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Asus ZenWiFi BT8 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Guide ZenWiFi BT8 ZenWiFi BT8 BE14000 Tri Band WiFi Router BE14000 Tri Band WiFi Router...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.
  • Page 3 Table of contents Getting to know your wireless router Welcome! ...................6 Package contents ................6 Your wireless router ...............7 Positioning your wireless router ..........8 Setup Requirements ..............9 Getting started Router Setup .................. 10 Wired connection ..............11 Wireless connection ...............12 Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Auto-detection ....14 Connecting to your wireless network ........
  • Page 4 Table of contents Firewall ..................... 40 3.6.1 General ..................40 3.6.2 URL Filter ..................41 3.6.3 Keyword filter ................42 3.6.4 Network Services Filter ............43 IPv6 ....................45 LAN ....................46 3.8.1 LAN IP ..................46 3.8.2 DHCP Server ................47 3.8.3 Route ...................49 3.8.4 IPTV ....................50 Network ...................
  • Page 5 Utilities Device Discovery ................94 Firmware Restoration ..............95 Setting up your printer server ..........97 4.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing ............97 4.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer ..........101 Download Master ..............106 4.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings ....107 4.4.2...
  • Page 6 Quick Start Guide Warranty card NOTES: • If any of the items are damaged or missing, contact ASUS for technical inquiries and support. Refer to Service and Support at the back of this user manual. • Keep the original packaging material in case you would need...
  • Page 7 Your wireless router LAN1-2 ports Power (DCIN) port USB 3.0 port 2.5G LAN3 port 2.5G WAN port Power switch LED Indicator 2.5G WAN port Connect your optical modem to the 2.5G WAN port with a network cable. LAN1-3 port Connect your PC to a LAN port with a network cable. Specifications: DC Power adapter DC Output: +12V with max 3A current...
  • Page 8 Wi-Fi devices, 2.4GHz computer peripherals, Bluetooth devices, cordless phones, transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators, and other industrial equipment to prevent signal interference or loss. • Always update to the latest firmware. Visit the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com to get the latest firmware updates.
  • Page 9 Setup Requirements To set up your wireless network, you need a computer that meets the following system requirements: • Ethernet RJ-45 (LAN) port (10Base-T/100Base- TX/1000BaseTX) • IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax wireless capability • An installed TCP/IP service • Web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome NOTES: •...
  • Page 10 • Use a wired connection when setting up your wireless router to avoid possible setup problems. • Before setting up your ASUS wireless router, do the following: • If you are replacing an existing router, disconnect it from your network.
  • Page 11 Wired connection NOTE: You can use either a straight-through cable or a crossover cable for wired connection. Modem LINE RESET Wall Power Outlet Power Laptop To set up your wireless router via wired connection: 1. Power on your router and use a network cable to connect your computer to your wireless router’s LAN port.
  • Page 12 Wireless connection To set up your wireless router via wireless connection: 1. Plug your router into a power outlet and power it on. Smart phone Modem Tablet LINE RESET Wall Power Outlet Power Laptop 2. Connect to the network name (SSID) shown on the product label on the back side of the router.
  • Page 13 NOTES: • For details on connecting to a wireless network, refer to the WLAN adapter’s user manual. • To set up the security settings for your network, refer to 3.1.1 Setting up the wireless security settings of this user manual.
  • Page 14 Reset button on your wireless router to reset it to its factory default settings. To use QIS with auto-detection: 1. Launch a web browser. You will be redirected to the ASUS Setup Wizard (Quick Internet Setup). If not, key in http://www.asusrouter.com manually.
  • Page 15 3. Assign the wireless network name (SSID) and security key for your wireless network connection. Click Apply when done. 4. On the Login Information Setup page, change the router’s login password to prevent unauthorized access to your wireless router. NOTE: The wireless router's login username and password is different from the wireless network name (SSID) and security key.
  • Page 16 Connecting to your wireless network After setting up your wireless router via QIS, you can connect your computer or other smart devices to your wireless network. To connect to your network: 1. On your computer, click the network icon in the notification area to display the available wireless networks.
