Page 3 - Table of contents; Overview
3 Table of contents 1 Overview 5 Package contents ........................................................................................ 5Hardware features ....................................................................................... 6 2 Setting up your wireless network 9 Positioning you...
Page 4 - Using the utilities
4 Table of contents 4 Using the utilities 3 7 Device Discovery ....................................................................................... 37Firmware Restoration ............................................................................... 39 5 Troubleshooting 4 1 Troubleshooting ........
Page 5 - Package contents; • If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact ASUS for
5 1 Overview Package contents • 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 o...
Page 6 - Hardware features; Front; Status indicators
Hardware features Front P Status indicators LED Status Indication Power Off No power On System ready Flashing slowly Rescue mode Wireless Off No power On Wireless system ready Flashing Transmitting or receiving data (wireless) WPS Flashing WPS in progress WAN Wide Area Network Off No power or no phy...
Page 7 - Rear
Rear Label Description Reset Press this button for more than five seconds to restore the system to its factory default settings. Power Press this button to power on/off the wireless router. Insert the AC adapter into this port to connect your router to a power source. LAN1-LAN4 Connect RJ-45 Etherne...
Page 8 - Bottom panel
8 Item Description 1 Mounting hooks Use the mounting hooks to mount your router on concrete or wooden surfaces using two round head screws. 2 Air vents These vents provide ventilation to your router. Bottom panel Mounting the wireless router to a wall is not recommended as it reduces wireless perfor...
Page 9 - Positioning your router
2 Setting up your wireless network Positioning your router To get the best wireless network performance from your wireless router, follow the recommendations below: • Place the wireless router at the center of your network for maximum wireless coverage. • Keep the device away from metal obstructions...
Page 11 - To set up a network using a wired connection:; Wired connection; Ensure that the LAN LED is blinking.
11 . Using the bundled network cable, connect your computer to your wireless router’s LAN port. To set up a network using a wired connection: 1. Insert your wireless router’s AC adapter to the DC-In port and plug it to a power outlet. Wired connection Your wireless router supports both a straight-th...
Page 12 - Wireless connection; To set up your wireless network:; Insert your wireless router’s AC adapter to the DC-In port and; • For details on connecting to a wireless network, refer to the; Setting up wireless security.
1 Wireless connection To set up your wireless network: 1. Insert your wireless router’s AC adapter to the DC-In port and plug it to a power outlet. Using the bundled network cable, connect your modem to your wireless router’s WAN port. 3. Insert your modem’s AC adapter to the DC-In port and plug it ...
Page 13 - Windows
13 Before you proceed A. Disable any configured proxy servers. Windows ® 7 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer . . Click Tools > Internet options > Connections tab > LAN settings. Before configuring your wireless router, apply the steps described in this section to each computer on the ne...
Page 14 - MAC OSX; and
14 3. From the Local Area Network (LAN) Settings window, uncheck Use a proxy server for your LAN . 4. Click OK then Apply . MAC OSX 1. From your Apple Safari browser, click Safari > Preferences > Advanced . On the Proxies item, click Change Settings ... . From the Network screen, uncheck FTP P...
Page 15 - . On the Network Connections
15 B. Configure TCP/IP settings to automatically obtain an IP address. Windows ® 7 1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Change adapter settings . . On the Network Connections window, click on Local Area Connection . 3. On the Local Area Con...
Page 17 - on the
1 MAC OSX 1. Click Apple Menu > System Preferences > Network . Click Ethernet on the left panel. 3. On the Configure IPv4, item select Using DHCP . 4. Cllick Apply .
Page 18 - then
18 C. Disable dial-up networking Windows ® 7 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer . . Click Tools > Internet Options > Connections tab. 3. Tick Never dial a connection . 4. Click Apply then OK .
Page 19 - Logging in to the web GUI; To log in to the web GUI:; Launch your web browser and manually key in the wireless; admin
1 3 Network configuration using the web GUI Logging in to the web GUI Your ASUS Wireless Router uses a web-based user interface that allows you to configure the router using any web browser such as Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, or Google Chrome. To log in to the web GUI: 1. Launc...
Page 20 - Setting up the Internet connection; The wireless router GUI provides access to various
0 Setting up the Internet connection When setting up the Internet connection for the first time, press the Reset button on your wireless router to reset it to its factory default settings. 3. The wireless router GUI provides access to various configuration settings.
Page 21 - Next; • If QIS failed to launch automatically, manually launch your; on the navigation panel.
