Asus RT-N53 User manual

RT-N53

Q6780 / First Edition / July 2011
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Package contents
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RT-N53 Wireless Router Network cable
Power adapter Quick Start Guide
Support CD (User Manual/utility software) Warranty card
Hardware features
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 guide.
•Keep the original packaging material in case you would need future warranty
services such as repair or replacement.
Hardware features
LAN LED
WAN LED
5GHz LED
2.4GHz LED
Power LED
Stand
WPS
WAN (Internet)
port
Power (DC-In)
port
WPS button
Power switch
Reset button
Wall mounting
hole
LAN 1~4 ports

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Positioning your wireless 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,
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.
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Mounting options
Mounting to the stand
1. Locate the mounting holes at the bottom of the wireless
router.
2. Align and insert the stand’s mounting hooks to the
wireless router’s mounting holes.
Dismount from the stand
1. Hold the wireless router with one hand on the upside
and the other hand under the stand, ensuring that the
I/O ports facing you.
2. Follow the direction of the arrow shown below to apply
force and remove the stand.
NOTE:
It's normal if you hear squeaking while
dismounting the RT-N53 from the stand.
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Dismount from the wall
1. Hold the edge of the front
cover (near the I/O ports).
2. Follow the direction of the
arrow shown below to apply
force and dismount the
RT-N53.
2. Locate the mounting holes at the back of the wireless router.
3. Align and insert the stand’s mounting hooks to the wireless router’s
mounting holes.
Mounting on the wall
1. Locate the two holes on the stand and
secure the stand to the wall with screws.
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Before you proceed
1. Unplug and disconnect the wires/cables from your existing modem setup and
release your computer’s outmoded IP address.
1. Unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet and disconnect it from your cable/ADSL
modem.
2. Disconnect the network cable from your cable/ADSL modem.
3. Reboot your computer (recommended).
WARNING! Before disconnecting the wires/cables, ensure that your cable/ADSL
battery, remove it as well.
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Modem
OFF!
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3. Using another network cable, connect your modem to your wireless router’s WAN
port.
4. Insert your modem’s AC adapter to the DC-In port and plug it to a power outlet.
1. Insert your wireless router’s AC adapter to the DC-In port and plug it to a power outlet.
2. Using the bundled network cable, connect your computer to your wireless router’s
LAN port.
2. Set up your wireless environment.
Modem
WPS
1
2
3
4
IMPORTANT! Ensure that the WAN and LAN LEDs are blinking.
3. Disable some settings on your computer.
A. Disable the proxy server, if enabled.
B. Set the TCP/IP settings to automatically obtain an IP address.
C. Disable the dial-up connection, if enabled.
NOTE: For more details on disabling your computer settings, refer to Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQs).
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1. Congure your wireless settings via the wireless router’s web graphics user
interface (web GUI).
a. Launch your web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Google Chrome, or Safari.
Getting started
NOTE: If QIS does not launch automatically, follow these steps to manually
launch QIS:
• On your web browser, key in http://192.168.1.1.Use the default username
admin and password admin to log into the user interface.
• Click GO
Map page.
b. The wireless router’s Quick Internet Setup (QIS) feature automatically detects if your
ISP connection type is Dynamic IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, and Static IP. Key in the
necessary information for your connection type.
NOTES:
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default settings.
• If QIS does not detect your Internet connection type, click Skip to manual
setting
IMPORTANT! Obtain the necessary information about your Internet connection
type from your Internet Service Provider (ISP).

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c. Assign the network name (SSID) and security key
for your 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless connection.
NOTE: You can assign a network name with up to 32 characters.
d. Internet connection and wireless setup are
completed.
2.4GHz Wireless Settings
Network Name (SSID):
Security Key:
5GHz Wireless Settings
Network Name (SSID):
Security Key:
Router Settings
Username:
Password:
IMPORTANT! Keep this information in a secure location.
2. Write down your router’s settings.
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