Asus Republic of Gamers GT-AC2900 User manual

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Table of contents
1 Getting to know your wireless router
1.1 Welcome!...........................................................................................7
1.2 Package contents ...........................................................................7
1.3 Assembling your router ...............................................................7
1.4 Your wireless router.................................................................... 11
1.5 Positioning your router ............................................................. 13
1.6 Setup Requirements................................................................... 14
2 Getting started
2.1 Router Setup ................................................................................. 15
A. Wired connection.....................................................................15
B. Wireless connection................................................................16
2.2 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Auto-detection.............. 18
2.3 Connecting to your wireless network.................................. 21
3 Configuring the General Settings of ROG
Gaming Center
3.1 Logging into the Web GUI........................................................ 22
3.2 Dash Board .................................................................................... 23
3.3 Aiprotection Pro .......................................................................... 27
3.3.1 Configuring Aiprotection Pro..............................................28
3.3.2 Blocking Malicious Sites ........................................................30
3.3.3 Two-Way IPS...............................................................................31
3.3.4 Infected Device Prevention and Blocking.......................32
3.3.5 Setting up Parental Control..................................................33
3.4 Game Acceleration...................................................................... 36
3.4.1 Triple-level game acceleration............................................37
3.4.2 QoS................................................................................................38
3.4.3 Game Private Network...........................................................40

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Table of contents
3.5 Open NAT ....................................................................................... 42
3.6 Game Radar................................................................................... 44
3.7 WiFi Radar ...................................................................................... 45
3.7.1 WiFi Site Survey ........................................................................46
3.7.2 Wireless Channel Statistics ...................................................47
3.7.3 Advanced Troubleshooting..................................................47
3.8 VPN................................................................................................... 48
3.8.1 VPN Fusion..................................................................................49
3.9 Traffic Analyzer............................................................................. 51
4 Configuring the Advanced Settings
4.1 Using the Network Map ........................................................... 52
4.1.1 Setting up the wireless security settings.........................53
4.1.2 Managing your network clients..........................................54
4.1.3 Monitoring your USB device................................................55
4.1.4 ASUS AiMesh .............................................................................57
4.2 Wireless........................................................................................... 63
4.2.1 General.........................................................................................63
4.2.2 WPS ...............................................................................................65
4.2.3 Bridge...........................................................................................67
4.2.4 Wireless MAC Filter..................................................................69
4.2.5 RADIUS Setting .........................................................................70
4.2.6 Professional................................................................................71
4.3 Creating a Guest Network........................................................ 74
4.4 LAN................................................................................................... 76
4.4.1 LAN IP...........................................................................................76
4.4.2 DHCP Server...............................................................................77
4.4.3 Route ............................................................................................79
4.4.4 IPTV ...............................................................................................80

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4.5 WAN.................................................................................................. 81
4.5.1 Internet Connection................................................................81
4.5.2 Dual WAN ....................................................................................84
4.5.3 Port Trigger.................................................................................85
4.5.4 Virtual Server/Port Forwarding...........................................87
4.5.5 DMZ ..............................................................................................90
4.5.6 DDNS ............................................................................................91
4.5.7 NAT Passthrough......................................................................92
4.6 Using the USB Application....................................................... 93
4.6.1 Using AiDisk...............................................................................94
4.6.2 Using Servers Center...............................................................96
4.6.3 3G/4G ........................................................................................ 101
4.7 Using AiCloud 2.0......................................................................102
4.7.1 Cloud Disk................................................................................ 103
4.7.2 Smart Access........................................................................... 105
4.7.3 AiCloud Sync........................................................................... 106
4.8 IPv6.................................................................................................107
4.9 Firewall..........................................................................................108
4.9.1 General...................................................................................... 108
4.9.2 URL Filter.................................................................................. 108
4.9.3 Keyword filter ......................................................................... 109
4.9.4 Network Services Filter ....................................................... 110
4.10 Administration............................................................................111
4.10.1 Operation Mode.................................................................... 111
4.10.2 System....................................................................................... 112
4.10.3 Firmware Upgrade................................................................ 113
4.10.4 Restore/Save/Upload Setting........................................... 113

