RTAX68U - Wireless Router ASUS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (AX) Wireless Router
Brand	ASUS
Model	RT-AX68U
Network Standards	IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Frequency Bands	2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Maximum Speed	Up to 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz) + 1201 Mbps (5 GHz)
Ports	1 Gigabit WAN port, 4 Gigabit LAN ports, 1 USB 2.0 port, 1 USB 3.0 port
Antennas	4 adjustable external antennas
Power	DC power adapter: 19 V, 1.75 A max
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature	0°C to 70°C
Operating Humidity	50% to 90% RH
Storage Humidity	20% to 90% RH
Wireless Security	WPA2-PSK, WPA3-PSK, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise
Advanced Functions	MU-MIMO, OFDMA, QoS, VPN (PPTP, OpenVPN), firewall, parental controls
Package Contents	Router, power adapter, RJ-45 Ethernet cable, quick start guide
Weight (estimated)	Approximately 500 g
Dimensions (estimated)	220 x 120 x 40 mm

Frequently Asked Questions - RTAX68U ASUS

How to set up my RT-AX68U router for the first time?

Plug in the router, connect your computer via Ethernet to the LAN port, open a browser and go to http://router.asus.com. Follow the setup wizard to set the password and Wi-Fi settings.

How to change the Wi-Fi password of my RT-AX68U?

Log in to the management interface via http://router.asus.com, go to Wireless > General, change the WPA pre-shared key, then apply the changes.

How to update the firmware of the RT-AX68U?

Access the management interface, go to Administration > Firmware Update, click Check to search for updates, then install the latest version.

What to do if I forgot the login password for the router interface?

Press and hold the Reset button on the back of the router for about 10 seconds until the LEDs flash. The settings will be reset to factory defaults.

How to set up the guest network on the RT-AX68U?

In the management interface, go to Wireless > Guest Network, enable the guest network for each band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) and set a password if desired.

How to open a port on the RT-AX68U?

Log in to the interface, go to Port Forwarding or NAT > Forwarding Rules, add a rule with the external and internal port, the IP address of the target device, and enable it.

The WAN LED does not light up, what to do?

Check that the Ethernet cable between the modem and router is properly connected. Restart the modem and router. If the problem persists, try another cable or contact your ISP.

How to optimize the Wi-Fi coverage of the RT-AX68U?

Place the router in the center of the room, elevated, away from metal obstacles and electronic devices. Orient the antennas vertically for better coverage.

Can I use the RT-AX68U as an access point?

Yes, log in to the interface, go to Administration > Operation Mode, select Access Point, then configure it as needed.

How to back up the router configuration?

In the management interface, go to Administration > Restore/Save, click Save to save a configuration file.

USER MANUAL RTAX68U ASUS

U16675 / First Edition / June 2020

Table of contents

English....3

Bulgarian....9

Croatian....15

Czech....21

Danish 27

Dutch 33

Estonian 39

French 45

Finnish....51

German....57

Greek....63

Hungarian 69

Italian 75

Lithuanian 81

Latvian....87

Norwegian....93

Portuguese....99

Polish....105

Russian....111

Romanian 117

Spanish....123

Serbian 129

Slovak 135

Slovenian....141

Swedish 147

Turkish 153

Ukrainian....159

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Package contents

√ RT-AX68U Wireless Router AC adapter √ Network cable (RJ-45) Quick Start Guide

A quick look at RT-AX68U

1 LAN LED Reset button	8
2 WAN (Internet) LED Power switch	9
3 5GHz LED USB 2.0 port	10
4 2.4GHz LED USB 3.0 port	11
5 Power LED WAN (Internet) port	12
6 Power (DCIN) port LAN 1 ~ 4 ports	13
7 WPS button

Position your wireless router

For optimal wireless transmission between the wireless router and connected wireless devices, ensure that you:

• Place the wireless router in a centralized area for 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 802.11g or 20MHz only Wi-Fi devices, 2.4GHz computer peripherals, Bluetooth devices, cordless phones, transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators, and other industrial equipment to prevent signal interference or loss. • 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 non-detachable antennas as shown in the drawing below.

NOTES:

• Use only the adapter that came with your package. Using other adapters may damage the device.
• Specifications:

DC Power adapter DC Output: +19V with 1.75A current
Operating Temperature	0~40 °C Storage	0~70	°C
Operating Humidity	50~90% Storage	20~90%

Preparing your modem

1. Unplug the power cable/DSL modem. If it has a battery backup, remove the battery.

NOTE: If you are using DSL for Internet, you will need your username/password from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) to properly configure the router.

1. Connect your modem to the router with the bundled network cable.

1. Power on your cable/DSL modem.
2. Check your cable/DSL modem LED lights to ensure the connection is active.

Setting up your RT-AX68U

You can set up your router via wired or wireless connection.

A. Wired connection

1. Plug your router into a power outlet and power it on. Connect the network cable from your computer to a LAN port on your router.

1. The web GUI launches automatically when you open a web browser. If it does not auto-launch, enter http://router.asus.com.
2. Set up a password for your router to prevent unauthorized access.

