Asus AIMESH User Manual

ASUS AIMESH SETUP GUIDE
Before you start to setup ASUS AiMesh, you have to prepare:
 Two (2) ASUS routers (models supporting AiMesh
https://www.asus.com/AiMesh/).
 Assign one router as the AiMesh router, and another router as
AiMesh node. Router with the highest specifications should be
used as the AiMesh router.
 Locate AiMesh router and node within 1-3 meters when setup
process.
Upgrade all routers with AiMesh-supported firmware
1. Plug in the power adapter and press the power button at the
back of your router.
2. Check the WAN and 2. 4GHz / 5GHz LED lights to ensure the
hardware connection is ready.
3. Connect your PC to the router via a network cable.
Step 1
Preparation
Step 2
Firmware
upgrade
AiMesh router
AiMesh node
Modem

Asus AIMESH Specifications

General

MU-MIMO	Yes
Beamforming	Yes
AiProtection	Yes
Parental Controls	Yes
Guest Network	Yes
VPN Support	Yes
Frequency Bands	2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
Management	ASUS Router App
Compatibility	ASUS AiMesh-compatible routers
Category	Network Router
Features	AiMesh, Adaptive QoS
Security	WPA3-Personal, WPA2-Personal

Summary

Step 2 Firmware Upgrade

Upgrade All Routers with AiMesh-Supported Firmware

Ensures all ASUS routers are updated to the latest firmware supporting AiMesh functionality.

Step 3 Restore AiMesh Node

Reset AiMesh Node to Factory Default

Procedure to reset the AiMesh node to its original factory settings.

Step 4 Setting Up AiMesh Router

Set Up AiMesh on Web GUI

Configure AiMesh system using the web browser interface.

Set Up AiMesh on ASUS Router App-Android

Configure AiMesh system using the ASUS Router mobile app for Android.

Set Up AiMesh on ASUS Router App-IOS

Configure AiMesh system using the ASUS Router mobile app for iOS.

Step 5 Placement

Optimizing AiMesh Node Placement

Guidance on positioning AiMesh nodes for optimal network coverage and performance.

Ethernet Backhaul

Wired Connection Between AiMesh Router and Node

Establishes a wired connection for improved AiMesh throughput and stability.