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  • Page 1 User Guide RT-AX59U RT-AX59U Dual Band Wi-Fi Router Dual Band Wi-Fi Router...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Getting to know your wireless router Welcome! ..................7 Package contents .................7 Your wireless router ..............8 Positioning your router ............10 Setup Requirements ..............11 Getting started Router Setup ................12 Wired connection ..............13 Wireless connection .............14 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Auto-detection ... 16 Connecting to your wireless network ........
  • Page 4 Table of contents AiProtection ................38 3.6.1 Configuring AiProtection ...........39 3.6.2 Malicious Sites Blocking ............41 3.6.3 Two-Way IPS ................42 3.6.4 Infected Device Prevention and Blocking ....43 Firewall ..................44 3.7.1 General ..................44 3.7.2 URL Filter ..................44 3.7.3 Keyword filter .................45 3.7.4 Network Services Filter ............46 Guest Network ................
  • Page 5 Utilities Device Discovery ..............104 Firmware Restoration ............105 Setting up your printer server ..........106 4.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing ..........106 4.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer ..........110 Download Master ..............115 4.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings ....116 4.4.2 NZB settings ................. 117...
  • Page 6 Troubleshooting Basic Troubleshooting ............118 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ........120 Appendices Safety Notices ..................139 Service and Support ................141...

  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your Wireless Router

    Network cable (RJ-45) Quick Start Guide NOTES: • If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact ASUS for technical inquiries and support. Refer to Service and Support at the back of this user manual. • Keep the original packaging material in case you would need...

  • Page 8: Your Wireless Router

    1.3 Your wireless router LAN 1~3 ports Connect network cables into these ports to establish LAN connection. WAN (Internet)port Connect a network cable into this port to establish WAN connection. USB 3.2 Gen 1 port Insert a USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 compatible device such as USB hard disk, USB flash drive, Smartphone or Printer into this port USB 2.0 port Insert a USB USB 2.0 compatible device such as USB hard disk, USB flash drive,...
  • Page 9 Solid red: Your RT-AX59U has no Internet connection Your node is disconnected from the router Solid yellow: The signal between your RT-AX59U router and the node is weak NOTES: • Use only the adapter that came with your package. Using other adapters may damage the device.

  • Page 10: Positioning Your Router

    • 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 detachable...

  • Page 11: Setup Requirements

    1.5 Setup Requirements To set up your wireless network, you need a computer that meets the following system requirements: • Ethernet RJ-45 (LAN) port (10Base-T/100Base- TX/1000BaseTX) • IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax wireless capability • An installed TCP/IP service • Web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome NOTES: •...

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    • Use a wired connection when setting up your wireless router to avoid possible setup problems. • Before setting up your ASUS wireless router, do the following: • If you are replacing an existing router, disconnect it from your network.

  • Page 13: Wired Connection

    To set up your wireless router via wired connection: 1. Prepare your ASUS router and power it on. 2. The web GUI launches automatically when you open a web browser. If it does not auto-launch, enter http://www.asusrouter.com...

  • Page 14: Wireless Connection

    To set up your wireless router via wireless connection: 1. Plug your router into a power outlet and power it on. Smart phone Tablet Laptop Modem RT-AX59U LINE RESET Wall Power Outlet Power 2. Connect to the network name (SSID) shown on the product label on the back side of the router.
  • Page 15 XX refers to the last two digits of 2.4GHz MAC address. You can find it on the label on the back of your ASUS router. 3. Once connected, the web GUI launches automatically when you open a web browser. If it does not auto-launch, enter http://www.asusrouter.com.

  • Page 16: Quick Internet Setup (Qis) With Auto-Detection

    Reset button on your wireless router to reset it to its factory default settings. To use QIS with auto-detection: 1. Launch a web browser. You will be redirected to the ASUS Setup Wizard (Quick Internet Setup). If not, key in http://www.asusrouter.com manually.
  • Page 17 NOTES: • The auto-detection of your ISP connection type takes place when you configure the wireless router for the first time or when your wireless router is reset to its default settings. • If QIS failed to detect your Internet connection type, click Skip to manual setting and manually configure your connection settings.
  • Page 18 4. On the Login Information Setup page, change the router’s login password to prevent unauthorized access to your wireless router. NOTE: The wireless router's login username and password is different from the 2.4GHz/5GHz network name (SSID) and security key. The wireless router's login username and password allows you to log into your wireless router's Web GUI to configure your wireless router's settings.

