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2024-08-28T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

One Major Upgrade to my whole home WIFI

I setup my home to be as automated as possible with WIFI Switches, Outlets, Lights, Home security with Windows/Doors/Motion Sensors and 8 external and 3 internal cameras, Sprinkler system, water heater and a number of extra devices. In total I have over 120 + WIFI devices and needed a system that can support them all. I have used ASUS routers for many years and have been happy with their performances. I have an older ASUS GT-AX11000 Raptor as my main router feeding 5 older ASUS routers and configured in an AIMESH network. This worked great, however as my WIFI devices started to grow, my system was slowing down. I then decided to upgrade my main router with an RT-AXE7800 Tri Band Router, and I had a major increase in speed and it too accepted my OLDER routers into an AIMESH. This was short lived since I had FIRMWARE update which somehow impacted my new router in the fact that is would loose internet connectivity and periodically drop the other routers off the AIMESH. I reverted back to my older configuration until I was able to get this resolved. Just incase I started to review other alternatives and found the ASUS ZenWIFI Pro ET12 which came in a 2 pack. It had very similar features as the RT-AXE7800, however its processors where more up to date and and its cover was much larger. So I decided to get it and I was amazed how quickly I was able to set it up. Granted at first when trying to get the second unit connected, it would not find it, to place it into the AIMESH. I stopped what I was doing and looked to see if it may require a FIRMWARE update, sure enough it did and the second unit that came with it was automatically added into the AIMESH. I also was able to add my older RAPTOR routers (GT-AX11000 and GT-AC5300) and the RT-AX88U into the AIMESH and have them placed in different locations around my home with great signal strength. What amazed me was that I have two older RT-AC88U routers and tried to add those into the AIMESH. However, they could not be added into the AIMESH (I am assuming its due to their dual band 2.4 limitations) but I was able to add them as repeaters which now I placed 1 in my garage and the other in the back yard for further coverage. I have this system now running for over two weeks and I have had ZERO issues and the performance while streaming shows and gaming had major performance increases. Even with 120+ device, this new system has handled them like a champ.

Dave F.

2024-04-25T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Ease to setup, great app & awesome features

I bought this a month ago. it was very simple to set up (very straightforward process in a few minutes up an running. Love the app it's very simple to understand and applied the desired setting and security options. Also the parental controls are great. And Awesome rage,no more dead spots. Definitely worth it!

Jonathan M.

2024-03-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great performance and solid management software

I purchased the ET12 2-pk a couple of months ago and installed it in my two story home using wired backhaul. Performance has been outstanding to date with no outages or issues noted. The ET12 units are a little on the large side, but otherwise look very sleek and modern. One of the primary reasons I chose this unit over others was the 2.5 G WAN and LAN ports, which optimizes simultaneous performance to multiple high bandwidth devices.

WJD9999888

2024-01-03T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great so far .

So far so good. Easy setup, covers most of the house, however I'll probably get one more to cover a dead spot.

SFESPE1061

2023-10-23T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Coverage and security

I bought this router because of the free Trendmicro security and I'm not disappointed with it. The wireless coverage is exactly what I needed. So far is a pretty good router.

Joe's n.

2023-09-10T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Strong, powerful wifi

A lot of choices these days in wifi routers. After review, we chose the zen 12 2-pack. We replaced a tp-link deco 4 unit mesh system that after only 2 years?so a 2 unit was a risk in a large sprawling 2-story house. But..so far it is carrying the load?.plenty of power, plenty of coverage. Those are the 'pro's' I care about. The 'con's' are there are just too many options to select from as you go through screens, many I have no idea what they are. It would be nice if this was fumed down a little. The guest network setup is nothing like we had before and is just too complicated. You set it up by choosing one of three bands, set time limits?. and so on. We used to just hit an on/off switch after setting up a name and password. This really needs to be redone.

Efr19601960

2023-09-10T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Routers

I bought a set from Bestbuy and so far so good! They were pretty easy to setup and the app is pretty straight forward. I am looking to buy another set, but Bestbuy is sold out and I am waiting for them to come back in.

Bentleygt1

2023-01-15T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

ASUS ZenWiFi Pro ET12

So far so good. The interface is great and it gives you alot of options to setup the routers. It's not as proprietary as the ORBI Mesh Routers. My wireless cameras are connected to the routers but my controller for the cameras can't seem to find the ASUS Routers whereas the controller did find my ORBI Mesh Routers. I don't know why this is the case..

The M.

2023-01-15T19:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Coverage - Bandwith Use - Interface

As a previous network engineer, my perspective has always been more corporate which means my home network is secured and I prefer a good mesh with features and interface that provide the ability to control everything from the firewall to DHCP and QoS. While the interface is pretty good, every time I made a change to do something like add a static IP or add one of the mesh, the primary router locked up. Yesterday, my ISP connection seemed up however, I was unable to access the interface and had to reboot it, again. While it's still early, the lock-up on the interface is just not reliable for my use. Coverage is decent (I have three) and a 2100 sq ft house. I work all over my house which is why I need the coverage. Setting up the firewall is easy with options that allow you to use keywords or URLs which is pretty convenient. The VPN options are nice as well. However, if I want to add or change DHCP, including the range or add a static address, the primary should not lock up and adding a mesh client should not cause it to lock up. One of the mesh was also locked up and had to be rebooted. I'll be looking through the forums and ASUS for any similar issues and possibly firmware updates. If there are no firmware updates or similar issues, I can only assume my units have some issue which will lead me to go back to a more corporate use such as Ubiquity (which I had previously and worked great but the interface was lacking). Going to give it a few more weeks, possibly a month.

