User's Manual

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.

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.

Wall Power Outlet

RT-AC68U

Modem

LINE LAN RESET PWR

Laptop

Power

WAN

LAN