® RT-AC68R Wireless-AC1900 Dual Band Gigabit Router 8R Quick Start Guide NOTE: For more details, refer to the user manual included in the support CD. E8616 / First Edition / August 2013 E8616_RT-AC68R_QSG_new.
English Package contents RT-AC68R Network cable (RJ-45) Support CD (User Manual) AC adapter Quick Start Guide NOTE: If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. A quick look at your RT-AC68R 8R 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 1) LAN 1~4 LED 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 6) Power LED 14 11) USB 3.0/2.0 ports 2) WAN (Internet) LED 7) WPS button 12) WAN port 3) USB 3.0/2.0 LED 8) Wi-Fi On/Off button 13) LED On/Off button 4) 2.
NOTES: • The wireless router works with most USB HDDs/Flash disks up to 2TB and supports read-write access for FAT16, FAT32, EXT2, EXT3, and NTFS. • To safely remove the USB disk, launch the web GUI (http://192.168.1.1), then in the Network Map page's upper right corner, click the USB icon and click Eject USB 3.0 / USB 2.0. • I ncorrect removal of the USB disk may cause data corruption. • F or the list of file system and hard disk partitions that the wireless router supports, visit http://event.
English Installing your router IMPORTANT: Before installing the router, ensure that Internet connection is available 1. Position your wireless router. For the optimal wireless transmission between the wireless router and connected wireless devices, ensure that you: • Place the wireless router in a centralized area for a maximum wireless coverage for the network devices. • Keep the wireless router away from metal obstructions and away from direct sunlight. • Keep the wireless router away from 802.
2. Prepare your modem. English a. Unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet and disconnect it from your cable/ADSL modem. b. Disconnect the network cable from your cable/ADSL modem. c. Reboot your computer (recommended). Modem c OFF! a b WARNING! Before disconnecting the wires/cables, ensure that your cable/ADSL modem has been turned off for at least two minutes. If your modem has a backup battery, remove it as well. 3. Set up your wireless environment.
English a. Insert your wireless router’s AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet. b. Using another network cable, connect your modem to your wireless router’s WAN port. c. Insert your modem’s AC adapter to the the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet. d. Using the bundled network cable, connect your computer to your wireless router’s LAN port. Ensure that the WAN and LAN LEDs are blinking. NOTE: You can also set up RT-AC68R using a mobile device such as smartphone or tablet PC.
To set up your router using QIS ((Quick Internet Setup): 1. Press the power button at the back of your router. Ensure that the Power, LAN and WAN LEDs are on. 2. Launch your web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Google Chrome, or Safari. English Setting up your router using the Quick Internet Setup Wizard ASUS RT-AC68R NOTE: If QIS does not launch automatically, enter http://192.168.1.1 or http://router.asus.com in the address bar and refresh the browser again. 3.
English Setup of router (RT-AC68R) administrator password Login name: Login password: 4. The wireless router’s Quick Internet Setup (QIS) feature automatically detects if your ISP connection type is Dynamic IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, and Static IP. Please obtain the necessary information about your Internet connection type from your Internet Service Provider (ISP). If your connection type is Dynamic IP (DHCP), QIS wizard will automatically direct you to the next step.
English 5. Assign the network name (SSID) and security key for your 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless connection. Click Apply when done. 6. Your Internet and wireless settings are displayed. Click Next to continue. 7. Read the wireless network connection tutorial. When done, click Finish. NOTES: • You can assign a network name with up to 32 characters. • Watch the setup tutorial video if needed. E8616_RT-AC68R_QSG_new.
English Setting up your router using a mobile device (optional) You can also use your mobile device such as a smartphone or a tablet PC to set up RT-AC68R through QIS wizard. The QIS wizard will automatically switch to the mobile version if you use a smartphone or a tablet PC to launch it. To set up your router using a mobile device: 1. Turn on RT-AC68R. RT-AC68R 2. Enable Wi-Fi function of your mobile device. 3. Search for the SSID ASUS, which is the default SSID of your RT-AC68R wireless network.
6. The QIS feature automatically detects if your ISP connection type is Dynamic IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, and Static IP. Enter the necessary information that your Internet Service Provider (ISP) has provided. If your connection type is Dynamic IP (DHCP), QIS wizard will automatically direct you to the next step. RT-AC68R English NOTE: If your connection type is Static IP, choose Static IP and click Next. Enter the IP address, subnet mask, default gateway and DNS server information provided by your ISP.
English 8. Your Internet and wireless settings are displayed. Click Next to continue. 9. Read the wireless network connection tutorial. When done, click Finish. NOTES: You can assign a network name with up to 32 characters. Connect to the wireless network There are two ways for your wireless clients (notebook, tablet PC, smartphone and so on) to connect to RT-AC68R’s wireless network. Connect to the wireless network manually To connect to the wireless network manually: 1.
Managing the router via the ASUSWRT web GUI English Your wireless router comes with the intuitive ASUSWRT web graphical user interface. ASUSWRT allows you to easily configure its various features through a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome. NOTE: Use the search bar on the bottom of the interface to get more information from ASUS technical support site http://support.asus.com. IMPORTANT: • For more details on using your router's Web GUI, refer to the user manual.
English AiCloud ASUS AiCloud app provides you with access to your data wherever and whenever you have an Internet connection. It also allows you to access your ASUS WebStorage account via the AiCloud mobile app on your iOS or Android device, or via a web browser. To install AiCloud: 1. Ensure that your router’s firmware version is the latest one and supports AiCloud. 2. Download AiCloud app from Google Play or App Store. 3. Install your USB storage device to your router.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Ensure that your PC's proxy settings are disabled and your PC'S IP address is obtained from the DHCP server automatically. for details on disabling the proxy settings, visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com. For details on using the DHCP server to obtain IP addresses automatically, refer to your Windows® or Mac operating system's help feature. The client cannot establish a wireless connection with the router.
English • • Check if the ADSL or Cable connection is correct. Retry using another Ethernet cable. If the ADSL “LINK” light blinks continuously or stays off, Internet access is not possible - the Router is unable to establish a connection with the ADSL network. • • • Ensure that all your cables are all properly connected . Disconnect the power cord from the ADSL or cable modem, wait a few minutes, then reconnect the cord.
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm Federal Communications Commission Statement English ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment.
English Prohibition of Co-location This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. IMPORTANT NOTE: Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
Additional Canadian information on RF exposure also can be found at the following web http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/smt-gst.nsf/eng/sf08792.html Canada, avis d’Industry Canada (IC) Cet appareil numérique de classe B est conforme aux normes canadiennes ICES-003 et RSS-210. English This device has been certi ed for use in Canada. Status of the listing in the Industry Canada’s REL (Radio Equipment List) can be found at the following web address: http://www.ic.gc.ca/app/sitt/reltel/srch/nwRdSrch.
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