Asus CD6 User guide

User Guide

ASUS ZenWiFi AC Mini

Wireless AC1500 Dual Tri band Gigabit

Router

Model: CD6

E17529

First Edition

November 2020

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Table of contents

1	Getting to know your wireless router
1.1	Welcome!...........................................................................................		6
1.2	Package contents............................................................................		6
1.3	Your wireless router........................................................................		7
1.4	Positioning your router.................................................................		8
1.5	Setup Requirements......................................................................		9
1.6	Router Setup..................................................................................		10
	1.6.1	Wired connection..................................................................	10
	1.6.2	Wireless connection..............................................................	11

2	Getting started
2.1	Logging into the Web GUI........................................................	13
2.2	Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Auto-detection..............	14
2.3	Connecting to your wireless network..................................	18

3	Configuring the General settings
3.1	Using the Network Map ............................................................	19
	3.1.1 Setting up the wireless security settings......................	20
	3.1.2 Managing your network clients.......................................	21
3.2	Creating a Guest Network.........................................................	22
3.3	AiProtection...................................................................................	24
	3.3.1 Network Protection...............................................................	25
	3.3.2 Setting up Parental Controls..............................................	29
3.4	Using the Traffic Manager.........................................................	31
	3.4.1 Managing QoS (Quality of Service) Bandwidth..........	31

4	Configuring the Advanced Settings
4.1	Wireless............................................................................................		34
	4.1.1	General......................................................................................	34
	4.1.2	WPS.............................................................................................	37
	4.1.3	Bridge.........................................................................................	39
	4.1.4	Wireless MAC Filter................................................................	41

Table of contents

	4.1.5	RADIUS Setting.......................................................................	42
	4.1.6	Professional..............................................................................	43
4.2	LAN....................................................................................................		46
	4.2.1	LAN IP.........................................................................................	46
	4.2.2	DHCP Server............................................................................	47
	4.2.3	Route..........................................................................................	49
	4.2.4	IPTV.............................................................................................	50
4.3	WAN..................................................................................................		51
	4.3.1	Internet Connection.............................................................	51
	4.3.2	Port Trigger..............................................................................	54
	4.3.3	Virtual Server/Port Forwarding.........................................	56
	4.3.4	DMZ............................................................................................	59
	4.3.5	DDNS..........................................................................................	60
	4.3.6	NAT Passthrough....................................................................	61
4.4	IPv6....................................................................................................		62
4.5	Firewall.............................................................................................		63
	4.5.1	General......................................................................................	63
	4.5.2	URL Filter...................................................................................	63
	4.5.3	Keyword filter..........................................................................	64
	4.5.4	Network Services Filter........................................................	65
4.6	Administration..............................................................................		67
	4.6.1	Operation Mode.....................................................................	67
	4.6.2	System.......................................................................................	68
	4.6.3	Firmware Upgrade.................................................................	70
	4.6.4	Restore/Save/Upload Setting............................................	70
4.7	System Log.....................................................................................		71

5	Utilities
5.1	Device Discovery..........................................................................	72
6	Troubleshooting

Table of contents
6.1	Basic Troubleshooting................................................................	73
6.2	Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) .....................................	76
Appendices
Notices..........................................................................................................		85
ASUS Contact information...................................................................		122

1Getting to know your wireless router

1.1 Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing an ASUS ZenWiFi AC Mini Wireless Router!

The ultra-thin and stylish ZenWiFi AC Mini features a 2.4GHz, 5GHz-1, and 5GHz-2 triple bands for an unmatched concurrent wireless HD streaming; SMB server, UPnP AV server, and FTP server for 24/7 file sharing; a capability to handle 300,000 sessions; and the ASUS Green Network Technology, which provides up to 70% power-saving solution.

1.2 Package contents

ZenWiFi AC Mini Wireless Router	Network cable (RJ-45)
Power adapter	Quick Start Guide

NOTES:

•If any of the items are damaged or missing, contact ASUS for technical inquiries and support. Refer to the ASUS Support Hotline list at the back of this user manual.

•Keep the original packaging material in case you would need future warranty services such as repair or replacement.

1.3 Your wireless router

WAN LAN1

LAN2 LAN3

WPS	DCIN	RESET
AiMesh Router

Router

LAN1 LAN2

WPS	DCIN	RESET
	AiMesh Node

Node

WAN (Internet) port

Connect a network cable into this port to establish WAN connection.

WPS button

This button launches the WPS Wizard.

Power (DCIN) port

Insert the bundled AC adapter into this port and connect your router to a power source.

Reset button

This button resets or restores the system to its factory default settings.

LAN 1 ~ 3 ports

Connect network cables into these ports to establish LAN connection.

NOTES:

•Use only the adapter that came with your package. Using other adapters may damage the device.