B. Wireless connection

1. Plug your router into a power outlet and power it on.

1. Connect to the network with SSID shown on the product label on the back side of the router. For better network security, change to a unique SSID and assign a password.

2.4G Wi-Fi Name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

5G Wi-Fi Name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

* XX refers to the last two digits of 2.4GHz MAC address. You can find it on the label on the back of your router.

1. You can choose either the web GUI or ASUS Router app to set up your router. a. Web GUI Setup

- Once connected, the web GUI launches automatically when you open a web browser. If it does not auto-launch, enter http://router.asus.com.

- Set up a password for your router to prevent unauthorized access.

b. App Setup

Download ASUS Router App to set up your router via your mobile devices.

• Turn on Wi-Fi on your mobile devices and connect to your router's network.
• Follow ASUS Router App setup instructions to complete the setup.

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Remembering your wireless router settings

- Remember your wireless settings as you complete the router setup.

Router Name: Password:
2.4 GHz network SSID: Password:
5GHz network SSID: Password:

FAQFAQ

1. Where can I find more information about the wireless router?

• Online FAQ site: https://www.asus.com/support/faq • Technical support site: https://www.asus.com/support - Customer hotline: refer to the Support Hotline section in this Quick Start Guide - You can get the user manual online at https://www.asus.com/support

2,4G Wi-Fi име (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

5G Wi-Fi име (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

NOTE:

• Use only the adapter that came with the package. Using other adapters may damage the device.
• Technical specifications:

Adapter DC napajanja	DC izlaz: +19 V s maksimalnom strujom od 1,75 A
Radna temperatura 0 ~	40 °C Pohrana 0 ~ 70		°C
Radna vlažnost 50~90%	Pohrana 20~90%

Preparing the modem Preparing the modem

1. Unplug the power cable/DSL modem. If there is battery power, remove the battery.

1. Plug in the cable/DSL modem.
2. Check the LED indicators on the cable/DSL modem to verify connection activity.

Setting up the RT-AX68U device Setting up the RT-AX68U device

You can set up the RT-AX68U via a wired or wireless connection.

A. Wired connection

B. Wireless connection

Name for 2.4G Wi-Fi (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

5G Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

b. App setup

NOTE:

REMARKS:

NOTE:

2.4G Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

5G Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

b. App setup

Downloaded on the App Store

ASUS Router

NOTES:

2.4G Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

5G Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

b. App setup

REMARKS:

B. Wi-Fi Connection

b. Configuration via the app

NOTE:

B. Wireless Connection

2.4G Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

5G Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

NOTES:

2.4G WLAN name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

5G WLAN name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

NOTES:

B. Wireless Connection

2.4G Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

5G Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

NOTES:

2.4G Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

5G Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

NOTE:

2.4G Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

5G Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

PASSWORD:

B. Wireless connection 1. Connect the router to a power outlet and turn it on.

NOTES:

2.4G Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

5G Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

NOTES:

1. Turn on the cable/DSL modem.
2. Check the LED on the cable/DSL modem to ensure the connection is active.

Setting up RT-AX68U Setting up RT-AX68U

2.4GHz Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

5GHz Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

* XX refers to the last two digits of the MAC address. You can find it on the label on the back of the RT-AX68U.

1. You can choose either the web user interface or the ASUS Router app to configure the router.

b. Setup with app

Download the ASUS Router app to configure the router via a mobile device.

Download on the App Store

Q ASUS Router

NOTES:

B. Wireless connection

NOTES:

NOTES:

NOTE:

Nume rețea Wi-Fi 2,4 GHz (SSID):	ASUS_XX_2G
Nume rețea Wi-Fi 5 GHz (SSID):	ASUS_XX_5G

b. Setup via app

NOTES:

Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

Wi-Fi 5GHz name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

NOTE:

• Use only the adapter that came with the package. Using other adapters may damage the device.
• Specifications:

Adapter za jednosmernu struju	Izlaz jednosmerne struje: +19 V sa maks. strujom od 1,75 A
Radna temperatura 0°C–40°C Skladištenje 0°C–70°C
Radna vlažnost 50%–90% Skladištenje 20%–90%

Preparing your modem Preparing your modem

1. Plug in your cable/DSL modem.
2. Check the LED lights on your cable/DSL modem to verify that the connection is active.

Setting up your RT-AX68U Setting up your RT-AX68U

B. Wireless connection 1. Plug your router into a power outlet and turn it on.

2.4G Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

5G Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

b. App setup

NOTES:

1. Plug in the cable/DSL modem.
2. Check the LED lights on the DSL modem / power cable and make sure the connection is active.

B. Wireless connection 1. Plug the router into an electrical outlet and turn it on.

b. App Setup

OPOMBE:

2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

5 GHz Wi-Fi network name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

NOTES:

2,4 G Wi-Fi-namn (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

5 G Wi-Fi-namn (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

b. App Setup

- Technical support: https://www.asus.com/support

- Customer hotline: See the support hotline screens in the Supplement Guide

NOTES:

2.4 GHz Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

5 GHz Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

2.4 GHz Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G

5 GHz Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G

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20MHz 802.11g Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz, 2.4GHz, Bluetooth,

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