ASROCK X10 SERIES User manual

X10R/X10/X10S
AC1300 IoT Router
User Manual
Version 1.0
Published March 2017
Copyright©2017 ASRock Rack INC. All rights reserved.

Version 1.0
Published March 2017
Copyright©2017 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.
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Disclaimer:
Specications and information contained in this documentation are furnished for
informational use only and subject to change without notice, and should not be
constructed as a commitment by ASRock. ASRock assumes no responsibility for any errors
or omissions that may appear in this documentation.
With respect to the contents of this documentation, ASRock does not provide warranty of
any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties
or conditions of merchantability or tness for a particular purpose.
In no event shall ASRock, its directors, ocers, employees, or agents be liable for any
indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages (including damages for loss of
prots, loss of business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock
has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error in the
documentation or product.
Regulatory Information
FCC Statement and Declaration: ASRock Wireless declares that this device complies
with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and requlations. Operation of this device is subject to the
following two conditions:
• is device may not cause harmful interface.
• is device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC Notice: is equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. ese limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
is equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the

user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit dierence from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Radiation Exposure Statement
is equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying
RF exposure compliance. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance
requirement, please follow operation instructions as documented in this manual.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be
installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body.
Industry Canada Statement:
This device complies with RSS standards of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is
subjext to the following two conditions:
(1) is device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Ce dispositif est conforme a la norme CNR- standards d’Industrie Canada applicable aux
appareils radio exempts de licence. Son fonctionnement est sujet aux deux conditions
suivantes:
(1) le dispositif ne doit pas produire de brouillage prejudiciable, et
(2) ce dispositif doit accepter tout brouillage recu, y compris un brouillage susceptible de
provoquer un fonctionnement indesirable.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Radiation Exposure Statement:
is equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. is equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance
of 20cm between the radiator and your body.
Déclaration d’exposition aux radiations:
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies
pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un
minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps.
Caution: e device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to
reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.

Avertissement: les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz sont réservés
uniquement pour une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage
préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux.
Changes or modications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user authority to operate the equipment.
CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY
e Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance
controlled in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by the
California Legislature. When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please
follow the related regulations in advance.
“Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate”
Electrical Powering
e powering of the product must adhere to the power specications indicated on the
marking labels.
e power supply must be class II and a Limited Power Source in accordance with the
requirements of IEC60950-1/EN60950-1, Clause 2.5 and rated as indicated on the label on
your product. It must be tested and approved to national or local standards.
Alimentation électrique
L'alimentation du produit doit respecter les caractéristiques énergétiques indiquées sur
les étiquettes de marquage. L'alimentation électrique doit être de classe II et une source
d'alimentation limitée conformément aux exigences de la norme IEC60950-1/EN60950-1,
Clause 2.5 et calibrée comme indiqué sur l'étiquette de votre produit. Elle doit être testée et
approuvée selon les normes nationales ou locales.
ATTENTION
ASRock AC1300 X10 IoT Router is also designed for wall-mounted installation. Please use
the screws with head diameter of 8-9mm when mounting X10 on the wall (the distance be-
tween two screws is 174mm). Please note that danger may occur if using improper screws.
ATTENTION
Le routeur ASRock AC1300 X10 IoT est également conçu pour une installation murale.
Veuillez utiliser les vis avec un diamètre de tête de 8-9 mm si vous montez le X10 au mur (la
distance en_tre deux vis est de 174 mm). Veuillez noter que l’utilisation de vis inappro-
priées peut causer un danger.
ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com

Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
1.1 Package Contents 1
1.2 The Wireless Router Label 2
1.3 Positioning Your Router 2
Chapter 2 Wireless Router Overview 3
2.1 The Front View 3
2.2 The Rear View 5
Chapter 3 Setting up the Wireless Router 6
3.1 Connecting the Equipments 6
3.2 Setting up an Internet Connection 7
3.2.1 Wired Connection 7
3.2.2 Wireless Connection 8
Chapter 4 Setup Wizard 11
4.1 Starting the Setup Wizard for the First Time 11
4.2 Setting up Basic Congurations 11
Chapter 5 Dashboard 15
5.1 Overview 15
5.2 WAN Information 16
5.3 Wireless Information 17
5.4 Client Information 18
5.5 USB Information 18
5.6 Setup Wizard 19
5.7 VPN Conguration 19

5.8 Parental Control 19
5.9 Smart Home 19
5.10 Advanced Settings 19
5.11 WAN Connection 20
5.12 Self Healing 20
5.13 Lighting 20
5.14 Guest 20
5.15 WIFI 20
Chapter 6 Advanced Settings 21
6.1 Wireless Settings 22
6.1.1 Wireless 22
6.1.2 Guest 24
6.1.3 WPS 25
6.2 LAN Settings 26
6.2.1 LAN 26
6.2.2 IPTV 27
6.2.3 VLAN 27
6.3 WAN Settings 28
6.3.1 Internet 28
6.3.2 Port Trigger 29
6.3.3 Port Forwarding 29
6.3.4 DMZ 30
6.3.5 DDNS 31
6.3.6 Remote Management 31

