ASUS - Dual Band WiFi 6 Gaming Router, 802.11ax, Mobile Game Mode, Free Internet Security, Mesh WiFi support - Black
- Key Specs
- Wi-Fi Speed: 5.7 gigabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and wireless router.)
- General
- Product Name: Dual Band WiFi 6 Gaming Router, 802.11ax, Mobile Game Mode, Free Internet Security, Mesh WiFi support
- Brand: ASUS
- Model Number: RTAX86U
- Color: Black
- Security
- Data Encryption: true
- Encryption Type: Other (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.)
- Security Features: lifetime free AiProtection Pro, including the latest WPA3 security protocol and advanced Parental Controls and hands-free face login
- Parental Controls: true (Allows user to block unwanted content, signals, channels, networks, etc. from being received or accessed.)
- Network
- 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 6 (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: AX, 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.)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: true (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
- App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
- Integrated Modem: false
- Wireless: true
- Ports
- Port Type(s): RJ-45 (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.)
- Speed
- Wi-Fi Speed: 5.7 gigabits per second (The maximum rate at which data is transferred between a network device and wireless router.)
- Compatibility
- Bluetooth Enabled: true (The device is capable of communicating with another device via Bluetooth, provided they are within the required range of each other. A Bluetooth-enabled device must also be the same Bluetooth version or higher than the accessory it is intended to pair with.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 12.8 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: 3.9 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Width: 9.5 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: 1.8 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 2 Year
- Warranty - Labor: 2 Year
- Other
- UPC: 192876586648
Asus RTAX86U Dual Band WiFi 6 Gaming Router, WiFi 6 802.11ax, Mobile Game Mode, Lifetime Free Internet Security, Mesh WiFi support, 2.5G Port, Gaming Port, Adaptive QoS, Port Forwarding-New-generation WiFi 6 - Enjoy ultrafast speeds up to 5700 Mbps with the latest WiFi 6 (802.11ax) and 160MHz channels-Mobile Game Mode - Minimize lag and latency for mobile gaming with just a tap on the ASUS Router app-True 2 Gbps wired and wireless speeds - Aggregated 2 Gbps WAN connections, wired 2.5 Gbps port and WiFi 6-ASUS AiMesh support - Create a flexible, seamless whole-home mesh network with AiMesh-compatible routers-Commercial-grade home network security - Lifetime free ASUS AiProtection Pro, powered by Trend Micro™, with WPA3 and advanced Parental Controls to protect your hom
- Take Gaming on the Road: Mobile Game Mode - Minimize lag and latency for mobile gaming with just a tap on the ASUS Router app
- Number of ports: (RJ-45) Ports: 4
- Security: Face Unlock-The advanced infrared (IR) camera on ZenBook Duo has see-in-the-dark capabilities that ensure fast, reliable hands-free face login with Windows Hello.
- Wireless standard: IEEE 802.11ax
- Speed: ISM Maximum Frequency: 2.40 GHz
- Take Gaming on the Road: Mobile Game Mode - Minimize lag and latency for mobile gaming with just a tap on the ASUS Router app
- Number of ports: (RJ-45) Ports: 4
- Security: Face Unlock-The advanced infrared (IR) camera on ZenBook Duo has see-in-the-dark capabilities that ensure fast, reliable hands-free face login with Windows Hello.
- Wireless standard: IEEE 802.11ax
- Speed: ISM Maximum Frequency: 2.40 GHz
Whats Included
- RT-AX86U Wireless Router
- RJ-45 Cable
- Power Adapter
- Quick Start Guide
- 2 YEAR Manufacturer Warranty
- RT-AX86U Wireless Router
- RJ-45 Cable
- Power Adapter
- Quick Start Guide
- 2 YEAR Manufacturer Warranty
Product Manuals
Q: Will still need to get a router for this right?
A: If you mean modem then yes. This is a router. So the modem is used to translate the internet signal coming in to your house and it connect to this router which manages that connection through WiFi or hard wire.
A: According to asus: RT-AX86U:1.8GHz quad-core processor RT-AX86S:1.8GHz dual- core processor RT-AX86U: 256 MB Flash 1 GB RAM RT-AX86S: 256MB Flash 512MB RAM
A: You can select 2.4 and 5g channels. I had to change the channels from auto to a fixed channel on 5G as my Astro headset would cut out on when the frequencies matched. I selected a channel range outside the one of the headset and now it works great.
Q: Would this router cover a home with approximately 2700 sq. ft.? Thanks !
A: Yes. Easily. My house is two floors with a brick chimney in the middle and I get 95% 4-5 bar. The router also supports AI mesh so you can buy another compatible ASUS router and use it as a network access point (AP) with the same SSID as the router if you needed it (but you most likely will not).
A: Absolutely, my wife and I have the same differences and we have 2 of these in an imesh config and it works perfectly to satisfy 1500 sq feet wireless saturation and vpn . Make sure you get the mobile phone app, it makes setup and management a breeze.
A: About 250 users can be connected to the router simultaneously, or at the same time.
A: Yes you can set up a WAN with multiple connections. ASUS has a guide to do this. https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1011719/
A: Yes. I did. All of my devices connected within seconds.
