Asus RT-N56U User manual
RT-N56U
Extreme Performance in Style
Dual-band Wireless-N
Gigabit Router
The ultra-thin and stylish RT-N56U
features a 2.4GHz and 5GHz dual
bands for an unmatched concurrent
wireless HD streaming; built-in ASUS
Download Master that support HTTP,
FTP, and BT protocols for uninterrupted
download tasks; 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.
User Guide
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E6486
Fourth Edition
April 2011
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Table of contents
1 A quick look
Package contents ...............................................................5
Your wireless router ..........................................................5
Mounting placement .........................................................7
2 Creating your network
Positioning your router .....................................................8
What you need...................................................................9
Setting up your wireless router......................................10
Wired connection..........................................................10
Wireless connection.......................................................11
Before you proceed .........................................................12
A. Disable the proxy server, if enabled.........................12
B. Set the TCP/IP settings to automatically obtain
an IP address..........................................................14
C. Disable the dial-up connection, if enabled. .............15
3 ConguringviathewebGUI
Logging into the web GUI...............................................16
Setting up the Internet connection ................................18
Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with auto-detection ..............18
Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) ................................20
Setting up the wireless security settings .......................22
Managing your network clients .....................................24
Monitoring your USB device...........................................25
Using your router as a UPnP Media Server....................27
Using AiDisk for an FTP Server and
Network Neighborhood setup ..................................28
Managing EZQoS Bandwidth..........................................31
Configuring the Advanced settings................................33
Setting up the DHCP Server...........................................33
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Table of contents
Upgrading the firmware ................................................35
Restoring/Saving/Uploading settings ..............................36
Sharing files from a USB storage device .........................37
Setting up your network printer ....................................42
4 Usingtheutilities
Device Discovery..............................................................46
Firmware Restoration ......................................................47
Download Master ............................................................48
5 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting...............................................................52
ASUS DDNS Service..........................................................55
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)................................55
Appendices
Notices ..............................................................................57
ASUS Contact information ..............................................69
Networks Global Hotline Information............................70
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1 A quick look
Your wireless router
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-N56U Wireless Router Network cable (RJ-45)
Power adapter Quick Start Guide
Support CD (Manual, utility software) Warranty card
1USB LED
Off: No power or no physical connection.
On: Has physical connection to USB devices.
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2LAN LED
Off: No power or no physical connection.
On: Has physical connection to a local area network (LAN).
3WAN LED
Off: No power or no physical connection.
On: Has physical connection to a wide area network (WAN).
45GHz LED / 2.4GHz LED
Off: No 5GHz or 2.4GHz signal.
On: Wireless system is ready.
Flashing: Transmitting or receiving data via wireless connection.
5Power LED
Off: No power.
On: Device is ready.
Flashing slow: Rescue mode
Flashing quick: WPS is processing.
6USB 2.0 ports
Insert USB 2.0 devices such as USB hard disks or USB flash drives into these ports.
Insert your iPad’s USB cable into one of these ports to charge your iPad.
7Reset button
This button resets or restores the system to its factory default settings.
8LAN 1 ~ 4 ports
Connect network cables into these ports to establish LAN connection.
Yellow LED: 1000Mbps connection.
Green LED: 10Mbps/100Mbps connection.
Flashing: Transmitting or receiving data via wired connection.
9WAN (Internet) port
Connect a network cable into this port to establish WAN connection.
Yellow LED: 1000Mbps connection.
Green LED: 10Mbps/100Mbps connection.
Flashing: Transmitting or receiving data via wired connection.
10 Power (DC-In) port
Insert the bundled AC adapter into this port and connect your router to a power
source.
11 WPS button
This button launches the WPS Wizard.
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Mounting placement
NOTES:
• Use only the adapter that came with your package. Using
other adapters may damage the device.
• Specifications:
DC Power adapter DC Input: +19V with max 1.58A current;
+12V with max 2A current
Operating
Temperature 0~40oCStorage 0~70oC
Operating
Humidity 50~90% Storage 20~90%
To mount the wireless router into
its stand:
1. Locate the two mounting holes at
the bottom of the wireless router.
2. Latch the stand’s two mounting
hooks to the wireless router’s
mounting holes.
3. Slide the wireless router to
direction of the arrow to secure it
to its stand.
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2 Creating your network
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.
• For the best front-to-rear coverage, place the wireless router
in an upright position.
• For the best up-and-down coverage, place the wireless router
in an inclined position.
• Always update to the latest firmware. Visit the ASUS website
at http://www.asus.com to get the latest firmware
updates.
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What you need
To set up your network, you need one or two computers that
meet the following system requirements:
• Ethernet RJ-45 (LAN) port (10Base-T/100Base-TX/
1000BaseTX)
• IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n wireless capability
• An installed TCP/IP service
• Web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or
Google Chrome
NOTES:
• If your computer does not have built-in wireless capabilities,
you may install an IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN adapter to
your computer to connect to the network.
• With its dual band technology, your wireless router supports
2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless signals simultaneously. This
allows you to do Internet-related activities such as Internet
surfing or reading/writing e-mail messages using the 2.4GHz
band while simultaneously streaming high-definition audio/
video files such as movies or music using the 5GHz band.
• If you are using only one computer with single band
IEEE 802.11b/g/n WLAN adapter, you will only be able to
use the 2.4GHz band.
• If you are using only one computer with dual band
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN adapter, you will be able to use
the 2.4GHz or 5GHz band.
• If you are using two computers with both
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN adapters, you will be able to use
both 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands simultaneously.
• The Ethernet RJ-45 cables that will be used to connect the
network devices should not exceed 100 meters.
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Setting up your wireless router
Wired connection
IMPORTANT!
• Use wired connection in setting up your wireless router to
avoid possible setup problems due to wireless uncertainty.
• Before setting up your ASUS wireless router, do the
following:
• If you are replacing an existing router, disconnect it from
your network.
• Disconnect the cables/wires from your existing modem
setup. If your modem has a backup battery, remove it as
well.
• Reboot your computer (recommended).
NOTE: Your wireless router has an integrated auto-crossover
function, so use either straight-through or crossover cable for
wired connection.
Modem
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To set up your wireless router via wired connection:
1. Insert your wireless router’s AC adapter to the DC-In port and
plug it to a power outlet.
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