  • Page 19: Connecting To Your Wireless Network

    2.3 Connecting to your wireless network After setting up your wireless router via QIS, you can connect your computer or other smart devices to your wireless network. To connect to your network: 1. On your computer, click the network icon in the notification area to display the available wireless networks.

  • Page 20: Configuring The General And Advanced Settings

    Advanced Settings Advanced Settings 3.1 Logging into the Web GUI Your ASUS Wireless Router comes with an intuitive web graphical user interface (GUI) that allows you to easily configure its various features through a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome.
  • Page 21 Top command buttons Information banner QIS - Smart Connect Wizard Navigation panel NOTE: If you are logging into the Web GUI for the first time, you will be directed to the Quick Internet Setup (QIS) page automatically.

  • Page 22: Adaptive Qos

    3.2 Adaptive QoS This feature ensures bandwidth for prioritized tasks and apps. To configure Adaptive QoS: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Adaptive QoS > QoS. 2. From the Enable QoS pane, click ON. 3. Select the QoS Type (Adaptive QoS, Traditional QoS or Bandwidth limiter) for your configuration.

  • Page 23: Administration

    • Repeater mode: In Repeater mode, RT-AX59U wirelessly connects to an existing wireless network to extend the wireless coverage. In this mode, the firewall, IP sharing, and...

  • Page 24: System

    Smart TVs and gaming consoles can be connected via ethernet. • AiMesh Node: This setup requires at least two ASUS routers which support AiMesh. Enable AiMesh node, and log in AiMesh router web UI to search for available AiMesh nodes nearby to join your AiMesh system.

  • Page 25: Firmware Upgrade

    Yes in the Only allow specific IP item. 3. Click Apply. 3.3.3 Firmware Upgrade NOTE: Download the latest firmware from the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com To upgrade the firmware: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings >...
  • Page 26 • To restore from a saved system settings file, click Browse to locate your file, then click Upload. IMPORTANT! If issues occur, upload the latest firmware version and configure new settings. Do not restore the router to its default settings.

  • Page 27: Aicloud 2.0

    To use AiCloud: 1. From Google Play Store or Apple Store, download and install the ASUS AiCloud app to your smart device. 2. Connect your smart device to your network. Follow the instructions to complete the AiCloud setup process.

  • Page 28: Cloud Disk

    3.4.1 Cloud Disk To create a cloud disk: 1. Insert a USB storage device into the wireless router. 2. Turn on Cloud Disk. 3. Go to http://www.asusrouter.com and enter the router login account and password. For better user experience, we recommend that you use Google Chrome or Firefox.
  • Page 29 4. You can now start accessing Cloud Disk files on devices connected to the network. NOTE: When accessing the devices that are connected to the network, you need to enter the device’s user name and password manually, which will not be saved by AiCloud for security reason.

  • Page 30: Smart Access

    The Smart Access function allows you to easily access your home network via your router’s domain name. NOTES: • You can create a domain name for your router with ASUS DDNS. For more details, refer to section 3.18.6 DDNS. • By default, AiCloud provides a secure HTTPS connection. Key in https://[yourASUSDDNSname].asuscomm.com for a very secure...

  • Page 31: Aicloud Sync

    1. Launch AiCloud, click AiCloud Sync > Go. 2. Select ON to enable AiCloud Sync. 3. Click Add new account. 4. Enter your ASUS WebStorage account password and select the directory that you want to sync with WebStorage. 5. Click Apply.

  • Page 32: Aimesh

    3.5 AiMesh 3.5.1 Before setting Preparing to setup an AiMesh Wi-Fi system 1. Two (2) ASUS routers (models supporting AiMesh: https://www.asus.com/AiMesh/). 2. Assign one as AiMesh router, and another one as AiMesh node. NOTE: If you have multiple AiMesh routers, we recommend using the router with the highest specifications as your AiMesh router and the others as AiMesh nodes.
  • Page 33 AiMesh router 1) Refer to the other router Quick Start Guide to connect your AiMesh router to your PC and modem, and then log in into the web GUI. Modem AiMesh router AiMesh node Logout/Reboot AiMesh Router 2) Go to Network Map page, click AiMesh icon and then Search for your extending AiMesh node.
  • Page 34 3) Click Search, it will automatically search for your AiMesh node. When the AiMesh node shows on this page, click it to add it into the AiMesh system. NOTE: If you cannot find any AiMesh node, please go to TROUBLE SHOOTING. 4) A message is displayed when synchronization is completed.