6.4 IPv6 Settings 32
6.5 QoS Settings 33
6.6 VPN 34
6.7 Parental Control 35
6.8 Firewall 37
6.9 USB Application 38
6.10 Smart Home 39
6.11 Administration 39
6.11.1 Router Panel 39
6.11.2 Operation Mode 39
6.11.3 Set Password 40
6.11.4 Firmware Upgrade 41
6.11.5 Self Healing 42
6.11.6 Restore / Save 42
6.11.7 System Log 43
Chapter 7 ASRock Router APP 45
7.1 Registration 45
7.2 Signing in 47
7.3 Adding Routers 48
7.4 Router Settings 49
7.5 IoT Devices 50
7.6 IR Control 52
7.6.1 Learning Mode 52
7.6.2 Database Mode 54

7.7 Storage 57
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting 58
8.1 How to Restart Your Network 58
8.2 Wireless Settings 58
8.3 Standard LED Behavior When the Router Is Powered On 58
8.4 Unable Log In to the Router 59
8.5 Unable Access the Internet 59
8.6 Wireless Connectivity 60
8.7 IoT Connectivities 60
8.8 Restore to the factory default settings 60
Appendix - Specications 61

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ASRock X10 AC1300 IoT Router
Chapter 1 Introduction
ASRock AC1300 X10 IoT Router is a powerful router with various IoT functions (Internet
of ings). Equipped with three high-performance external antennas, two for wireless
communication and one for the optional LoRa (Low Power Wide Area Network) feature,
the X10 router oers you superb wireless connectivity and is ideal for home usage.
ASRock X10 works as a central hub for your smart home as well. It connects wirelessly
with hundreds of compatible various smart devices, allowing you to monitor, control, and
secure your home from anywhere. When you leave or approach home, ASRock X10 enables
you to turn on or o air conditioner or any other electrical devices in advance or last
minute. ASRock X10 makes your life more convenient and much easier.
1.1 Package Contents
• ASRock AC1300 X10 IoT Router
Quick Installation
Guide
• Power Adapter • Network RJ45 Cable • Quick Installation Guide
Keep the original packaging material in case you would need future warranty services such
as repair or replacement.

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1.2 The Wireless Router Label
View the label on the back of the wireless router to identify the serial number, port
connectors, and default login information.
*e images in this document are examples only and may be dierent from the product you purchase.
The label on the router shows the login information, WiFi network name and network
password, MAC address and serial number for warranty service.
1.3 Positioning Your Router
For the best wireless signal transmission between the wireless router and the connected
client device, please follow the guidelines below to position your router.
• Place the wireless router in a centralized area for maximum wireless coverage for
other network devices.
• Place the wireless router on an elevated location, minimizing the number of walls
and ceilings between the router and other devices.
• Place the wireless router away from large metal surfaces, large glass surfaces, and
insulated walls.
• Make sure that the wireless router is within reach of an AC power outlet and near
Ethernet cables for wired computers.

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Chapter 2 Wireless Router Overview
is chapter provides diagrams showing the location of important components of
the Wireless Router.
2.1 The Front View
WPS ButtonWPS LED Zigbee LED LoRa LED Status LED
Indicator
(optional
IR Sensor Receiver
& Transmitter
for X10R/X10S)
No. Description Function
1Router Status
LED Indicator
e status LED on the top allows you to verify
router’s conditions.
2WPS Connection Status
LED Indicator
e LED on the front allows you to verify WPS con-
nection status.
3LoRa Status
LED Indicator
e LED on the front allows you to verify LoRa
status.
4Zigbee Status
LED Indicator
e LED on the front allows you to verify Zigbee
status.
5 WPS Button
Press once to connect to a wireless network without
password using WPS on 2.4GHz band.
Press twice to connect to a wireless network without
password using WPS on 5GHz band.
6Infrared Sensor Receiver
and Transmitter Send and receive IR signals

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Status LED Denitions
• Router Status LED Indicator
Flashing Blue Starting up
Solid Blue Connected to the internet
Flashing Red ADSL modem not detected / WPS connection failed
Solid Red Modem detected but no internet connection
• WPS Connection Status LED Indicator
Flashing Red Connecting to a WPS-enabled device
Solid Red WPS connected successfully
• LoRa Status LED Indicator
Flashing Red Pairing to a LoRa device
Solid Red LoRa device connected successfully
Fast Flashing Red Fail to pair to a LoRa device
• Zigbee Status LED Indicator
Flashing Red Pairing to a Zigbee device
Solid Red Zigbee device connected successfully
Fast Flashing Red Fail to pair to a Zigbee device

