection type from these types of ISP services: Dynamic IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, and Static IP. Key in the necessary information for your ISP connection type.4. Click Apply all settings to save the settings.Important: Obtain the necessary information about your Internet connection type from your ISP.Note: If you choose options 2 and 3, you will need to log into the web GUI. For more details, refer to the section Conguring via the web GUI in this user manual.
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17Chapter 3: Conguring the clients RT-N15UAccessing the wireless routerSetting an IP address for wired or wireless clientsTo access the ASUS Wireless Router, you must have the correct TCP/IP settings on your wired or wireless clients. Ensure that the clients’ IP addresses are within the same subnet as the ASUS Wireless Router.By default, the ASUS Wireless Router integrates the DHCP server function, which automatically assigns IP addresses to the clients in your network.But in some instances, you may want to manually assign static IP addresses on some of the clients or computers in your network rather than automatically getting IP addresses from your wireless router.Follow the instructions below that correspond to the operating system installed on your client or computer.Note: In the Router mode, if you want to manually assign an IP address to your client, we recommend that you use the following settings: • IP address: 192.168.1.xxx (xxx can be any number between 2 and 254. Ensure that the IP address is not used by another device) • Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 (same as the ASUS Wireless Router) • Gateway: 192.168.1.1 (IP address of the ASUS Wireless Router) • DNS: 192.168.1.1 (ASUS Wireless Router) or assign a known DNS server in your network3Conguring the network clients
18 RT-N15U Chapter 3: Conguring the clientsWindows® 20001. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Dial-up Connection. Right-click Local Area Connection then click Properties.2. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), then click Properties.3. Select Obtain an IP address automatically if you want the IP settings to be assigned automatically. Otherwise, select Use the following IP address: and key in IP address, Subnet mask, and Default gateway.4. Select Obtain DNS server address automatically if you want the DNS server settings to be assigned automatically. Otherwise, select Use the following DNS server addresses: and key in the Preferred and Alternate DNS server.5. Click OK when done.
19Chapter 3: Conguring the clients RT-N15UWindows® XP1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network Connection. Right-click Local Area Connection then select Properties.2. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), then click Properties.3. Select Obtain an IP address automatically if you want the IP settings to be assigned automatically. Otherwise, select Use the following IP address: and key in IP address, Subnet mask, and Default gateway.4. Select Obtain DNS server address automatically if you want the DNS server settings to be assigned automatically. Otherwise, select Use the following DNS server addresses: and key in the Preferred and Alternate DNS server.5. Click OK when done.
20 RT-N15U Chapter 3: Conguring the clientsWindows® Vista/71. Go to Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Click View status > Properties > Continue.2. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), then click Properties.3. Select Obtain an IP address automatically if you want the IP settings to be assigned automatically. Otherwise, select Use the following IP address: and key in IP address and Subnet mask.4. Select Obtain DNS server address automatically if you want the DNS server settings to be assigned automatically. Otherwise, select Use the following DNS server addresses: and key in the Preferred and Alternate DNS server.5. Click OK when done.
21Chapter 4: Conguring via the web GUI RT-N15U4Conguring via the web GUINote:• In the Router mode, the router’s IP address is 192.168.1.1.• In the AP mode, use Device Discovery included in the support CD to nd the router’s IP address.Conguring via the web GUIThe router’s web graphics user interface (web GUI) allows you to congure these features: Network Map and EZQoS Bandwidth Management.To access the web GUI:1. Launch a web browser, then key in the router’s IP address. The login page of the router’s web GUI appears.2. On the login page, key in the default user name (admin) and password (admin).3. From the main page, click the navigation menu or links to congure the various features of the ASUS Wireless Router.
22 RT-N15U Chapter 4: Conguring via the web GUIUsing the Network MapNetwork Map allows you to view the status and congure the connection settings of the Internet, system, and clients in your network. It enables you to quickly set up your Wide Area Network (WAN) using the Quick Internet Setup (QIS) feature, or to quickly set up your Local Area Network (LAN) using the WPS Wizard.Note: For more details on the WPS Wizard, refer to the section WPS Wizard in Chapter 5 of this user manual.To view the status or congure the settings, click any of these icons displayed on the main page:Icon DescriptionInternet statusClick this icon to display information on the Internet connection status, WAN IP address, DNS, connection type, and gateway address. From the Internet status screen, use the Quick Internet Setup (QIS) feature to quickly set up your WAN.System statusClick this icon to display information on the SSID, authentication and encryption methods, LAN IP, MAC address, or turn the wireless radio on/off. Enable the WPS mode from the System status screen.Client statusClick this icon to display information about the clients or computers in the network, and allows you to block/unblock a client.