  • Page 17 Advanced settings Advanced settings Logging into the Web GUI Your ASUS Wireless Router comes with an intuitive web graphical user interface (GUI) that allows you to easily configure its various features through a web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome.
  • Page 18 Top command buttons QIS - Smart Information Connect banner Wizard Navigation panel * The image is for reference only. NOTE: If you are logging into the Web GUI for the first time, you will be directed to the Quick Internet Setup (QIS) page automatically.
  • Page 19 3.1.1 Setting up the wireless security settings To protect your wireless network from unauthorized access, you need to configure its security settings. To set up the wireless security settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network. 2. On the Network screen and under Main Network, you can configure the wireless security settings such as SSID, security level, and encryption settings.
  • Page 20 4. From the WEP Encryption dropdown list, select the encryption method for your wireless network. IMPORTANT! The IEEE 802.11n/ac/ax standard prohibits using High Throughput with WEP or WPA-TKIP as the unicast cipher. If you use these encryption methods, your data rate will drop to IEEE 802.11g 54Mbps connection.
  • Page 21 3.1.3 Monitoring your USB device The ASUS Wireless Router provides a USB port for connecting a USB device or a USB printer to allow you to share files and printer with clients in your network. * The image is for reference only.
  • Page 22 To monitor your USB device: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network Map. 2. On the Network Map screen, select the USB Disk Status icon to display your USB device’s information. 3. On the AiDisk Wizard field, click GO to set up an FTP server for Internet file sharing.
  • Page 23 Safely removing the USB disk IMPORTANT! Incorrect removal of the USB disk may cause data corruption. To safely remove the USB disk: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network Map. > Eject USB disk. When 2. In the upper right corner, click the USB disk is ejected successfully, the USB status shows Unmounted.
  • Page 24 Adaptive QoS 3.2.1 Managing QoS (Quality of Service) Bandwidth Quality of Service (QoS) allows you to set the bandwidth priority and manage network traffic. To set up bandwidth priority: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Adaptive QoS > QoS.
  • Page 25 4. On the user-defined QoS rules page, there are four default online service types – web surf, HTTPS and file transfers. Select your preferred service, fill in the Source IP or MAC, Destination Port, Protocol, Transferred and Priority, then click Apply. The information will be configured in the QoS rules screen.
  • Page 26 • Change the order of upstream network packets that are sent to the Internet. • Under Upload Bandwidth table, set Minimum Reserved Bandwidth and Maximum Bandwidth Limit for multiple network applications with different priority levels. The percentages indicate the upload bandwidth rates that are available for specified network applications.
  • Page 27 • Access Point mode: In this mode, the router creates a new wireless network on an existing network. • AiMesh Node: You can set ZenWiFi BT8 as an AiMesh node to extend an existing AiMesh routers WiFi coverage. 3. Click Save.
  • Page 28 3.3.2 System The System page allows you to configure your wireless router settings. To set up the System settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Administration > System. 2. You can configure the following settings: • Change router login password: You can change the password and login name for the wireless router by entering a new name and password.
  • Page 29 3.3.3 Firmware Upgrade NOTE: Download the latest firmware from the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com. To upgrade the firmware: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Administration > Firmware Upgrade. 2. In the Firmware Version field, click Check to locate the downloaded file.
  • Page 30 To use AiCloud 2.0: 1. From Google Play Store or Apple Store, download and install the ASUS AiCloud 2.0 app to your smart device. 2. Connect your smart device to your network. Follow the instructions to complete the AiCloud 2.0 setup process.
  • Page 31 3.4.1 Cloud Disk To create a cloud disk: 1. Insert a USB storage device into the wireless router. 2. Turn on Cloud Disk. 3. Go to http://www.asusrouter.com and enter the router login account and password. For better user experience, we recommend that you use Google Chrome or Firefox.
  • Page 32 The Smart Access function allows you to easily access your home network via your router’s domain name. NOTES: • You can create a domain name for your router with ASUS DDNS. For more details, refer to section 3.13.6 DDNS. • By default, AiCloud 2.0 provides a secure HTTPS connection. Key in https://[yourASUSDDNSname].asuscomm.com for a very...
