Asus RT-AC68U – Wireless AC1900 Dual-Band USB3.0 Gigabit Router

The ASUS RT-AC68U Wireless AC1900 Dual-Band Router delivers premium wireless performance combined with ASUS’s industry-leading ASUSWRT firmware, offering an extensive feature set that rivals enterprise routers while remaining accessible for home users and small businesses.

This award-winning router combines powerful hardware, advanced wireless technology, and comprehensive software features to provide exceptional performance, security, and network management capabilities.

Key Features

• AC1900 dual-band Wi-Fi (600 + 1300Mbps)
• 800MHz dual-core processor
• ASUS TurboQAM technology
• AiBeamforming for extended range
• AiProtection security (Trend Micro)
• AiMesh compatible for mesh networking
• 3 detachable high-gain antennas
• Comprehensive ASUSWRT firmware

Wireless Performance

Dual-Band Speeds:

• 2.4GHz band: Up to 600Mbps (with TurboQAM)
• 5GHz band: Up to 1300Mbps
• Combined: Up to 1900Mbps
• 802.11ac Wi-Fi 5 standard
• Backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n

TurboQAM Technology:

• 33% faster 2.4GHz performance
• 256-QAM modulation
• Real-world speed improvement
• Better throughput at range
• Enhanced device performance

AiBeamforming Technology

• Focused signal transmission
• Tracks device location
• Stronger connection quality
• Extended effective range
• Works with all Wi-Fi devices
• IEEE 802.11ac standard

AiMesh Technology

Whole-Home Mesh Network:

• Pair with compatible ASUS routers
• Single unified network
• Seamless roaming
• Self-healing mesh
• Easy expansion
• Centralized management

Benefits:

• Eliminate dead zones
• No separate networks
• Auto device handoff
• Consistent speeds
• Easy app management

Wired Connectivity

Gigabit Ethernet:

• 4 x Gigabit LAN ports (1000Mbps)
• 1 x Gigabit WAN port
• Full-duplex support
• Auto MDI/MDIX
• Link aggregation capable
• Wired devices get full speed

USB Connectivity

Dual USB Ports:

• 1 x USB 3.0 (fast storage)
• 1 x USB 2.0
• Network storage sharing
• Printer sharing
• 3G/4G modem support (failover)
• Media server

AiDisk Features:

• Network-attached storage (NAS)
• Remote file access
• DLNA media streaming
• FTP server
• Samba/CIFS sharing
• Time Machine support (Mac)

AiProtection Security

Powered by Trend Micro:

• Commercial-grade security
• Real-time network monitoring
• Malicious site blocking
• Vulnerability protection
• Infected device detection
• Two-way IPS protection

Protection Features:

• Router security assessment
• Malicious site detection
• Vulnerability protection
• Infected device blocking
• Bi-directional intrusion prevention
• Zero-day vulnerability protection

Parental Controls

AiProtection Parental Controls:

• Website category filtering
• Time scheduling
• Per-device controls
• Inappropriate content blocking
• Pause internet button
• Activity reports

VPN Capabilities

Built-In VPN Server:

• OpenVPN server support
• PPTP VPN server
• L2TP VPN server
• Secure remote access
• Business-grade privacy
• No subscription required

VPN Client:

• OpenVPN client support
• PPTP client
• Connect router to VPN provider
• All devices protected
• Kill switch option

Quality of Service (QoS)

Adaptive QoS:

• Automatic traffic prioritization
• Gaming priority mode
• Media streaming optimization
• Upload and download QoS
• Bandwidth monitoring
• Per-device bandwidth control

Traditional QoS:

• Manual rule configuration
• Priority by MAC address
• Priority by IP address
• Priority by port
• Custom bandwidth allocation

Guest Network

• 3 x 2.4GHz guest networks
• 3 x 5GHz guest networks
• Network isolation
• Time-limited access
• Password-protected
• Bandwidth limiting

ASUSWRT Firmware

Advanced Features:

• Traffic analyzer
• Bandwidth usage history
• Real-time traffic monitoring
• DDNS support
• IPv6 ready
• Custom DNS settings

Wireless Settings:

• TX power control
• Channel width selection
• Band steering
• Smart Connect
• Airtime fairness
• MU-MIMO support

