Designed to deliver jaw-dropping network performance, The ASUS RT-AC86U features a 1. 8GHz dual-core processor with the latest 802. 11AC MU-MIMO technology. Maximize your online experience with game-boosting Adaptive Qu's, gamers private network by Waist, and built-in network security from Protection. Use the ASUS router app to manage your network while on-the-go. Wi-Fi technology is 20/40/80 MHz bandwidth. Note-if having issues connecting to 5 GHz network make sure that wireless device supports 5 GHz or features dual Band capabilities
About this item:
Dual-band (2. 4 + 5 GHz) AC2900 wireless router with the latest 802. 11AC MU-MIMO technology for data transfer speeds up to 2900 Mbps
1. 8GHz 32bit dual-core processor optimizes network traffic and connectivity speeds from the USB 3. 1 Gen1 and 4x Gigabit LAN ports
Designed for lag-free online gaming and flawless 4K UHD streaming with WTFast game Accelerator and Adaptive QoS; Product Segment: AC2900 ultimate AC performance: 750+2167 Mbps
Protection powered by Trend Micro provides built-in 24/7 protection from external attacks and threats, neutralizing them before they reach your network or connected devices.DC Output: 19 V with max. 1.75 A current
Manage your network with the ASUS router app – set up your network, manage usage and parental controls, even get instant notifications about important network-based events. Connected devices must be 802. 11 ac-compatible for best results. Ac input: 110v240v(5060hz)
Banish Wi-Fi Dead Zones — Dual-band AC2900 mesh Wi-Fi system delivers strong Wi-Fi to every corner of your home.
Flexible Network Naming — Create a single SSID for the entire network or separate SSIDs for each frequency band.
Feature Rich — Complete router functionality with services such as VPN, adaptive QoS, and more.
Wired Inter-Router Connections — Create an optional wired connection between routers for faster, more stable Wi-Fi.
Complete Network Security for Family – AiMesh AC2900 WiFi System protects all connected devices from cyber threats and Advanced Parental Controls filter out inappropriate content for your family.
Specifications:
Data Rate:
1024-QAM high data rate
802.11a : 6,9,12,18,24,36,48,54 Mbps
802.11b : 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps
802.11g : 6,9,12,18,24,36,48,54 Mbps
802.11n : up to 450 Mbps
802.11ac : up to 1734 Mbps
1024QAM (2.4GHz) : up to 750 Mbps
1024QAM (5GHz) : up to2167 Mbps
Antenna:
External detachable antenna x 3
Internal antenna x 2
Button
WPS Button, Reset Button, Power Button, Wireless on/off Button, LED on/off Button
Frequency
: 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
Wireless
Yes
Interface:
RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for WAN x 1, RJ45 for 10/100/1000/Gigabits BaseT for LAN x 4
USB 2.0 x 1
USB 3.0 x 1
Network Standard:
IEEE 802.11a
IEEE 802.11b
IEEE 802.11g
IEEE 802.11n
IEEE 802.11ac
IPv4, IPv6
Encryption:
64-bit WEP, 128-bit WEP
WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK
WPA-Enterprise
WPA2-Enterprise
WPS support
VPN Support:
IPSec Pass-Through
PPTP Pass-Through
L2TP Pass-Through
PPTP server
OpenVPN server
PPTP client
L2TP client
OpenVPN client
Operation mode:
Wireless router mode
Access point mode
Media bridge mode
OS Support:
Windows 10
Windows 8
Windows 7
Mac OS X 10.6
Mac OS X 10.7
Mac OS X 10.8
Linux
Power Mode:
AC Input: 110V~240V(50~60Hz)
DC Output: 19 V with max. 1.75 A current
Dimension:
220 x 160 x 83.3 ~ mm (WxDxH) (Without Bezel)
Weight: 872 g
Color: Black
Features:
Ultrafast Wi-Fi with NitroQAM & 5GHz Quad-Stream Technology
Whether you're gaming online in a heated competition or streaming a live event in 4K UHD, lag and buffering are simply not an option. NitroQAM (1024-QAM) technology delivers the ultimate 5GHz quad-stream (4x4) speeds of up to 2167Mbps, giving RT-AC86U combined total speed of 2917Mbps.
Revolutionary 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. In fact, RT-AC86U is able to connect to multiple MU-MIMO-compatible clients at each device's maximum speed simultaneously.
Prioritize Your Game with Adaptive QoS
Boost your gaming bandwidth with Adaptive QoS, which allows you to easily prioritize gaming packets and activities. You can even assign full dedicated bandwidth while gaming under gamer solo mode, making RT-AC86U the perfect ally for low latency gaming anywhere in your home.
AiProtection with Parental Control
RT-AC86U incorporates ASUS AiProtection, a commercial-grade network security system powered by Trend Micro Smart Home Network. With AiProtection, all connected devices are protected, even if they have no antivirus capability of their own — such as IoT devices.
Your Sharing Center & Digital Home Hub
RT-AC86U has four Gigabit LAN ports, USB 2.0 port and USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) port. Smart TV, game consoles, NAS storage devices and more can now have their own dedicated ports, making RT-AC86U your digital home hub.
ASUS Router App & ASUSWRT User Interface
The ASUS Router App and ASUSWRT are built from the ground-up to be both intuitive and robust, all without needing to boot up a PC. RT-AC86U features the enhanced, intuitive ASUSWRT user interface, which gives you easy access to both the 3-step web-based installation process and a wealth of robust advanced options.