Asus RT-N12/D1, RTN12D1 manual What you need, Setting up your wireless router

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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)

IEEE 802.11b/g/n wireless capability

An installed TCP/IP service

Web browser such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, or Google Chrome

NOTE:

If your computer does not have built-in wireless capabilities, install an IEEE 802.11b/g/n WLAN adapter to your computer to connect to the network.

The Ethernet RJ-45 cables used to connect the network devices should not exceed 100 meters.

Setting up your wireless router

IMPORTANT!

Use a wired connection when setting up your wireless router to avoid possible wireless setup issues.

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. If your modem has a backup battery, remove it as well.

Reboot your computer (recommended).

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Contents RT-N12 Series Copyright 2012 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved Table of contents Table of contents Package contents OverviewHardware features FrontStatus indicators Rear RT-N12 D1 LAN1-LAN4Rear RT-N12 HP Bottom panel Mounting hooksSetting up your wireless network Positioning your routerSetting up your wireless router What you needWired connection To set up a network using a wired connectionIMPORTANT! Ensure that the LAN LED is blinking Wireless connection To set up your wireless networkRT-N12 HP Before you proceed Disable any configured proxy servers Click Start Internet Explorer Click ToolsMAC OSX Click Start Control Panel Network and Internet Click Apple Menu System Preferences Network Disable dial-up networking Logging in to the web GUI To log in to the web GUISetting up the Internet connection Quick Internet Setup QIS with auto-detection To use QIS with auto-detectionWireless router mode Page Page Read the Wireless Network Connection Tutorial. Click Finish Setting up wireless security To set up the wireless security settingsKey in your security passkey Click Apply Tx Power adjustment For RT-N12 HP only To adjust TX Power adjustmentCreating your Guest Network To create your guest networkSelect an Authentication Method Using the Traffic Manager Managing QoS Quality of Service BandwidthTo set up QoS Page Monitoring Traffic Configuring Advanced settings Setting up the Dhcp ServerTo configure the Dhcp server Enable the Dhcp Server field, tick YesPage To upgrade the firmware Click the Firmware Upgrade tabUpgrading the firmware Restoring/Saving/Uploading settings To restore/save/upload wireless router settingsClick the Restore/Save/Upload Setting tab Using the utilities Device DiscoveryUnplug the wireless router from its power source Firmware RestorationPage Troubleshooting OptionsTick Temporary Internet Files and Cookies. Click Delete Out of RangeAuthentication Cannot find the routerNetwork name or encryption keys are forgotten Password Enable DhcpUser name IP addressAsus Ddns Service Frequently Asked Questions FAQsPage Asus Recycling/Takeback Services Federal Communications Commission StatementProhibition of Co-location Safety Information Declaration of Conformity for R&TTE directive 1999/5/ECCE Mark Warning Canada, Industry Canada IC NoticesRadio Frequency RF Exposure Information Canada, avis d’Industry Canada ICNCC 警語 Authorised distributors in TurkeyGNU General Public License Licensing informationTerms & conditions for copying, distribution, & modification Page Page Page Page Page No Warranty END of Terms and Conditions Networks Global Hotline Information Languages Hour DayFor more information, visit the Asus support site at Asus Contact information ASUSTeK Computer INC. Asia PacificAsus Computer International America Manufacturer ASUSTeK Computer Inc Tel +886-2-2894-3447 Authorised Asus Computer GmbH RepresentativeEurope