23Chapter 4: Conguring via the web GUI RT-N15UCreating multiple SSID prolesThe wireless router allows you to create multiple SSID proles that meet various working scenarios.To create an SSID prole:1. Click Add in the SSID eld.2. Congure the prole settings, then click Add.
24 RT-N15U Chapter 4: Conguring via the web GUIManaging bandwidth with EzQoSEzQoS Bandwidth Management enables you to set the bandwidth priority and manage the network trafc.To set up the bandwidth priority:1. Click EzQoS Bandwidth Management from the navigation menu at the left side of your screen.2. Click each of these four applications to set the bandwidth priority:Icon DescriptionGaming BlasterThe router handles gaming trafc at rst priority.Internet ApplicationThe router handles the e-mail, web browsing and other Internet applications trafc at rst priority.FTPThe router handles at rst priority the trafc of downloading/uploading data to/from the FTP server.Voip/Video Streaming The router handles the audio/video trafc at rst priority.3. Click Save to save the conguration settings.
25Chapter 4: Conguring via the web GUI RT-N15USetting up the operation modeThe Operation Mode page allows you to set up your wireless router into any of these three operation modes: Router mode, Repeater mode, or Access Point mode.Setting up the wireless router in Router modeIn the Router mode, the wireless router connects to the Internet via PPPoE, Automatic IP, PPTP, L2TP, or Static IP, and provides you with wireless radio signals. The NAT, rewall, and IP sharing services for LAN clients are enabled.To set up the wireless router in Router mode:1. From the navigation menu, click Operation Mode and select Router Mode.2. Select your connection type from these types of ISP services: Dynamic IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, and Static IP.3. Key in the required information provided by your ISP.4. Click Apply all settings to save the settings.
26 RT-N15U Chapter 4: Conguring via the web GUISetting up the wireless router in Repeater modeIn the Repeart mode, the wireless router extends your wireless network coverage and provides you with higher wireless signal. NAT, rewall, and IP sharing are disabled.To set up the wireless router in Repeater mode:1. From the navigation menu, click Operation Mode, select Repeater mode, and click Save.2. From the network list, select the network that you want to connect to, then click Connect.
27Chapter 4: Conguring via the web GUI RT-N15USetting up the wireless router in AP modeIn the AP mode, the wireless router receives the WAN IP address from the router connected to the WAN port and provides you with wireless radio signals. The NAT, rewall, and IP sharing services are disabled.To set up the wireless router in AP mode:1. From the navigation menu, click Operation Mode, select AP mode, and click Save.2. From the network list, select the network that you want to connect to, then click Connect.
28 RT-N15U Chapter 4: Conguring via the web GUIUpgrading the rmwareNote: Download the latest rmware from the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com.To upgrade the rmware:1. Click Advanced Setting from the navigation menu at the left side of your screen. 2. Under the Administration menu, click Firmware Upgrade.3. In the New Firmware File eld, click Browse to locate the new rmware on your computer.4. Click Upload. The uploading process takes about three minutes.Note: If the upgrade process fails, use the Firmware Restoration utility to restore the system. For details on this utility, refer to the section Firmware Restoration in Chapter 5 of this user manual.
29Chapter 4: Conguring via the web GUI RT-N15URestoring/Saving/Uploading settingsTo restore/save/upload the settings:1. Click Advanced Setting from the navigation menu at the left side of your screen. 2. Under the Administration menu, click Restore/Save/Upload Setting.3. Select the tasks that you want to do: • To restore to the default factory settings, click Restore, and click OK in the conrmation message. • To save the current system settings, click Save, and click Save in the le download window to save the system le in your preferred path. • To restore previous system settings, click Browse to locate the system le that you want to restore, then click Upload.
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31Chapter 5: Installing the utilities RT-N15U5Installing the utilities2. Click Next.Installing the utilitiesThe support CD contains the utilities for conguring the ASUS Wireless Router. To install the ASUS WLAN Utilities in Microsoft® Windows, insert the support CD in the CD drive. If Autorun is disabled, run setup.exe from the root directory of the support CD.To install the utilities: 1. Click Install...Utilities.
32 RT-N15U Chapter 5: Installing the utilities3. Click Next to accept the default destination folder or click Browse to specify another path.4. Click Next to accept the default program folder or enter another name.5. Click Finish when setup is completed.
