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ASUS DSL-AC68U - AC1900
*** FYI FELLOW BT CUSTOMERS - If you've always used BT's Home Hubs & don't know them already, you'll probably need to contact BT for your broadband log-on username/password. (I've always known mine & it has extra characters to my original BT email for example). Otherwise, this is an excellent modem/router for use with BT Infinity (ADSL/VDSL). It's fully compatible & it works very well. ***
*** FYI IN GENERAL - 2 IMPORTANT things to do up front.
1) Download the latest firmware to your PC, (preferably before you disconnect your old HH, modem/router). Once you have everything hooked up to the ASUS router you can access it over the LAN. Apply the update from the "ADMIN" section of the router's web interface. (I had problems with the "Quick Internet Setup" wizard with the stock firmware & it just would NOT work at all & it couldn't connect, (with BT at least)!!! After the quick update, RESTART the router, then run the "Quick Internet Setup" & follow the directions. It auto configures everything for your ISP & it will then connect to the internet.
2) The router's default username/password are admin/admin!! Go to the "ADMIN" section of the web interface & assign SECURE login credentials. (You can configure the rest as you go after this). *** With that out of the way...
...As I've come to expect from ASUS in general over the last 20+ years - This is an excellent quality product overall. Despite the relatively high cost I'm VERY glad I've finally upgraded & binned the BT HH 4 I'd been stuck with until I had the spare cash. I'm very happy with the router right across the board & I've had my eye on one for a while. Other than the initial problems with the stock firmware I haven't had any further problems since. My broadband is a touch faster than the BT HH & my LAN is faster for file X-fers, etc., too. In direct comparison this router is far more configurable & more secure. Aesthetically it looks good, they've given it a quality finish. It's solidly made & everything is well laid out for ease of use. The front face has all the indicator LED's required to visually check the connection status of everything at a glance. All of the physical connections are near the base at the rear. Unfortunately, it only has the one USB 3 port but it's not a deal breaker. (I've been using an 8TB external HDD with mine which is a higher volume than the stated specs, it's quite possible that larger HDD's may also work too). The triple antennas provide fast & reliable Wi-Fi range/coverage, I have excellent Wi-Fi throughout my home without needing any additional hardware. (The "Guest Wi-Fi" is incredibly useful too, separate passwords can be configured so your guests don't need your main password. Guests can also be restricted to internet access only too & can't access any devices/shares on your LAN). There are 2 buttons on the rear to quickly reset or power off the device, & 2 buttons conveniently placed on the side for WPS, & to turn the Wi-Fi service on/off as required.
ASUS continue to issue firmware updates with software improvements & bug fixes, etc. (The router automatically checks for updates & provides a notification from the web interface). The software aspect is also very good in general. The web interface is well laid out & intuitive. Like many quality routers, once your router is fully configured you can save full backups of the settings at any time & restore them as required. Configuring the basics is very simple to do & ASUS have made the basics easy to find for users unfamiliar with configuring routers, etc. The router also has various functions for monitoring real time usage of bandwidth as a whole or separately from your wired, or wireless devices. It can also track bandwidth usage of various individual apps per device if enabled too, (if you need to keep an eye on what the kids are possibly accessing that you may have missed when setting up a device for example). In fact, they're absolutely PACKED with useful features & utilities, far too many to list here!!
Supplied in full retail packaging with a UK power adaptor, ADSL cable (RJ-11), LAN cable (RJ-45) & a splitter/filter. Also included is a quick start guide & a CD with a digital manual, & utilities. I've owned some very good Netgear & Linksys modem/routers over the years (or set them up for others too), but this is undoubtedly the absolute best I've ever owned. Exceptional!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. 5/5.
| Brand | ASUS |
|---|---|
| Product Dimensions | 8.33 x 22 x 16 cm; 639.56 Grams |
| Item model number | 111905 |
| Manufacturer | Asus |
| Color | Black |
| Connectivity Type | Wi-Fi |
| Wireless Type | 802.11n, 802.11b, 802.11a, 802.11g, 802.11ac |
| Voltage | 240 Volts |
| Operating System | Linux, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 8, Windows 7, Mac OS |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Item Weight | 640 g |
