The ASUS RN N11P router is an inexpensive model with a standard set of settings. Many tricks are also suitable for connecting other models of routers. There are also non-trivial features: it is not necessary to use them, but their presence significantly expands the modem's arsenal.
To configure the router ASUS RT N11P is suitable WiFi connection with him. Many old-fashioned articles recommend using a wired connection "for stability". But this is a completely modern model, and it does not need a LAN connection to a computer (however, the cable is included). It is enough to find a wireless network.
When you first turn on the device, the network is not password protected (and this deficiency should be corrected as soon as possible). If the network is password-protected, and the owner does not remember the access code, then you can reset the settings: the button on the back panel, press it in the off state. In addition to resetting the password, other parameters will also be reset to factory settings.
Access to the RT N11P settings is standard: connection to the web control panel is carried out using the IP address 192.168.1.1 (it must be entered in address bar). The login/password pair is written on the bottom of the case: usually admin in both cases.
Attention: do not confuse the security password of the Control Panel with the password for accessing Wi-Fi.
When you enter the ASUS RT N11P Control Panel, the router is configured using the software Setup Wizard - this is a series of windows with questions and the indispensable "Next" button.
Fig: The first step is to set the Administrator login-password. Attention - this is not a Wi-Fi password
First stage: securing access to router management. Setting up the ASUS RT N11P router involves replacing authentication data at the first stage. You are prompted to enter a new username and password. They should be remembered forever: ASUS modems are famous for their reliability, and, most likely, the next entry into the web interface will be made many months after the first setup. It is better to leave the username as it is, and change the password to a more sophisticated, self-chosen one. Only English letters and numbers.
The next step will require instructions on how to connect your modem to your ISP. The router automatically detects the presence of a signal and its type, plus it prompts you to enter authentication data. There are no standard parameters here: for Beeline these are some settings, for Rostelecom they are different. Usually they are written in the contract with the Internet provider, or published on its website as an instruction.
Fig: Entering authentication data for connecting to the Internet. These settings are issued by the provider.
In many cases, advanced configuration will be required, but it also comes down to entering data in order to connect the router to the provider - Yes / No questions, protocols, IP addresses, DNS data. All information is contained in the instructions and provided by technical support.
The third step of the ASUS RT N11p Router Connection Wizard is to create and secure a wireless network. In the SSID field, enter the name of the Wi-Fi connection (it can be arbitrary, but it is better to use an authentic name, moreover with Latin letters- to quickly distinguish your network from a dozen neighbors with standard names). The "Network Key" field means an ordinary password for connecting gadgets that support Wi-Fi to the ASUS RT N11p router. It will need to be entered when connecting tablets, smartphones and other office and home Internet consumers.
Fig: Creating and securing a wireless network.
After the third stage, the network will turn off, and you need to reconnect to the newly created Wi-Fi. This is done at the Center. Windows networks, in the tray near the clock (bottom of the screen). First - select the name of the newly created network, then - enter the network key (password) in the dialog box that appears.
Setting WIFI router ASUS RT N11P in repeater mode is used to "extend" already existing network to places where previously the signal was too weak for a reliable connection. In this case, the new router connects like a normal device - it “catches” the network, it requires you to enter a password. Then the signal is relayed (repeated).
Setting up the ASUS RT N11P router in repeater mode is done on the Administration tab. You should select the repeater mode, then agree to automatically reboot the device. After that, go back to the router settings, select the current network and enter the security key.
The device allows you to distribute wireless connection in guest networks mode (there may be several of them, they work together with the main one). The essence of the function is to provide limited access for guest devices. An additional Wi-Fi network is able to provide office guests with the Internet, while limiting their ability to connect to other computers and printers. It is also possible to restrict access to individual sites, as when using parental controls. Useful opportunity guest access– setting a speed limit for individual devices: significantly reduces the hardware load on the processor and allows you not to clog the entire width of the Internet channel.
In fact, it is a module for diagnosing the operation of the router. Clearly visible:
the current state of the Internet connection;
the degree of security of the wireless network (the protocol is displayed password protection);
The number of devices connected to the modem within the Wi-Fi network.
