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Conventions used in this guide
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following
symbols used throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING:
Information to prevent injury to yourself when
completing a task.
CAUTION:
Information to prevent damage to the components when
completing a task
IMPORTANT:
Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE:
Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
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If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
Getting to know your
wireless router
Package contents
Check the following items in your ASUS Wireless Router package.
RT-N10U Wireless Router x1
Power adapter x1
Support CD x1
RJ-³5 cable x1
USB cable x1
Quick Start Guide x1
Warranty card x1
System requirements
Before installing the ASUS Wireless Router, ensure that your system/network
meets the following requirements:
•
An Ethernet RJ-³5 port (10Base-T/100Base-TX)
•
At least one IEEE 80±.11b/g/n device with wireless capability
•
An installed TCP/IP and Internet browser
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Before you proceed
Take note of the following guidelines before installing the ASUS Wireless Router:
•
The length of the Ethernet cable that connects the device to the network
(hub, ADSL/cable modem, router, wall patch) must not exceed 100 meters.
•
Place the device on a flat and stable surface as far from the ground as
possible.
•
Keep the device clear from metal obstructions and away from direct
sunlight.
•
Keep the device away from transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent
lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators, and other industrial equipment to
prevent signal loss.
•
Place the device at the center of the network to provide ideal coverage for
all wireless mobile devices.
•
Install the device at least ±0cm away from the user in accordance
with the RF Guidelines for Human Exposure adopted by the Federal
Communications Commission.
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Status indicators
LED
Status
Indication
Off
No power
On
System ready
Flashing
Rescue mode
Off
No power or no physical connection
On
Has physical connection to an Ethernet network
Flashing
Transmitting or receiving data (through Ethernet
cable)
Off
No power or no physical connection
On
Has physical connection to an Ethernet network
Flashing
Transmitting or receiving data (through Ethernet
cable)
Off
No power
On
Wireless system ready
Flashing
Transmitting or receiving data (wireless)
Flashing
WPS processing
Off
No power or no physical connection
On
External USB device installed.
Hardware features
Top panel
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Rear panel
Item
Description
1
Reset button
Press this button for more than five seconds to reset the system to
its factory default settings.
2
Power switch
Press this button to turn the power on/off.
3
Power (DC-In) port
Insert the AC adapter into this port to connect your router to a
power source.
4
WAN port
Connect an RJ-³5 Ethernet cable to this port to establish WAN
connection.
5
LAN 1 ~ 4 ports
Connect RJ-³5 Ethernet cables to these ports to establish LAN
connection.
6
WPS button
Press this button to establish wireless connection.
7
USB 2.0 port
Insert a USB device into this port.
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