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ASUSTeK COMPUTER ROG Rapture GT-AC5300 - User Manual

ASUSTeK COMPUTER ROG Rapture GT-AC5300
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Summary

1 Getting to know your wireless router

Welcome and Package Contents

Introduction to the router and list of items in the package.

1.3 Your wireless router

Router Ports, Buttons, and Specifications

Identifies router ports, buttons, LEDs, and lists technical specifications.

1.4 Positioning your router

Optimal Router Placement Guidelines

Advises on placement for best wireless signal and avoiding interference.

1.5 Setup Requirements

System Requirements for Network Setup

Lists hardware and software needed for initial wireless network setup.

2 Getting started

Initial Router Setup Guide

Instructions for initial router setup, including wired and wireless connections.

2.2 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Auto-detection

QIS Setup Wizard and Configuration

Guides users through the Quick Internet Setup wizard with auto-detection.

2.3 Connecting to your wireless network

Connecting Devices to the Wireless Network

Steps for connecting computers and smart devices to the router's network.

3 Configuring the General Settings of ROG Gaming Center

Logging into the Web GUI

Instructions on how to access and log into the router's web interface.

3.2 Dash Board

Monitoring Network Traffic and Ping

Explains how to use the Dash Board for real-time traffic and ping analysis.

3.3 Game IPS

Game IPS Overview and Security Features

Introduces Game IPS for malware detection, filtering, and network protection.

3.3.1 Configuring Game IPS

Configuring Game IPS Network Protection

Steps to configure network protection features within Game IPS.

3.3.2 Blocking Malicious Sites

Enabling Malicious Sites Blocking

How to enable the feature to block known malicious websites.

3.3.3 Two-Way IPS

Enabling Two-Way IPS

Steps to enable Two-Way IPS for resolving common exploits.

3.3.4 Infected Device Prevention and Blocking

Enabling Infected Device Protection

How to enable protection against infected devices communicating personal info.

3.3.5 Setting up Parental Control

Configuring Parental Controls (Web Filters, Time Scheduling)

How to set up Parental Control for managing internet access and usage.

3.4 Game Boost

Enabling Apps Analysis for Game Boost

How to enable Apps Analysis within Game Boost for performance tuning.

3.4.1 QoS

Configuring Quality of Service (QoS)

How to enable and configure QoS for bandwidth prioritization.

3.4.2 Web History

Viewing Client Web History

How to view the history of sites or URLs visited by clients.

3.5 Game Private Network

Updating Router Firmware and Using WTFast

Instructions for firmware updates and using WTFast for game latency reduction.

3.6 Game Profile

Configuring Game Profiles for Network Compatibility

Ensures the router doesn't block game connections via NAT/port blocks.

3.7 Game Radar

Using Game Radar for Server Quality Checks

How to use Game Radar to identify server connection quality for games.

3.8 WiFi Radar

Advanced Wireless Network Analysis and Troubleshooting

Details WiFi Radar, Site Survey, Channel Statistics, and Advanced Troubleshooting.

3.9 VPN

Setting Up VPN Access

Steps to set up access to a VPN server for secure communication.

3.10 Traffic Analyzer

Configuring Network Traffic Analysis

How to view network traffic on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis.

4 Configuring the Advanced Settings

Network Map and Wireless Security Settings

Overview of Network Map and steps to configure wireless security settings.

4.1.2 Managing your network clients

Managing Network Clients and Access

How to view, block, and manage network clients connected to the router.

4.1.3 Monitoring your USB device

Monitoring and Safely Removing USB Devices

How to monitor USB devices and safely remove them from the router.

4.2 Wireless

4.2.1 General Wireless Settings

How to configure basic wireless settings like frequency band, SSID, and Smart Connect.

4.2.2 WPS

Enabling WPS for Easy Device Connection

How to enable Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) for simple device pairing.

4.2.3 Bridge

Setting Up Wireless Bridge (WDS) Mode

How to connect the router to another access point as a wireless repeater.

4.2.4 Wireless MAC Filter

Configuring Wireless MAC Filtering

How to control access to the wireless network based on MAC addresses.

4.2.5 RADIUS Setting

Configuring RADIUS Authentication Settings

How to set up RADIUS for enhanced wireless security with WPA-Enterprise.

4.2.6 Professional

Advanced Wireless Configuration Options

Details various advanced wireless settings for fine-tuning network performance and features.

4.3 Creating a Guest Network

Setting Up a Guest Network

How to provide temporary internet access to visitors without sharing the private network.

4.4 LAN

4.4.1 LAN IP Settings

How to modify the router's LAN IP address and subnet mask.

4.4.2 DHCP Server

Configuring the DHCP Server

How to configure the DHCP server for automatic IP address assignment.

4.4.3 Route

Configuring the LAN Routing Table

How to configure a routing table to share internet service with multiple routers.

4.4.4 IPTV

IPTV Service Configuration

Settings for connecting to IPTV services, VoIP, multicasting, and UDP.

4.5 WAN

Configuring Internet Connection Settings

Details on setting up WAN connection types, NAT, UPnP, DNS, and MAC address.

4.5.3 Port Trigger

Setting Up Port Triggering

How to configure port range triggering for specific application needs.

4.5.4 Virtual Server;Port Forwarding

Setting Up Port Forwarding

How to direct internet traffic to specific ports on local network devices.

