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Troubleshooting
6.1
Basic Troubleshooting
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6.2
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Appendices
Notices 118
ASUS Contact information
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Networks Global Hotline Information
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Table of contents
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1
Getting to know your wireless
router
1.1
Welcome!
Thank
you for purchasing an ASUS RT-AC88U Wireless Router!
The ultra-thin and stylish RT-AC88U features 2.4GHz and 5GHz
dual bands for an unmatched concurrent wireless HD streaming;
SMB server, UPnP AV server, and FTP server for 24/7 file sharing;
a capability to handle 300,000 sessions; and the ASUS Green
Network Technology, which provides up to 70% power-saving
solution.
1.2
Package contents
NOTES:
•
If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact ASUS for technical
inquiries and support, Refer to the ASUS Support Hotline list at the
back of this user manual.
•
Keep the original packaging material in case you would need future
warranty services such as repair or replacement.
RT-AC88U Wireless Router
AC adapter
Network cable (RJ-45)
Quick Start Guide
Support CD (
Manual
)
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1.3
Your wireless router
USB 3.0 port
Insert USB 3.0 devices such as USB hard disks or USB flash drives into this port.
Power LED
Off
: No power.
On
: Device is ready.
Flashing slow
: Rescue mode
5GHz LED / 2.4GHz LED
Off
: No 2.4GHz or 5GHz signal.
On
: Wireless system is ready.
Flashing
: Transmitting or receiving data via wireless connection.
WAN (Internet) LED
Red
: No IP or no physical connection.
On
: Has physical connection to a wide area network (WAN).
LAN 1~8 LED
Off
: No power or no physical connection.
On
: Has physical connection to a local area network (LAN).
USB 3.0 LED
Off
: No USB 3.0 device connected.
Flashing
: USB 3.0 devices are running.
USB 2.0 LED
Off
: No USB 2.0 device connected.
Flashing
: USB 2.0 devices are running.
WPS LED
Off
: WPS verification process is off or completed.
Flashing
: WPS verification process is activated.
WiFi
WPS
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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 max 2.37A/3.42A current
Operating
Temperature
0~40
o
C
Storage
0~70
o
C
Operating Humidity
50~90%
Storage
20~90%
WPS LED On/Off button
Press this button to turn on/off the WPS LED on the panel.
Wi-Fi On/Off button
Press this button to turn on /off the Wi-Fi connection.
Reset button
This button resets or restores the system to its factory default settings.
WPS button
This button launches the WPS Wizard.
USB 2.0 port
Insert USB 2.0 devices such as USB hard disks or USB flash drives into this port.
LAN 1 ~ 8 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.
Power (DC-IN) port
Insert the bundled AC adapter into this port and connect your router to a power source.
Power button
Press this button to power on or off the system.
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1.4
Positioning your router
For the best wireless signal transmission between the wireless
router and the network devices connected to it, ensure that you:
•
Place the wireless router in a centralized area for a maximum
wireless coverage for the network devices.
•
Keep the device away from metal obstructions and away from
direct sunlight.
•
Keep the device 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
to get the latest firmware updates.
•
To ensure the best wireless signal,orient the four detachable
antennas as shown in the drawing below.
45°
45°
WiFi
WPS
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