  • Page 33 AiProtection AiProtection provides real-time monitoring that detects malware, spyware, and unwanted access. It also filters unwanted websites and apps and allows you to schedule a time that a connected device is able to access the Internet. 3.5.1 Network Protection Network Protection prevents network exploits and secures your network from unwanted access.
  • Page 34 Configuring Network Protection To configure Network Protection: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > AiProtection. 2. From the AiProtection main page, click on Network Protection. 3. From the Network Protection tab, click Scan. When done scanning, the utility displays the results on the Router Security Assessment page.
  • Page 35 b. From the item’s security settings page, configure and make the necessary changes and click Apply when done. c. Go back to the Router Security Assessment page and click Close to exit the page. 5. To automatically configure the security settings, click Secure Your Router.
  • Page 36 Infected Device Prevention and Blocking This feature prevents infected devices from communicating personal information or infected status to external parties. NOTE: This function is automatically enabled if you run the Router Weakness Scan. To enable Infected Device Prevention and Blocking: 1.
  • Page 37 3.5.2 Setting up Parental Controls Parental Control allows you to control the Internet access time or set the time limit for a client’s network usage. To go to the Parental Controls main page: From the navigation panel, go to General > Parental Controls. Web &...
  • Page 38 6. Click to add the client’s profile. 7. Click Apply to save the settings.
  • Page 39 Time Scheduling Time Scheduling allows you to set the time limit for a client’s network usage. NOTE: Ensure that your system time is synchronized with the NTP server. To configure Time Scheduling: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Parental Controls >...
  • Page 40 Firewall The wireless router can serve as a hardware firewall for your network. NOTE: The Firewall feature is enabled by default. 3.6.1 General To set up basic Firewall settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Firewall > General.
  • Page 41 2. On the Enable Firewall field, select Yes. 3. On the Enable DoS protection, select Yes to protect your network from DoS (Denial of Service) attacks though this may affect your router’s performance. 4. You can also monitor packets exchanged between the LAN and WAN connection.
  • Page 42 3.6.3 Keyword filter Keyword filter blocks access to webpages containing specified keywords. To set up a keyword filter: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Firewall > Keyword Filter. 2. On the Enable Keyword Filter field, select Enabled. 3.
  • Page 43 3.6.4 Network Services Filter The Network Services Filter blocks LAN to WAN packet exchanges and restricts network clients from accessing specific web services such as Telnet or FTP.
  • Page 44 To set up a Network Service filter: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Firewall > Network Service Filter. 2. On the Enable Network Services Filter field, select Yes. 3. Select the Filter table type. Deny blocks the specified network services.
  • Page 45 IPv6 This wireless router supports IPv6 addressing, a system that supports more IP addresses. This standard is not yet widely available. Contact your ISP if your Internet service supports IPv6. To set up IPv6: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > IPv6. 2.
  • Page 46 3.8.1 LAN IP The LAN IP screen allows you to modify the LAN IP settings of your wireless router. NOTE: Any changes to the LAN IP address will be reflected on your DHCP settings. To modify the LAN IP settings: 1.
  • Page 47 3.8.2 DHCP Server Your wireless router uses DHCP to assign IP addresses automatically on your network. You can specify the IP address range and lease time for the clients on your network. To configure the DHCP server: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > LAN > DHCP Server.
  • Page 48 5. In the IP Pool Ending Address field, key in the ending IP address. 6. In the Lease Time field, specify in seconds when an assigned IP address will expire. Once it reaches this time limit, the DHCP server will then assign a new IP address. NOTES: •...
  • Page 49 3.8.3 Route If your network makes use of more than one wireless router, you can configure a routing table to share the same Internet service. NOTE: We recommend that you do not change the default route settings unless you have advanced knowledge of routing tables. To configure the LAN Routing table: 1.
  • Page 50 3.8.4 IPTV The wireless router supports connection to IPTV services through an ISP or a LAN. The IPTV tab provides the configuration settings needed to set up IPTV, VoIP, multicasting, and UDP for your service. Contact your ISP for specific information regarding your service.
