ASUS DSL-AC56U AC1200 802.11ac Dual-Band VDSL/ADSL Modem Router

Future-proofed versatility with 802.11ac wireless speeds

The ASUS DSL-AC56U is a ADSL/VDSL 802.11ac 2x2 Wi-Fi modem router, with combined dual-band data rates of up to 1167Mbps. On the 5GHz band, 802.11ac gives 867Mbps wireless data rates, while 2.4 GHz 802.11n performance supports 300Mbps. Compatible with ADSL2/2+, ADSL, VDSL2, fiber and cable services, the top specification completes future-proofing.ASUS AiRadar enhances the Wi-Fi stability and improves coverage up to 150%*. Most importantly, the universal beamforming not only works on 802.11ac clients, but also 802.11a/b/g/n clients. Equipped with powerful hardware NAT acceleration and built-in Gigabit Ethernet, the DSL-AC56U gives you full Gigabit internet performance, with a WAN-to-LAN throughput performance of over 900 Mbps.Two USB 2.0 ports allow the DSL-AC56U to share printers and scanners over a network, and it can also operate as high-speed NAS (Network Attached Storage) device when external storage is connected.The easy-to-use ASUSWRT graphical user interface unlocks the power of the DSL-AC56U giving robust control to optimize your network for you. 30-second set-up and easy traffic management means even network newbies can enjoy its sophisticated features, while power users will love its Download Master, IPv6 support, multiple wireless SSIDs and secure VPN access.

Enhanced signal range and stability

ASUS AiRadar intelligently improves wireless connections by using exclusive ASUS RF fine-tuning. This ensures extended coverage, dynamic data speed increases, and enhanced stability.

Total flexibility with DSL, Ethernet or 3G/4G LTE Internet connections

DSL-AC56U has multiple ways to connect to the Internet, with a choice of DSL, Ethernet or 3G/4G LTE*. You can use DSL-AC56U as a DSL modem Wi-Fi router or a standalone Wi-Fi router according to your needs. And with the ability to switch instantly between connections if one fails (and switch back again when it’s fixed) or combine multiple connections for more bandwidth, it’s perfect for reliable, always-on internet connectivity. *Requires compatible USB dongle

Gigabit Internet browsing with hardware NAT

Equipped with a powerful hardware NAT acceleration engine and built-in Gigabit Ethernet, the DSL-AC56U gives you full Gigabit performance. Its WAN-to-LAN throughput performance is over 900 Mbps, which is more than 4.5 times that of traditional software-based NAT Gigabit routers. This reduces the possibility of bottlenecks on fast internet connections.

Add external storage, printers, and other devices to your network

Make DSL-AC56U your media and device center. With built-in two USB ports, connect external storage drives, printers, scanners and many other USB-enabled devices to share with your networked PCs. Having your devices networked, lets you access them easier than ever before.

Robust control and optimization with DSL ASUSWRT

With the DSL-ASUSWRT dashboard UI, setup, monitor, and control network applications all in one intuitive area. The whole-new dashboard interface lets you manage all clients and settings via a single graphical interface, and provides 1-click updates.

ASUS AiCloud – Your world on demand

ASUS AiCloud keeps you connected to your data wherever and whenever you have an internet connection. It links your home network and online web storage service and lets you access it through the AiCloud mobile app on your iOS or Android smartphone or through a personalized URL in a web browser.

Download and stream anywhere

Download Master and enhanced media server let you download and play multimedia files stored on router-attached USB storage on a wide range of compatible devices such as PC, pad, PS4, Xbox, and smart TV. Download Master can also download files while your PC is turned off, and allows you to manage and monitor download status remotely.

Better online multitasking at up to 300,000 sessions

Massive online multitasking at up 300,000 concurrent data sessions gives you 20 times the capacity of mainstream routers, allowing for great performance with no slowdown even during heavy traffic sessions. Multiple downloads occur at the same time to create a smoother user experience. More data sessions translate into quicker and buffer-less HD streaming plus lag-free online gaming even while you download content, so you can do more without compromising your online lifestyle.