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4.11 System Log ..................................................................................114
4.12 Smart Connect............................................................................115
4.12.1 Setting up Smart Connect ................................................. 115
4.12.2 Smart Connect Rule ............................................................. 116
5 Utilities
5.1 Device Discovery .......................................................................119
5.2 Firmware Restoration...............................................................120
5.3 Setting up your printer server ..............................................121
5.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing ..................................................... 121
5.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer ................................................. 125
5.4 Download Master......................................................................130
5.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings................. 131
5.4.2 NZB settings............................................................................ 132
6 Troubleshooting
6.1 Basic Troubleshooting .............................................................133
6.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ..................................135
Appendices
Notices........................................................................................................144
ASUS Contact information..................................................................154

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1 Getting to know your wireless
router
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing ROG Rapture Wireless Router!
The stylish router features 2.4GHz and 5GHz dual bands for
an unmatched concurrent wireless HD streaming; 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.
1.2 Package contents
NOTES:
• Ifanyoftheitemsare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needfuture
warranty services such as repair or replacement.
GT-AC2900 Wireless Router 3 * wireless antennas
AC adapter Network cable (RJ-45)
Dual-purpose stand/ wall-mount 1 * Screwdriver
Quick Start Guide
1.3 Assembling your router
With dual-prupose stand, GT-AC2900 provides flexibility for you to
choose either to let it stand on a table or hang on a wall.

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To Hang:
1. Place the dual-purpose stand behind the router, and then align
the protrusion to the hollow.
To Stand:
Place the dual-purpose stand under the router, align the
protrusion to the hollow, and then tighten the screw.

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2. Push the stand upwards until hearing a slightly click sound.
3. Tighten the screw.

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4. Hang the router on the wall with hooks and screws.
Note: Ensure that each hook can reliably hold at least 2 kg and is
secured by screws to prevent the router from dropping down. Hooks
are not included in the package.

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1.4 Your wireless router
WAN (Internet) LED
Off: No IP or no physical connection.
On: Has physical connection to a wide area network (WAN).
2.4GHz / 5GHz Wi-Fi LED
Off: No 2.4GHz / 5GHz signal.
On:Wireless system is ready.
ROG Boost Key
Press this button to change the Aura lighting effects or turn on/off Game
Boost, DFS channels and GeForce Now QoS.
Reset button
This button resets or restores the system to its factory default settings.
Wi-Fi On/Off button
Press this button to turn on /off the Wi-Fi connection.
WPS button
This button launches the WPS Wizard.
LED On/Off button
Press this button to turn on/off the Aura lighting.

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NOTES:
• Useonlytheadapterthatcamewithyourpackage.Usingother
adapters may damage the device.
• Placetherouterindoorinroomtemperature.Outdoorusageand
extra heat in the environment may cause danger.
• Specifications:
DC Power adapter DC Output: +19V with max 1.75A current
Operating
Temperature 0~40oCStorage 0~70oC
Operating Humidity 50~90% Storage 20~90%
Power button
Press this button to power on or off the system.
Power (DC-IN) port
Insert the bundled AC adapter into this port and connect your router to a
power source.
USB 2.0 port
Insert USB 2.0 compatible devices such as USB hard disks or USB flash drives
into this port.
USB 3.0 port
Insert USB 3.0 devices such as USB hard disks or USB flash drives into this port.
WAN (Internet) port
Connect a network cable into this port to establish WAN connection.
LAN ports
Connect network cables into these ports to establish LAN connection.