1 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with auto-detection The Quick Internet Setup (QIS) feature guides you in quickly setting up your Internet connection. To use QIS with auto-detection: 1. Launch a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, or Google Chrome. . Quick Internet Setu...
Page 22 - To set up a wireless network with Internet access, use; Wireless
3. Key in a new administrator password to prevent unauthorized access to the router. Click Next. 4. Select Wireless router mode, Repeater mode, or Access Point (AP) mode. Click Next. To set up a wireless network with Internet access, use Wireless router mode.
Page 23 - Skip; and manually configure your connection; The wireless router will attempt to identify your connection
3 Obtain the necessary information about your Internet connection type and additional login information from your Internet Service Provider. • Auto-detection of your ISP connection type takes place when you configure the wireless router for the first time or when your wireless router is reset to its...
Page 24 - Apply; . A summary of your network settings will be displayed. Click
4 . In the Wireless setting screen, key in a network name (SSID) and assign a security key for your wireless connection. Click Apply . . A summary of your network settings will be displayed. Click Next to continue.
Page 26 - Setting up wireless security; To set up the wireless security settings:; on your web browser.; . The wireless router’s web GUI; System Status; area displays
Setting up wireless security To protect your wireless network from unauthorized access, you need to configure your router’s security settings. To set up the wireless security settings: 1. Key in 192.168.1.1 on your web browser. . On the login screen, key in the default user name ( admin ) and passwo...
Page 27 - Authentication Method; dropdown list, select the
4. On the Wireless name (SSID) field, key in a unique name for your wireless network. 5. From the Authentication Method dropdown list, select the encryption method for your wireless network. . Key in your security passkey.. Click Apply . The IEEE 80.11n standard prohibits using High Throughput with ...
Page 28 - Creating your Guest Network; To create your guest network:; Enable; To configure additional options, click any of the items listed.
8 Creating your Guest Network Setting up a Guest Network provides wireless Internet connectivity for temporary visitors while restricting access to your private network. To create your guest network: 1. Click Guest Network on the navigation panel. . Click Enable . 3. To configure additional options,...
Page 30 - Your bandwidth information is available from your ISP.; Using the Traffic Manager; Managing QoS (Quality of Service) Bandwidth; The; Quality of Service; feature allows you to set the bandwidth; Traffic Manager; on the navigation panel and click the; QoS
30 Your bandwidth information is available from your ISP. Using the Traffic Manager Managing QoS (Quality of Service) Bandwidth The Quality of Service feature allows you to set the bandwidth priority and manage network traffic. To set up QoS: 1. Click Traffic Manager on the navigation panel and clic...
Page 31 - User-defined Priority
31 3. If you want to prioritize specific network applications and network services, click User-defined Priority on the upper- right hand corner. 4. Adjust the values as needed. Click Apply .
Page 32 - Monitoring Traffic; Click the; Traffic Monitor; tab to view real-time or historical
3 Monitoring Traffic Click the Traffic Monitor tab to view real-time or historical bandwidth information of your Internet, Wired, and Wireless connections.
Page 33 - Configuring Advanced settings; Setting up the DHCP Server
33 Configuring Advanced settings Setting up the DHCP Server Your wireless router uses DHCP to assign IP addresses automatically on your network. You can specify the IP address range and lease time for the clients on your network. To configure the DHCP server: 1. Click LAN on the navigation panel. . ...
Page 34 - Lease Time; field, specify in seconds when an assigned
34 • ASUS recommeds that you use an IP address format of 1.18.1.xxx (where xxx can be any number between and 54) when specifying an IP address range. • An IP Pool Starting Address should not be greater than the IP Pool Ending Address. . In the Lease Time field, specify in seconds when an assigned IP...
Page 35 - Upgrading the firmware; Download the latest firmware from the ASUS website at
35 To upgrade the firmware: 1. Click Administration from the navigation panel. . Click the Firmware Upgrade tab. 3. In the New Firmware File item, click Browse . Navigate to the downloaded firmware file. 4. Click Upload . Upgrading the firmware Download the latest firmware from the ASUS website at h...
Page 37 - Device Discovery
3 4 Using the utilities Device Discovery Device Discovery is an ASUS WLAN utility that detects any ASUS wireless routers available on the wireless network and allows you to configure the device. ASUS wireless router utilities can be downloaded from http://support.asus.com After downloading and insta...