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    Power on your AiMesh node and connect it to your PC via a network cable. iii. Launch a web GUI. You will be redirected to the ASUS Setup Wizard. If not, navigate to http://www.asusrouter.com iv. Go to Administration > Firmware Upgrade. Click on Choose File, and upload the AiMesh-supported firmware.

  • Page 36: Relocation

    3.5.4 Relocation The best performance: Locate your AiMesh node and router at the best place. NOTES: • To minimize interference, keep the routers away from devices like cordless phones, Bluetooth devices and microwave ovens. • We recommend that you place the routers in an open or spacious location.

  • Page 37: Faqs (Frequently Asked Questions)

    3.5.5 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Q1: Does the AiMesh router support Access Point mode? A: Yes. You can choose to set the AiMesh router as router mode or access point mode. Please go to web GUI (http://www. asusrouter.com), and go to the page Administration > Operation Mode.

  • Page 38: Aiprotection

    3.6 AiProtection AiProtection provides real-time monitoring that detects malware, spyware, and unwanted access. It also filters unwanted websites and apps and allows you to schedule Internet access time for a connected device.

  • Page 39: Configuring Aiprotection

    3.6.1 Configuring AiProtection AiProtection prevents network exploits and secures your network from unwanted access. To Configure AiProtection: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > AiProtection. 2. From the AiProtection main page, click Network Protection. 3. From the Network Protection tab, click Scan. The search results are displayed on the Router Security Assessment page.
  • Page 40 IMPORTANT! Items marked with Yes on the Router Security Assessment page are considered to be safe. 4. (Optional) From the Router Security Assessment page, manually configure the items marked as No, Weak, or Very Weak. To do this: Click an item to go to the item’s setting page. From the item’s security settings page, configure and make the necessary changes and click Apply when done.

  • Page 41: Malicious Sites Blocking

    3.6.2 Malicious Sites Blocking This feature restricts access to known malicious websites in the cloud database for an always-up-to-date protection. NOTE: This function is automatically enabled if you run the Router Weakness Scan. To enable Malicious Sites Blocking: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > AiProtection. 2.

  • Page 42: Two-Way Ips

    3.6.3 Two-Way IPS This feature resolves common exploits within the router configuration. NOTE: This function is automatically enabled if you run the Router Weakness Scan. To enable Two-Way IPS: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > AiProtection. 2. From the AiProtection main page, click Two-Way IPS.

  • Page 43: Infected Device Prevention And Blocking

    3.6.4 Infected Device Prevention and Blocking This feature prevents infected devices from communicating personal information or infected status to external parties. NOTE: This function is automatically enabled if you run the Router Weakness Scan. To enable infected device prevention and blocking: 1.

  • Page 44: Firewall

    3.7 Firewall The wireless router can serve as a hardware firewall for your network. NOTE: The Firewall feature is enabled by default. 3.7.1 General To set up basic Firewall settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Firewall >...

  • Page 45: Keyword Filter

    3.7.3 Keyword filter Keyword filter blocks access to webpages containing specified keywords. To set up a keyword filter: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Firewall > Keyword Filter. 2. On the Enable Keyword Filter field, select Enabled. 3.

  • Page 46: Network Services Filter

    3.7.4 Network Services Filter The Network Services Filter blocks LAN to WAN packet exchanges and restricts network clients from accessing specific web services such as Telnet or FTP. To set up a Network Service filter: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Firewall >...

  • Page 47: Guest Network

    The Guest Network provides temporary visitors with Internet connectivity via access to separate SSIDs or networks without providing access to your private network. NOTE: RT-AX59U supports up to six SSIDs (three 2.4GHz and three 5GHz). To create a guest network: 1.
  • Page 48 4. To change a guest’s settings, click the guest settings you want to modify. Click Remove to delete the guest’s settings. 5. Assign a wireless name for your temporary network on the Network Name (SSID) field. 6. Select an Authentication Method. 7.

  • Page 49: Ipv6

    IP addresses. This standard is not yet widely available. Contact your ISP if your Internet service supports IPv6. Configure the IPv6 Internet setting of RT-AX59U. To set up IPv6: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > IPv6.

  • Page 50: Lan

    3.10 LAN 3.10.1 LAN IP The LAN IP screen allows you to modify the LAN IP settings of your wireless router. NOTE: Any changes to the LAN IP address will be reflected on your DHCP settings. To modify the LAN IP settings: 1.

