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Asus RT-AC51U IEEE 802.11ac Ethernet Wireless Router
- Black
- Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) 433 Mbit/s
- Fast Ethernet
- Ethernet WAN
- Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: 5
- Quality of Service (QoS) support
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Ethernet WAN
- Yes
- Wi-Fi band
- Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz)
- Top Wi-Fi standard
- Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- WLAN data transfer rate (max)
- 433 Mbit/s
- Wi-Fi standards
- 802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
- Ethernet LAN
- Yes
Product details
ASUS RT-AC51U. Wi-Fi band: Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz), Top Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), WLAN data transfer rate (max): 433 Mbit/s. Ethernet LAN interface type: Fast Ethernet, Ethernet LAN data rates: 10,100 Mbit/s, Cabling technology: 10/100Base-T(X). Security algorithms: 128-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2, WPA2-PSK, WPS. Supported network protocols: IPv4, IPv6. Product colour: Black
WAN connection
| Ethernet WAN | Yes |
Wireless LAN features
| Wi-Fi band | Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| WLAN data transfer rate (max) | 433 Mbit/s |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
Network
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN interface type | Fast Ethernet |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100 Mbit/s |
| Cabling technology | 10/100Base-T(X) |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n |
DSL features
| Internal modem | Yes |
Ports & interfaces
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 5 |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
Management features
| Quality of Service (QoS) support | Yes |
| Reset button | Yes |
Security
| Security algorithms | 128-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2, WPA2-PSK, WPS |
| Firewall | Yes |
Protocols
| DHCP client | Yes |
| DHCP server | Yes |
| Supported network protocols | IPv4, IPv6 |
Design
| Product colour | Black |
| LED indicators | Yes |
| On/off switch | Yes |
Packaging content
| Cables included | LAN (RJ-45) |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Manual | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
Antenna
| Antenna design | Internal & external |
| Antennas quantity | 3 |
| Detachable antenna(s) | Yes |
Power
| Power source type | AC |
| AC input voltage | 110 - 240 V |
| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
Weight & dimensions
| Width | 189 mm |
| Depth | 129 mm |
| Height | 36 mm |
| Weight | 270 g |
Logistics data
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85176990 |
Other features
| WLAN data transfer rates supported | 1,2,5.5,6,9,12,18,24,36,48,54,300,433 Mbit/s |
| Frequency range | 2.4 - 5 GHz |
| USB ports quantity | 1 |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| Frequency band | 2.4 & 5 |
Description
Great-value dual-band AC750 wireless router for home and cloud use - 802.11ac dual-band wireless at up to 733 Mbps for high-performance wireless - Expanded wireless coverage with two detachable high-gain antennas - USB port for printer networking, storage sharing, or 3G/4G connections - ASUS AiCloud app to access, sync, share and stream your files on the go –quickly and easily - Easy 30 second setup and robust controls like network monitoring through ASUSWRT dashboard The Essential AC Upgrade ASUS RT-AC51U Dual-band Wireless-AC750 router gives you both fast wireless speed and great value to upgrade your home network to the latest 802.11ac Wi-Fi technology today. Experience simultaneous dual-band connectivity and enjoy 300 Mbps speed on the 2.4 GHz frequency and up to 433 Mbps in 5 GHz band. Thanks to its multipurpose USB port, RT-AC51U is much more than just a router. Plug in a USB hard disk drive and you’ve got an instant file server — and one that extends into the cloud via ASUS AiCloud. Alternatively, attach a USB printer to RT-AC51U to create a print server for sharing one device with several users. The USB even accommodates 3G/4G mobile broadband dongles for two broadband (WAN) connections on one router so you’ll never again have to worry about your internet access going down. The port can even be used for powering gadgets such as smartphones and tablets, making it a handy charging station. The easy-to-use ASUSWRT graphical user interface unlocks the power of RT-AC51U giving robust control to optimize your network for you. 30-second setup and easy traffic management means even network newbies can enjoy its sophisticated features, while power users will love its IPv6 support, multiple wireless SSIDs and secure VPN access. Next gen 802.11ac wireless, up to 3X faster than 1x1 wireless N routers Powered by 5th generation Wi-Fi (5G Wi-Fi), the 802.11ac chipset gives the RT-AC51U faster wireless speeds than N technology. At 2.4 GHz, it reaches 300 Mbps, while on the 5GHz band it blazes to 433 Mbps. The upgraded bandwidth has the higher capacity you need to increase Wi-Fi enjoyment at home. With notebooks, desktops, pads, and smartphones now all Wi-Fi-reliant, it’s time to upgrade to the next generation to expand you connectivity now and in the future. Dual-band connectivity for compatibility and performance Delivering 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz concurrent bands at up to 300 Mbps and 433 Mbps, respectively, the RT-AC51U has a total speed of up to 733 Mbps, and maintains complete stability. Perform basic tasks like Web browsing and file downloading on the 2.4 GHz band, while simultaneously allowing multiple devices to stream in Full HD or support online gaming and other bandwidth-demanding applications smoothly on the clearer 5 GHz band.
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