VPN server and VPN client support

DSL-AC56U offers a simple VPN server and VPN client setup to access a home network or the internet privately and securely. Easily set up a VPN server with PPTP protocol support with no need for paid VPN services or a dedicated VPN server. DSL-AC56U also turns your network-connected devices into VPN-enabled clients via PPTP and L2TP protocols without additional VPN software required.

Enhanced signal range and stabilityASUS AiRadar intelligently improves wireless connections by using exclusive ASUS RF fine-tuning. This ensures extended coverage, dynamic data speed increases, and enhanced stability.

Total flexibility with DSL, Ethernet or 3G/4G LTE Internet connectionsDSL-AC56U has multiple ways to connect to the Internet, with a choice of DSL, Ethernet or 3G/4G LTE*. You can use DSL-AC56U as a DSL modem Wi-Fi router or a standalone Wi-Fi router according to your needs. And with the ability to switch instantly between connections if one fails (and switch back again when it's fixed) or combine multiple connections for more bandwidth, it's perfect for reliable, always-on internet connectivity. *Requires compatible USB dongle

Gigabit Internet browsing with hardware NATEquipped with a powerful hardware NAT acceleration engine and built-in Gigabit Ethernet, the DSL-AC56U gives you full Gigabit performance. Its WAN-to-LAN throughput performance is over 900 Mbps, which is more than 4.5 times that of traditional software-based NAT Gigabit routers. This reduces the possibility of bottlenecks on fast internet connections.

Add external storage, printers, and other devices to your networkMake DSL-AC56U your media and device center. With built-in two USB ports, connect external storage drives, printers, scanners and many other USB-enabled devices to share with your networked PCs. Having your devices networked, lets you access them easier than ever before.

Robust control and optimization with DSL ASUSWRTWith the DSL-ASUSWRT dashboard UI, setup, monitor, and control network applications all in one intuitive area. The whole-new dashboard interface lets you manage all clients and settings via a single graphical interface, and provides 1-click updates.

ASUS AiCloud – Your world on demandASUS AiCloud keeps you connected to your data wherever and whenever you have an internet connection. It links your home network and online web storage service and lets you access it through the AiCloud mobile app on your iOS or Android smartphone or through a personalized URL in a web browser.

Download and stream anywhereDownload Master and enhanced media server let you download and play multimedia files stored on router-attached USB storage on a wide range of compatible devices such as PC, pad, PS4, Xbox, and smart TV. Download Master can also download files while your PC is turned off, and allows you to manage and monitor download status remotely.

Better online multitasking at up to 300,000 sessionsMassive online multitasking at up 300,000 concurrent data sessions gives you 20 times the capacity of mainstream routers, allowing for great performance with no slowdown even during heavy traffic sessions. Multiple downloads occur at the same time to create a smoother user experience. More data sessions translate into quicker and buffer-less HD streaming plus lag-free online gaming even while you download content, so you can do more without compromising your online lifestyle.

VPN server and VPN client supportDSL-AC56U offers a simple VPN server and VPN client setup to access a home network or the internet privately and securely. Easily set up a VPN server with PPTP protocol support with no need for paid VPN services or a dedicated VPN server. DSL-AC56U also turns your network-connected devices into VPN-enabled clients via PPTP and L2TP protocols without additional VPN software required.

Network Standard: IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11e, IPv4, IPv6

Product Segment: AC750 complete AC performance: 300+867 Mbps

Wi-Fi Data Rate:

802.11a: 6,9,12,18,24,36,48,54 Mbps

802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps

802.11g: 6,9,12,18,24,36,48,54 Mbps

802.11n: up to 300 Mbps

802.11ac: up to 867Mbps

xDSL Data Rate:

VDSL2/ADSL2+/ADSL2/ADSL multimode

Support Annex A/B/I/J/L/M

Support all VDSL2 profiles -8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 12a, 12b, 17a and 30a