•Specifications:

DC Power adapter	DC Output: +19V with max 1.75A current;

Operating Temperature	0~40oC	Storage	0~70oC
Operating Humidity	50~90%	Storage	20~90%

1.4 Positioning your router

For the best wireless signal transmission between the wireless router and the network devices connected to it, ensure that you:

•Place the wireless router in a centralized area for a maximum wireless coverage for the network devices.

•Keep the device away from metal obstructions and away from direct sunlight.

•Keep the device away from 802.11g or 20MHz only 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.

1.5 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 wireless capability

•An installed TCP/IP service

•Web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, or Google Chrome

NOTES:

•If your computer does not have built-in wireless capabilities, you may install an IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac WLAN adapter to your computer to connect to the network.

•With its triple band technology, your wireless router supports 2.4GHz, 5GHz-1, and 5GHz-2 wireless signals simultaneously. This allows you to do Internet-related activities such as Internet surfing or reading/writing e-mail messages using the 2.4GHz band while simultaneously streaming high-definition audio/video files such as movies or music using the 5GHz band.

•Some IEEE 802.11n devices that you want to connect to your network may or may not support 5GHz band. Refer to the device's manual for specifications.

•The Ethernet RJ-45 cables that will be used to connect the network devices should not exceed 100 meters.

1.6 Router Setup

IMPORTANT!

•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.

•Disconnect the cables/wires from your existing modem setup. If your modem has a backup battery, remove it as well.

•Reboot your cable modem and computer (recommended).

1.6.1 Wired connection

NOTE: You can use either a straight-through cable or a crossover cable for wired connection.

ASUS ZenWiFi AC Mini

	WAN	LAN1
	LAN2	LAN3
	WPS	DCIN RESET
	AiMesh Router
c	WAN	b	LAN

Laptop

Wall Power Outlet	a
Power

Modem

To set up your wireless router via wired connection:

1.Insert your wireless router’s AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet.

2.Using the bundled network cable, connect your computer to your wireless router’s LAN port.

IMPORTANT! Ensure that the LAN LED is blinking.

3Using another network cable, connect your modem to your wireless router’s WAN port.

4.Insert your modem’s AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet.

1.6.2 Wireless connection

ASUS ZenWiFi AC Mini

WAN LAN1

Smart phone

LAN2 LAN3

WPS DCIN RESET

AiMesh Router

b	WAN

Wall Power Outlet	a	Tablet
Power

Modem

Laptop

To set up your wireless router via wireless connection:

1.Insert your wireless router’s AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet.

2Using the bundled network cable, connect your modem to your wireless router’s WAN port.

3.Insert your modem’s AC adapter to the DC-IN port and plug it to a power outlet.

4.Install an IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac WLAN adapter on your computer.

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 the section

Setting up the wireless security settings in Chapter 3 of this user manual.

2 Getting started

2.1 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.

NOTE: The features may vary with different firmware versions.

To log into the web GUI:

1.On your web browser, enter http://router.asus.com.

2.On the login page, key in the default user name (admin) and password (admin).

3.You can now use the Web GUI to configure various settings of your ASUS Wireless Router.

Top command buttons

QIS

Information

Navigation

banner

panel

right column

middle column

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.

2.2Quick Internet Setup (QIS) with Autodetection

The Quick Internet Setup (QIS) function guides you in quickly setting up your Internet connection.

NOTE: When setting the Internet connection for the first time, press the Reset button on your wireless router to reset it to its factory default settings.

To use QIS with auto-detection:

1. Log into the Web GUI. The QIS page launches automatically.

NOTES:

•For details on changing your wireless router's login username and password, refer to section 4.6.2 System.

•The wireless router's login username and password is different from the 2.4GHz/5GHz network name (SSID) and security key. The wireless router's login username and password allows you to log into your wireless router's Web GUI to configure your wireless router's settings. The 2.4GHz/5GHz network name (SSID) and security key allows Wi-Fi devices to log in and connect to your 2.4GHz/5GHz network.

2.The wireless router automatically detects if your ISP connection type is Dynamic IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, and Static IP. Key in the necessary information for your ISP connection type.

IMPORTANT! Obtain the necessary information from your ISP about the Internet connection type.

for Automatic IP (DHCP)

for PPPoE, PPTP, and L2TP

for Static IP

NOTES:

•The auto-detection of your ISP connection type takes place when you configure the wireless router for the first time or when your wireless router is reset to its default settings.

•If QIS failed to detect your Internet connection type, click Skip to manual setting and manually configure your connection settings.

3.Assign the wireless network name (SSID) and security key for your 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless connection. Click Apply when done.

NOTE: If you want to assign different SSIDs for your 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless connection, tick Separate 2.4GHz and 5 GHz.

