ASUS RT-AX86U Pro wireless router Gigabit Ethernet Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) Black
Key Details:
- High-Efficiency WiFi 6 – Ultrafast WiFi 6 dual-band router boosts speed up to 5700 Mbps, with 160 MHz channels for better efficiency and throughput
- Mobile Game Mode – Minimize lag and latency for mobile gaming with just a tap on the ASUS Router app
- Expanded coverage – The exclusive ASUS RangeBoost Plus improves signal range and overall coverage
- A Safer Browsing Experience – Block undesirable content with ASUS Safe Browsing, and protect your kids online by filtering explicit content from search results
- Enhanced Security Anywhere – Protect your home network with a free lifetime subscription to AiProtection Pro, powered by Trend Micro™. And when away from home, ASUS Instant Guard gives you a one-click sharable secure VPN
ASUS RT-AX86U Pro wireless router Gigabit Ethernet Dual-band (2.4 G...
Description
Description
Your Winning Choice for Mobile Gaming!
Enjoy the fastest, smoothest WiFi gaming connections ever with the ASUS RT-AX86U Pro dual-band WiFi 6 router. It delivers ultrafast WiFi speeds up to 5700 Mbps**, and is packed with advanced technology, including Mobile Game Mode for a lag-free, low-latency mobile gaming experience.
Ultrapowerful WiFi 6
RT-AX86U Pro brings you all the benefits of WiFi 6 (802.11ax), and works perfectly with all your existing WiFi devices!
The RT-AX86U Pro has been Engineered for Intel® Evo™ laptops and meets or exceeds intel’s strict requirements and is guaranteed to provide the best overall experience for Intel® Evo™ laptops. Enjoy simple out-of-the-box setup, high- performance home networking, and unparalleled stability.
Gaming Without Limits
The dedicated gaming port on RT-AX86U Pro automatically prioritizes any wired device connected to it. No complex configuration is needed, just connect your gaming PC or console to the special LAN port to give you a fast, stable connection that's always at the head of the queue.
Gear Accelerator lets you prioritize devices wirelessly via RT-AX86U Pro online control panel. The simple interface lets you prioritize devices to help boost their speed and prevent them fighting over bandwidth with other devices.
Connect your devices to the 5 GHz band and avoid the often-congested 2.4 GHz band, while enjoying up to 5.6X faster WiFi speeds. Also, optional Dynamic Frequency Selection (DFS) unlocks up to 15 of the least-congested channels on the 5GHz band to give you even more bandwidth for gaming.
Beyond Performance
RT-AX86U Pro is powered by a 2.0 GHz quad-core 64-bit CPU, giving it the performance to handle even the most demanding gaming network. It delivers maximum network throughput by 18% for lightning-fast, accelerating data transfers and optimizing your gaming experience.
Lightning-Fast 2 Gbps Internet
RT-AX86U Pro is designed to break down all the barriers that can slow down your gaming. It supports up to a 2 Gbps internet connection, so you can unlock the full potential of high-speed networking for both wired and WiFi connections.
Remove Network Bottlenecks
Adaptive QoS (Quality of Service) lets you keep your network running smoothly by prioritizing network traffic. You can prioritize applications such as streaming video or web surfing, as well as gaming. It's the perfect ally for delivering low-latency WiFi anywhere in your home.
A Safer Browsing Experience
The internet can contain inappropriate content, intrusive ads or other dangers and safety risks. ASUS Safe Browsing helps block undesirable content in one tap -- no extra apps required. Its lightweight DNS-based filtering won’t affect router performance. It can even filter explicit content from search engine results to protect your kids online.
Complete Security for Your Home Network
Alongside the latest WPA3 security protocol, the ASUS RT-AX86U Pro also features AiProtection Pro powered by Trend Micro™, with automatic, regularly updated security signatures to protect your devices and personal data from internet threats.
Parental Controls at Your Finger Tips
Gain insight into your kids’ online activity and customize settings for different age groups with RT-AX86U Pro’s robust parental controls. You can also flexibly schedule internet access with one click, or you can grant extra online time for your kids to reward their good behavior.
