ASUS ZenWiFi BE3600 Dual Band Wi-Fi Router User Guide

: September 9, 2024
: Asus

Table of Contents

ASUS ZenWiFi BE3600 Dual Band Wi-Fi Router
Specifications
Hardware Explanations
Before Setup
ASUS Router App
AiMesh Setup Steps
Troubleshooting
Relocation THE BEST PERFORMANCE
FAQ
Federal Communications Commission Statement
Safety Notices

ASUS ZenWiFi BE3600 Dual Band Wi-Fi Router

Specifications

DC Power adapter Operating Temperature Operating Humidity
DC Output: +12V with max 1.5A current
Operating Temperature: 0~40°C
Storage Temperature: 0~70°C
Operating Humidity: 50~90%
Storage Humidity: 20~90%

Product Overview

The ASUS ZenWiFi BE5000 is a dual-band WiFi router designed to provide high- speed internet connectivity and seamless coverage throughout your home or office space.

Hardware Setup

Plug the adapter into the DC port of the router and press the power switch.
The power LED will illuminate when the hardware is ready for setup.

Setting up an AiMesh WiFi System

Power on three ZenWiFi BE5000 routers.
Connect your optical modem to a 2.5GbE port of the ZenWiFi BE5000 labeled as Main Unit using a network cable.
The LED will turn solid blue indicating the router is ready for setup.

ZenWiFi BE5000 LED Indications

Solid blue: Router ready for setup
Solid white: Router online and working properly
Solid yellow: Weak signal between router and node
Solid red: No internet connection or node disconnected

Hardware Explanations

Plug the adapter into the DC port, and press the power switch.
The power LED will light up when your hardware is ready.
ZenWiFi BE5000 Overview

Specifications

2.5GbE port (WAN/LAN auto-detecting)

Connect your optical modem to a 2.5GbE port with a network cable.
Connect your PC to a 2.5GbE port with a network cable.

Before Setup

Preparing to set up an AiMesh WiFi system

Find three ZenWiFi BE5000, and power them on.
Use a network cable to connect your optical modem to a 2.5GbE port of ZenWiFi BE5000 with the “Main Unit” sticker. This ZenWiFi BE5000 will be the AiMesh router, and the other two ZenWiFi BE5000 will be the AiMesh nodes.
The LED turns solid blue to indicate that ZenWiFi BE5000 is ready for setup.

ASUS Router App

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

AiMesh Setup Steps

Prepare
Place your AiMesh router and node in the same room and at least 1 meter apart during the setup process.
AiMesh node
Keep your AiMesh node powered on and standby for AiMesh system settings.
Launching ASUS Router APP
Launch ASUS Router APP, and then follow the on-screen instructions to finish the AiMesh setup.
NOTE: When you’re using a wireless backhaul to connect your router and AiMesh node, both 2.5GbE ports on your AiMesh node can be used as LAN ports.

Troubleshooting

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

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

Relocation THE BEST PERFORMANCE

Locate the AiMesh router and node 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.

ZenWiFi BE5000 LED indications

Solid blue:
Your ZenWiFi BE5000 is ready for setup.
Solid white:
Your ZenWiFi BE5000 is online and works well.
Solid yellow:
The signal between your ZenWiFi BE5000 router and the node is weak.
Solid red:
Your ZenWiFi BE5000 router has no Internet connection. / Your node is disconnected from the router.

FAQ

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://www.asusrouter.com), and go to the page Administration > Operation Mode.
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.
Follow the setup steps to establish a connection between the AiMesh router and node via WiFi first.
Place the node in the ideal locations for best coverage. Run an Ethernet cable from either 2.5GbE port of the AiMesh router to either 2.5GbE port of AiMesh node.
AiMesh system will auto-select the best path for data transmission, whether wired or wireless.
Where can I find more information about Mesh WiFi system?
A: Technical support site: https://www.asus.com/support

https://www.asus.com/support
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 https://esg.asus.com/en/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 https://esg.asus.com/Compliance.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.

FCC regulations restrict the operation of this device to indoor use only. 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.

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 53 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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
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

For product available in the US/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.
Pour les produits disponibles aux États-Unis et au Canada, seuls les canaux 1 à 11 peuvent être utilisés. La sélection d’autres canaux n’est pas possible.
This device is restricted for indoor use only.

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.