Piscesyin1

2022-12-25T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Very fast

I've had this for over a month. Wireless speeds are excellent. The only issue I've had is trying to update the DNS servers. When updating DNS on the admin site, it loses the wireless connection and I'm also no longer able to update my phone's wifi DNS info like I could with all of my previous routers. It's not a deal breaker but it is why I lowered the rating to a 4.

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ASUS ZenWiFi Pro ET12 Specifications

  • Network Standard

    IEEE 802.11a
    IEEE 802.11b
    IEEE 802.11g
    WiFi 4 (802.11n)
    WiFi 5 (802.11ac)
    WiFi 6 (802.11ax)
    WiFi 6E (802.11ax)
    IPv4
    IPv6

  • Product Segment

    AXE11000 ultimate AXE performance: 1148+4804+4804Mbps

  • AX Technology

    Yes

  • Data Rate

    802.11a: up to 54 Mbps
    802.11b: up to 11 Mbps
    802.11g: up to 54 Mbps
    WiFi 4 (802.11n): up to 600 Mbps
    WiFi 5 (802.11ac): up to 1000 Mbps
    WiFi 5 (802.11ac): up to 4333 Mbps
    WiFi 6 (802.11ax) (2.4GHz): up to 1148 Mbps
    WiFi 6 (802.11ax) (5GHz): up to 4804 Mbps
    WiFi 6E (802.11ax) (6GHz): up to 4804 Mbps

  • Antenna

    10x Internal antenna

  • Transmit/Receive

    2.4GHz 4x4
    5GHz 4x4
    6GHz 4x4

  • Processor

    2.0 GHz quad-core 64bits processor

  • Memory

    256 MB Flash
    1GB RAM

  • Boosts Speed

    OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access)
    Beamforming: standard-based and universal
    1024-QAM high data rate
    20/40/80/160 MHz bandwidth

  • Operating Frequency

    2.4G Hz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz

  • Ports

    1x RJ45 for 2.5G BaseT for WAN, 1x RJ45 for 2.5G BaseT for LAN, 2x RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for LAN

  • Button

    WPS Button, Reset Button, Power Switch

  • LED Indicator

    1x Power
    1x Status

  • Power Supply

    AC Input: 110V-240V(50-60Hz)
    DC Output: 19 V with max. 2.37 A current / 19.5 V with max. 2.31 A current

  • AiMesh

    AiMesh: Yes
    Primary AiMesh router: Yes
    AiMesh node: Yes

  • Router APP

    ASUS Router APP: Yes

  • Alexa

    Support Alexa skill: Yes

  • IFTTT

    Support IFTTT: Yes

  • AiProtection

    AiProtection Pro
    Malicious site blocking: Yes
    Two-Way IPS: Yes
    Infected Device Prevention and Blocking: Yes

  • Parental Control

    Yes

  • Traffic Control

    Adaptive QoS: Yes
    Traffic Monitor: Yes
    Traffic Analyzer: Yes

  • Wireless

    IPv6: Yes
    MU-MIMO: Yes
    Wi-Fi Encryption: WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK, WPA-Enterprise , WPA2-Enterprise , WPA3-Personal, WPS support
    UTF-8 SSID: Yes
    Guest Network: Yes
    Maximum Guest Network rule: Max 9 rules
    WPS: Yes
    Wi-Fi MAC address filter: Yes
    Maximum MAC filters: Max 64 rules
    Wireless scheduler: Yes
    Airtime fairness: Yes
    RADIUS Server: Yes
    Universal beamforming: Yes
    Explicit beamforming: Yes

  • WAN

    Dual WAN: Yes
    WAN Aggregation: Yes
    3G/4G LTE dongle: No
    DMZ: Yes
    DDNS: Yes
    Let's Encrypt: Yes

  • LAN

    IGMP snooping: Yes
    IPTV: Yes
    LAN Link Aggregation: Yes

  • VPN

    VPN Client L2PT: Yes
    VPN Client OVPN: Yes
    VPN Client PPTP: Yes
    VPN Server IPSec: Yes
    VPN Server OVPN: Yes
    VPN Server PPTP: Yes

  • Administration

    Operating mode: Wireless router mode
    Range extender mode
    Access point mode
    Media bridge mode
    Firewall: Yes
    Maximum Firewall keyword filter: Max 64 rules
    Maximum Firewall network service filter: Max 32 rules
    Maximum Firewall URL filter: Max 64 rules
    Wake on LAN (WOL): Yes
    Diagnosis tools: Yes
    Feedback system: Yes
    System log: Yes

  • Dimensions (L x W x H)

    With Antennas: 4.52 x 4.52 x 9.48" (115 x 115 x 241mm)

  • Weight

    3.3 lbs (1.5kg)

  • UPC Code

    195553360104

About ASUS ZenWiFi Pro ET12

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One Major Upgrade to my whole home WIFI

By Dave F.

