How do I set up my ASUS RT-AC86U (AC2900) router? (ASUS RT-AC86U Dual Band Gigabit Wireless Router Quick guide ASUS RT-AC86U Dual Band Gigabit Wireless Router Quick guide)

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Dec 05, 2024 - 12:33 AM

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To set up your ASUS RT-AC86U router, follow these steps:

1. Preparing your modem:
- Unplug the power cable/DSL modem and remove the battery if it has one.
- If you're using DSL for the internet, make sure you have your username and password from your ISP.
- Connect your modem to the router using the bundled network cable.
- Power on your cable/DSL modem and check the LED lights to ensure the connection is active.

2. Setting up your router:
- You can set up your router via a wired or wireless connection.
- For a wired connection, plug your router into a power outlet and connect the network cable from your computer to a LAN port on the router.
- The web GUI should launch automatically when you open a web browser. If not, enter http://router.asus.com.
- Set up a password for your router to prevent unauthorized access.

3. For a wireless connection:
- Plug your router into a power outlet and power it on.
- Connect to the network name (SSID) shown on the product label on the back of the router.
- For better security, change the SSID and assign a password.
- Once connected, the web GUI should launch automatically. If not, enter http://router.asus.com.
- Set up a password for your router to prevent unauthorized access.

Remember to save your wireless router settings, including the router name, passwords, and network SSIDs.

For more information and troubleshooting, refer to the ASUS RT-AC86U (AC2900) Dual-band Gigabit Wireless Router Quick Start Guide or visit the ASUS support website at http://support.asus.com/faq.