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No. Description Function
1Antenna Ports Connect the provided WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas to these
ports.
2 Reset Button Press to reset the system or press and hold the button for
more than 5 seconds to restore the factory default settings.
3DC-in Port Connect the provided AC power adapter to this port.
4 Power Button Press to power on or o the router.
5USB3.0 Port Plug the USB printers, ash drives, and other USB devices
into this port to share the network connection
6WAN Por t Connect a network cable into this port to establish a WAN
connection.
7LoRa Antenna
Port Connect the provided LoRa Antenna to this port.
8LAN1~4 Four local Ethernet ports for connecting local computers
and other wired network devices
2.2 The Rear View
Antenna AntennaReset DC-IN Power
On/O USB 3.0 LAN PortsLoRa AntennaWAN Port (optional for
X10R/X10S)

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Chapter 3 Setting up the Wireless Router
3.1 Connecting the Equipments
1. Turn o your modem. Unplug the power cord and all ethernet cables from your
modem.
2. Connect one end of the supplied yellow RJ45 cable to the WAN port on the rear of
ASRock X10 and the other end to the WAN port on your modem.
WAN Port

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3. Plug all cords back and reboot your modem.
4. Connect one end of the power cord to the DC IN port on the rear of ASRock X10 and
the other end to a power outlet.
5. Press the Power button to turn on the ASRock X10 router.
6. e status LED on the router start blinking blue. Please wait for a while until the
router is ready when the LED turns to solid blue.
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3.2 Setting up an Internet Connection
ere are two methods to connect your computer, tablet or smartphone to the network on
the ARsock X10 Router: Wired connection or wireless connection.
3.2.1 Wired Connection
1. Connect one end of a RJ45 cable to any LAN port (LAN1, LAN2, LAN3, LAN4) on
the rear of ASRock X10 and the other end to a LAN port on your your computer or
laptop.
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2. Turn on your computer or laptop.
3. Make sure that the status LED on the router lights up blue.
4. Now start to set up basic congruations. (see “Setup Wizard”)
3.2.2 Wireless Connection
Before you start, turn on your device and make sure your device is wireless-enabled.
* For computers, a wireless card or adaptor is required. For handheld devices, visit your device’s WiFi Settings
menu and ensure that WiFi is turned on.

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Your device can connect to the wireless network on the ASRock X10 router in two ways:
Manual method or WPS method
(1) Manual Method: Using the SSID and password to establish a wireless con-
nection
Currently connected to:
Wireless Network Connection
ASRock Connected
ASRock
Internet access
1. On your device, locate and select the Wi-Fi network name (SSID), “ASRock” or
“ASRock_5G” in a list of available networks.
2. Enter your default password listed on the bottom of the router.
SSID Password (Network Key)
ASRock or ASRock_5G (Check product label
on the bottom of the router)
(Example)
3. Select “Connect”.

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(2) WPS Method: Using the WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) push button to establish
a wireless connection
WPS stands for Wi-Fi Protected Setup and it is a wireless networking standard that tries to
make connections between a router and wireless devices faster and easier.
Connected to Wi-Fi
network “ASRock”
1. If your device supports WPS*, press and hold the WPS button on the front of the
ASRock X10 router for more than 5 seconds. e WPS status LED on the front will
ash white at this stage.
2. Press the WPS button on your device to join the X10’s Wi-Fi network.
If you use a handheld device, locate and press the WPS button shown as
two curved arrows to connect.
If you use a computer, locate and select the Wi-Fi network name (SSID),
“ASRock” or “ASRock_5G”. Select “Connect”.
3. When WPS is connected successfully, the WPS status LED indicator on the front
turns to a solid light white.
*e WPS function may or may not be supported depending on your device.
4. Make sure that the status LED on the router lights up blue.
5. Now start to set up basic congruations. (see “Setup Wizard”)

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Chapter 4 Setup Wizard
4.1 Starting the Setup Wizard for the First Time
Your ASRock router comes with an intuitive wizard that allows you to easily congure its
various features through a web browser, such as the Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or
Google Chrome.
1. When your device is successfully connected to the Internet, open your web
browser (Google Chrome recommended).
2. If Setup Wizard does not launch automatically, enter the default IP address:
http://192.168.1.1 or "ASRock.router" into the browser address bar. Press
Enter.
3. If asked to enter the default username and password, input “admin” for both
elds.
4.2 Setting up Basic Congurations
Step 1. Change Login Password
1. When the Setup Wizard appears, you need to change the default login
password to proceed.
NOTE: It is required to change the login password at this step to secure your network and the router. Changing
the login username is optional.
IP address http://192.168.1.1 or ASRock.router
Default Username admin (Optional to be changed)

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Password (Required to be changed)
*Passwords must be at least 5 characters and are case sensitive.
2. Write down your new username and password on your Quick Start Guide or
somewhere else that you can keep it carefully.
3. Press "Next" to continue. en follow the step-by-step Setup Wizard to
complete the basic conguration.
NOTE: You need to re-login if idle for more than 5 minutes.
Step 2. Update rmware if required
When you proceed, if a new version of rmware is available, you will see the screen
below. Select “Yes” to update the rmware immediately. If your rmware is already
up-to-date, you will skip this step.
ATTENTION! Please do NOT turn o your router while updating the rmware.
When the update is complete, the router will restart automatically.