  • Page 51: Dhcp Server

    DHCP Server. 2. In the Enable the DHCP Server field, tick Yes. 3. In the RT-AX59U’s Domain Name text box, enter a domain name for the wireless router. 4. In the IP Pool Starting Address field, key in the starting IP...
  • Page 52 5. In the IP Pool Ending Address field, key in the ending IP address. 6. In the Lease Time (seconds) field, specify in seconds when an assigned IP address will expire. Once it reaches this time limit, the DHCP server will then assign a new IP address. NOTES: •...

  • Page 53: Route

    3.10.3 Route If your network makes use of more than one wireless router, you can configure a routing table to share the same Internet service. NOTE: We recommend that you do not change the default route settings unless you have advanced knowledge of routing tables. To configure the LAN Routing table: 1.

  • Page 54: Iptv

    3.10.4 IPTV The wireless router supports connection to IPTV services through an ISP or a LAN. The IPTV tab provides the configuration settings needed to set up IPTV, VoIP, multicasting, and UDP for your service. Contact your ISP for specific information regarding your service.

  • Page 55: Network Map

    3.11 Network Map Network Map allows you to configure your network’s security settings, manage your network clients, and monitor your USB device. You can monitor the CPU status of each core, the RAM usage status and the Ethernet ports status. The following is an example of the CPU, RAM and Ethernet ports usage status.
  • Page 56 Port status: Allows you to check Ethernet ports and USB ports.

  • Page 57: Setting Up The Wireless Security Settings

    3.11.1 Setting up the wireless security settings To protect your wireless network from unauthorized access, you need to configure its security settings. To set up the wireless security settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network Map. 2.

  • Page 58: Managing Your Network Clients

    3.11.2 Managing your network clients To manage your network clients: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network Map. 2. On the Network Map screen, select the Clients icon to display your network client’s information. 3. Click View List below the Clients icon to display all the clients. 4.

  • Page 59: Monitoring Your Usb Device

    3.11.3 Monitoring your USB device The ASUS wireless router provides two USB ports for connecting USB devices or USB printer to allow you to share files and printer with clients in your network. NOTES: • To use this feature, you need to plug a USB storage device, such as a USB hard disk or USB flash drive, to the USB 3.0/2.0 ports on...
  • Page 60 To monitor your USB device: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network Map. 2. On the Network Map screen, select the USB Disk Status icon to display your USB device’s information. 3. On the AiDisk Wizard field, click GO to set up an FTP server for Internet file sharing.

  • Page 61: Parental Controls

    3.12 Parental Controls Parental Controls allows you to control the Internet access time or set the time limit for a client’s network usage. To configure Parental Controls: From the navigation panel, go to General > Parental Controls.
  • Page 62 Web & Apps Filters Web & Apps Filters is a feature of Parental Controls that allows you to block access to unwanted web sites or applications. To configure Web & Apps Filters: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Parental Controls >...
  • Page 63 Time Scheduling Time Scheduling allows you to set the time limit for a client’s network usage. NOTE: Ensure that your system time is synchronized with the NTP server. To configure Time Scheduling: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Parental Controls >...

  • Page 64: Smart Connect

    3.13 Smart Connect Smart Connect is designed to automatically steer clients to one of three radios (2.4GHz and 5GHz) to maximize total wireless throughput use. 3.13.1 Setting up Smart Connect You can enable Smart Connect from the Web GUI through the following two ways: •...

  • Page 66: System Log

    3.14 System Log System Log contains your recorded network activities. NOTE: System log resets when the router is rebooted or powered off. To view your system log: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > System Log. 2. You can view your network activities in any of these tabs: •...

  • Page 67: Traffic Analyzer

    3.15 Traffic Analyzer Traffic Analyzer gives you an at-a-glance view of what’s happening on your network on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. It lets you to quickly see each user’s bandwidth usage or the device or app used, helping you reduce the bottlenecks in your Internet connection.
  • Page 68 3. Select the date whose chart you want to display 4. On the Display for field, select Router or Apps to display the traffic information. 5. On the Show by field, select how you want to display the traffic information.

  • Page 69: Usb Application

    USB hard disk or USB flash drive, in the USB 3.0 port on the rear panel of your wireless router. Ensure that the USB storage device is formatted and partitioned properly. Refer to the ASUS website at http://event.asus.com/2009/networks/disksupport/ for the file system support table.

  • Page 70: Using Aidisk

    3.16.1 Using AiDisk AiDisk allows you to share files stored on a connected USB device through the Internet. AiDisk also assists you with setting up ASUS DDNS and an FTP server. To use AiDisk: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > USB Application, then click the AiDisk icon.
  • Page 71 4. Create your domain name via the ASUS DDNS services, read the Terms of Service and then select I will use the service and accept the Terms of service and key in your domain name. When done, click Next. You can also select Skip ASUS DDNS settings then click Next to skip the DDNS setting.

