Asus RTN12B1 user manual Package contents, System requirements, Before you proceed

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Knowing 1your wireless router

Package contents

Check the following items in your ASUS Wireless Router package.

RT-N12 B1 Wireless Router x1

Power adapter x1

Support CD (manual, utilities) x1

RJ45 cable x1

Detachable antenna x2

Quick Start Guide x1

Note: If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

System requirements

Before installing the ASUS Wireless Router, ensure that your system/network meets the following requirements:

•An Ethernet RJ-45 port (10Base-T/100Base-TX)

•At least one IEEE 802.11b/g/n device with wireless capability

•An installed TCP/IP and Internet browser

Before you proceed

Take note of the following guidelines before installing the ASUS Wireless Router:

•The length of the Ethernet cable that connects the device to the network (hub, ADSL/cable modem, router, wall patch) must not exceed 100 meters.

•Place the device on a flat and stable surface as far from the ground as possible.

•Keep the device clear from metal obstructions and away from direct sunlight.

•Keep the device away from transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators, and other industrial equipment to prevent signal loss.

•Install the device in a central area to provide ideal coverage for all wireless mobile devices.

RT-N12 B1

Chapter 1: Knowing your wireless router

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Contents RT-N12 B1 SuperSpeed N Router E6473 First Edition June Table of contents Table of contents About this guideHow this guide is organized Troubleshooting Conventions used in this guideAppendices Package contents System requirementsBefore you proceed Front panel Hardware featuresStatus indicators LANRear panel DescriptionBottom panel Mounting hooksAir vents Setting up the wireless router Using the Quick Internet Setup QISSetting up the wireless router in Router mode To set up the wireless router in Router modeSetting up the hardware Setting up the hardware RT-N12 B1 Setting up the wireless router in Repeater mode To set up the wireless router in Repeater modeSetting up the hardware RT-N12 B1 Setting up the wireless router in AP mode To set up the wireless router in AP modeSetting up the hardware RT-N12 B1 Accessing the wireless router Setting an IP address for wired or wireless clientsWindows 9x/ME Select TCP/IP then click PropertiesClick OK Windows NT4.0 Windows Click OK when done Windows XP Preferred and Alternate DNS serverWindows Vista Configuring via the web GUI To access the web GUIConfiguring via the web GUI RT-N12 B1 System status Using the Network MapInternet status Client statusCreating multiple Ssid profiles To create an Ssid profile Under System status, click AddGaming Blaster To set up the bandwidth priorityManaging bandwidth with EzQoS Internet ApplicationTo upgrade the firmware Under the Administration menu, click Firmware UpgradeUpgrading the firmware Restoring/Saving/Uploading settings To restore/save/upload the settingsConfiguring via the web GUI RT-N12 B1 Installing the utilities To install the utilities Click Install...UtilitiesInstalling the utilities RT-N12 B1 Device Discovery To launch the Device Discovery utilityUnplug the wireless router from the power source Firmware RestorationTroubleshooting Cannot access the Internet IP address User Name adminPassword admin Domain Name BlankAsus Ddns Service Frequently Asked Questions FAQsRT-N12 B1 Troubleshooting RT-N12 B1 Asus Recycling/Takeback Services Federal Communications Commission StatementCE Mark Warning IC WarningGNU General Public License Licensing informationPreamble Terms & conditions for copying, distribution, & modification RT-N12 B1 Appendices RT-N12 B1 No Warranty DGT Warning Safety Warning Asus Computer International America Asus Contact informationASUSTeK Computer INC. Asia Pacific Asus Computer GmbH Germany and AustriaEurope Manufacturer ASUSTeK Computer IncAsus Computer GmbH Authorised distributors