Most of the "Maps" elements are clickable - when you switch to them, you can quickly configure the ASUS RT-series router in certain parts of the system, without being distracted by re-entering the basic parameters.
Fig: Network map in firmware of ASUS routers
Setting up the ASUS RT N11P router is not difficult. All manipulations with the Control Panel are standardized in wireless devices ASUS, and the Russian language is fully supported. Although it is possible to flash the router using alternative software, this should not be done. The ASUS RT N11P router is completely stable and functional, and non-standard firmware can reduce its reliability.
In addition to the functions described, the router also supports other modern features that are typical for more expensive models. Among them - IPTV setup, organization of temporary guest networks with connection speed limits, backup of the current configuration, etc.
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ASUS RT-N11P is a simple entry-level budget router designed for unpretentious users. ASUS has a whole series of similar devices, of which the RT-N11P router is distinguished by the presence of “stronger” antennas.
The number of router models from ASUS is currently very large. Completely new models appear, while routers of past generations are still on sale.
In the model under consideration, the letter P in the name indicates a more powerful antenna with a higher gain. The total Wi-Fi coverage area directly depends on this coefficient. In general, the RT-N11P model is a classic ASUS router with a typical design, software and hardware.
After choosing and purchasing a router, it is important to properly place it and configure it accordingly. The exception is when providers use a dynamic connection type. Most home Wi-Fi devices are initially configured for this type of connection. Despite this, you still need to change the Wi-Fi router settings to set up your wireless network.
The router comes in a compact standard dark colored cardboard box. It is distinguished by full localization. The package contains helpful information, namely photographs, key features, detailed specifications and other useful information.
The delivery set is standard for inexpensive models and includes: a router, a switching power supply (12V / 0.5A), a black patch cord, a warranty card and a short setup guide. The warranty period of the router is limited to three years.
The dimensions of the router are 14.6×11.1×3.4 cm without antennas. The body material is black plastic. At the corners, the lower part is equipped with rubber feet. There are also holes for wall mounting.
The design of the front side is similar to "diamond faces". On the bottom left there is a block of 4 LED indicators. They are practically not annoying with blinking, but in their design they are a little dull and rough.
The side walls and the lower part are equipped with ventilation grilles. temperature even at maximum load raises no objections.
From the back, you can see two fixed antennas, five non-indicator network ports, a power supply input connector with a toggle switch, and a WPS / reset key. Everything is located very tightly, but for the class of budget models this is quite traditional.
The production quality of the router is quite decent. Moreover, ASUS keeps it at the highest level both in top-end and in budget models. The design is practical, and the construction of the router is quite convenient compared to other routers in this price segment.
First, the ASUS RT-N11P router needs to be connected to workstation, mobile computer or other portable device.
The connection can be made both through the LAN cable that is included with the router, and using WI-Fi. A more reliable connection is through a cable, due to the fact that modern firmware is protected by encrypted Wi-Fi, which can cause certain problems.
The sequence of actions for the physical connection of the router:
The physical connection of the router can be considered complete. Upon successful connection, four indicators should be lit on the front panel of the router: "WPS", "WLAN", "POWER", and one of the "LAN".
The most common question that arises when setting up a router is “How to enter the settings?”. To do this, you need to log into its web interface.
To enter the web interface of the router, open the installed web browser. After launching it, type the ip-address of the router in the address bar. The new device has the address 192.168.1.1. Default Login is "admin", Password is "admin". Login and password have these values, provided that the router has factory settings.
After successful authorization in the router interface, select the tab on the left side "Advanced settings", and mark "WAN" in the list that appears. Further settings depend on the selected connection protocol.
To configure the router using the PPTP protocol, you should:
To configure the ASUS RT N11P L2TP router, you should:
Basically, all providers in Russia work on network protocol PPPoE, including Rostelecom.