  • Page 72: Using Servers Center

    3.16.2 Using Servers Center Servers Center allows you to share the media files from the USB disk via a Media Server directory, Samba share service, or FTP share service. You can also configure other settings for the USB disk in the Servers Center. Using Media Server Your wireless router allows UPnP-supported devices to access multimedia files from the USB disk connected to your wireless...
  • Page 73 Using Network Place (Samba) Share service Network Place (Samba) Share allows you to set up the accounts and permissions for the Samba service. To use Samba share: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > USB Application > Network Place (Samba) Share / Cloud Disk. NOTE: Network Place (Samba) Share is enabled by default.
  • Page 74 To delete an existing account: a) Select the account that you want to delete. b) Click . c) When prompted, click Delete to confirm the account deletion. To add a folder: a) Click . b) Enter the folder name, and click Add. The folder that you created will be added to the folder list.
  • Page 75 Using the FTP Share service FTP share enables an FTP server to share files from USB disk to other devices via your local area network or via the Internet. IMPORTANT! • Ensure that you safely remove the USB disk. Incorrect removal of the USB disk may cause data corruption.
  • Page 76 To use FTP Share service: Ensure that you have set up your FTP server through NOTE: AiDisk. For more details, refer to the section 3.16.1 Using AiDisk. 1. From the navigation panel, click General > USB Application > FTP Share. 2.
  • Page 77 3G/4G USB modems can be connected to the router to allow Internet access. NOTE: For a list of verified USB modems, please visit: http://event.asus.com/2009/networks/3gsupport/ To set up 3G/4G internet access: 1. From the navigation panel, click General > USB application >...

  • Page 78: Vpn

    3.17 VPN A virtual private network (VPN) provides a secure communication with a remote computer or network over a public network such as the Internet. NOTE: Before setting up a VPN connection, you would need the IP address or domain name of the VPN server. 3.17.1 VPN Server To set up access to a VPN server: 1.

  • Page 79: Vpn Fusion

    3.17.2 VPN Fusion VPN Fusion allows you to connect to multiple VPN servers simultaneously and assign your client devices to connect to different VPN tunnels. Some devices like set-top boxes, smart TVs and Blu-ray players do not support VPN software. This feature provides VPN access to such devices in a home network without having to install VPN software, while your smartphone remains connected to Internet not VPN.

  • Page 80: Instant Guard

    3.17.3 Instant Guard Instant Guard runs your own private VPN server on your own router. When you use a VPN tunnel, all your data passes through the server. With Instant Guard, you’re in total control of your own server, making it the safest possible solution.

  • Page 81: Wan

    3.18 WAN 3.18.1 Internet Connection The Internet Connection screen allows you to configure the settings of various WAN connection types. To configure the WAN connection settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > WAN > Internet Connection. 2.
  • Page 82 • WAN Connection Type: Choose your Internet Service Provider type. The choices are Automatic IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP or static IP. Consult your ISP if the router is unable to obtain a valid IP address or if you are unsure the WAN connection type.
  • Page 83 • Contact your ISP and update the MAC address associated with your ISP service. • Clone or change the MAC address of the ASUS wireless router to match the MAC address of the previous networking device recognized by the ISP.

  • Page 84: Dual Wan

    3.18.2 Dual WAN Your ASUS wireless router provides dual WAN support. You can set the dual WAN feature to any of these two modes: • Failover Mode: Select this mode to use the secondary WAN as the backup network access.

  • Page 85: Port Trigger

    3.18.3 Port Trigger Port range triggering opens a predetermined incoming port for a limited period of time whenever a client on the local area network makes an outgoing connection to a specified port. Port triggering is used in the following scenarios: •...
  • Page 86 • Trigger Port: Specify a trigger port to open the incoming port. • Protocol: Select the protocol, TCP, or UDP. • Incoming Port: Specify an incoming port to receive inbound data from the Internet. • Protocol: Select the protocol, TCP, or UDP. 5.

  • Page 87: Virtual Server/Port Forwarding

    3.18.4 Virtual Server/Port Forwarding Port forwarding is a method to direct network traffic from the Internet to a specific port or a specific range of ports to a device or number of devices on your local network. Setting up Port Forwarding on your router allows PCs outside the network to access specific services provided by a PC in your network.
  • Page 88 • You will need a client outside your LAN but has Internet access (referred to as “Internet client”). This client should not be connected to the ASUS router. • On the Internet client, use the router’s WAN IP to access the server.
  • Page 89 to run applications that would normally require manually forwarding the same ports to each PC on the network. • Port triggering is more secure than port forwarding since the incoming ports are not open all the time. They are opened only when an application is making an outgoing connection through the trigger port.

