ASUS RT N16 User Manual
User Guide  
RT-N16  
Multi-functional Gigabit Wireless N Router  
The elegant white and grey 2.4GHz RT-N16 features powerful CPU, providing a  
high-performance throughput; supports up to 3000,000 sessions for extensive  
P2P clients; most widespread application with USB 2.0 port - All-in-1 printer  
server and FTP files sharing; ultra-fast and convenient downloads with the  
Revolutionary Download Master.  
Table of contents  
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A quick look  
Package contents ........................................................................................ 5  
Your wireless router .................................................................................... 5  
Mounting Options....................................................................................... 7  
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Creating your network  
Positioning your router.............................................................................. 8  
What you need ............................................................................................. 9  
Setting up your wireless router ............................................................10  
Wired connection...............................................................................10  
Wireless connection ..........................................................................11  
Before you proceed...................................................................................12  
A. Disable the proxy server, if enabled...................................12  
B. Set the TCP/IP settings to automatically obtain an IP  
address. ........................................................................................14  
C. Disable the dial-up connection, if enabled.....................15  
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Configuring via the web GUI  
Logging into the web GUI ......................................................................16  
Setting up the Internet connection....................................................17  
Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with auto-detection.....................17  
Setting up the wireless security settings ..........................................21  
Managing your network clients ...........................................................22  
Monitoring your USB device..................................................................23  
Creating your Guest Network ...............................................................25  
Using the Traffic Manager.......................................................................26  
Managing QoS (Quality of Service) Bandwidth.......................26  
Monitoring Traffic ..............................................................................27  
Using the USB Extension ........................................................................27  
Using AiDisk for Files Sharing ........................................................28  
Using the Servers Center service..................................................31  
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Table of contents  
Using the Network Place (Samba) Share service ....................32  
Using the FTP Share service............................................................33  
Using the Miscellaneous setting...................................................35  
Configuring the Advanced settings....................................................36  
Setting up the DHCP Server ...........................................................36  
Upgrading the firmware ..................................................................38  
Restoring/Saving/Uploading settings ........................................39  
Setting up your network printer..........................................................40  
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Using the utilities  
Device Discovery .......................................................................................44  
Firmware Restoration...............................................................................45  
Troubleshooting  
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................47  
ASUS DDNS Service ..................................................................................50  
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ............................................50  
Appendices  
Notices...........................................................................................................52  
ASUS Contact information .....................................................................65  
Networks Global Hotline Information................................................66  
Networks Global Hotline Information................................. 67  
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A quick look  
Package contents  
RT-N16 Wireless Router  
Power adapter  
Network cable (RJ-4ꢀ)  
Quick Start Guide  
Warranty card  
Support CD (Manual, utility software  
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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 user manual.  
• Keep the original packaging material in case you would need  
future warranty services such as repair or replacement.  
Your wireless router  
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PWR 2.4GHz  
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Power LED  
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Off: No power.  
On: Device is ready.  
Flashing slow: Rescue mode  
Flashing quick:WPS is processing.  
2.4GHz LED  
Off: No 2.4GHz signal.  
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On:Wireless system is ready.  
Flashing:Transmitting or receiving data via wireless connection.  
LAN LED  
Off: No power or no physical connection.  
On: Has physical connection to a local area network (LAN).  
Flashing:Transmitting or receiving data via Ethernet cable.  
WAN LED  
Off: No power or no physical connection.  
On: Has physical connection to a wide area network (WAN).  
Flashing:Transmitting or receiving data via Ethernet cable.  
Power (DC-In) port  
Insert the bundled AC adapter into this port and connect your router to a power source.  
WPS button  
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This button launches the WPS Wizard.  
USB 2.0 ports  
Insert USB 2.0 devices such as USB hard disks or USB flash drives into these ports.  
Reset button  
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This button resets or restores the system to its factory default settings.  
WAN (Internet) port  
Connect a network cable into this port to establish WAN connection.  
Flashing:Transmitting or receiving data via wired connection.  
LAN 1 ~ 4 ports  
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Connect network cables into these ports to establish LAN connection.  
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Item  
Description  
Mounting hooks  
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Use the mounting hooks to mount your router on concrete or wooden  
surfaces using two round head screws.  
Air vents  
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These vents provide ventilation to your router.  
Note: For details on mounting your router on a wall or  
ceiling, refer to the section Mounting options on the next page  
of this user manual.  
To avoid signal interference among the three antennas, we  
recommend that you orient them as the following illustration  
shows:  
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Mounting Options  
Out of the box, the ASUS Wireless Router is designed to sit on a  
raised flat surface like a file cabinet or book shelf.The unit may  
also be converted for mounting to a wall or ceiling:  
To mount the ASUS Wireless Router:  
1. Look on the underside for the two  
mounting hooks.  
2. Mark two upper holes in a flat surface.  
3. Tighten two screws until only 1/4'' is  
showing.  
4. Latch the hooks of the ASUS Wireless  
Router onto the screws.  
NOTES:  
• Re-adjust the screws if you cannot latch the ASUS Wireless  
Router onto the screws or if it is too loose.  
• Use only the adapter that came with your package. Using  
other adapters may damage the device.  
• Specifications:  
DC Power adapter  
DC Output: +12V with max 1.2ꢀA current  
Operating  
Temperature  
0~40oC  
Storage  
0~70oC  
Operating Humidity  
ꢀ0~90%  
Storage  
20~90%  
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Creating your network  
Positioning your router  
For the best wireless signal transmission between the wireless  
router and the network devices connected to it, ensure that you:  
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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.  
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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.  
Always update to the latest firmware.Visit the ASUS website at  
http://www.asus.com to get the latest firmware updates.  
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What you need  
To set up your network, you need one or two computers that meet  
the following system requirements:  
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Ethernet RJ-4ꢀ (LAN) port (10Base-T/100Base-TX/  
1000BaseTX)  
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IEEE 802.11b/g/n 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 802.11b/g/n WLAN adapter to your  
computer to connect to the network.  
• The Ethernet RJ-4ꢀ cables that will be used to connect the  
network devices should not exceed 100 meters.  
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Setting up your wireless router  
IMPORTANT!  
• Use wired connection in setting up your wireless router to  
avoid possible setup problems due to wireless uncertainty.  
• 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 computer (recommended).  
Wired connection  
NOTE: Your wireless router has an integrated auto-crossover  
function, so use either straight-through or crossover cable for  
wired connection.  
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To set up your wireless router via wired connection:  
1. Insert your wireless router’s AC adapter to the DC-In port and  
plug it to a power outlet.  
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2. Using the bundled network cable, connect your computer to  
your wireless router’s LAN port.  
IMPORTANT! Ensure that the LAN LED is blinking.  
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.  
Wireless connection  
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To set up your wireless router via wired connection:  
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 modem to your  
wireless router’s WAN port.  
3. Insert your modem’s AC adapter to the DC-In port and plug it  
to a power outlet.  
4. Install an IEEE 802.11b/g/n WLAN adapter on your computer.  
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