33Chapter 5: Installing the utilities RT-N15UDevice DiscoveryDevice Discovery is an ASUS WLAN utility that detects an ASUS wireless router and enables you to congure the device.To launch the Device Discovery utility:From your computer’s desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility > RT-N15U Wireless Router > Device Discovery.• Click Congure to access the web GUI and congure the wireless router.• Click Search to search for ASUS wireless routers within range.• Click Exit to exit the application.
34 RT-N15U Chapter 5: Installing the utilitiesFirmware RestorationFirmware Restoration is used on an ASUS Wireless Router that failed during its rmware upgrading process. It uploads the rmware that you specify. The process takes about three to four minutes.Note: This is not a rmware upgrade utility and cannot be used on a working ASUS Wireless Router. Normal rmware upgrades must be done through the web interface. Refer to Chapter 4: Conguring via the web GUI for more details.To launch the rescue mode and use the Firmware Restoration utility:1. Unplug the wireless router from the power source.2. Hold the Restore button at the rear panel and simultaneously re-plug the wireless router into the power source. Release the Restore button when the Power LED at the front panel ashes slowly, which indicates that the wireless router is in the rescue mode.3. From your computer’s desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility > RT-N15U Wireless Router > Firmware Restoration.Important: Launch the rescue mode before using the Firmware Restoration utility.4. Specify a rmware le, then click Upload.
35Chapter 5: Installing the utilities RT-N15UWPS WizardWPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) allows you to set up a secure and protected wireless network easily.Note:• Ensure that you use a wireless LAN adapter with WPS function.• Windows® operating systems and wireless LAN cards/adapters that support WPS: Using WPS WizardOS Support Wireless Adapter Support Vista 32/64Intel wireless LAN cardASUS 167gv2 driver v3.0.6.0 or laterASUS 160N/130N driver v2.0.0.0 or later XP SP2Intel wireless LAN cardASUS 167gv2 driver v1.2.2.0 or laterASUS 160N/130N driver v1.0.4.0 or later XP SP1 and 2000ASUS LAN card with ASUS WLAN UtilityASUS 167gv2 driver v1.2.2.0 or laterASUS 160N/130N driver v1.0.4.0 or laterTo use WPS Wizard:1. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your hardware. When done, click Next.Note: Use the WPS Wizard with one wireless client at a time. If the wireless client cannot discover the wireless router, shorten the distance between the client and the router.
36 RT-N15U Chapter 5: Installing the utilities2. Press the WPS button on your router.3. On the WPS Wizard, click Next to continue.Notes: • When running WPS, the Internet connection pauses briey then reestablishes the connection. • If the WPS button is pushed without running the WPS Wizard, the PWR indicator ashes and Internet connection pauses briey and then reestablishes the connection.WPSWPS button
37Chapter 5: Installing the utilities RT-N15U4. Key in desired network name or SSID (service set identier). When done, click Next.5. Create and key in a passphrase consisting of 8-63 characters or use the automatically generated passphrase then click Next. A passphrase is a sentence, phrase, or sequence of alpha-numeric characters used to generate a security key.
38 RT-N15U Chapter 5: Installing the utilities6. When nished, click Save or print settings for future reference or Save settings to a USB ash drive to add other devices to the network. Click Next to connect to the Internet.7. You have connected to the wireless router. If you want to congure the Internet settings, click Setup. Click Finish to close the WPS Wizard.Note: For more details on adding devices to the network using a USB ash drive, refer to the section Adding network devices using a USB ash drive on the next page.
39Chapter 5: Installing the utilities RT-N15UAdding network devices using a USB ash driveWith the WPS utility, you can add devices to your network using a USB ash drive.To add network devices using a USB ash drive:1. In the WPS Wizard, click Save settings to a USB ash drive.2. Insert a USB ash drive into your computer's USB port, then select the drive from the dropdown list. When done, click Next.
40 RT-N15U Chapter 5: Installing the utilities3. Unplug the USB flash drive from your computer then insert it to the other computer that you want to add to your wireless network.4. Locate SetupWireless.exe from the USB drive, and double-click to run it. Click Yes to add the computer to the wireless network.5. Click OK to exit the Wireless Network Setup Wizard.
41Chapter 5: Installing the utilities RT-N15USetting up your network printerUse the Network Printer Setup utility to set up a USB printer on your wireless router and allow network clients to access the USB printer.Note: To check if your USB printer is compatible with your ASUS wireless router, visit the ASUS website at ww.asus.com and click Products > Networks > Printer Support List.To set up your USB Printer:1. Run the ASUS Wireless Utilities from the support CD, then click Run Network Printer Setup Program.2. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your hardware, then click Next.