  • Page 90: Dmz

    3.18.5 DMZ Virtual DMZ exposes one client to the Internet, allowing this client to receive all inbound packets directed to your Local Area Network. Inbound traffic from the Internet is usually discarded and routed to a specific client only if port forwarding or a port trigger has been configured on the network.

  • Page 91: Ddns

    DNS name rather than WAN IP address. • Server and Host Name: Choose ASUS DDNS or other DDNS. If you want to use ASUS DDNS, fill in the Host Name in the format of xxx.asuscomm.com (xxx is your host name).

  • Page 92: Nat Passthrough

    • Enable wildcard: Enable wildcard if your DDNS service requires one. NOTES: DDNS service will not work under these conditions: • When the wireless router is using a private WAN IP address (192.168.x.x, 10.x.x.x, or 172.16.x.x), as indicated by a yellow text. •...

  • Page 93: Wireless

    3.19 Wireless 3.19.1 General The General tab allows you to configure the basic wireless settings. To configure the basic wireless settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Wireless > General. 2. Select 2.4GHz or 5GHz as the frequency band for your wireless network.
  • Page 94 3. If you want to use the Smart Connect function, move the slider to ON in the Enable Smart Connect field. This function automatically connect the clients in your network to the appropriate band 2.4GHz or 5GHz for optimal speed. 4.

  • Page 95: Wps

    3.19.2 WPS WPS (WiFi Protected Setup) is a wireless security standard that allows you to easily connect devices to a wireless network. You can configure the WPS function via the PIN code or WPS button. NOTE: Ensure that the devices support WPS. To enable WPS on your wireless network: 1.
  • Page 96 4. In the WPS Method field, select Push button or Client PIN Code. If you select Push button, go to step 5. If you select Client PIN Code, go to step 6. 5. To set up WPS using the router’s WPS button, follow these steps: a.

  • Page 97: Bridge

    ASUS wireless router. It can also be considered as a wireless repeater where your ASUS wireless router communicates with another access point and other wireless devices.
  • Page 98 • HYBRID: Enables the Wireless Bridge feature and allows other wireless devices/stations to connect to the router. NOTE: In Hybrid mode, wireless devices connected to the ASUS wireless router will only receive half the connection speed of the Access Point.

  • Page 99: Wireless Mac Filter

    3.19.4 Wireless MAC Filter Wireless MAC filter provides control over packets transmitted to a specified MAC (Media Access Control) address on your wireless network. To set up the Wireless MAC filter: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Wireless >...

  • Page 100: Radius Setting

    3.19.5 RADIUS Setting RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial In User Service) Setting provides an extra layer of security when you choose WPA- Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise, or Radius with 802.1x as your Authentication Mode. To set up wireless RADIUS settings: 1. Ensure that the wireless router’s authentication mode is set to WPA-Enterprise or WPA2-Enterprise.

  • Page 101: Professional

    3.19.6 Professional The Professional screen provides advanced configuration options. NOTE: We recommend that you use the default values on this page. In the Professional settings screen, you can configure the following: • Band: Select the frequency band that the professional settings will be applied to.
  • Page 102 • Enable wireless scheduler: Select Yes to enable and configure wireless scheduler. Select No to disable wireless scheduler. • Date to Enable Radio (weekdays): You can specify which days of the week wireless networking is enabled. • Time of Day to Enable Radio: You can specify a time range when wireless networking is enabled during the week.
  • Page 103 • RTS Threshold: Select a lower value for RTS (Request to Send) Threshold to improve wireless communication in a busy or noisy wireless network with high network traffic and numerous wireless devices. • DTIM Interval: DTIM (Delivery Traffic Indication Message) Interval or Data Beacon Rate is the time interval before a signal is sent to a wireless device in sleep mode indicating that a data packet is awaiting delivery.

  • Page 104: Utilities

    Utilities Utilities NOTES: • Download and install the wireless router's utilities from the ASUS website: • Device Discovery v1.4.7.1 at http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ASUS/ LiveUpdate/Release/Wireless/Discovery.zip • Firmware Restoration v1.9.0.4 at http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ ASUS/LiveUpdate/Release/Wireless/Rescue.zip • Windows Printer Utility v1.0.5.5 at http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ ASUS/LiveUpdate/Release/Wireless/Printer.zip • The utilities are not supported on MAC OS.