  • Page 51 Network 3.9.1 Main Network - MAC Filter Wireless MAC filter provides control over packets transmitted to a specified MAC (Media Access Control) address on your wireless network. To set up the Wireless MAC filter: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network > Main Network and select the network name (SSID) of the main network.
  • Page 52 • Select Reject to prevent devices in the MAC filter list to access to the wireless network. NOTE: Select Disable if you want to turn off Enable MAC Filter. to access the Editor page, and 4. On the MAC filter list, click then click and key in the MAC address of the wireless device.
  • Page 53 3.9.2 Guest Network 3.9.2.1 Guest Network The Guest Network provides temporary visitors with Internet connectivity via access to separate SSIDs or networks without providing access to your private network. To create a guest network: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network > Guest Network >...
  • Page 54 4. Specify the access time or choose Scheduled to add an online schedule profile. 5. Select the WiFi Band for the guest network that you want to create. 6. Enable or disable the Bandwidth Limiter. 7. Enable or disable the Access Intranet. 8.
  • Page 55 3.9.2.2 Smart Home Master Smart Home Master is a powerful and user-friendly tool for network segmentation. It simplifies the process of creating and managing advanced subnetworks scenarios like creating a dedicated SSID for your children’s devices, connecting to a VPN through a dedicated subnetwork, or even creating one secure SSID for all your IoT devices.
  • Page 56 To create an IoT Network: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network > Guest Network > Add a Network. 2. Select IoT Network and assign a network name and security key in the Network Name (SSID) and Wireless Security fields. 3.
  • Page 57 To create a VPN Network: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network > Guest Network > Add a Network. 2. Select VPN Network and assign a network name and security key in the Network Name (SSID) and Wireless Security fields. 3.
  • Page 59 3.10 System Log System Log contains your recorded network activities. NOTE: System log resets when the router is rebooted or powered off. To view your system log: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > System Log. 2. You can view your network activities in any of these tabs: •...
  • Page 60 3.11 Traffic Analyzer The traffic monitor feature allows you to access the bandwidth usage and speed of your Internet, wired, or wireless networks. It allows you to monitor network traffic in real-time or on a daily basis. It also offers an option to display the network traffic within the last 24 hours.
  • Page 61 USB storage device, such as a USB hard disk or a USB flash drive, in the USB 3.0 port on the rear panel of your wireless router. Ensure that the USB storage device is formatted and partitioned properly. Refer to the ASUS website at http://event.asus.com/2009/networks/ disksupport/ for the file system support table.
  • Page 62 3.12.1 Using AiDisk AiDisk allows you to share files stored on a connected USB device through the Internet. AiDisk also assists you with setting up ASUS DDNS and an FTP server. To use AiDisk: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > USB application, then click the AiDisk icon.
  • Page 63 4. Create your domain name via the ASUS DDNS services, read the Terms of Service and then select I will use the service and accept the Terms of service and key in your domain name. When done, click Next. You can also select Skip ASUS DDNS settings then click Next to skip the DDNS setting.
  • Page 64 NOTE: Before using the DLNA Media Server function, connect your device to ZenWiFi BT8’s network. To launch the Media Server setting page, go to General > USB application > Servers Center> Media Servers. Refer to the following for the descriptions of the fields: •...
  • Page 65 Using Network Place (Samba) Share service Network Place (Samba) Share allows you to set up the accounts and permissions for the Samba service. To use Samba share: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > USB application > Servers Center > Network Place (Samba) Share / Cloud Disk. NOTE: Network Place (Samba) Share is enabled by default.
  • Page 66 To delete an existing account: a) Select the account that you want to delete. b) Click . c) When prompted, click Delete to confirm the account deletion. To add a folder: a) Click . b) Enter the folder name, and click Add. The folder that you created will be added to the folder list.
  • Page 67 Using the FTP Share service FTP share enables an FTP server to share files from USB disk to other devices via your local area network or via the Internet. IMPORTANT! • Ensure that you safely remove the USB disk. Incorrect removal of the USB disk may cause data corruption.
