ASUS RT-BE96U Tri Band WiFi Router User Guide

June 14, 2024
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ASUS RT-BE96U Tri Band WiFi Router

Product Information

Specifications:

  • Model: RT-BE96U
  • Product Name: BE19000 Tri-band WiFi Router
  • Hardware Explanations: 150200268600MAS R01 AMDV
  • LEDs: 10GE LAN LED, WPS LED, 6GHz/5GHz/2.4GHz WiFi LEDs, Power LED, 10 /1GE WAN (Internet) LED, 1GE LAN LED
  • Ports: Power switch, USB 3.0 port, 1GE WAN/LAN1 port, Reset button, 10GE WAN/LAN1 port, USB 2.0 port, LAN2-4 ports, 10GE LAN port
  • DC Power adapter:
    • DC Output: +19V with max 3.42A current
    • DC Output: +19.5V with max 3.33A current
  • Operating Temperature: 0~40°C
  • Storage Temperature: 0~70°C
  • Operating Humidity: 50~90%
  • Storage Humidity: 20~90%

Product Usage Instructions

Step 01: Prepare your Modem

  1. Unplug the power of cable/DSL modem.
  2. Connect your modem to the WAN port at the back side of the router with the network cable provided.
  3. Power on the modem. Plug modem to the power outlet and power on.
  4. Check the modem LED lights to ensure the connection is active.

Step 02: Install your Router

  1. Plug the adapter into the DCIN port, and press the Power switch.
  2. The Power LED will light up when the hardware is ready.
  3. On your iOS or Android mobile device, go to the app store,search for ASUS Router, and download the app.
  4. On your iOS or Android mobile device, tap Settings > Wi-Fi, connect to the default network SSID shown on the product label on the back side of the router. Or scan the QR code on the product label to connect the default network SSID.
  5. Launch ASUS Router App and follow the instructions to complete the setup.

Step 03: Connect your PC to the Router

  • Wired Connection:
    1. Connect your PC to a LAN (LAN2~4) port at the back side of the router using an additional network cable.
    2. Open a web browser and you will be redirected to the ASUS Setup Wizard. If not, navigate to http://www.asusrouter.com
    3. Follow the instructions to complete the setup.
  • Wireless Connection:
    1. Connect to the network with default SSID shown on the product label on the back side of your router ASUS_XX.
    2. Open a web browser and you will be redirected to the ASUS Setup Wizard. If not, navigate to http://www.asusrouter.com
    3. Follow the instructions to complete the setup.

Gain Another 10GE LAN Port

Step 01: Set up 1GE WAN connection to release another 10GE LAN Port

  1. Connect the modem to the 1GE WAN port with a network cable.
  2. Select Manual Setting in the ASUS Setup Wizard.
  3. Select 1G WAN, then follow the instructions to complete the setup of SSID and login information.

Step 02: Start to Use

  1. After following the setup steps, the router will reboot for a second and start to connect to the Internet with 1GE port.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1: Where can I find more information about the wireless router?
You can find more information about the wireless router on the ASUS technical support site: https://www.asus.com/support

You can also find video tutorials on the ASUS service and support page: https://www.asus.com/support

RT-BE96U
BE19000 Tri-band WiFi Router

If no 6GHz SSID is displayed, please check whether your OS and client device are fully licensed to support the newly released 6GHz band. You can check with your OS and client device provider for Wi-Fi 6E driver release schedule.

Hardware Explanations

ASUS-RT-BE96U-Tri-Band-WiFi-Router-FIG- \(1\)

Specifications

DC Power adapter| DC Output: +19V with max 3.42A current

DC Output: +19.5V with max 3.33A current

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Operating Temperature| 0~40oC| Storage| 0~70oC
Operating Humidity| 50~90%| Storage| 20~90%

Router Setup Steps

Prepare your Modem

  1. Unplug the power of cable / DSL modem.
  2. If you are using DSL for internet,you will need your username /password from your Internet service provider (ISP) to properly configure your router.
  3. Connect your modem to the WAN port at the back side of the router with the network cable provided.
  4. Power on the modem. Plug modem to the power outlet and power on.
  5. Check the modem LED lights to ensure the connection is active.

