ASUS RT-BE88U Dual Band Wi-Fi Router User Guide

: June 1, 2024
: Asus

Table of Contents

ASUS RT-BE88U Dual Band Wi-Fi Router
Router Overview
Specifications:
Product Usage Instructions:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
- Q: How do I reset the router to factory settings?
- Q: Can I use a USB drive with the router?
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

ASUS RT-BE88U Dual Band Wi-Fi Router

USER GUIDE

Model: RT-BE88U

Router Overview

1. Power LED	10. 10G SFP+ port
2. 5GHz LED	11. WPS button
3. 2.4GHz LED	12. 2.5G WAN/LAN1 port
4. USB 3.2 Gen 1 LED	13. 2.5G LAN2-4 ports
5. LAN LED	14. 1G LAN5~8 ports
6. 10G SFP+ LED	15. Reset button
7. 10G LED	16. USB 3.2 Gen 1 port
8. WAN (Internet) LED	17. DCIN port
9. 10G WAN/LAN (Internet) port	18. Power switch

For detailed information, please refer to
https://asus.click/RT-BE88U_Manual

1. Reboot modem and ensure its connection is ready Notice: Unplug modem for 10 sec then plug back in

Reboot modem

2. Wired up your ASUS router, and power it on

Once the WAN LED turns ON, it is ready for setup

Wired up

3. Scan the code and download ASUS Router app for setup

Scan

http://asus.me/asusrouteri

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Specifications:

Model: RT-BE88U
Wireless Bands: Dual Band (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
Ports:
- 1 x 10G SFP+ port
- 1 x 10G WAN/LAN (Internet) port
- 1 x 2.5G WAN/LAN1 port
- 3 x 2.5G LAN2-4 ports
- 4 x 1G LAN5~8 ports
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port
- 1 x DCIN port

Product Usage Instructions:

1. Initial Setup

Before starting, make sure to connect the router to a power source using the provided power adapter. Then, connect the router to your modem using an Ethernet cable.

2. Accessing the Router Settings

To access the router settings, open a web browser on a device connected to the router and enter the default IP address of the router (usually 192.168.1.1) in the address bar. You will be prompted to enter a username and password, which are typically found in the user manual.

3. Configuring Wireless Settings

Within the router settings interface, navigate to the wireless settings section to configure your Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password. You can also set up separate SSIDs for the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands if desired.

4. Connecting Devices

To connect devices wirelessly, search for your Wi-Fi network on the device and enter the password you set up earlier. For wired connections, use the LAN ports on the router to connect devices via Ethernet cables.

5. Advanced Settings

Explore additional features in the router settings such as parental controls, guest networks, port forwarding, and Quality of Service (QoS) settings to optimize your network performance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: How do I reset the router to factory settings?

A: Locate the reset button on the router (usually labeled) and press and hold it for about 10 seconds until the router lights flash. This will reset the router to its default settings.

Q: Can I use a USB drive with the router?

A: Yes, you can connect a USB drive to the USB 3.2 Gen 1 port on the router to share files across your network or create a network-attached storage (NAS) system.