  • Page 68 To use FTP Share service: Ensure that you have set up your FTP server through NOTE: AiDisk. For more details, refer to the section 3.12.1 Using AiDisk. 1. From the navigation panel, click General > USB application > Servers Center > FTP Share. 2.
  • Page 69 3.12.3 3G/4G 3G/4G USB modems can be connected to ZenWiFi BT8 to allow Internet access. NOTE: For a list of verified USB modems, please visit: http://event.asus.com/2009/networks/3gsupport/. To set up 3G/4G internet access: 1. From the navigation panel, click General > USB application >...
  • Page 70 • Dial Number and PIN code: The 3G/4G provider’s access number and PIN code for connection. NOTE: PIN code may vary from different providers. • Username / Password: The username and password will be provided by the 3G/4G network carrier. •...
  • Page 71 3.13 WAN 3.13.1 Internet Connection The Internet Connection screen allows you to configure the settings of various WAN connection types.
  • Page 72 To configure the WAN connection settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > WAN > Internet Connection. 2. Configure the following settings below. When done, click Apply. • WAN Connection Type: Choose your Internet Service Provider type. The choices are Automatic IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP or fixed IP.
  • Page 73 • Contact your ISP and update the MAC address associated with your ISP service. • Clone or change the MAC address of the ASUS wireless router to match the MAC address of the previous networking device recognized by the ISP.
  • Page 74 2. Go to Dual WAN field, turn ON. 3. Choose your Primary WAN and Secondary WAN. There are 2.5G WAN and USB for your options. 4. Choose Fail Over or Load Balance. 5. Click Apply. NOTE: Detailed explanations are available on the ASUS Support Site FAQ https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1011719.
  • Page 75 3.13.3 Port Trigger Port range triggering opens a predetermined incoming port for a limited period of time whenever a client on the local area network makes an outgoing connection to a specified port. Port triggering is used in the following scenarios: •...
  • Page 76 • Protocol: Select the protocol, TCP, or UDP. • Incoming Port: Specify an incoming port to receive inbound data from the Internet. • Protocol: Select the protocol, TCP, or UDP. NOTES: • When connecting to an IRC server, a client PC makes an outgoing connection using the trigger port range 66660-7000.
  • Page 77 PC in your network. NOTE: When port forwarding is enabled, the ASUS router blocks unsolicited inbound traffic from the Internet and only allows replies from outbound requests from the LAN. The network client does not have access to the Internet directly, and vice versa.
  • Page 78 • Famous Game List: This item lists ports required for popular online games to work correctly. • FTP Server Port: Avoid assigning the port range 20:21 for your FTP server as this would conflict with the router’s native FTP server assignment. •...
  • Page 79 • You will need a client outside your LAN but has Internet access (referred to as “Internet client”). This client should not be connected to the ASUS router. • On the Internet client, use the router’s WAN IP to access the server.
  • Page 80 3.13.5 DMZ Virtual DMZ exposes one client to the Internet, allowing this client to receive all inbound packets directed to your Local Area Network. Inbound traffic from the Internet is usually discarded and routed to a specific client only if port forwarding or a port trigger has been configured on the network.
  • Page 81 DNS name rather than WAN IP address. • Server and Host Name: Choose ASUS DDNS or other DDNS. If you want to use ASUS DDNS, fill in the Host Name in the format of xxx.asuscomm.com (xxx is your host name).
  • Page 82 • If you want to use a different DDNS service, click FREE TRIAL and register online first. Fill in the User Name or E-mail Address and Password or DDNS Key fields. • Enable wildcard: Enable wildcard if your DDNS service requires one.
  • Page 83 3.14 Wireless 3.14.1 General The General tab allows you to configure the basic wireless settings. To configure the basic wireless settings: 1. From the navigation panel, go to Advanced Settings > Wireless > General. 2. Select 2.4GHz, 5GHz or 6GHz as the frequency band for your wireless network.
  • Page 84 5GHz NOTE: You can assign unique SSIDs for the 2.4 GHz, 6GHz frequency bands. 4. In the Hide SSID field, select Yes to prevent wireless devices from detecting your SSID. When this function is enabled, you would need to enter the SSID manually on the wireless device to access the wireless network.