Install your Router

  1. Plug the adapter into the DCIN port,and press the Power switch.

  2. The Power LED will light up when the hardware is ready.ASUS-RT-BE96U-Tri-Band-WiFi-Router-FIG- \(6\)
    – Via app

  3. [App] On your iOS or Android mobile device, go to the app store, search for ASUS Router, and download the app.

  4. App] On your iOS or Android mobile device, tap Settings > Wi-Fi, connect to the default network SSID shown on the product label on the back side of the router. Or scan the QR code on the product label to connect the default network SSID.

  5. [App] Launch ASUS Router App and follow the instructions to complete the setup.

– Or via web browser

  • * [Wired] Connect your PC to a LAN (LAN2-4) port at the back side of the router using an additional network cable.  

    [Wireless] Connect to the network with default SSID shown on the product label on the back side of your router “ASUS_XX”.

  • [Wired / Wireless] Open a web browser.
    You will be redirected to the ASUS Setup Wizard. If not, navigate to http://www.asusrouter.com

ASUS-RT-BE96U-Tri-Band-WiFi-Router-FIG- \(12\)

Follow the instructions to complete the setup.

Gain Another 10GE LAN Port

Set up 1GE WAN connection to release another 10GE LAN Port

Under factory defaults

Connect to the 1GE WAN port
Connect the modem to the 1GE WAN port with a network cable

ASUS-RT-BE96U-Tri-Band-WiFi-Router-FIG- \(13\)

Login and Connect

  1. [ASUS Setup Wizard] Select “Manual Setting”.
  2. [ASUS Setup Wizard] Select “1G WAN”, then follow the instructions to complete the setup of SSID and login information.ASUS-RT-BE96U-Tri-Band-WiFi-Router-FIG- \(16\)

Start to Use
After following the setup steps, the router will reboot for a second and start to connect the Internet with 1GE port.

ASUS-RT-BE96U-Tri-Band-WiFi-Router-FIG- \(15\)

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Where can I find more information about the wireless router?
Technical support site: https://www.asus.com/support

Service and Support

https://www.asus.com/support

Video Tutorials

https://qr.asus.com/wl_videotutorials

ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services
ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components, as well as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling information in different regions.

REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework,we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

  • This device may not cause harmful interference.
  • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

  • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC RF Caution Statement:

WARNING: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.

Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Information
The radiated output power of the ASUS Wireless Device is below the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada radio frequency exposure limits. The ASUS Wireless Device should be used in such a manner such that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 53cm between the radiator any part of your body.
This device has been certified for use in Canada. Status of the listing in the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s REL (Radio Equipment List) can be found at the following web address: http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site /ceb-bhst.nsf/eng/h_tt00020.html
Additional Canadian information on RF exposure also can be found at the following web: https://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/smt-gst.nsf/eng/sf08792.html

Prohibition of Co-location
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To maintain compliance with FCC exposure compliance requirement, please follow operation instruction as documented in this manual. This device is restricted for indoor use.

WARNING! This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 53cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
The operation of this device is prohibited on oil platforms, cars, trains, boats, and aircraft, except that operation of this device is permitted in large aircraft while flying above 10,000 feet.
Operation of transmitters in the 5.925-7.125 GHz band is prohibited for control of or Communications with unmanned aircraft systems.

This device is restricted for indoor use.
Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.
CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B)

Safety Notices

  • Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0°C(32°F) and 40°C(104°F).
  • Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your product and ensure your power adapter complies with this rating.
  • DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged.
  • DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the product.
  • DO NOT expose to or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT use the modem during electrical storms.
  • DO NOT cover the vents on the product to prevent the system from getting overheated.
  • DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals.
  • If the Adapter is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or yourretailer.
  • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system.
  • DO NOT mount this equipment higher than 2 meters.

References

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