42 RT-N15U Chapter 5: Installing the utilities3. Wait for a few minutes for the initial setup to nish. Click Next.4. Click Finish to complete the installation.
43Chapter 5: Installing the utilities RT-N15U5. Follow the Windows® OS instructions to install the printer driver.6. After the printer’s driver installation is completed, network clients can now use the printer.
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45Chapter 6: Troubleshooting RT-N15U6TroubleshootingTroubleshootingThis troubleshooting guide provides solutions to some common problems that you may encounter while installing or using the ASUS Wireless Router. These problems require simple troubleshooting that you can perform by yourself. Contact the ASUS Technical Support if you encounter problems not mentioned in this chapter.Problem ActionI cannot access the web GUI for conguring the router.1. Launch a web browser, then click Tools > Internet Options...2. Under Temporary Internet les, click Delete Cookies... and Delete Files...3. Disable the proxy settings of the web browser.The client cannot establish a wireless connection with the router.Out of Range:• Put the router closer to the wireless client.• Try to change the channel settings.Authentication:• Use wired connection to connect to the router.• Check the wireless security settings.• Press the Restore button at the rear panel for more than ve seconds.Cannot nd the router:• Press the Restore button at the rear panel for more than ve seconds.• Check the setting in the wireless adapter such as SSID and encryption settings.
46 RT-N15U Chapter 6: TroubleshootingProblem ActionCannot access the Internet via wireless LAN adapter.• Move the router closer to the wireless client.• Check whether the wireless adapter is connected to the correct wireless router.• Check whether the wireless channel in use conforms to the channels available in your country/area.• Check the encryption settings.• Check if the ADSL or Cable connection is correct.• Retry using another Ethernet cable.Internet is not accessible. • Check the status indicators on the ADSL modem and the wireless router.• Check if the WAN LED on the wireless router is ON. If the LED is not ON, change the cable and try again.When ADSL Modem “Link” light is ON (not blinking), this means Internet Access is possible.• Restart your computer.• Refer to the Quick Start Guide of the wireless router and re-congure the settings.• Check if the WAN LED on the wireless router is ON.• Check the wireless encryption settings.• Check if the computer can get the IP address (via both wired network and wireless network).• Ensure that your web browser is congured to use the local LAN, and is not congured to use a proxy server.If the ADSL “LINK” light blinks continuously or stays off, Internet access is not possible - the Router is unable to establish a connection with the ADSL network.• Ensure that all your cables are all properly connected .• Disconnect the power cord from the ADSL or cable modem, wait a few minutes, then reconnect the cord.• If the ADSL light continues to blink or stays OFF, contact your ADSL service provider.Network name or encryption keys are forgotten.• Try setting up the wired connection and conguring the wireless encryption again.• Press the Restore button at the rear panel of the wireless router for more than ve seconds.
47Chapter 6: Troubleshooting RT-N15UProblem ActionHow to restore the system to its default settings?• Press the Restore button at the rear panel of the wireless router for more than ve seconds.• Refer to the section Restoring/Saving/Uploading settings in Chapter 4 of this user manual.The following are the factory default settings:User Name: admin Password: adminEnable DHCP: Yes (if WAN cable is plugged in)IP address: 192.168.1.1Domain Name: (Blank)Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0DNS Server 1: 192.168.1.1DNS Server 2: (Blank)SSID: ASUSI cannot use 192.168.1.1 to enter the web GUI.Check the router’s operation mode.• In the Router mode, the default IP address is 192.168.1.1.• In the AP mode, use Device Discovery to nd the router’s IP address.
48 RT-N15U Chapter 6: TroubleshootingASUS DDNS ServiceRT-N15U supports the ASUS DDNS service. When exchanging devices at the service center, if you have registered the ASUS DDNS service and want to keep the original domain name, data transfer is a must. Visit your local service center for more information.Notes: • If there is no activity in the domain - such as reconguring the router or accessing the registered domain name - within 90 days, the system automatically deletes the registered information. • If you encounter any problem or difculty in using your device, contact the service center.Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)1. Will the registered information be lost or registered by others? If you have not updated the registered information in 90 days, the system automatically deletes the registered information and the domain name may be registered by others.2. I did not register the ASUS DDNS for the router I bought six months ago. Can I still register it? Yes, you can still register the ASUS DDNS service for your router. The DDNS service is embedded in your router, so you can register the ASUS DDNS service anytime. Before registering, click Query to check if the hostname has been registered or not. If not, the system registers the hostname automatically.3. I have registered a domain name before and it has been working well until my friends told me that they could not access my domain name. Check the following: 1. The internet is working well. 2. The DNS server is working well. 3. The last time you updated the domain name. If there are still problems in accessing your domain name, contact the service center.4. Can I register two domain names to separately access my http and ftp servers? No, you cannot. You can only register one domain name for one router. Use port mapping to implement security in the network.