Make Free WiFi Secure with Instant Guard
When you are away from home, the ASUS Instant Guard mobile app gives you one-tap secure internet access via your RT-AX86U Pro router, thanks to its encrypted VPN tunneling technology. Our newly upgraded app even lets you easily share this worry-free network connection with your family and friends through a URL link.
| WAN connection | |
|---|---|
| WAN connection type | RJ-45 |
| 3G/4G USB modem compatibility | Yes |
| SIM card slot | No |
| DSL WAN | No |
| Ethernet WAN | Yes |
| Wireless LAN features | |
|---|---|
| WLAN data transfer rate (fourth band) | 450 Mbit/s |
| WLAN data transfer rate (third band) | 54 Mbit/s |
| WLAN data transfer rate (second band) | 11 Mbit/s |
| WLAN data transfer rate (first band) | 54 Mbit/s |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| WLAN data transfer rate (max) | 4804 Mbit/s |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi band | Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) |
| Network | |
|---|---|
| VPN support | IPSec, OVPN, PPTP, L2TP, WireGuard |
| VPN Passthrough | Yes |
| VPN server | IPSec, OVPN, PPTP, WireGuard |
| Media server | Yes |
| Built-in FTP server | Yes |
| Support Samba (storage) | Yes |
| Number of guest networks (2.4 GHz) | 3 |
| Number of guest networks (5 GHz) | 3 |
| Static route | Yes |
| Dynamic DNS (DDNS) | Yes |
| Port forwarding | Yes |
| Port triggering | Yes |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n |
| Cabling technology | 10/100/1000Base-T(X) |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Ethernet LAN interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ports & interfaces | |
|---|---|
| DC-in jack | Yes |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| USB port | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 6 |
| Management features | |
|---|---|
| MU-MIMO technology | Yes |
| Number of data streams | 2x2 |
| WPS push button | Yes |
| Intelligent Mesh technology | Yes |
| Reset button | Yes |
| Wake-on-LAN ready | Yes |
| Quality of Service (QoS) support | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM)/(WME) | Yes |
| Bandwidth control | Yes |
| Security | |
|---|---|
| Network address translation (NAT) | Yes |
| DMZ support | Yes |
| System event log | Yes |
| URL filtering | Yes |
| IP address filtering | Yes |
| MAC address filtering | Yes |
| Filtering | Yes |
| Parental control | Yes |
| Schedule access | Yes |
| Guest access | Yes |
| Firewall | Yes |
| Security algorithms | SSH, WPA2, WPA2-Enterprise, WPA2-Personal, WPA3, WPS |
| Protocols | |
|---|---|
| DHCP server | Yes |
| Design | |
|---|---|
| On/off switch | Yes |
| LED indicators | LAN, Power, WAN, WPS |
| Indication light | Yes |
| Product colour | Black |
| Product type | Tabletop router |
| Packaging content | |
|---|---|
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Warranty card | Yes |
| Antenna included | Yes |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Cables included | LAN (RJ-45) |
| Antenna | |
|---|---|
| Antennas quantity | 4 |
| Antenna design | Internal & external |
| Features | |
|---|---|
| Flash memory | 256 MB |
| Internal memory | 1024 MB |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor frequency | 2000 MHz |
| Built-in processor | Yes |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Output current | 2.37 A |
| Output voltage | 19 V |
| Power source type | DC |
| Weight & dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Weight | 814.5 g |
Specifications
Specifications
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Grading Guide
Grading Guide
Brand New – This product is Brand New and in it’s original
packaging.
New - Open Box - This product is unused but the box has been opened.
New – No Box – This product is unused but doesn’t come with
the original box/packaging.
Refurbished – This product has been refurbished by ourselves
or by the manufacturer.
Excellent Used – This item is used, tested and fully working
but in like new condition. It may come with it’s original packaging or not,
please check the product description.
Good Used – This item is used, tested and fully working but
will show signs of cosmetic wear and tear. It may come with it’s original packaging
or not, please check the product description.
Parts – This item is sold just for parts, meaning it is
unworking or unable to serve it’s purpose. It may come with it’s original packaging
or not, please check the product description.
Warranty
Warranty
Brand New Products: All our Brand New products come with Manufaturer warranty. These can vary in length and it's important to check with the manufaturer of the product what warranty they provide and what is covered.
Used Products: All our used products come with 1 years warranty provided by us and some products may have manufaturer warranty.
Refurbished Products: With our refurbished products, we offer a free 3-month warranty which covers all software and hardware issues, that have not been influenced by the customer. There is also Manufactured Refurbished products which they will specify how long their warranty is.
Custom Gaming PCs: All our Custom PCs by default come with 3 years warranty. This includes parts and labour. You can also upgrade to 5 years warranty. Our warranty includes all hardware issues relating to the machine. If there is any faults, we will attempt to solve this remotely and if needed get the PC collected and back to base for repair.
Read more - Warranty Information
PDFs/Manuals
PDFs/Manuals
For extra information please see the manufaturers website
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