VDSL2 interface compliance with ITU-T G.993.2

ITU-T G.992.1 (G.dmt), Annex A, and B Compliant

ITU-T G.992.2 (G.lite), Annex A, and B Compliant

ANSI T1.413 Compliant

ITU-T G.992.3 (ADSL2) Compliant, Annex A, B, L, and M

ITU-T G.992.5 (ADSL2+) Compliant, Supporting Annex A, B, and M

ITU-T G.993.2 Compliant, Annex A, B

ITU-T G.993.5 (Vectoring)

ITU-T G.998.4 (G.inp) Improved impulse noise protection

ATM and PTM (dual-priority)

VDSL2 Upstream: 150Mbps, Downstream: 200Mbps

ADSL2+ Upstream: 3.3Mbps, Downstream: 24Mbps

ADSL2 Upstream: 3.5Mbps, Downstream: 12Mbps

Features:

DHCP server, firewall/NAT, DynDNS

VPN server(PPTP/OpenVPN)

VPN client(PPTP/L2TP/OpenVPN)

Dual WAN Fail over/Fail back/Load balance

Traffic monitor/Quality of Service (QoS)

DSL spectrum

IPTV(VDSL/ADSL WAN)

DSL feedback mechanism

Save/Resotre configuration file

WiFi Bandwidth Limiter

Antenna: External dBi antenna x 4

LED Indicator: Power, Internet, LAN x 1, xDSL, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, 5 GHz Wi-Fi, USB x 1

Button: WPS Button, Reset Button, Power Button, Wireless on/off Button

Ports:

4 x RJ45 10/100/1000 BaseT for LAN

1 x RJ45 10/100/1000 BaseT for WAN

1 x RJ11 for xDSL

USB Ports: USB 2.0 x 2

USB Applications:

Printer Server

FTP Server

Download Master

3G/4G sharing

Operating Frequency:

2.4GHz

5GHz

Router Special Features: 3G/4G data sharing, AiCloud, Printer server, Download Master, AiDisK, Multiple SSIDs, Parental Control

Operation Channel: 13 Europe (ETSI)

Memory: 128MB NAND flash/128MB DDR3

Output Power:

ac mode: 18 dBm

b mode: 20.5 dBm

g mode: 18.5 dBm

n mode: 17.5 dBm

a/n mode: 20 dBm

Security: 64-bit WEP, 128-bit WEP, WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK

Management:

Webbased GUI configuration

Firmware upgraded, configuration data uploaded and downloaded via Web-based GUI

UPnP IGD 1.0

Auto VPI/VCI detection

Configuration backup and restore

Diagnostics

Log & Trace function

Utilities:

Download master:

Support BT, NZB, HTTP, ED2K

Support encryption, DHT, PEX and magnet link

Upload and download bandwidth control

Download scheduling

Media server:

Image: JPEG

Audio: mp3, wma, wav, pcm, mp4, lpcm, ogg

Video: asf, avi, divx, mpeg, mpg, ts, vob, wmv, mkv, mov

Printer Server:

Multifunctional printer support(Windows only)

LPR protocol support

VPN Support:

PSec Pass-Through

PPTP Pass-Through

L2TP Pass-Through

PPTP server:

OpenVPN server

PPTP client

L2TP client

Power Adapter:

AC Input: 110 ~240 V(50~60HZ)

DC Output: 12 V/2 A

Power Consumption: 24 W Max.

Certificates: CE, C-Tick, Telepermit

Dimensions: 14.7 x 20.5 x 6.6 ~ cm (WxDxH)

Weight: 400 g (Device Only)

OS Support:

Windows® 10

Windows® 8.1

Windows® 8

Windows® 7

Windows® Vista

Windows® 2000

Windows® XP

Mac OS X 10.1

Mac OS X 10.4

Mac OS X 10.5

Mac OS X 10.6

Mac OS X 10.7

Mac OS X 10.8

Package Content:

DSL-AC52U Dual-band 802.11ac VDSL/ADSL Modem Router

RJ-45 cable

RJ-11 cable

Support CD(User manual and utility)

Power adapter

Warranty card

Quick start guide

Splitter (varies with regions)