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ARTHUR C : Can I get a 3-Pack version of this mesh kit?
JOHN L : Can I add either a vpn or a dns proxy to the network?JOHN M : ASUS dot com forward slash US/support/FAQ/1044190
Shopper : Do you have to change your existing router to comply?

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Review Summary

2024-07-23T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Mesh Router

I bought a CT9 2-pack to replace an older Orbi mesh router. I really liked the Orbi, but felt they are a bit over-priced, so thought I would give ASUS a try. A breeze to setup. Smaller than I thought, which is good. I also like that it came in black, which blends in a bit better. So far, no problems reaching all parts of my 3 floor house with tons of devices attached. Happy with my decision!

JimSSSSSSS

2024-03-03T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Opened doors for connecting

I bought 2 weeks ago. Have installation in floor could not cover down stairs, needed to replace older system, works great!

Philbert M.

2022-12-22T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Best Mesh

Best Mesh Network I've used or set up. Doesn't eat much food, is very quiet and helps around the house.

Sasquatchbreath

2021-04-21T18:00:16

Rated 5 out of 5

Top Notch

Works great. It gives me full coverage throughout my house and was very easy to set up.

CRAIG L.

2021-03-30T07:16:35

Rated 5 out of 5

A great find

Looks great, works wonderfully and was very easy to initiate

PETER H.

2021-01-23T04:58:12

Rated 5 out of 5

Worth the hype

Strong and reliable wifi for the whole home. May not support the bleeding edge of wifi tech but it's not like I need that anyway

JOHN M.

2021-01-15T07:28:33

Rated 5 out of 5

Asus rocks

Easy setup, excellent performance! Very happy with Asus.

GLENN T.

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ASUS CT8 ZenWi-Fi Specifications

  • Color

    Black

  • Network Standard

    IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, IPv4, IPv6

  • Product Segment

    AC3000 ultimate AC performance: 400+867+1733

  • Coverage

    Very large homes

  • 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
    802.11n 256QAM: up to 400 Mbps
    802.11ac (5GHZ-1):up to 867 Mbps
    802.11ac (5GHZ-2):up to 1733 Mbps

  • Antenna

    Internal antenna x 6

  • Transmit/Receive

    2.4 GHz 2 x 2
    5 GHz-1 2 x 2
    5 GHz-2 4 x 4

  • Memory

    128 MB Flash
    256 MB RAM

  • Operating Frequency

    2.4G Hz, 5 GHz-1, 5 GHz-2

  • Encryption

    WPA2-Personal, WPA-Personal, WPA-Enterprise , WPA2-Enterprise , WPS support

  • Management

    UPnP, IGMP v1/v2/v3, DNS Proxy, DHCP, NTP Client, DDNS, Port Trigger, Port Forwarding, DMZ, System Event Log

  • VPN Support

    IPSec Pass-Through
    PPTP Pass-Through
    L2TP Pass-Through
    PPTP server
    OpenVPN server
    PPTP client
    L2TP client
    OpenVPN client

  • WAN Connection Type

    Internet connection type: Automatic IP, Static IP, PPPoE(MPPE supported), PPTP, L2TP

  • Ports

    RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for WAN x 1, RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for LAN x 3
    USB 3.1 Gen 1 x 1

  • Features

    Router app
    MU-MIMO
    Traffic Analyzer
    Adaptive QoS
    AiProtection Pro
    Parental Control
    Guest Network:
    VPN server:
    IPSec Pass-Through, PPTP Pass-Through, PPTP Server, OpenVPN Server
    VPN client:
    PPTP client, L2TP client, OpenVPN client
    VPN Pass-Though:
    IPSec, PPTP, L2TP
    NAT Pass-Through:
    Enhanced media server (AiPlayer app compatible)

  • Features (Contd.)

    AiCloud personal cloud service
    3G/4G data sharing
    Printer Server:
    Multifunctional printer support (Windows only)
    LPR protocol support
    Download Master:
    Support bt, nzb, http, ed2k
    Support encryption, DHT, PEX and magnet link
    Upload and download bandwidth control
    Download scheduling
    AiDisk file server:
    Samba and FTP server with account management
    IPTV support
    Roaming Assist
    Beamforming

  • Button

    WPS Button, Reset Button, Power Button

  • LED Indicator

    Power x 1

  • Power Supply

    AC Input: 110V-240V(50-60Hz)
    DC Output: 19 V with max. 1.75 A current

  • OS Support

    Windows 10 64-bit
    Windows 8.1
    Windows 8
    Windows 7
    Mac OS
    Linux

  • Router Special Features

    AiCloud, Printer server, Download Master, AiDisK, Multiple SSIDs, Parental Control

  • Operation mode

    Wireless router mode
    Range extender mode
    Access point mode
    Media bridge mode

  • Dimensions

    6.29 x 2.95 x 6.35" (16 x 7.5 x 16.15cm) Each Unit

  • Weight

    25.75 oz (730g) Each Unit

  • UPC Code

    192876438367

About ASUS CT8 ZenWi-Fi

FEATURED REVIEWS

Great Mesh Router

By JimSSSSSSS

I bought a CT9 2-pack to replace an older Orbi mesh router. I really liked the Orbi, but felt they are a bit over-priced, so thought I would give ASUS a try. A breeze to setup. Smaller than I thought, which is good. I also like that it came in black, which blends in a bit better. So far, no problems reaching all parts of my 3 floor house with tons of devices attached. Happy with my decision!

Opened doors for connecting

By Philbert M.

I bought 2 weeks ago. Have installation in floor could not cover down stairs, needed to replace older system, works great!

Whole-home Coverage - High speed tri-band. Stable Wi-Fi.
The ZenWi-Fi AC system consists of a pair of ASUS AC3000 routers, featuring unique technologies that give you superfast, reliable and secure Wi-Fi connections - inside or outside your home!

Flexible Network Naming
Uniquely, ZenWi-Fi AC lets you choose how you name your Wi-Fi networks: a single name for everything, or separate names for each frequency band. The choice is yours!

Easier-than-ever Setup
3-step setup with the ASUS Router app:

• Turn on ZenWi-Fi AC
• Create a Wi-Fi network name and an admin account
• Wait for 3 minutes, and you're done!

What makes ZenWi-Fi AC setup so easy?
• One-time setup, with auto synchronization for all the hubs in each package
• Hassle-free: each unit can work as the main router or an extender node

Make the Internet a Safer Place for Everyone
AiProtection Pro with Advanced Parental Controls is free for life. It gives you total peace of mind, and you can keep an eye on everything that's happening on your network via the mobile app.

Smart Looks for Smart Homes
ZenWi-Fi AC works perfectly with smart-home services - including Alexa skills and IFTTT - and is available in black or white to suit your decor.

AiMesh Technology - Easy setup. Flexible management.
Even non-experts can quickly set up AiMesh technology, while more experienced users will appreciate the comprehensive advanced networking features.

Flexible and Scalable Wireless Networking
If you need more coverage or new functions, you can simply add another compatible router to your AiMesh network at any time!

Performance Through Engineering
ZenWi-Fi AC features a quad-core CPU for ultimate processing power. Its vertical housing holds a specially designed antenna and circuit board that optimizes Wi-Fi signal strength and provides better airflow, improving thermal performance for reliable operation.

ASUS CT8 ZenWi-Fi Features

  • Special designed vents for increased airflow
  • Double heatsink for maximized heat dissipation
  • 45 Degree antennas ensure strong Wi-Fi in multi-story
  • Vertical housing with space between antennas and circuit board for minimal Wi-Fi signal interference
  • Quad-core CPU
  • 4X gigabit LAN ports

Key Features

  • Special designed vents for increased airflow
  • Double heatsink for maximized heat dissipation
  • 45 Degree antennas ensure strong Wi-Fi in multi-story
  • Vertical housing with space between antennas & circuit board for minimal Wi-Fi signal interference
  • Quad-core CPU
  • 4X gigabit LAN ports

What's in the box:

  • 2x CT8 ZenWi-Fi AC AC3000 Tri-Band Mesh Routers
  • RJ45 Ethernet Cable
  • 2x Power Adapter
  • Quick Start Guide
  • ASUS 2 Year Limited Warranty