  • Page 85 use TKIP + AES encryption and enter the WPA passphrase (network key). • WPA/WPA2 Enterprise/WPA Auto-Enterprise: This option provides very strong security. It is with integrated EAP server or an external RADIUS back-end authentication server. • Radius with 802.1x NOTE: Your wireless router supports the maximum transmission rate of 54Mbps when the Wireless Mode is set to Auto and encryption method is WEP or TKIP.
  • Page 86 3.14.2 WPS WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a wireless security standard that allows you to easily connect devices to a wireless network. You can configure the WPS function via the PIN code or WPS button. NOTE: Ensure that the devices support WPS. To enable WPS on your wireless network: 1.
  • Page 87 4. In the WPS Method field, select Push Button or Client PIN Code. If you select Push Button, go to step 5. If you select Client PIN Code, go to step 6. 5. To set up WPS using the router’s WPS button, follow these steps: a.
  • Page 88 ASUS wireless router. It can also be considered as a wireless repeater where your ASUS wireless router communicates with another access point and other wireless devices.
  • Page 89 • HYBRID: Enables the Wireless Bridge feature and allows other wireless devices/stations to connect to the router. NOTE: In Hybrid mode, wireless devices connected to the ASUS wireless router will only receive half the connection speed of the Access Point.
  • Page 90 3.14.4 RADIUS Setting RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial In User Service) Setting provides an extra layer of security when you choose WPA- Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise, or Radius with 802.1x as your Authentication Mode. To set up wireless RADIUS settings: 1. Ensure that the wireless router’s authentication mode is set to WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise, or Radius with 802.1x.
  • Page 91 3.14.5 Professional The Professional screen provides advanced configuration options. NOTE: We recommend that you use the default values on this page. In the Professional settings screen, you can configure the following: • Band: Select the frequency band that the professional settings will be applied to.
  • Page 92 • Enable wireless scheduler: You can choose clock format as 24-hour or 12-hour. The color in the table indicates Allow or Deny. Click each frame to change the settings of the hour of the weekdays and click OK when done. •...
  • Page 93 traffic. Select Long if your wireless network is composed of older or legacy wireless devices. • RTS Threshold: Select a lower value for RTS (Request to Send) Threshold to improve wireless communication in a busy or noisy wireless network with high network traffic and numerous wireless devices.
  • Page 94 Utilities Utilities NOTES: • Download and install the wireless router's utilities from the ASUS website: • Device Discovery v1.4.8.3 at https://dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ ASUS/LiveUpdate/Release/Wireless/Discovery.zip • Firmware Restoration v2.1.0.3 at https://dlcdnets.asus.com/ pub/ASUS/LiveUpdate/Release/Wireless/Rescue.zip • Windows Printer Utility v1.0.5.5 at http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ ASUS/LiveUpdate/Release/Wireless/Printer.zip • The utilities are not supported on MAC OS.
  • Page 95 Firmware Restoration Firmware Restoration is used on an ASUS Wireless Router that failed during its firmware upgrading process. It uploads the firmware that you specify. The process takes about three to four minutes. IMPORTANT! Launch the rescue mode on the router before using the Firmware Restoration utility.
  • Page 96 4. From your computer’s desktop, click Start > All Programs > ASUS Utility > Wireless Router > Firmware Restoration. 5. Specify a firmware file, then click Upload. NOTE: This is not a firmware upgrade utility and cannot be used on a working ASUS Wireless Router. Normal firmware upgrades must be done through the web interface.
  • Page 97 Setting up your printer server 4.3.1 ASUS EZ Printer Sharing ASUS EZ Printing Sharing utility allows you to connect a USB printer to your wireless router’s USB port and set up the print server. This allows your network clients to print and scan files wirelessly.
  • Page 98 To set up the EZ Printer sharing mode: 1. From the navigation panel, go to General > USB Application > Network Printer Server. 2. Click Download Now! to download the network printer utility. NOTE: Network printer utility is supported on Windows® 10 and Windows®...