  • Page 105: Firmware Restoration

    4.2 Firmware Restoration Firmware Restoration is used on an ASUS Wireless Router that failed during its firmware upgrading process. It uploads the firmware that you specify. The process takes about three to four minutes. IMPORTANT! Launch the rescue mode on the router before using the Firmware Restoration utility.

  • Page 106: Setting Up Your Printer Server

    4.3 Setting up your printer server 4.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing ASUS EZ Printing Sharing utility allows you to connect a USB printer to your wireless router’s USB port and set up the print server. This allows your network clients to print and scan files...
  • Page 107 NOTE: The print server function is supported on Windows® 7/8/8.1/10/11. To set up the EZ Printer sharing mode: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > USB Application > Network Printer Server. 2. Click Download Now! to download the network printer utility. NOTE: Network printer utility is supported on Windows®...
  • Page 108 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your hardware, then click Next. 5. Wait a few minutes for the initial setup to finish. Click Next. 6. Click Finish to complete the installation.
  • Page 109 7. Follow the Windows OS instructions to install the printer ® driver. 8. After the printer’s driver installation is complete, network clients can now use the printer.

  • Page 110: Using Lpr To Share Printer

    4.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer You can share your printer with computers running on Windows® and MAC operating system using LPR/LPD (Line Printer Remote/ Line Printer Daemon). Sharing your LPR printer To share your LPR printer: 1. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Devices and Printers >...
  • Page 111 3. Select Create a new port then set Type of Port to Standard TCP/IP Port. Click Next. 4. In the Hostname or IP address field, key in the IP address of the wireless router then click Next.
  • Page 112 5. Select Custom then click Settings. 6. Set Protocol to LPR. In the Queue Name field, key in LPRServer then click OK to continue.
  • Page 113 7. Click Next to finish setting up the standard TCP/IP port. 8. Install the printer driver from the vendor-model list. If your printer is not in the list, click Have Disk to manually install the printer drivers from a CD-ROM or file.
  • Page 114 9. Click Next to accept the default name for the printer. 10. Click Finish to complete the installation.

  • Page 115: Download Master

    4.4 Download Master Download Master is a utility that helps you download files even while your laptops or other devices are switched off. NOTE: You need a USB device connected to the wireless router to use Download Master. To use Download Master: 1.

  • Page 116: Configuring Bit Torrent Download Settings

    5. Use the navigation panel to configure the advanced settings. 4.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings To configure BitTorrent download settings: 1. From Download Master’s navigation panel, click Bit Torrent to launch the Bit Torrent Setting page. 2. Select a specific port for your download task. 3.