Network Tools:

• Ping, traceroute tools
• Wake-on-LAN
• Port forwarding
• DMZ hosting
• DDNS support
• UPnP configuration

ASUS Router App

• iOS and Android support
• Easy setup wizard
• Network status monitoring
• Device management
• Parental control management
• AiMesh configuration
• QoS management

Ideal Applications

Home Entertainment:

• 4K UHD streaming
• Online gaming
• Smart TV connectivity
• Multiple streaming services
• Gaming consoles

Smart Home:

• IoT device management
• Smart speakers and displays
• Home automation hubs
• Security cameras
• Smart appliances

Home Office:

• Video conferencing
• VPN connectivity
• Secure remote access
• File sharing
• Network printing

Small Business:

• Employee networking
• Guest Wi-Fi
• Basic network security
• VPN access
• Shared storage

Why Choose RT-AC68U

1. TurboQAM for faster 2.4GHz speeds
2. AiProtection free lifetime security
3. AiMesh for easy network expansion
4. Built-in VPN server and client
5. Comprehensive ASUSWRT firmware
6. USB 3.0 for fast storage sharing
7. Detachable high-gain antennas
8. Trusted ASUS reliability

Design & Build

• Distinctive vertical tower design
• Matte black finish
• Dimensions: 145 x 88.5 x 200mm
• 3 detachable external antennas
• LED status indicators
• Wall-mountable
• Compact footprint

LED Indicators

• Power LED
• Internet LED
• 2.4GHz Wi-Fi LED
• 5GHz Wi-Fi LED
• LAN port LEDs
• USB LEDs
• WPS LED

Physical Controls

• Power button
• Wi-Fi on/off button
• WPS button
• USB toggle button
• Reset button
• LED on/off control

Advanced Network Features

IPv6 Support:

• Full IPv6 stack
• Multiple IPv6 connection types
• Future-proof networking
• ISP compatibility

DDNS Support:

• ASUS free DDNS service
• Third-party DDNS providers
• Remote access by hostname
• Server hosting capability

Wake-on-LAN:

• Remote PC wake-up
• Schedule-based wake
• App control
• Network efficiency

Traffic Analyzer

• Real-time bandwidth usage
• Historical data tracking
• Per-device statistics
• Application usage tracking
• Helps identify bandwidth hogs
• Usage-based management

3G/4G Modem Support

• USB 3G/4G modem connection
• Internet failover capability
• Automatic switchover
• Business continuity
• Remote location deployment
• ISP backup connection

Download Master

• BitTorrent client built-in
• Download without PC on
• USB storage required
• Schedule downloads
• Remote management
• Background operation

Internet Connection Types

• Dynamic IP (DHCP)
• Static IP
• PPPoE (ADSL/fiber)
• PPTP
• L2TP
• Dual WAN (with USB modem)
• Compatible with all major ISPs

Performance Benchmarks

Typical Real-World Speeds:

• 5GHz close range: 500-700Mbps
• 5GHz mid range: 250-450Mbps
• 2.4GHz close range: 200-350Mbps
• Wired: Near line-speed Gigabit
• VPN: Up to 40Mbps OpenVPN

ISP Compatibility

• Compatible with all major ISPs
• Cable internet support
• Fiber internet support
• DSL/PPPoE support
• Fixed wireless broadband
• Nigerian ISPs (MTN, Airtel, Glo, 9mobile fiber)

Firmware Updates

• Regular ASUS firmware updates
• Security patches
• Feature additions
• Merlin firmware compatible (third-party)
• Long-term software support
• Active development community

What’s Included

• ASUS RT-AC68U Router
• 3 x detachable antennas
• AC power adapter
• Ethernet cable (RJ-45)
• Quick start guide
• Warranty card

Warranty & Support

• ASUS 3-year limited warranty
• Technical support available
• Online knowledge base
• Community forums
• Driver and firmware updates
• Active user community

Award-winning Wi-Fi performance with enterprise-grade features – the ASUS RT-AC68U delivers AC1900 speeds, TurboQAM technology, AiProtection security, AiMesh compatibility, and comprehensive ASUSWRT management in a reliable package perfect for demanding homes and small businesses!