  • Page 99 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your hardware, then click Next. 5. Wait a few minutes for the initial setup to finish. Click Next. 6. Click Finish to complete the installation. 7. Follow the Windows® OS instructions to install the printer driver.
  • Page 100 8. After the printer’s driver installation is complete, network clients can now use the printer.
  • Page 101 4.3.2 Using LPR to Share Printer You can share your printer with computers running on Windows® and MAC operating system using LPR/LPD (Line Printer Remote/ Line Printer Daemon). Sharing your LPR printer To share your LPR printer: 1. From the Windows® desktop, click Start > Devices and Printers >...
  • Page 102 3. Select Create a new port then set Type of Port to Standard TCP/IP Port. Click New Port. 4. In the Hostname or IP address field, key in the IP address of the wireless router then click Next.
  • Page 103 5. Select Custom then click Settings. 6. Set Protocol to LPR. In the Queue Name field, key in LPRServer then click OK to continue.
  • Page 104 7. Click Next to finish setting up the standard TCP/IP port. 8. Install the printer driver from the vendor-model list. If your printer is not in the list, click Have Disk to manually install the printer drivers from a CD-ROM or file.
  • Page 105 9. Click Next to accept the default name for the printer. 10. Click Finish to complete the installation.
  • Page 106 Download Master Download Master is a utility that helps you download files even while your laptops or other devices are switched off. NOTE: You need a USB device connected to the wireless router to use Download Master. To use Download Master: 1.
  • Page 107 5. Use the navigation panel to configure the advanced settings. 4.4.1 Configuring Bit Torrent download settings To configure BitTorrent download settings: 1. From Download Master’s navigation panel, click Bit Torrent to launch the Bit Torrent Setting page. 2. Select a specific port for your download task. 3.
  • Page 108 4.4.2 NZB settings You can set up a USENET server to download NZB files. After entering USENET settings, Apply.
  • Page 109 1. Launch the Web GUI. Go to Advanced Settings > Administration > Firmware Upgrade. Click Check to verify if the latest firmware is available. 2. If the latest firmware is available, visit the ASUS global website at https://www.asus.com/networking-iot-servers/whole- home-mesh-wifi-system/zenwifi-wifi-systems/asus-zenwifi- BT8/helpdesk_bios/?model2Name=ASUS-ZenWiFi-BT8 to download the latest firmware.
  • Page 110 Check if your network settings are correct. • Each client on the network should have a valid IP address. ASUS recommends that you use the wireless router’s DHCP server to assign IP addresses to computers on your network.
  • Page 111 • Some cable modem service providers require you to use the MAC address of the computer initially registered on the account. You can view the MAC address in the web GUI, Network Map > Clients page, and hover the mouse pointer over your device in Client status.
  • Page 112 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) I cannot access the router GUI using a web browser • If your computer is wired, check the Ethernet cable connection and LED status as described in the previous section. • Ensure that you are using the correct login information. Ensure that the Caps Lock key is disabled when you enter the login information.
  • Page 113 The client cannot establish a wireless connection with the router. NOTE: If you are having issues connecting to 5GHz network, make sure that your wireless device supports 5GHz or features dual band capabilities. • Out of Range: • Move the router closer to the wireless client. •...
  • Page 114 • SSID has been hidden. If your device can find SSIDs from other routers but cannot find your router’s SSID, go to Advanced Settings > Wireless > General, select No on Hide SSID, and select Auto on Control Channel. • If you are using a wireless LAN adapter, check if the wireless channel in use conforms to the channels available in your country/area.
  • Page 115 Internet is not accessible. • Check if your router can connect to your ISP’s WAN IP address. To do this, launch the web GUI and go to General> Network Map, and check the Internet status. • If your router cannot connect to your ISP’s WAN IP address, try restarting your network as described in the section Restart your network in following sequence under Basic Troubleshooting.
  • Page 116 You forgot the SSID (network name) or network password • Setup a new SSID and encryption key via a wired connection (Ethernet cable). Launch the web GUI, go to Network Map, click the router icon, enter a new SSID and encryption key, and then click Apply.