To configure a router using the PPPoE protocol, you should:
To configure a router with a static IP address:
To configure the router to work in repeater mode, you should:
Wi-Fi is configured as follows:
IPTV in the router is configured at the time of setting the parameters for connecting to the Internet. To do this, select "Select IPTV STB port" and specify the port number of the router to which the cable from the set-top box will fit.
If the user is not satisfied with the operation of the router or additional features are needed, it is recommended to reflash the router.
For this you need:
Uploading a new firmware takes about 5 minutes.
Often, after changing the settings of the router, you should remember them so that in case of difficulties, they can be restored. To do this, go to "Administration - Advanced settings - Restore / Save / Load settings"
To remember the current settings of the router, you need to click on "Save". The configuration file will be saved to the desired location on the hard drive.
To restore parameters from a configuration file, click the "Select file" button, select the required configuration file, and then click the "Submit" button.
It is important to know that selecting "Restore" will reset the settings and restore the factory settings.
In general, ASUS RT-N11P is a fairly simple and budget option for creating home network consisting of up to four wired devices and several wireless gadgets. The technical abilities of ASUS RT-N11P will satisfy most potential users, but if the user wants more, then it is reasonable to pay attention to more expensive models.
Confidently took first place in the nomination "Wireless Wi-Fi Equipment". The key role in this, most likely, was played by the top models of top-level routers presented last year. However, the manufacturer also pays attention to the mass segment, in which several devices are offered on the Russian market today, which are quite difficult to navigate. The fact is that some of the models are present in various modifications and versions, so you should pay attention to this when buying.
The hero of this article has so far managed to avoid such confusion. The Asus RT-N11P currently exists in one configuration, and that is what will be tested in this article. The device is positioned in the mass segment - it has 100 Mbps wired ports and a single-band access point with a maximum connection speed of 300 Mbps. Considering that the manufacturer's software is unified in many respects for most models, we should expect both high speed and a wide (for this segment) set of functions. In addition, the device is interesting in supporting alternative firmware versions, which may be useful for a certain category of users.
The router comes in a standard small cardboard box. It is decorated in dark colors and fully localized. The packaging contains photographs, key features, detailed specifications and other useful information.
The delivery set is also traditional for the budget segment - a router, a switching power supply 12 V 0.5 A, one black patch cord, a warranty card and a very short instruction for quick start.
The warranty period for the device is three years.
Most in your own way appearance the model is similar to the younger brother of top-end devices, obtained by halving the size and removing one antenna. Overall dimensions are 146×111×34 mm excluding antennas.
The case is made of black matte plastic. There are four rubber feet on the bottom. In addition, there are holes for mounting on the wall in one of two positions - antennas up or to the right.
The face features the recognizable "diamond" design of the front panel and a "rough sanded" stripe at the top. In the lower left corner there is a block of four LED indicators.
They do not irritate with excessive blinking (only the Wi-Fi indicator does this), but they have a standard round shape, green color and look rather sad compared to the design in older models.
At the side ends and the bottom there are ventilation grilles. There were no comments on the temperature regime even at high load.
On the back we see two non-removable antennas, five network ports without built-in indicators, a power supply input with a switch, and a WPS / reset button. Everything is located quite tightly, but for this class of models it is excusable.
There are no comments on the quality of the device. The manufacturer keeps it on top and in budget models. The design is nothing special, but it is quite practical and convenient for this segment.
The router is based on a Mediatek chip - MT7620N revision 0206. This family is one of the most popular options in the budget segment today. The frequency of the computing core is 580 MHz (in the alternative version of the firmware, a frequency of 600 MHz is used, which is also standard for random access memory). A radio unit that supports 802.11n in the 2.4 GHz band with a maximum connection speed of 300 Mbps is built into the main processor. It also houses a five-port 100 Mbps switch. The amount of SDRAM memory is 32 MB, 8 MB of flash memory is installed for firmware. Formally, for similar models, the variant with 64 MB of RAM is more common, but if there is no USB port and related services that intensively consume this resource can be used less.
There are no radiators on the chips, the cables from the antennas are soldered to the board, there is a place for a console connector.
