ASUS - RT-AC86U AC2900 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router with Life time internet Security - Black
Model: RTAC86U
SKU: 6353952
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- Key Specs
- Number Of LAN Ports: 4 (Number of devices able to be connected to the Local Area Network (LAN). LAN ports allow wired connections to other networking devices (wireless access points, range extenders, etc.) in order to share the internet connection received through a WAN port.)
- Wi-Fi Speed: 0.3625 gigabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and wireless router.)
- General
- Brand: ASUS
- Model Number: RTAC86U
- Product Name: RT-AC86U AC2900 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router with Life time internet Security
- Color: Black
- Security
- Data Encryption: true
- Encryption Type: WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise (The security protocols or certification programs that protect the Wi-Fi network.)
- Firewall Type: None (The method the firewall uses to filter and process data to increase network security, primarily by blocking malicious traffic requests while allowing legitimate traffic through.)
- Parental Controls: true (Allows user to block unwanted content, signals, channels, networks, etc. from being received or accessed.)
- Network
- Quality Of Service (QoS) Traffic Prioritization: true (Allows a user to manage a device's network performance by configuring the types of traffic that receive top priority for transmission. High priority functions and applications receive maximum network performance, while low priority traffic receives minimum performance.)
- Band Technology: Dual (Refers to the number of frequency bands used to wirelessly transmit an internet signal. For example, dual-band devices may use one 2.4 and one 5 GHz band, while tri-band devices may use one 2.4 and two 5 GHz bands. Multiple bands also provide more flexibility for designating connected devices to specific band use.)
- Ethernet Standard: 10/100/1000 (Each standard is a variation of the IEEE 802.3 set of computer networking technologies known as Ethernet. New versions evolved to include higher bandwidth, different physical media, and other new and improved features. Standards are often denoted by speeds (in Megabits per second). For example, a 10/100/1000 Ethernet port transmits at 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps).)
- Number of Antennas: 4
- Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz, 5.0 GHz (Bands may be grouped into categories such as low- and high-band VHF (Very High Frequency), low- and high-band UHF (Ultra High Frequency), or certain frequency channels (measured in MHz or GHz). Generally, higher frequencies transmit information faster but have shorter range than lower frequencies.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 5 (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Wireless Standard: AC, N (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
- Number of 2.4Ghz Streams: 1 (A router's streams are like lanes on a highway. The more streams a router has, the less traffic congestion. Because the 2.4 GHz band is used to transmit wireless signals to a wide variety of devices, there is often high amounts of traffic on that stream. But with multiple streams, each can be designated to a specific device for optimal performance. For example, if one 2.4 GHz stream is assigned to one device, such as a desktop computer, it leaves the remaining streams open for guest users, devices that use more data, or devices with specific band compatibility.)
- Number of 5.0Ghz Streams: 1 (A router's streams are like lanes on a highway. The more streams a router has, the less traffic congestion. The 5.0 GHz band provides high speed, short-range data transmission and typically has less traffic than the 2.4 GHz band. With multiple streams, each can be designated to a specific device for optimal performance. For example, if one 5.0 GHz stream is assigned to one device, such as a streaming media player, it leaves the remaining streams open for guest users, devices that need less data, or devices with specific band compatibility.)
- Ethernet Switch: true (Connects multiple devices to expand the Local Area Network (LAN).)
- Routing Protocol: IGMPv2, IGMP, static IP routing, IGMPv3 (The protocol used for communicating and distributing information in a computer network.)
- Transport Protocol: PPTP, L2TP, NTP, IPSec, PPPoE, FTP, DHCP, DDNS (The protocol used for connection-oriented transmissions, flow control, etc. within the transport layer of the network.)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- Features
- Integrated Modem: false
- Wireless: true
- Ports
- Number Of WAN Ports: 1 (Number of devices able to be connected to the Wide Area Network (WAN). This type of port may simply be labeled "Internet," and it allows the device to share its internet connection with all devices connected to it via LAN ports.)
- Port Type(s): RJ-45, USB (USB 2.0 connects external drives, gaming controllers, smartphones, MP3 players and other accessories.USB 3.0 transfers data faster than USB 2.0, but only when used with USB 3.0 devices.USB Type-C provides fast speeds and versatile power, featuring connectors with identical ends that plug in upside down or right side up. Adapters allow for video as well as backward compatibility.Thunderbolt provides ultra-high bandwidth for fast data transfer between devices featuring a Thunderbolt or MiniDisplayPort connection.HDMI allows you to connect a projector or display HD media on your HDTV or monitor.Media card slots allow you to transfer photos from your digital camera or camcorder.)
- Number Of LAN Ports: 4 (Number of devices able to be connected to the Local Area Network (LAN). LAN ports allow wired connections to other networking devices (wireless access points, range extenders, etc.) in order to share the internet connection received through a WAN port.)
- Speed
- Wired Speed: 1000 megabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and router using an Ethernet cable.)
