Asus RT-AC51U Configuration Manual

Also see for RT-AC1200G: Quick start guide User guide

SNT Recommended Wireless Router Configuration ManualConfiguring the Asus RT-AC51U and Asus RT-AC1200G for use on the UTwente networkDisclaimerThe Asus RT-AC51U and Asus RT-AC1200G wireless routers have been tested by SNT to be working onthe campus network without causing disturbances.Important! SNT does not guarantee the routers will work, and only recommends them because they havebeen successfully tested by SNT. For warranty and service issues, you have to contact the shop where youbought your router.Having said that, you are free to contact the SNT Helpdesk with questions regarding either of these twowireless routers. The SNT Helpdesk has a testing unit of both and may be able to help you with yourproblem. Other (wireless) routers are not supported by the SNT Helpdesk. If the SNT Helpdesk cannot helpyou with your question, you will be forwarded to customer service of the manufacturer of your router.Reasons to Buy Your Own Wireless RouterSNT always recommends using the already provided internet infrastructure (eduroam and the ethernet(internet) outlets in your room) above using your own networking solution. Only if this is not feasible shouldyou buy your own networking equipment. If you decide to buy your own networking equipment, SNTstrongly recommends buying either the Asus RT-AC51U or Asus RT-AC1200G wireless router.In general, there are only three good reasons to buy your own networking equipment instead of using theinfrastructure. If you only need more wired ethernet (internet) outlets, you should buy a network switch,and not a (wireless) router. If you have bad wireless coverage in your room, or if any of your internet-enabled devices do not support the authentication method of eduroam, buying your own wireless routercould be a solution.Prerequisites & Scope of this ManualThis guide will help you correctly configure the Asus RT-AC51U and Asus RT-AC1200G for use on theUniversity of Twente network. Please check the box of your wireless router to make sure you have eitherone of these models. The configuration steps are the same for both models. Configuring a wireless routerfor use on the campus network can be tricky. Please follow the steps 1 through 4 completely in order to getyour new router working optimally.This guide assumes that you are on the University of Twente campus, or in one of the buildings in the cityof Enschede that is part of the University of Twente network (The ITC Building, ITC International Hotel orStadsweide) and have access to an ethernet (internet) outlet in your room. This guide also assumes youknow how to use an internet browser on your computer, what a power adapter and an ethernet (internet)cable is, and how to connect to a wireless network on your computer.This guide will not cover connecting other devices (like your laptop, desktop computer or smartphone) toyour newly configured network. You can consult your device’s manual or the internet for help connectingthese devices to your newly configured network.Unboxing your Wireless RouterIn the box you will find your wireless router, a power adapter and an ethernet (network) cable. You will needthese three items in order to successfully configure your own network. If any of these are missing, pleasecontact the shop where you bought your wireless router.