In general, it can be seen that the manufacturer tried to optimize the cost of the model without compromising its characteristics. For example, there are only four LEDs (and one of them, indicating the presence of power, is not controlled by software), a combined WPS and reset button, four-pin network connectors.
The main testing of the router was carried out with firmware 3.0.0.376_3754. Additionally, we checked the work with an alternative firmware version, which will be described below.
The standard software of the router is similar to the models discussed earlier, except for the lack of a USB port and the corresponding functions. The design and organization of the web interface developed quite a long time ago turned out to be so successful, according to the manufacturer, that the company rarely changes anything in them.
Let's briefly consider the capabilities of the firmware of the router. The Network Map page provides basic information about the current status of the router and clients.
For Internet connection, IPoE, PPPoE, PPTP and L2TP modes are supported. It is possible to contact local network operator when working with the provider's access server.
A built-in DDNS client is provided, including work with Asus' own service, NAT Passthrough for some protocols, IPv6 implementation in several modes. To access local services, DMZ, UPnP and setting your own port translation rules are used. The router supports IPTV services using multicast, port allocation to a set-top box and tagged traffic. There is also a built-in UDP proxy service.
The settings of the local network segment are traditional - you can change your own address of the router, set up a range of addresses DHCP server, reserve addresses for clients, add your own entries to the routing table.
The built-in wireless access point supports modern security technologies, including WPA/WPA2 with a password and a RADIUS server, has output power adjustment, can be turned on according to a schedule (one time range for weekdays and one for weekends).
There is also a page for configuring advanced settings, a MAC address filter, WPS and WDS functions. The user can organize up to three guest networks with their own names and security options.
The router is equipped with a firewall and a DoS protection module. The first contains URL filters, keywords in links and services. The latter can work on a schedule, and the rules specify the addresses and port numbers of the source and destination.
The "Parental Control" function allows you to select for each client the time of working with the Internet for a week with an accuracy of up to an hour.
Since the firmware is unified, implement VPN services it was easy. A PPTP server and a client supporting PPTP and L2TP can be useful for setting up a secure remote access to network resources.
Less interesting, in our opinion, is the use of a traffic management system, since the device belongs to the budget class and with active QoS and high load, the overall speed of Internet access can be significantly reduced.
Diagnostic tools are represented by the ping, traceroute, nslookup, and netstat utilities. In the same section, the user can use the WOL function to power on the clients on the LAN.
The set of system options also does not differ in anything original - changing the administrator password, working with the configuration, updating the firmware, setting the clock. Recall that this manufacturer provides access to the console of the router via the telnet protocol. Although in this case, in the absence of USB ports, this is not very relevant.
Asus solutions have a wide range of control over the work - in addition to the usual system log, you can see the list of wireless clients, as well as tables of DHCP server addresses, routing, port translation and current NAT sessions.
The use of the MediaTek platform made it possible to transfer an alternative firmware created by . The absence of a USB port in this model, of course, reduces the possibility of expanding the set of functions of the router, but some useful services were implemented thanks to the developer's non-standard solutions. But we must understand that for the mass user, many of them will be uninteresting and difficult.
However, code optimization and bug fixing will certainly be useful to everyone. Unfortunately, not all problems can be solved new firmware. In particular, incorrect initialization of the network switch in the bootloader leads to the connection for some time of all wired clients of the router to the operator's network at the time of rebooting the device. To correct this situation, you can update the bootloader in the router with the version presented on the above project site.
Recall that we have already tried this software in the Asus RT-N65U model test. In addition, a lot of information is presented in dedicated to this product. Therefore, here we will describe only the main features of the product for RT-N11P. For the test, version 3.4.3.9-091_base was used, you can upgrade to it (and return to the standard firmware) in a standard way through the web interface. The following description refers specifically to this modification.
The appearance of the interface is noticeably different in design from original firmware. However, the most significant optimizations, fixes and improvements are related to the built-in software modules.
Russian and English versions are provided, there is built-in help and notes for default settings. On start page is given Additional Information about the operation of the router, in particular indicators of CPU and RAM load, there are cross-links to other pages for quick access to popular options.
