TUF Gaming TUFAX5400 - Wireless Router ASUS - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	ASUS
Model	TUF Gaming TUFAX5400
Product type	Wireless Router
Wi-Fi Standards	802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), dual band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz)
Antennas	6 external adjustable antennas
Ports	4 Gigabit LAN ports, 1 Gigabit WAN port, 1 USB 3.2 Gen1 port
Buttons	WPS, Reset, Power
Power supply	DC power adapter 12V / 2.5A
Operating temperature	0°C to 40°C
Operating humidity	50% to 90%
Configuration	Via web interface (http://router.asus.com) or ASUS Router mobile app
Security	Password protection, Wi-Fi encryption (WPA2/WPA3)
Package contents	Router, power adapter, RJ-45 network cable, quick start guide
Care and cleaning	Disconnect before cleaning, use a soft dry cloth
Spare parts and repairability	Contact ASUS support for any replacement

Frequently Asked Questions - TUF Gaming TUFAX5400 ASUS

How to configure my TUF Gaming TUFAX5400 router?

Connect the router to your modem using the network cable, then plug in the power. Open a browser and go to http://router.asus.com or use the ASUS Router app. Follow the on-screen instructions to set a password and your Wi-Fi settings.

What is the default IP address to access the management interface?

The default address is http://router.asus.com. Make sure you are connected to the router's network (wired or Wi-Fi).

How to reset the router to factory settings?

Press and hold the Reset button (located on the back) for about 5 seconds until the lights flash. The router will reboot with default settings.

What are the default SSID and Wi-Fi password?

The default SSID is ASUS_XX (where XX corresponds to the last two digits of the 2.4 GHz MAC address). The default password is printed on the label on the back of the router.

What to do if I forgot the administration interface password?

Perform a hard reset (Reset button) to restore factory settings, then log in with the default credentials.

How to update the router firmware?

Access the management interface, go to Administration > Firmware Update. You can check online or download the file from the ASUS website and upload it.

Can I use the router with a DSL modem?

Yes, connect the DSL modem to the router's WAN port. You will need the credentials provided by your ISP to configure the Internet connection.

How to orient the antennas for better coverage?

The six external antennas should be oriented vertically or tilted at 45° for optimal coverage. Avoid metal obstacles and electronic devices.

Where to find ASUS technical support?

The technical support website is https://www.asus.com/fr/support. You will find downloads, FAQ, and customer service contact information.

Which devices are compatible with the ASUS Router app?

The ASUS Router app is available on iOS and Android. It allows you to configure and manage the router easily from a smartphone or tablet.

USER MANUAL TUF Gaming TUFAX5400 ASUS

Quick Start Guide

U18187 / First Edition / April 2021

Table of contents

English....3

Arabic....9

Bulgarian....15

Croatian....21

Czech....27

Danish....33

Dutch....39

Estonian....45

French....51

Finnish....57

German....63

Greek....69

Hungarian 75

Italian 81

Lithuanian....87

Latvian....93

Norwegian....99

Portuguese....105

Polish....111

Russian....117

Romanian....123

Spanish....129

Serbian 135

Slovak....141

Slovenian....147

Swedish 153

Turkish 159

Ukrainian....165

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Package contents

TUF-AX5400 Wireless Router AC adapter Network cable (RJ-45) Quick Start Guide

A quick look at TUF-AX5400

1 WAN (Internet) LED Power button	7
2 LAN 1 ~ 4 LEDs USB 3.2 Gen 1 port	8
3 5GHz LED LAN 1 ~ 4 ports	9
4 2.4GHz LED WAN (Internet) port	10
5 Power LED WPS button	11
6 Power (DC-IN) port Reset button	12

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 six 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: +12V with 2.5A 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 TUF-AX5400

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.

Wi-Fi Name (SSID): ASUS_XX

* XX refers to the last two digits of the 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 the 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 the 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:

FAQ

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

• Technical support site: https://www.asus.com/support - Customer hotline: refer to the Support Hotline section in this Quick Start Guide.

Package contents

Notes:

3. Turn on the modem/DSL

B. Wireless connection

NOTE:

C. Wireless connection

Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX

NOTES:

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

Adapter DC napajanja	DC izlaz: +12 V s maksimalnom strujom od 2,5 A
Radna temperatura	0 ~ 40 °C Pohrana 0 ~ 70		°C
Radna vlažnost 50~90% Pohrana 20~90%

Preparing the modem

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

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

Setting up the TUF-AX5400 device

You can set up the TUF-AX5400 via a wired or wireless connection.

A. Wired connection

B. Wireless connection

Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX

* XX refers to the last two digits of the 2.4 GHz MAC address. You can find them on the label on the back of the TUF-AX5400 device.

1. To set up the router, you can choose the web GUI or the ASUS Router app.

a. Web GUI setup

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

b. App setup

NOTE:

NOTES:

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How to set up your router

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Dutch

Installing the router

B. Wireless connection

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b. App settings

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B. Wireless connection

Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX

b. App settings

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B. Wi-Fi connection

b. Configuration via the app

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B. Wireless connection

Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX

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Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX

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B. Wireless connection

Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX

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Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX

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Wi-Fi network name (SSID): ASUS_XX

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TUF-AX5400 setup

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

NOTES:

Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX

1 WAN (Internett) LED Strømbryter	7
2 LAN 1~4 LED USB 3.2 Gen 1-porter	8
3 5GHz LED LAN 1~4 porter	9
4 2,4GHz LED WAN (Internett) porter	10
5 Strøm LED WPS-knapp	11
6 Strømport (DC) Reset (Nullstill)-knapp	12

Place the router

NOTES:

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

Set up TUF-AX5400

1. The web interface starts automatically when you open a browser. If not, go to http://router.asus.com.
2. Set a password on the router to prevent unauthorized access.

b. Setup with app

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

NOTES:

Configure the TUF-AX5400

B. Wireless connection

NOTES:

NOTES:

Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX

NOTE:

NOTES:

NOTES:

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

Adapter za jednosmernu struju	Izlaz jednosmerne struje: +12 V sa maks. strujom od 2,5 A
Radna temperatura	0°C–40°C Skladištenje	0°C–70°C
Radna vlažnost	50%–90% Skladištenje	20%–90%

Preparing your modem

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

Setting up your TUF-AX5400

1. The network GUI starts automatically when you open an internet browser. If it does not start automatically, enter http://router.asus.com.
2. Set a password for your router to prevent unauthorized access.

Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX

b. App setup

NOTES:

1. Turn on the cable/DSL modem.
2. Check the LED indicators on the DSL modem/power cable and make sure the connection is active.

b. App Setup

NOTES:

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

B. Wireless connection

Wi-Fi network name (SSID): ASUS_XX

NOTES:

Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX

b. App setup

NOTES:

Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX

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

NOTES:

Wi-Fi name (SSID): ASUS_XX

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70°C~0°C	הכלה	40°C~0°C	הכלה הכלה
90%~20%	הכלה	90%~50%	הכלה הכלה

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