- Wi-Fi Speed: 0.3625 gigabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and wireless router.)
- Gigabit Ethernet Speed: true (Supports the gigabit Ethernet networking standard, which has a data rate of at least one gigabit per second, or 1,000 Mbps.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 3.3 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Length: 6.3 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Width: 8.7 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 1.9 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 2 years
- Warranty - Labor: 2 years
- Other
- UPC: 889349624609
Play bandwidth-intensive online games seamlessly with this ASUS dual-band Gigabit Wi-Fi gaming router. NitroQAM technology provides up to 2917 Mbps of speed for smooth 4K streaming by multiple online gamers, and WTFast game accelerator and Adaptive QoS ensure optimal packet routing for low-latency gaming. With AiProtection Pro commercial-grade security, this ASUS dual-band Gigabit Wi-Fi gaming router enables safe network access.
- Wireless-AC technology: Promotes rapid performance and optimal coverage.
- Up to 2917 Mbps data transfer speed: For fast, efficient operation.
- Dual-band 2.4GHz/5.0GHz frequency: Delivers a fast response when transferring files.
- 256MB flash memory: Plus 512MB RAM promotes optimal performance.
- MU-MIMO technology: MU-MIMO gives every compatible device its own dedicated full-speed Wi-Fi connection, so that multiple devices can connect at the same time without slowing down the network.
- AiCloud: Lets you use the router to access, store and share your files between connected devices.
- Parental control: Lets you automatically block specific content on connected devices.
- Built-in print server: Supports wireless printing to a printer connected to the router via USB.
- Gigabit Ethernet connectivity: Offers a high-speed wired network connection.
- Auto detecting and auto sensing: To simplify device connectivity.
- LED indicators: Make it easy to monitor the status of your network.
- Encryption: Includes MPPE, 128-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA-enterprise and WPA2-enterprise to keep your network secure.
- QoS (Quality of Service): Keeps track of network traffic to help determine the priority of applications.
- Plug-and-play operation: Makes setup simple.
- PC system requirements: Linux, Microsoft Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 10.
- Mac system requirements: Apple MacOS X 10.6, Apple MacOS X 10.7 Lion and Apple MacOS X 10.8.
- Wireless-AC technology: Promotes rapid performance and optimal coverage.
- Up to 2917 Mbps data transfer speed: For fast, efficient operation.
- Dual-band 2.4GHz/5.0GHz frequency: Delivers a fast response when transferring files.
- 256MB flash memory: Plus 512MB RAM promotes optimal performance.
- MU-MIMO technology: MU-MIMO gives every compatible device its own dedicated full-speed Wi-Fi connection, so that multiple devices can connect at the same time without slowing down the network.
- AiCloud: Lets you use the router to access, store and share your files between connected devices.
- Parental control: Lets you automatically block specific content on connected devices.
- Built-in print server: Supports wireless printing to a printer connected to the router via USB.
- Gigabit Ethernet connectivity: Offers a high-speed wired network connection.
- Auto detecting and auto sensing: To simplify device connectivity.
- LED indicators: Make it easy to monitor the status of your network.
- Encryption: Includes MPPE, 128-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA-enterprise and WPA2-enterprise to keep your network secure.
- QoS (Quality of Service): Keeps track of network traffic to help determine the priority of applications.
- Plug-and-play operation: Makes setup simple.
- PC system requirements: Linux, Microsoft Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 10.
- Mac system requirements: Apple MacOS X 10.6, Apple MacOS X 10.7 Lion and Apple MacOS X 10.8.
Whats Included
- ASUS RT-AC86U
- Software
- ASUS RT-AC86U
- Software
A: Yes, the RT-AC86U has an extra internal 5GHz antenna to provide the ultimate 5GHz quad-stream performance, while RangeBoost significantly improves mid- to long-distance Wi-Fi coverage.
A: It's really the Deanne l same exact model. I had the same thought as you when I wanted to but mine. I already had the official rt-86u and wanted to add another to make a mesh network. I found the 86u/2900 cheaper on Amzn at the time and tried to price match it with BB. Because the model numbers are different, no price match. It was only 10 dollars difference and bought from BB anyway. It's the same exact model with different model number. This is common in the industry to prevent price shopping. Bed manufactures so this all the time too.
A: Not sure about the Smart TVs. I use it for my home wireless and work laptop and all our other devices(iPad, Samsung and iPhones, Kindles, etc...). So far it has been great and is not losing a connection at all. Very important as I work from home in IT job and need to be connected at all times. Hope that helps.
Q: Can you use vpn with this router and also can a pet work with this . Thanks
A: Yes you can use a VPN. Not sure about the polyethylene terephthalate.
A: Assuming Spectrum provides you with the modem, this router will plug into it just fine and give you great wifi. This is not a DSL or cable modem.
Q: Is this unit backward compatible with 802.11/g/n etc?
A: Yes it is
Q: Does the rt-ax86u ASUS router work with smart tvs?
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