ASUS ZenWiFi XD5 AX3000 Dual Band WIFi Router User Guide

ASUS ZenWiFi XD5 AX3000 Dual Band WIFi Router

Hardware Explanations

1. Plug the adapter into the DCIN port.
2. The power LED will light up when your hardware is ready.

XD5 Overview

WAN/LAN port
Connect your modem to this port with a network cable.

LAN port
Connect your PC to a LAN port with a network cable.

Specifications

Before Setup

Preparing to set up an AiMesh WiFi system

1. Find three ZenWiFi XD5, and power them on.
2. Use a network cable to connect your modem to the WAN port of one ZenWiFi XD5. This ZenWiFi XD5 will be the AiMesh router, and the other two ZenWiFi XD5 will be the AiMesh nodes.
3. The LED turns solid blue to indicate that ZenWiFi XD5 is ready for setup.

ASUS Router App

Download free ASUS Router APP to set up and manage your router(s).

AiMesh Setup Steps

1. Prepare
   Place your ZenWiFi XD5 router and nodes within 3 meters of each other during the setup process.

2. AiMesh node
   Keep your AiMesh nodes powered on and standby for AiMesh system settings.

3. Launch ASUS Router APP, and then follow the on-screen instructions to finish the AiMesh setup.

Troubleshooting

If your AiMesh router cannot find any AiMesh nodes nearby or synchronization fails, please check the following and try again.

• a Move your AiMesh nodes closer to the AiMesh router ideally. Ensure that it is within 3 meters.
• b Your AiMesh nodes are powered on.

Relocation THE BEST PERFORMANCE

Locate the AiMesh router and nodes at the best place. NOTES: To minimize interference, keep the routers away from devices like cordless phones, Bluetooth devices and microwave ovens.
We recommend that you place the routers in an open or spacious location.

Wall-mount the ZenWiFi XD5

IMPORTANT! You can either install it with the ASUS logo facing up or down, depending on the placement of your modem. . DO NOT install this equipment on the ceiling or mount it higher than 2 meters.

NOTE: It is recommended to use the attached anchor and screws.

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.

WARNING! Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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.

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)

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 30 cm 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

ZenWiFi XD5 LED indications

• Solid blue:
  Your ZenWiFi XD5 is ready for setup.

• Solid white:
  Your ZenWiFi XD5 is online and works well.

• Solid yellow:
  The signal between your ZenWiFi XD5 router and the node is weak.

• Solid red:
  Your ZenWiFi XD5 router has no Internet connection. / Your node is disconnected from the router.

FAQ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q1: Does the AiMesh router support Access Point mode?
A : Yes. You can choose to set the AiMesh router as router mode or access point mode. Please go to web GUI (http://router.asus.com), and go to the page Administration > Operation Mode.

Q2: Could I setup wired connection between AiMesh routers (Ethernet backhaul)?
A: Yes. AiMesh system supports both wireless and wired connection between AiMesh router and node to maximize throughput and stability. AiMesh analyzes the wireless signal strength for each frequency band available, and then determines automatically whether a wireless or wired connection is best to serve as the inter-router connection backbone.

1. Follow the setup steps to establish a connection between the AiMesh router and node via WiFi first.
2. Place the node in the ideal locations for best coverage. Run an Ethernet cable from the LAN port of the AiMesh router to the WAN port of AiMesh node.

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 your retailer.
• 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.

Manufacturer
ASUSTeK Computer Inc.

• Tel: +886-2-2894-3447
• Address: 1F., No. 15, Lide Rd., Beitou Dist., Taipei City 112, Taiwan

References

• Radio equipment list (REL)
• ASUS Global

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