ASUS GT-AX6000 Dual Band Gaming Router User Guide

: June 12, 2024
: Asus

Table of Contents

Package contents
A quick look at GT-AX6000
Position your wireless router
Preparing your modem
Setting up your GT-AX6000
FAQ
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

ASUS GT-AX6000 Dual Band Gaming Router

ASUS GT-AX6000 Dual Band Gaming Router

Package contents

☑ GT-AX6000 Wireless Router
☑ Network cable (RJ-45)
☑ AC adapter
☑ Quick Start Guide

A quick look at GT-AX6000

➊ Power LED	➒ USB 3.2 Gen 1 port
➋ 2.4GHz LED	❿ LAN 1 ~ 4 ports
➌ 5GHz LED	⓫ 2.5G/1G WAN port
➍ 2.5G WAN LED	⓬ 2.5G/1G LAN port
➎ 2.5G LAN LED	⓭ Reset button
➏ LAN LED	⓮ Power switch
➐ WPS LED	⓯ Power (DCIN) port
➑ USB 2.0 port

Position your wireless router

For optimal wireless transmission between the wireless router and connected wireless devices, ensure that you:

Place the wireless router in a centralized area for a maximum wireless coverage for the network devices.
Keep the wireless router away from metal obstructions and away from direct sunlight.
Keep the wireless router 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.
Always update to the latest firmware. Visit the ASUS website at
http://www.asus.com to get the latest firmware updates.
To ensure the best wireless signal, orient the four non-detachable antennas as shown in the drawings below

NOTES:

Use only the adapter that came with your package. Using other adapters may damage the device.
Specifications:

DC Power adapter| DC Output: +19V with 2.37A current DC Output: +19.5V with 2.31A current
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Operating Temperature| 0~40oC| Storage| 0~70oC
Operating Humidity| 50~90%| Storage| 20~90%

Preparing your modem

Unplug the power cable/DSL modem. If it has a battery backup, remove the battery.

NOTE: If you are using DSL for Internet, you will need your username/password from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) to properly configure the router.

Connect your modem to the router with the bundled network cable.
Power on your cable/DSL modem.
Check your cable/DSL modem LED lights to ensure the connection is active.

Setting up your GT-AX6000

You can set up your router via wired or wireless connection

A. Wired connection

Plug your router into a power outlet and power it on. Connect the network cable from your computer to a LAN port on your router.
The web GUI launches automatically when you open a web browser. If it does not auto-launch, enter http://router.asus.com.
Set up a password for your router to prevent unauthorized access.

B. Wireless connection

Plug your router into a power outlet and power it on.
Connect to the network with SSID shown on the product label on the back side of the router. For better network security, change to a unique SSID and assign a password.

Wi-Fi Name (SSID): ASUS_XX
XX refers to the last two digits of 2.4GHz MAC address. You can find it on the label on the back of your router.

You can choose either the web GUI or ASUS Router app to set up your router.
a. Web GUI Setup
- Once connected, the web GUI launches automatically when you open a web browser. If it does not auto-launch, enter http://router.asus.com.
- Set up a password for your router to prevent unauthorized access.
  
  b. App Setup
  Download ASUS Router App to set up your router via your mobile devices.
- Turn onWi-Fi on your mobile devices and connect to your router’s network.
- Follow ASUS Router App setup instructions to complete the setup.