ASUS Router Login
Access your ASUS router at router.asus.com or 192.168.1.1. Complete login guide for RT-AC68U, RT-AX88U, ROG Rapture with default passwords, ASUSWRT configuration, and AiMesh setup.
What is ASUS Router Login?
The ASUS Router app provides easy mobile access to your router settings. Available for iOS and Android, it offers convenient network management, parental controls, and guest WiFi setup from your smartphone.
App Features
- • Network map visualization
- • Traffic analyzer & monitoring
- • Guest network management
- • AiProtection Pro security
- • Parental controls
- • AiMesh system setup
- • Remote router access
How to Use App
- Download ASUS Router app
- Connect to ASUS WiFi
- Login with admin credentials
- Follow setup wizard
- Enable remote access (optional)
Can't Access ASUS Router? Troubleshooting
router.asus.com Not Working
If router.asus.com doesn't load, try these solutions:
- • Use IP address directly: 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.50.1
- • Ensure you're connected to ASUS router (not other WiFi)
- • Clear browser cache or try incognito mode
- • Disable VPN/proxy if active
- • Try different browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge)
- • Type full URL: http://router.asus.com (not https)
- • Use ASUS Device Discovery utility to find router IP
Find Router IP: Windows - CMD → type ipconfig → look for "Default Gateway". Mac - Network Preferences → Advanced → TCP/IP.
Wrong Password or Forgot Password
Default ASUS login credentials (case-sensitive):
Username: admin (lowercase)
Password: admin (lowercase)
Check router label if these don't work
Password Recovery: ASUS routers don't have built-in password recovery. If you forgot your custom password, you must perform a factory reset to restore default credentials.
Factory Reset ASUS Router
To reset ASUS router to factory defaults:
- Locate the RESET button (recessed hole on back of router)
- While router is powered ON, use paperclip to press and hold RESET button
- Hold for 5-10 seconds until Power LED starts flashing
- Release button and wait for router to reboot (1-2 minutes)
- Power LED should become solid - router is reset
- Login with default credentials: admin/admin
30-30-30 Reset (Hard Reset): For stubborn issues: Press RESET for 30 sec → Keep holding, unplug power for 30 sec → Keep holding, plug back in for 30 sec.
⚠️ Warning: Factory reset erases ALL settings: WiFi name/password, AiMesh configuration, AiProtection, parental controls, QoS, port forwarding, VPN, and firmware updates.
Connection Issues
- • Login timeout: After closing browser, wait 3 minutes before logging in from another device
- • No internet after login: Check WAN cable connection to modem
- • Can't access QIS wizard: Type /QIS_wizard.htm after router address
- • Slow performance: Update firmware, check for interference, optimize channel
- • Power cycle: Unplug router and modem → Wait 30 sec → Plug modem first, then router
Settings You Can Configure
WiFi Settings
- • Change WiFi name (SSID) - 2.4GHz/5GHz
- • Update WiFi password (WPA key)
- • Enable/configure guest networks (3 available)
- • WiFi 6/5 mode selection
- • Smart Connect (band steering)
- • Roaming Assistant settings
Security & Protection
- • Change admin password
- • WPA2/WPA3 encryption
- • AiProtection Pro (Trend Micro)
- • Firewall & DoS protection
- • URL Filter & Keyword blocking
- • Network Services Filter
Gaming & QoS
- • Adaptive QoS (bandwidth priority)
- • Gaming mode & port forwarding
- • wtfast GPN (ROG routers)
- • Game Boost & Gear Accelerator
- • Traffic Analyzer
- • Open NAT for gaming consoles
Advanced Features
- • AiMesh whole-home WiFi system
- • AiCloud personal cloud storage
- • Parental Controls & Time Scheduling
- • VPN Server & VPN Client
- • USB Application (AiDisk, Media Server)
- • Firmware update & Auto-update
ASUS AiMesh - Whole Home WiFi System
AiMesh is ASUS's mesh WiFi technology that lets you create a seamless whole-home network using multiple ASUS routers. Mix and match any compatible ASUS routers to eliminate dead zones.
AiMesh Benefits
- • Single network name (seamless roaming)
- • Use existing ASUS routers
- • Centralized management
- • Flexible backhaul (wired/wireless)
- • Self-healing network
- • Cover up to 5,500+ sq ft
Setup AiMesh
- Update firmware on all routers
- Login to main router
- Go to AiMesh settings
- Click "Search for AiMesh node"
- Add and configure nodes
Compatible Models: Most ASUS routers support AiMesh including RT-AX88U, RT-AX86U, RT-AC68U, RT-AC86U, and ROG Rapture series. Check ASUS website for full compatibility list.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the default password for ASUS router?
The default username is admin and password is admin (both lowercase, case-sensitive). These credentials work for all ASUS routers including RT-AC, RT-AX series, and ROG Rapture gaming routers. Always check the router label if these don't work.
How do I access my ASUS router settings?
Connect to your ASUS network, open a browser, and go to router.asus.com or 192.168.1.1. Enter username admin and password admin. You'll access the ASUSWRT interface. Alternatively, use the ASUS Router mobile app for convenient smartphone access.
Why is router.asus.com not working?
Common reasons: (1) Not connected to ASUS router's network, (2) Browser cache issues - clear cache or use incognito mode, (3) VPN/proxy is active - disable it, (4) Use IP address 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.50.1 instead, (5) Type full URL: http://router.asus.com (not https). Check your Default Gateway in network settings to find correct IP.
What is ASUSWRT and what features does it have?
ASUSWRT is ASUS's custom router firmware featuring AiProtection Pro security (powered by Trend Micro), AiMesh mesh WiFi, Adaptive QoS, AiCloud personal cloud, parental controls, VPN server/client, traffic analyzer, and gaming optimizations. It provides an intuitive interface with powerful advanced features for both home and power users.
How do I reset my ASUS router password?
ASUS routers don't have password recovery. If you forgot your admin password, perform a factory reset: Press and hold the RESET button for 5-10 seconds until Power LED flashes, wait for reboot, then login with default credentials (admin/admin). This erases all settings, so you'll need to reconfigure your router.
What is AiMesh and how do I set it up?
AiMesh is ASUS's mesh WiFi technology that creates a seamless whole-home network using multiple ASUS routers. To set up: Update all routers to latest firmware, login to main router, go to AiMesh settings, click "Search for AiMesh node", and follow the wizard to add nodes. You can mix different ASUS models for flexible coverage.