49Chapter 6: Troubleshooting RT-N15U5. After restarting the router, why is it that I see different WAN IPs in MS DOS and in the router conguration page? This is normal. The interval time between the ISP DNS server and ASUS DDNS results in different WAN IPs in MS DOS and in the router conguration page. Different ISPs may have different interval time for IP updating.6. Is the ASUS DDNS service free, or is it just a trial version? The ASUS DDNS service is a free and embedded service in some ASUS routers. Check your ASUS router if it supports the ASUS DDNS service.
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51Appendices RT-N15UNoticesASUS Recycling/Takeback ServicesASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components, as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling information in different regions.REACHComplying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htmFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference.• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.Warning: Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.Appendices
52 RT-N15U AppendicesProhibition of Co-locationThis device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.Safety InformationTo maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, this equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body. Use on the supplied antenna.Declaration of Conformity for R&TTE directive 1999/5/ECEssential requirements – Article 3Protection requirements for health and safety – Article 3.1aTesting for electric safety according to EN 60950-1 has been conducted. These are considered relevant and sufcient.Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility – Article 3.1bTesting for electromagnetic compatibility according to EN 301 489-1 and EN 301 489-17 has been conducted. These are considered relevant and sufcient.Effective use of the radio spectrum – Article 3.2Testing for radio test suites according to EN 300 328- 2 has been conducted. These are considered relevant and sufcient.CE Mark WarningThis is a Class B product, in a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.Operation Channels: Ch1~11 for N. America, Ch1~14 Japan, Ch1~13 Europe (ETSI)IC WarningThis device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.”Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.”
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58 RT-N15U Appendices12 IN NO EVENT UNLESS REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW OR AGREED TO IN WRITING WILL ANY COPYRIGHT HOLDER, OR ANY OTHER PARTY WHO MAY MODIFY AND/OR REDISTRIBUTE THE PROGRAM AS PERMITTED ABOVE, BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR DAMAGES, INCLUDING ANY GENERAL, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROGRAM (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF DATA OR DATA BEING RENDERED INACCURATE OR LOSSES SUSTAINED BY YOU OR THIRD PARTIES OR A FAILURE OF THE PROGRAM TO OPERATE WITH ANY OTHER PROGRAMS), EVEN IF SUCH HOLDER OR OTHER PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.END OF TERMS AND CONDITIONSNCC WarningSafety WarningSAFE TEMP: This wireless router should be only used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5ºC(41ºF) and 40ºC(104ºF).DO NOT expose to or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT use the modem during electrical storms.
59Appendices RT-N15UASUS Contact InformationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia Pacic)Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259Website www.asus.com.twTechnical SupportTelephone +886228943447Support Fax +886228907698Online support support.asus.comASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USATelephone +15029550883Fax +15029338713Website usa.asus.comOnline support support.asus.comASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, GermanyFax +492102959911Website www.asus.deOnline contact www.asus.de/salesTechnical SupportTelephone (Component) +491805010923*Telephone (System/Notebook/Eee/LCD) +491805010920*Fax +492102959911Online support support.asus.com* EUR 0.14/minute from a German xed landline; EUR 0.42/minute from a mobile phone.
60 RT-N15U AppendicesManufacturer: ASUSTeK Computer Inc.Tel: +886-2-2894-3447Address: No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWANAuthorised representative in Europe:ASUS Computer GmbHAddress: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN, GERMANYAuthorised distributors in Turkey:BOGAZICI BIL GISAYAR SAN. VE TIC. A.S.Tel: +90 212 3311000Address: AYAZAGA MAH. KEMERBURGAZ CAD. NO.10 AYAZAGA/ISTANBULCIZGI Elektronik San. Tic. Ltd. Sti.Tel: 0090 2123567070Address: CEMAL SURURI CD. HALIM MERIC IS MERKEZI No:15/C D: 5-6 34394 MECIDIYEKOY/ISTANBULEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur.

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