  • Page 117 Cannot access Web GUI Before configuring your wireless router, do the steps described in this section for your host computer and network clients. Disable the proxy server, if enabled. Windows® 1. Click Start > Internet Explorer to launch the browser. 2.
  • Page 118 MAC OS 1. From your Safari browser, click Safari > Preferences > Advanced > Change Settings... 2. From the Network screen, deselect FTP Proxy and Web Proxy (HTTP). 3. Click Apply Now when done. NOTE: Refer to your browser's help feature for details on disabling the proxy server.
  • Page 119 2. Click Properties to display the Ethernet Properties window. 3. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) or Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6), then click Properties. 4. To obtain the IPv4 IP settings automatically, tick Obtain an IP address automatically. To obtain the IPv6 IP settings automatically, tick Obtain an IPv6 address automatically.
  • Page 120 MAC OS 1. Click the Apple icon located on the top left of your screen. 2. Click System Preferences > Network > Configure... 3. From the TCP/IP tab, select Using DHCP in the Configure IPv4 dropdown list. 4. Click Apply Now when done.
  • Page 121 Appendices Appendices GNU General Public License Licensing information This product includes copyrighted third-party software licensed under the terms of the GNU General Public License. Please see The GNU General Public License for the exact terms and conditions of this license. All future firmware updates will also be accompanied with their respective source code.
  • Page 122 When we speak of free software, we are referring to freedom, not price. Our General Public Licenses are designed to make sure that you have the freedom to distribute copies of free software (and charge for this service if you wish), that you receive source code or can get it if you want it, that you can change the software or use pieces of it in new free programs;...
  • Page 123 Finally, any free program is threatened constantly by software patents. We wish to avoid the danger that redistributors of a free program will individually obtain patent licenses, in effect making the program proprietary. To prevent this, we have made it clear that any patent must be licensed for everyone’s free use or not licensed at all.
  • Page 124 You may charge a fee for the physical act of transferring a copy, and you may at your option offer warranty protection in exchange for a fee. 2. You may modify your copy or copies of the Program or any portion of it, thus forming a work based on the Program, and copy and distribute such modifications or work under the terms of Section 1 above, provided that you also meet all of...
  • Page 125 These requirements apply to the modified work as a whole. If identifiable sections of that work are not derived from the Program, and can be reasonably considered independent and separate works in themselves, then this License, and its terms, do not apply to those sections when you distribute them as separate works.
  • Page 126 c) Accompany it with the information you received as to the offer to distribute corresponding source code. (This alternative is allowed only for noncommercial distribution and only if you received the program in object code or executable form with such an offer, in accord with Subsection b above.) The source code for a work means the preferred form of the work for making modifications to it.
  • Page 127 Therefore, by modifying or distributing the Program (or any work based on the Program), you indicate your acceptance of this License to do so, and all its terms and conditions for copying, distributing or modifying the Program or works based on it.
  • Page 128 range of software distributed through that system in reliance on consistent application of that system; it is up to the author/ donor to decide if he or she is willing to distribute software through any other system and a licensee cannot impose that choice.
  • Page 129 NO WARRANTY 11 BECAUSE THE PROGRAM IS LICENSED FREE OF CHARGE, THERE IS NO WARRANTY FOR THE PROGRAM, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW. EXCEPT WHEN OTHERWISE STATED IN WRITING THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND/OR OTHER PARTIES PROVIDE THE PROGRAM “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
  • Page 130 15 cm (6 inches) between implanted medical devices and ASUS products to reduce the risk of interference. • Kindly use ASUS products in good reception conditions to minimize the radiation's level. • Keep the device away from pregnant women and the lower abdomen of the teenager.
  • Page 131 WARNING! • DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. • DO NOT place or drop objects on the top of the product. Avoid exposing the product to mechanical shock such as crushing, bending, puncturing or shredding. • DO NOT disassemble, open, microwave, incinerate, paint, or shove any foreign objects into this product.
  • Page 132 Service and Support Visit our multi-language website at https://www.asus.com/support.