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1.5 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.
• Alwaysupdatetothelatestfirmware.VisittheASUSwebsiteat
http://www.asus.com to get the latest firmware updates.
• Placethewirelessrouterhorizontally.
45° 45°

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1.6 Setup Requirements
To set up your wireless network, you need a computer that meets
the following system requirements:
• EthernetRJ-45(LAN)port(10Base-T/100Base-
TX/1000BaseTX)
• IEEE802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax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/ac/ax 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.
• SomeIEEE802.11ndevicesthatyouwanttoconnecttoyour
network may or may not support 5GHz band. Refer to the device's
manual for specifications.
• TheEthernetRJ-45cablesthatwillbeusedtoconnectthe
network devices should not exceed 100 meters.

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2 Getting started
2.1 Router Setup
IMPORTANT!
• Useawiredconnectionwhensettingupyourwirelessrouterto
avoid possible setup problems.
• 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cablemodemandcomputer(recommended).
A. Wired connection
NOTE:You can use either a straight-through cable or a crossover
cable for wired connection.
To set up your wireless router via wired connection:
1. Plug your router into
a power outlet and
power it on. Connect the
network cable from your
computer to a LAN port
on your router.
Modem
Wall Power Outlet
LINE LAN RESET PWR
Power
1
WAN LAN
4
3 2
Laptop
GT-AC2900

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2. The web GUI launches automatically when you open a web
browser. If it does not auto-launch, enter
http://router.asus.com
3. Set up a password for your router to prevent unauthorized
access.
B. Wireless connection
To set up your wireless router via wireless connection:
1. Plug your router into a power outlet and power it on.
2. Connect to the network name(SSID) shown on the product
label on the back side of the router. For better network security,
change to a unique SSID and assign a password.
Modem
Wall Power Outlet
LINE LAN RESET PWR
Power 1WAN
3
2
GT-AC2900
Laptop
Tablet
Smart phone

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3. Once connected, the web GUI launches automatically when
you open a web browser. If it does not auto-launch, enter
http://router.asus.com.
4. Set up a password for your router to prevent unauthorized
access.
NOTES:
• Fordetailsonconnectingtoawirelessnetwork,refertotheWLAN
adapter’s user manual.
• Tosetupthesecuritysettingsforyournetwork,refertothe
section Setting up the wireless security settings in Chapter 3 of
this user manual.
ASUS router
Default SSID: ASUS_XX
* XX refers to the last two digits of the MAC
address. You can find it on the label at the
bottom of your ROG router.

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2.2 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Auto-
detection
The Quick Internet Setup (QIS) function guides you in quickly
setting up your Internet connection.
NOTE: When setting the Internet connection for the first time, press
the Reset button on your wireless router to reset it to its factory
default settings.
To use QIS with auto-detection:
1. Launch a web browser. You will be redirected to the ASUS
Setup Wizard (Quick Internet Setup). If not, key in
http://router.asus.com manually.
2. The wireless router automatically detects if your ISP connection
type is Dynamic IP, PPPoE, PPTP and L2TP. Key in the
necessary information for your ISP connection type.
IMPORTANT! Obtain the necessary information from your ISP about
the Internet connection type.

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3. Assign the wireless network name (SSID) and security key for
your 2.4GHz and 5 GHz wireless connection. Click Apply when
done.
NOTES:
• The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 default settings.
• IfQISfailedtodetectyourInternetconnectiontype,clickSkip
to manual setting and manually configure your connection
settings.
4. Choose preferred function of the Boost key.
• Aura Shuffle: Allows you to change your Aura lighting
effects by pressing the Boost Key.
• DFS channel on/off: Utilizes additional 5GHz channels
providing greater bandwidth with less interference.
• GeForce NOW on/off: Prioritizes GeForce Now gaming
devices.
• Game Boost enable/disable: Prioritizes the gaming packet.

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5. On the Login Information Setup page, change the router’s
login password to prevent unauthorized access to your
wireless router.
NOTE: The wireless router's login username and password is different
from the 2.4GHz/5GHz network name (SSID) and security key. The
wireless router's login username and password allows you to log into
your wireless router's Web GUI to configure your wireless router's
settings. The 2.4GHz/5GHz network name (SSID) and security key
allows Wi-Fi devices to log in and connect to your 2.4GHz/5GHz
network.