Asus RT-AX68U Dual-Band Wi-Fi RouterZ User Manual

Asus RT-AX68U Dual-Band Wi-Fi RouterZ

Package contents

• RT-AX68U Wireless Router
• Network cable (RJ-45)
• AC adapter
• Quick Start Guide

A quick look at RT-AX68U

Position your wireless router

For optimal wireless transmission between the wireless router and connected wireless devices, ensure that you:

• Place the wireless router in a centralized area for a maximum wireless coverage for the network devices.
• Keep the wireless router away from metal obstructions and away from direct sunlight.
• Keep the wireless router 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 four non-detachable antennas as shown in the drawing below.

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 1.75A current
  Operating Temperature	0~40oC	Storage	0~70oC
  Operating Humidity	0~90%	Storage	0~70oC

  Preparing your modem

  1. Unplug the power cable/DSL modem. If it has a battery backup, remove the battery.
     NOTE: If you are using DSL for Internet, you will need your username/password from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) to properly configure the router.
     
  2. Connect your modem to the router with the bundled network cable.
     
  3. Power on your cable/DSL modem.
  4. Check your cable/DSL modem LED lights to ensure the connection is active.
     

  Setting up your RT-AX68U

  You can set up your router via wired or wireless connection.

  A. Wired connection

  1. Plug your router into a power outlet and power it on. Connect the network cable from your computer to a LAN port on your router.
     
  2. The web GUI launches automatically when you open a web browser. If it does not auto-launch, enter http://router.asus.co
  3. Set up a password for your router to prevent unauthorized access.
     

  B. Wireless connection

  1. Plug your router into a power outlet and power it on.
     
  2. Connect to the network with SSID shown on the product label on the back side of the router. For better network security, change to a unique SSID and assign a password.
     

     2.4G Wi-Fi Name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

     5G Wi-Fi Name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

     * XX refers to the last two digits of 2.4GHz MAC address. You can find it on the label on the back of your router.

  3. You can choose either the web GUI or ASUS Router app to set up your router.
     a. Web GUI Setup
     • Once connected, the web GUI launches automatically when you open a
     web browser. If it does not auto-launch, enter http://router.asus.com.
     • Set up a password for your router to prevent unauthorized access.
     
     b. App Setup
     Download ASUS Router App to set up your router via your mobile devices.
     •  Turn on Wi-Fi on your mobile devices and connect to your router’s network.
     •  Follow ASUS Router App setup instructions to complete the setup.

     

     Remembering your wireless router settings

     • Remember your wireless settings as you complete the router setup.

     Router Name:	Password:
     2.4 GHz network SSID:	Password:
     5GHz network SSID:	Password:

     FAQ

     1. Where can I find more information about the wireless router?
     • Online FAQ site: https://www.asus.com/support/faq
     • Technical support site: https://www.asus.com/support
     • Customer hotline: refer to the Support Hotline section in this Quick Start Guide
     • You can get the user manual online at https://www.asus.com/support