2.3 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.

2.Select the wireless network that you want to connect to, then click Connect.

3.You may need to key in the network security key for a secured wireless network, then click OK.

4.Wait while your computer establishes connection to the wireless network successfully. The connection status is displayed and the network icon displays the connected status.

NOTES:

•Refer to the next chapters for more details on configuring your wireless network's settings.

•Refer to your device's user manual for more details on connecting it to your wireless network.

3Configuring the General settings

3.1 Using the Network Map

Network Map allows you to configure your network’s security settings, manage your network clients.

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 Map.

2.On the Network Map screen and under System status, you can configure the wireless security settings such as SSID, security level, and encryption settings.

NOTE: You can set up different wireless security settings for 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands.

2.4GHz security settings		5GHz security settings

3. On the Wireless name (SSID) field, key in a unique name for your wireless network.

4.From the WEP Encryption dropdown list, select the encryption method for your wireless network.

IMPORTANT! The IEEE 802.11n/ac 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.

5. Key in your security passkey.

6. Click Apply when done.

3.1.2 Managing your network clients

To manage your network clients:

1. From the navigation panel, go to General > Network Map tab.

2. On the Network Map screen, select the Client Status icon to display your network client’s information.

3.To block a client’s access to your network, select the client and click block.

3.2 Creating a 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.

NOTE: ZenWiFi AC Mini supports up to nine SSIDs (three 2.4GHz, three 5GHz-1, and three 5GHz-2 SSIDs).

To create a guest network:

1.From the navigation panel, go to General > Guest Network.

2.On the Guest Network screen, select 2.4GHz or 5GHz frequency band for the guest network that you want to create.

3.Click Enable.

4.To change a guest’s settings, click the guest settings you want to modify. Click Remove to delete the guest’s settings.

5.Assign a wireless name for your temporary network on the Network Name (SSID) field.

6.Select an Authentication Method.

7.If you select a WPA authentication method, select a WPA Encryption.

8.Specify the Access time or choose Limitless.

9.Select Disable or Enable on the Access Intranet item.

10.When done, click Apply.

3.3 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.

3.3.1 Network Protection

Network Protection prevents network exploits and secures your network from unwanted access.

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.

IMPORTANT! Items marked as Yes on the Router Security Assessment page is considered to be at a safe status. Items marked as No, Weak, or Very Weak is highly recommended to be configured accordingly.

4.(Optional) From the Router Security Assessment page, manually configure the items marked as No, Weak, or Very Weak. To do this:

a. Click an item.

NOTE: When you click an item, the utility forwards you to the item’s setting page.

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.

6.When a message prompt appears, click OK.

Malicious Sites Blocking

This feature restricts access to known malicious websites in the cloud database for an always-up-to-date protection.

NOTE: This function is automatically enabled if you run the Router Weakness Scan.

To enable Malicious Sites Blocking:

1.From the navigation panel, go to General > AiProtection.

2.From the AiProtection main page, click on Network Protection.

3.From the Malicious Sites Blocking pane, click ON.

Two-Way IPS

Two-Way IPS (Intrusion Prevention System) protects your router from network attacks by both blocking malicious incoming packets and detecting suspicious outgoing packets.

NOTE: This function is automatically enabled if you run the Router Weakness Scan.

To enable Two-Way IPS:

1.From the navigation panel, go to General > AiProtection.

2.From the AiProtection main page, click on Network Protection.

3.From the Two-Way IPS pane, click ON.

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.From the navigation panel, go to General > AiProtection.

2.From the AiProtection main page, click on Network Protection.

3.From the Infected Device Prevention and Blocking pane, click ON.

To configure Alert Preference:

1.From the Infected Device Prevention and Blocking pane, click Alert Preference.

2.Select or key in the e-mail provider, e-mail account, and password then click Apply.

3.3.2 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:

1.From the navigation panel, go to General > AiProtection.

2.From the AiProtection main page, click on the Parental Controls tab.

Web & Apps Filters

Web & Apps Filters is a feature of Parental Controls that allows you to block access to unwanted web sites or applications.

To configure Web & Apps Filters:

1.From the navigation panel, go to General > AiProtection.

2.From the AiProtection main page, click on the Parental Controls icon to go to the Parental Controls tab.

3.From the Enable Web & Apps Filters pane, click ON.

4.When the End Users License Agreement (EULA) message prompt appears, click I agree to continue.

5.From the Client List column, select or key in the client’s name from the drop down list box.

6.From the Content Category column, select the filters from the four main categories: Adult, Instant Message and Communication, P2P and File Transfer, and Streaming and Entertainment.

7.Click to add the client’s profile.

8.Click Apply to save the settings.

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