Page 38 - • Click
38 When you set the router to Access Point mode, you need to use Device Discovery to get the router’s IP address. To launch the Device Discovery utility: • Click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility > RT-N10P Wireless Router > Device Discovery .
Page 39 - Firmware Restoration; To launch rescue mode and use the Firmware Restoration; wireless router, plug the wireless router into a power source.; IP address
3 Firmware Restoration Firmware Restoration is used on an ASUS Wireless Router after a failed firmware upgrade. This utility uploads a firmware file to the wireless router. The process takes about three to four minutes. To launch rescue mode and use the Firmware Restoration utility: 1. Unplug the wi...
Page 40 - to navigate to the firmware file, then click
40 The Firmware Restoration utility is not used to upgrade the firmware of a working ASUS Wireless Router. Normal firmware upgrades must be done through the web GUI. Refer to Upgrading the firmware for more details. 5. Click Browse to navigate to the firmware file, then click Upload . 4. From your c...
Page 41 - Troubleshooting; I cannot access the router GUI for configuring the router.
41 5 Troubleshooting If you encounter problems that are not mentioned in this chapter, contact ASUS Technical Support. Troubleshooting I cannot access the router GUI for configuring the router. • Delete the cookies and temporary files in your web browser. To do this in Internet Explorer 8: 1. Launch...
Page 45 - ASUS DDNS Service; • If there is no activity in the domain - such as reconfiguring; Will the registered information be lost or registered by
45 ASUS DDNS Service RT-N10P Series routers support the ASUS DDNS service. If you have registered for the ASUS DDNS service but need to exchange devices at the service center, inform the service center that you want to keep the original domain name and retain the DDNS service. Visit your local servi...
Page 47 - Appendices; Notices; ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services; interference that may cause undesired operation.
4 Appendices Notices ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components, as well ...
Page 48 - Prohibition of Co-location; from that to which the receiver is connected.
48 Prohibition of Co-location This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. ...
Page 50 - Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Information
50 Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and () this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Information The radiated output power of the Wi...
Page 51 - NCC; 警語; Authorised distributors in Turkey
51 NCC 警語 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機,非經許可,公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信;經發現有干擾現象時,應立即停用,並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信,指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。 Authorised distributors in Turkey BOGAZICI BIL GISAYAR SAN. VE TIC. A.S. Tel: +0 1 3311000 Addrress: AYAZAGA MAH. K...
Page 52 - GNU General Public License; Licensing information
5 GNU General Public License Licensing information This product includes copyrighted third-party software licensed under the terms of the GNU General Public License. Please see The GNU General Public License for the exact terms and conditions of this license. We include a copy of the GPL with every ...
Page 54 - modification
54 Terms & conditions for copying, distribution, & modification 0. This License applies to any program or other work which contains a notice placed by the copyright holder saying it may be distributed under the terms of this General Public License. The “Program”, below, refers to any such pr...
Page 59 - NO WARRANTY
5 Each version is given a distinguishing version number. If the Program specifies a version number of this License which applies to it and “any later version”, you have the option of following the terms and conditions either of that version or of any later version published by the Free Software Foun...
Page 61 - Networks Global Hotline Information
1 Networks Global Hotline Information Region Country Hotline Number Service Hours Europe Cyprus 800-41 0:00-13:00 ; 14:00-18:00 Mon-Fri France 0033-104400 0:00-18:00 Mon-Fri Germany 004-18050100 0:00-18:00 Mon-Fri10:00-1:00 Mon-Fri 004-18050103( component support )004-10511 ( Fax ) Hungary 003-15054...
Page 63 - For more information, visit the ASUS support site at:
3 For more information, visit the ASUS support site at: http://support.asus.com Region Country Hotline Numbers Service Hours Middle East + Africa Egypt 800-834 0:00-18:00 Sun-Thu Saudi Arabia 800-118 0:00-18:00 Sat-Wed UAE 001-45841 0:00-18:00 Sun-Thu Turkey 000-1543000 0:00-18:00 Mon-Fri South Afri...
Page 64 - ASUS Contact information
4 ASUS Contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia Pacific) Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 115 Website www.asus.com.tw Technical Support Telephone +8884344 Support Fax +88808 Online support support.asus.com ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, ...
Page 65 - EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur.
5 Manufacturer: ASUSTeK Computer Inc. Tel: +88--84-344 Address: 4F, No. 150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 11, TAIWAN Authorised representativein Europe: ASUS Computer GmbH Address: HARKORT STR. 1-3, 40880 RATINGEN, GERMANY EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur.