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2014-04-30T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

good. not sure of the range yet!

recommend the product. instructions to set it up need a lot of help for less "techies". Had to use a computer professional to set it up.

Joseph Y.

2013-04-09T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Fast. Great Range. Excellent Router.

This replaced a D-Link DIR-655. It was easy to set up and replicate the different settings I had for WiFi security and port-forwarding to my home server. On the 2.4 GHz band we're getting stronger connections and better overall range. We have just a couple of pieces of equipment that use the 5 GHz band and these can connect to the main router where previously they needed to change to a second 2.4 GHz AP on the 2nd floor, which is slower overall because it connected to the main router via Powerline Internet adapters.

ANDREW C.

2013-03-18T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Simple set-up, fast wi-FI, good coverage

Bought this based on many favorable reviews. Current 7 year old router had poor coverage, and slow wi-FI speeds, even when in the same room. Installation was simple and straightforward. Have no use for many of the advanced features, but wi-FI connection speed is now as good (20mbps) as my hardwired desktop computer. Have a fairly large one-story house, on a normal residential size lot. My iPad connects well throughout the house, and everywhere on the property. Download speed does fall off slightly in some outer areas. No problem with dropped connections. The mounting configuration using the included stand, with the cables coming out of the top is a little cumbersome. All-in-all I am pleased.

EDWARD E.

About ASUS RT-AC66U

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Fast. Great Range. Excellent Router.

By ANDREW C.

This replaced a D-Link DIR-655. It was easy to set up and replicate the different settings I had for WiFi security and port-forwarding to my home server. On the 2.4 GHz band we're getting stronger connections and better overall range. We have just a couple of pieces of equipment that use the 5 GHz band and these can connect to the main router where previously they needed to change to a second 2.4 GHz AP on the 2nd floor, which is slower overall because it connected to the main router via Po...

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Simple set-up, fast wi-FI, good coverage

By EDWARD E.

Bought this based on many favorable reviews. Current 7 year old router had poor coverage, and slow wi-FI speeds, even when in the same room. Installation was simple and straightforward. Have no use for many of the advanced features, but wi-FI connection speed is now as good (20mbps) as my hardwired desktop computer. Have a fairly large one-story house, on a normal residential size lot. My iPad connects well throughout the house, and everywhere on the property. Download speed does fall o...

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The ASUS RT-AC66U is a 5th generation dual-band Wi-Fi router with a total speed of up to 1.75 Gbps, currently the fastest available. It utilizes the Broadcom 802.11ac Wi-Fi controller, working in both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz. The 5 GHz band works at up to 1.3 Gbps, which exceeds current Gigabit wired transmission and is 3x faster than 802.11ac. The RT-AC66U offers smooth lag-resistant multitasking and super-fast streaming, while ASUS AiRadar intelligently strengthens wireless device connections via powerful amplification, offering future-proof optimized performance.

With the latest in networking technology, the RT-AC66U delivers exceptionally fast wired and wireless connectivity. ASUS builds this flagship router with the highest-grade components, offering you the best quality to enable stable connectivity and convenient expandability. The router uses powerful detachable Wi-Fi antennas to further extend wireless range.

Powered by 5th generation Wi-Fi (5G Wi-Fi), the new 802.11ac Broadcom chipset gives the RT-AC66U superfast Gigabit wireless speeds. Compared with current 802.11n, the RT-AC66U delivers up to 1.3 Gbps at 5 GHz, which is 3x faster than 802.11n. The upgraded bandwidth has the higher capacity you need to increase Wi-Fi enjoyment at home. With notebooks, desktops, pads and smartphones now all Wi-Fi-reliant, it's time to upgrade to the next generation, so you can expand your connectivity now and in future.

Featuring connectivity to FTPs, SAMBA, UPnP AV servers and DLNA devices, the RT-AC66U makes sharing and networking easier with two built-in USB ports. Download HTTP, FTP and P2P files to a router-connected USB storage device all day even without a PC. Additionally, the twin USB ports allow for networked printer and file server connections, so you can perform.

The RT-AC66U supports up to three wireless networks over the 2.4 GHz band and three over the 5 GHz band, so you can set up usage times and limit access with advanced controls, including parental settings.

Key Features

  • Enjoy the ASUSWRT dashboard UI for 3 steps easy setup
  • 5th generation 802

What's in the box:

  • ASUS RT-AC66U 802.11ac Dual-Band Wireless-AC1750 Gigabit Router
  • Router Stand
  • RJ-45 Cable
  • Power Adapter
  • ASUS 2 Year Warranty