  • Page 117: Nzb Settings

    4.4.2 NZB settings You can set up a USENET server to download NZB files. After entering USENET settings, Apply.
  • Page 118 1. Launch the Web GUI. Go to Advanced Settings > Administration > Firmware Upgrade. Click Check to verify if the latest firmware is available. 2. If the latest firmware is available, visit the ASUS global website at https://rog.asus.com/networking/rog-rapture-RT-AX59U- model/helpdesk_download to download the latest firmware.
  • Page 119 Check if your network settings are correct. • Each client on the network should have a valid IP address. ASUS recommends that you use the wireless router’s DHCP server to assign IP addresses to computers on your network. • Some cable modem service providers require you to use the MAC address of the computer initially registered on the account.
  • Page 120 5.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) I cannot access the router GUI using a web browser • If your computer is wired, check the Ethernet cable connection and LED status as described in the previous section. • Ensure that you are using the correct login information. Ensure that the Caps Lock key is disabled when you enter the login information.
  • Page 121 The client cannot establish a wireless connection with the router. NOTE: If you are having issues connecting to 5GHz network, make sure that your wireless device supports 5GHz or features dual band capabilities. • Out of Range: • Move the router closer to the wireless client. •...
  • Page 122 • SSID has been hidden. If your device can find SSIDs from other routers but cannot find your router’s SSID, go to Advanced Settings > Wireless > General, select No on Hide SSID, and select Auto on Control Channel.
  • Page 123 • If you are using a wireless LAN adapter, check if the wireless channel in use conforms to the channels available in your country/area. If not, adjust the channel, channel bandwidth, and wireless mode. • If you still cannot connect to the router wirelessly, you can reset your router to factory default settings.
  • Page 124 Internet is not accessible. • Check if your router can connect to your ISP’s WAN IP address. To do this, launch the web GUI and go to General> Network Map, and check the Internet Status. • If your router cannot connect to your ISP’s WAN IP address, try restarting your network as described in the section Restart your network in following sequence under Basic Troubleshooting.
  • Page 125 How to restore the system to its default settings? • Go to Administration > Restore/Save/Upload Setting, and click Restore. The following are the factory default settings: Enable DHCP: Yes (if WAN cable is plugged in) IP address: http://www.asusrouter.com (or 192.168.50.1) Domain Name: (Blank) Subnet Mask:...
  • Page 126 Cannot access Web GUI Before configuring your wireless router, do the steps described in this section for your host computer and network clients. Disable the proxy server, if enabled. Windows ® 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer to launch the browser. 2.
  • Page 127 MAC OS 1. From your Safari browser, click Safari > Preferences > Advanced > Change Settings... 2. From the Network screen, deselect FTP Proxy and Web Proxy (HTTP). 3. Click Apply Now when done. NOTE: Refer to your browser's help feature for details on disabling the proxy server.
  • Page 128 2. Click Properties to display the Ethernet Properties window. 3. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) or Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6), then click Properties. 4. To obtain the IPv4 IP settings automatically, tick Obtain an IP address automatically. To obtain the IPv6 IP settings automatically, tick Obtain an IPv6 address automatically.
  • Page 129 MAC OS 1. Click the Apple icon located on the top left of your screen. 2. Click System Preferences > Network > Configure... 3. From the TCP/IP tab, select Using DHCP in the Configure IPv4 dropdown list. 4. Click Apply Now when done.
  • Page 130 Appendices Appendices GNU General Public License Licensing information This product includes copyrighted third-party software licensed under the terms of the GNU General Public License. Please see The GNU General Public License for the exact terms and conditions of this license. All future firmware updates will also be accompanied with their respective source code.
  • Page 131 When we speak of free software, we are referring to freedom, not price. Our General Public Licenses are designed to make sure that you have the freedom to distribute copies of free software (and charge for this service if you wish), that you receive source code or can get it if you want it, that you can change the software or use pieces of it in new free programs;...
  • Page 132 Finally, any free program is threatened constantly by software patents. We wish to avoid the danger that redistributors of a free program will individually obtain patent licenses, in effect making the program proprietary. To prevent this, we have made it clear that any patent must be licensed for everyone’s free use or not licensed at all.
  • Page 133 You may charge a fee for the physical act of transferring a copy, and you may at your option offer warranty protection in exchange for a fee. 2. You may modify your copy or copies of the Program or any portion of it, thus forming a work based on the Program, and copy and distribute such modifications or work under the terms of Section 1 above, provided that you also meet all of...
  • Page 134 These requirements apply to the modified work as a whole. If identifiable sections of that work are not derived from the Program, and can be reasonably considered independent and separate works in themselves, then this License, and its terms, do not apply to those sections when you distribute them as separate works.
  • Page 135 c) Accompany it with the information you received as to the offer to distribute corresponding source code. (This alternative is allowed only for noncommercial distribution and only if you received the program in object code or executable form with such an offer, in accord with Subsection b above.) The source code for a work means the preferred form of the work for making modifications to it.
  • Page 136 Therefore, by modifying or distributing the Program (or any work based on the Program), you indicate your acceptance of this License to do so, and all its terms and conditions for copying, distributing or modifying the Program or works based on it.
  • Page 137 range of software distributed through that system in reliance on consistent application of that system; it is up to the author/ donor to decide if he or she is willing to distribute software through any other system and a licensee cannot impose that choice.
  • Page 138 NO WARRANTY 11 BECAUSE THE PROGRAM IS LICENSED FREE OF CHARGE, THERE IS NO WARRANTY FOR THE PROGRAM, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW. EXCEPT WHEN OTHERWISE STATED IN WRITING THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND/OR OTHER PARTIES PROVIDE THE PROGRAM “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
  • Page 139 15 cm (6 inches) between implanted medical devices and ASUS products to reduce the risk of interference. • Kindly use ASUS products in good reception conditions to minimize the radiation's level. • Keep the device away from pregnant women and the lower abdomen of the teenager.
  • Page 140 WARNING! • DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. • DO NOT place or drop objects on the top of the product. Avoid exposing the product to mechanical shock such as crushing, bending, puncturing or shredding. • DO NOT disassemble, open, microwave, incinerate, paint, or shove any foreign objects into this product.
  • Page 141 Service and Support Visit our multi-language website at https://www.asus.com/support.

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