Asus RT-AC68U User Manual

User Guide
RT-AC68U
Wireless-AC1900 Dual Band Gigabit Router
8U

Asus RT-AC68U Specifications

General

Ethernet LAN	Yes
Cabling technology	10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Networking standards	IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
Ethernet LAN data rates	10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Ethernet LAN interface type	Gigabit Ethernet
Wi-Fi band	Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz)
Wi-Fi standards	802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Top Wi-Fi standard	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
WLAN data transfer rate (max)	1900 Mbit/s
Input current	1.75 A
Rack mounting	No
Frequency band	2.4 & 5 GHz
Bandwidth (first)	2.4 GHz
Bandwidth (second)	5 GHz
USB ports quantity	2
WLAN data transfer rates supported	1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54, 600, 1300 Mbit/s
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	4
DHCP client	-
Antennas quantity	3
Security algorithms	128-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPS
AC input voltage	110 - 240 V
AC input frequency	50 - 60 Hz
LED indicators	LAN, Power, USB, WAN
Cables included	LAN (RJ-45)
Mac operating systems supported	Mac OS X 10.0 Cheetah, Mac OS X 10.1 Puma, Mac OS X 10.2 Jaguar, Mac OS X 10.3 Panther, Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 2000, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 x64, Windows ME, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Enterprise x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	83.3 mm
Width	220 mm
Height	160 mm
Weight	640 g

Summary

Getting to know your wireless router

Wireless Router Hardware Overview

Positioning your router

Provides guidance on optimal placement for best wireless signal transmission and coverage.

Setup Requirements

Lists the system requirements for setting up the wireless network.

Router Setup

Wired Connection Setup

Step-by-step instructions for setting up the router using a wired Ethernet connection.

Wireless Connection Setup

Instructions for setting up the router wirelessly, connecting to the modem.

Getting started

Web GUI Login Procedure

How to access the router's web-based graphical user interface for configuration.

Quick Internet Setup (QIS)

Guides users through automatic internet connection setup via the web GUI.

Connecting to Wireless Network

General Settings Configuration

Network Map Usage

Wireless Security Configuration

Configure SSID, security level, and encryption for 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless networks.

Network Client Management

Guest Network Creation

Guest Network Configuration

Steps to set up separate SSIDs for guest access without compromising private network security.

Traffic Manager Usage

QoS Bandwidth Management

Configure Quality of Service to prioritize bandwidth and manage network traffic.

Network Traffic Monitoring

Parental Control Setup

Parental Control Functionality

Configure internet access time limits and network usage for specific clients.

USB Application Usage

AiDisk Setup and Usage

Share files from a USB device via the Internet, set up ASUS DDNS, and an FTP server.

Servers Center Configuration

FTP Share Service Configuration

3G/4G Modem Connection

AiCloud Service Usage

AiCloud App Usage

Cloud Disk Setup

Create a cloud disk by inserting a USB storage device and enabling Cloud Disk on the router.

Smart Access Setup

Smart Sync Configuration

Advanced Settings Configuration

Wireless General Configuration

WPS Setup and Usage

Configure Wi-Fi Protected Setup for easy connection of devices using PIN code or WPS button.

Wireless Bridge Configuration

Wireless MAC Filter Setup

LAN Settings Configuration

LAN IP Configuration

Modify the router's LAN IP address and subnet mask settings.

DHCP Server Configuration

Configure DHCP server settings to automatically assign IP addresses to network clients.

WAN Settings Configuration

WAN Internet Connection Setup

Configure WAN connection types, enable/disable NAT, UPnP, and DNS settings.

Port Trigger Setup

Port Forwarding Setup

Direct internet traffic to specific devices or ports on your local network.

DMZ Setup

DDNS Setup

Firewall Configuration

Firewall General Settings

Enable the firewall and configure DoS protection for network security.

URL Filter Setup

Keyword Filter Setup

Network Services Filter Setup

Administration Settings Configuration

Router Operation Mode

System Settings Configuration

Firmware Upgrade

Download and install the latest firmware to update the router's software.

Settings Management (Restore/Save/Upload)

Manage router settings by restoring to defaults, saving current settings, or uploading saved configurations.

Router Utilities

Device Discovery Utility

Firmware Restoration Utility

Restore firmware if an upgrade process fails, using the rescue mode.

Printer Server Setup

ASUS EZ Printer Sharing Setup

Connect a USB printer to the router for wireless printing and scanning by network clients.

LPR Printer Sharing Setup

Troubleshooting Guide

Basic Troubleshooting

Basic steps to resolve common router issues, including firmware upgrades.

FAQ: Common Issues and Solutions

Troubleshooting Wireless Connection

Troubleshooting Internet Access

Password/SSID Recovery

System Default Restore

Procedure to reset the router to its factory default settings.

Firmware Upgrade Failure Recovery

Guidance on using Firmware Restoration utility when an upgrade fails.

Troubleshooting Web GUI Access

Automatic IP Address Configuration

Appendices

Safety and RF Exposure Information

Guidelines for safe installation and operation to comply with RF exposure and FCC regulations.

R&TTE Declaration of Conformity

Canadian RF Exposure Information