4.5.5 DMZ

Setting Up DMZ for Exposed Host

How to expose one client to the internet for inbound traffic.

4.5.6 DDNS

Setting Up DDNS

How to set up Dynamic DNS for accessing the router via a domain name.

4.5.7 NAT Passthrough

Configuring NAT Passthrough

How to enable/disable NAT Passthrough for VPN connections.

4.6 Using the USB Application

USB Application Overview

Introduces USB applications like AiDisk, Servers Center, Printer Server, and Download Master.

4.6.1 Using AiDisk

Sharing Files with AiDisk

How to share files stored on a USB device through the internet using AiDisk.

4.6.2 Using Servers Center

Configuring File Sharing Services (Media, Samba, FTP)

How to configure Media Server, Samba, and FTP services for sharing files from USB drives.

4.6.3 3 G;4 G

Setting Up 3 G;4 G Internet Access

How to connect to the internet using a 3G/4G USB modem.

4.7 Using AiCloud 2.0

AiCloud 2.0 Overview and Setup

Introduces AiCloud 2.0 for saving, syncing, sharing, and accessing files remotely.

4.7.1 Cloud Disk

Creating and Accessing Cloud Disk

Steps to create a cloud disk using a USB drive and access files remotely.

4.7.2 Smart Access

Using Smart Access for Remote Network Access

How to access your home network via the router's domain name.

4.7.3 Smart Sync

Setting Up Smart Sync with WebStorage

How to sync files with ASUS WebStorage using AiCloud.

4.8 IPv6

Configuring IPv6 Settings

Steps to set up IPv6 addressing for expanded IP address support.

4.9 Firewall

Firewall Configuration (General, URL, Keyword Filters)

How to set up basic firewall, URL, and keyword filters for security.

4.9.4 Network Services Filter

Configuring Network Services Filter

How to block or allow LAN to WAN packet exchanges for specific services.

4.9.5 IPv6 Firewall

Configuring IPv6 Firewall Rules

How to allow incoming traffic from specified services through the IPv6 firewall.

4.10 Administration

4.10.1 Operation Mode Settings

How to select the appropriate operating mode for the router (Router, AP, Bridge).

4.10.2 System Settings

Configuring System Settings

How to change router password, time zone, enable Telnet, and manage WAN access.

4.10.3 Firmware Upgrade

Upgrading Router Firmware

Steps to download and install the latest firmware for the router.

4.10.4 Restore;Save;Upload Setting

Managing Router Settings (Save;Restore)

How to save, restore, or upload router configuration settings.

4.11 System Log

Viewing System Log Entries

How to view recorded network activities and logs.

4.12 Smart Connect

4.12.1 Setting Up Smart Connect

How to enable Smart Connect for automatic client steering to optimal Wi-Fi bands.

4.12.2 Smart Connect Rule

Customizing Smart Connect Rules

Details on setting steering trigger conditions, STA policy, interface procedures, and bounce detect.

5 Utilities

5.1 Device Discovery Utility

How to use the ASUS WLAN utility to detect and configure the router.

5.2 Firmware Restoration

Firmware Restoration Utility

How to restore firmware if an upgrade fails, using rescue mode.

5.3 Setting up your printer server

ASUS EZ Printer Sharing Setup

Steps to set up a USB printer as a network print server for wireless printing.

5.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer

Printer Sharing with LPR;LPD Protocol

Detailed steps for sharing printers using LPR/LPD on Windows and MAC OS.

5.4 Download Master

Using Download Master Utility

How to download files even when laptops are switched off using the Download Master utility.

5.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings

Configuring BitTorrent Download Settings

How to configure BitTorrent download tasks, speed limits, and encryption.

5.4.2 NZB settings

Configuring NZB Settings

How to set up a USENET server for downloading NZB files.

6 Troubleshooting

6.1 Basic Troubleshooting Steps

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

6.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Troubleshooting Wireless Connection Issues

Addresses problems with client wireless connection, 5GHz band, and DHCP server.

Internet Access and Credential Issues

Solutions for no internet access and forgotten SSID or network password.

Cannot access Web GUI

Web GUI Access Troubleshooting

Steps to disable proxy, set TCP/IP, and resolve issues preventing web GUI access.

Appendices

Regulatory Notices and Warnings

Information on FCC compliance, radiation exposure, and important warnings.

GNU General Public License Details

Provides the full text and terms of the GNU General Public License.

ASUS Contact Information

Global ASUS Contact Details

Provides contact information for ASUS support across different regions.

Networks Global Hotline Information

Global Support Hotline Numbers and Hours

Lists hotline numbers and service hours for ASUS support worldwide.

ASUSTeK COMPUTER ROG Rapture GT-AC5300 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandASUS
ModelROG Rapture GT-AC5300
CategoryWireless Router
Wireless Standards802.11a/b/g/n/ac
RAM1 GB
Flash Memory256 MB
SecurityWPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise, WPS support
Frequency Band2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
Antennas8 x external antennas
VPN SupportIPSec, PPTP, L2TP
FeaturesGame Accelerator, AiProtection, Adaptive QoS
Maximum Wireless Speed5334 Mbps (1000 Mbps on 2.4 GHz + 2167 Mbps on 5 GHz + 2167 Mbps on 5 GHz)
Ports8 x Gigabit LAN, 1 x Gigabit WAN, 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0
Processor1.8 GHz quad-core processor