I setup my home to be as automated as possible with WIFI Switches, Outlets, Lights, Home security with Windows/Doors/Motion Sensors and 8 external and 3 internal cameras, Sprinkler system, water heater and a number of extra devices. In total I have over 120 + WIFI devices and needed a system that can support them all. I have used ASUS routers for many years and have been happy with their performances. I have an older ASUS GT-AX11000 Raptor as my main router feeding 5 older ASUS routers and co...

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Ease to setup, great app & awesome features

By Jonathan M.

I bought this a month ago. it was very simple to set up (very straightforward process in a few minutes up an running. Love the app it's very simple to understand and applied the desired setting and security options. Also the parental controls are great. And Awesome rage,no more dead spots. Definitely worth it!

How about a wireless system that combines sleek design, modern technology, and superior performance The ZenWiFi Pro ET12 AXE11000 Wireless Tri-Band Gigabit Mesh Wi-Fi System is a game-changer in home and office networking. This advanced Wi-Fi system is part of the ASUS WiFi 6E ecosystem, designed to elevate your productivity and entertainment experiences by providing a stable, high-speed internet connection across your entire home or office.

The ZenWiFi Pro ET12 operates on a new 6GHz band, exclusively for WiFi 6E devices, ensuring less interference and low latency. This means your older devices won't disrupt the performance of your WiFi 6E devices, resulting in faster, more reliable connections. With seven extra high-speed 160 MHz channels, this system offers multi-gigabit speeds and a massive capacity, reducing network congestion and delivering higher performance for all your WiFi 6E devices.

The ZenWiFi Pro ET12 is a 12-stream device, boasting combined total data rates of up to 11000 Mbps. This high-tech system can transmit and receive data to a large number of devices simultaneously, reducing dead zones and enhancing the performance of even the busiest home networks.

Featuring ASUS RangeBoost Plus technology, the ZenWiFi Pro ET12 improves coverage for all your WiFi devices, including legacy ones. This sophisticated system uses a next-gen flagship Broadcom WiFi chipset and a 2.0GHz 64-bit quad-core CPU to improve WiFi signal range and coverage by up to 38%.

The ZenWiFi Pro ET12 also offers easy scalability for flexible networking with ASUS AiMesh, allowing you to add extra nodes for improved coverage or new features. It comes with dual 2.5G LAN and WAN ports, enabling you to enjoy full 2.5 Gbps speeds from a compatible ISP to your wired devices.

The new 6 GHz band is reserved exclusively for WiFi 6E devices, making it ideal for use as a stable backhaul connection. You can also select the wired Ethernet for the backhaul connection between nodes, or let ZenWiFi Pro ET12 choose the best connection type based on your environment.

The easy-to-use ASUS Router app offers simple setup and easy management for your ZenWiFi Pro ET12 system. If you want to take advantage of the advanced capabilities of ZenWiFi Pro ET12, the powerful web interface gives you access to at-a-glance status reports and in-depth settings via a handy dashboard.

The ZenWiFi Pro ET12 is engineered for maximum WiFi performance, with throughput improved by up to 18% from the latest Broadcom WiFi chipset and CPU. The eight external antennas are carefully located and angled within the special transparent compartment on the top of the router, minimizing interference while maximizing signal coverage.

The ZenWiFi Pro ET12 includes lifetime free AiProtection Pro, including advanced Parental Controls, and also uses the latest WPA3 security protocol. With ZenWiFi Pro ET12, you can take your home network with you wherever you go - and say goodbye to web-based third-party VPNs!

ASUS ZenWiFi Pro ET12 Features

  • 12-stream device, with combined total data rates up to 11000 Mbps
  • WiFi 6E uses the newly available 6GHz Frequency band
  • Using a next-gen flagship Broadcom WiFi chipset and a 2.0GHz 64-bit quad-core CPU
  • Easy Scalability for Flexible Networking
  • Dual 2.5G LAN and WAN Ports
  • New 6 GHz Band for Stable Backhaul
  • Effortless Setup and Management
  • Works with Ok Google or Alexa Skills for hands-free control

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 24 months.

Key Features

  • Experience blazing-fast WiFi 6E speeds with this ASUS tri-band mesh WiFi system.
  • Enjoy seamless, whole-home coverage with this ZenWiFi Pro, perfect for large homes.
  • Advanced parental controls let you easily manage and filter internet access for kids.
  • This ASUS router's AiProtection Pro provides robust, always-on network security.
  • Set up your secure home network in minutes with the intuitive ASUS Router mobile app.
  • Reliable connections for all your devices with the powerful quad-core processor inside.

What's in the box:

  • ASUS ZenWiFi Pro ET12 AXE11000 Wireless Tri-Band Gigabit Mesh Wi-Fi Router (2-Pack)
  • RJ45 Cable
  • Power Adapter
  • Quick Start Guide
  • ASUS 2 Year Limited Warranty