Asus RT-AX5400 User Manual

RT-AX5400
AX5400 Dual Band Wi-Fi Router
Quick
Start Guide
Hardware Explanations
I/O Ports Overview LED Lights Overview
DC Power adapter DC Output: +19V with 1.75A current
Operating Temperature 0~40
o
C Storage 0~70
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C
Operating Humidity 50~90% Storage 20~90%
Specications:
Prepare your Modem
01
1
Unplug the power of cable / DSL modem. If it
has a battery backup, remove the battery.
5
[App] Launch ASUS Router App and follow the
instructions to complete the setup.
Modem back
Unplug
Install your Router
02
1
Plug the adapter into the DCIN port, and press the Power switch.
2
Connect your modem to WAN port at the back side of the router with the
network cable provided.
3
Power on the modem. Plug modem to the power outlet and power on.
Modem back
4
Check the modem LED lights to ensure the connection is active.
If you are using DSL for internet,
you will need your username
/ password from your Internet
service provider (ISP) to properly
congure your router.
Modem front
– Or via web browser
3
[Wired] Connect your PC to LAN port at the
back side of the router using an additional
network cable.
[Wireless] Connect to the network with default
SSID shown on the product label on the back side
of your router “ASUS_XX”.
4
[Wired / Wireless] Open a web browser.
You will be redirected to the ASUS Setup Wizard. If not, navigate to
http://www.asusrouter.com.
Follow the instructions to complete the setup.
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– Via app
3
[App] On your iOS or Android mobile device, go
to the app store, search forASUS Router, and
download the app.
4
[App] On your iOS or Android mobile device, tapSettings > Wi-Fi, connect
to the default network SSID shown on the product label on the back side of
the router. Or scan the QR code on the product label to connect the default
network SSID.
* XX refers to the last two digits
of MAC address. You can nd it
on the label on the back of your
router.
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LAN 1-4 LEDs
WAN (Internet) LED 5GHz LED
2.4GHz LED
Power LED
2
The power LED will light up when the hardware is ready.
DCIN port
LAN ports 1-4
WAN (Internet) port
USB 3.2 Gen 1 port
Router Setup Steps
Power switch
WPS button
Reset button
http://www.asusrouter.com
Q1:
Where can I find more information about the wireless router?
Technical support site: https://www.asus.com/support
Service and Support
https://www.asus.com/support
Video Tutorials
https://qr.asus.com/wl_videotutorials
FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Asus RT-AX5400 Specifications

General

DSL WAN	No
Ethernet WAN	Yes
WAN connection type	RJ-45
Wi-Fi band	Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz)
Wi-Fi standards	802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Top Wi-Fi standard	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
WLAN data transfer rate (max)	4804 Mbit/s
WLAN data transfer rate (first band)	574 Mbit/s
VPN support	Instant Guard VPN Client L2TP VPN Client OVPN VPN Client PPTP VPN Client WireGuard VPN Server IPSec VPN Server OVPN VPN Server PPTP VPN Server WireGuard VPN Fusion
Cabling technology	10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Networking standards	IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
Ethernet LAN data rates	10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Ethernet LAN interface type	Gigabit Ethernet
Cables included	LAN (RJ-45)
Antennas quantity	4
Flash memory	256 MB
Internal memory	512 MB
Processor cores	3
Processor frequency	1.5 MHz
Operating system installed	ASUSWRT
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity	1
Product type	Tabletop router
Product color	Black
LED indicators	LAN, Power, WAN
Output current	1.75 A
Output voltage	19 V
AC input voltage	110 - 240 V
Power source type	DC
AC input frequency	50 - 60 Hz
Firewall security	Maximum Firewall keyword filter : 64, Maximum Firewall network service filter : 32, Maximum Firewall URL filter : 64
Security algorithms	SSID, WPA, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2, WPA2-Enterprise, WPA3, WPS
Supported network protocols	IPv6
Package type	Box
Package depth	257 mm
Package width	335 mm
Package height	81 mm
Package weight	950 g
Number of products included	1 pc(s)

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	161 mm
Width	226 mm
Height	160 mm
Weight	612.4 g

Summary

Router Setup Steps

Prepare Your Modem

Steps to prepare the modem before connecting to the router.

Install Your Router

Steps to connect the power adapter and power on the router.

Setup Via Mobile App

Instructions for router setup using the ASUS Router mobile application.

Setup Via Web Browser

Instructions for router setup using a web browser and the setup wizard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Technical Support Resources

Link to the ASUS technical support website for further assistance.

Compliance and Safety Information

Regulatory Compliance Statements

Statements regarding FCC and ISED regulatory compliance.

General Safety Notices

Important safety precautions for product installation and operation.