As in the original firmware, here you can find the VPN server and client. At the same time, they support three protocols at once - PPTP, L2TP and OpenVPN.
The author excluded the little-demanded traffic control system (QoS), but left it useful feature interface speed monitoring. Graphs are also provided for CPU and RAM load, which can be useful for analyzing device performance under load.
The wireless access point, in addition to the basic settings, has the ability to work on a schedule, a MAC address filter, a choice of transmitter power and the number of streams, as well as several specialized parameters and modes.
It is allowed to organize a guest access point with own settings protection and restriction of access to the main segment of the local network. There is also a useful option to specify fixed speed connection of clients, which allows "free" in terms of increasing the load on the processor to limit the speed of their work.
In the settings of the local network segment, the ability to force wired port speeds, disable 802.3az (Energy Efficient Ethernet, disabling it can help improve connection quality on some lines) has been added, the set of DHCP server capabilities and IPTV functions have been expanded (in particular, IGMP / MLD hardware technology is used snooping, which allows more efficient processing of multicast traffic on wired ports).
To connect to the Internet, there are IPoE, PPPoE, PPTP and L2TP modes, as well as special options for some providers. Implemented several options for working with the IPv6 protocol.
The built-in DDNS client has received support for almost two dozen services. To access systems in the local segment, DMZ, UPnP, NAT-PMP and PCP are present, as well as manual setting port translation rules. It is possible to pass VPN traffic through NAT and several ALGs.
The firewall contains pages for setting up blocking by URL, MAC addresses and programming rules on LAN / WAN segments with addresses and ports of systems. In all lists, you can use the schedule of their work.
In system options, except standard set with a password, configuration, firmware and time, it is possible to change the port number of the web interface, enable access to the console via telnet and ssh, direct access to the console to execute interactive commands and other features.
In the "Personalization" section, the user can change the action of the WPS / Reset button. Short and long presses can be assigned to control the LEDs on the case, wireless access point, Internet connection, and other functions.
In addition, there is a service for determining the status of an Internet connection using external hosts and the ability to run custom scripts when certain events occur.
Control of the status of all interfaces is provided, including viewing of connected wireless clients and their parameters.
Like the original firmware, in addition to the system log, there are tables for the DHCP server, port translation, routing, and current connections. Work with the Syslog server is supported.
The model under consideration is positioned in the mass budget segment. So the set of basic requirements is quite simple - stable work with the Internet at speeds up to 100 Mbps and maintenance of a wireless network for smartphones and tablets.
Both firmware versions are compatible with Beeline Internet when connected via the L2TP protocol. The connection is stable, there are no comments on the speed of work. The load in the form of a p2p client is also quite within the power of the router, while providing a high speed of 8-10 MB / s. But in this case, it is very desirable to set speed limits and the number of connections in the program settings, otherwise it can take up the entire Internet channel and all the resources of the router, so it will be uncomfortable to use other services. However, this is quite acceptable behavior for a device of this class. A similar remark applies to the simultaneous download of IPTV viewing files through multicast broadcasts - without restrictions for a p2p client, the picture can sometimes “crumble”. With a reasonable load on the router, there are no complaints about watching TV, including via Wi-Fi.
Testing on the stand was also carried out with the two firmware described above - standard and alternative. So there are more graphs in this material. The first pair shows the results of routing speed evaluation in IPoE, PPPoE, PPTP and L2TP modes when working with one/two streams and sixteen streams.
Since we are already familiar with this hardware platform, and we know the quality of Asus firmware, the high results are not surprising. As for the alternative version, it performs better than the original one, which is especially noticeable in full-duplex tests with PPTP and L2TP protocols.
Both firmware are able to provide work with the provider's network during VPN connections. There are no comments to work in this scenario.
Built-in VPN server with PPTP protocol we tested with all internet connection options and modes without encryption and with MPPE128. The graphs are averaged over three scenarios (receiving, transmitting and full duplex to four streams in each case).
First of all, let us pay attention to the significantly higher results in this test for alternative firmware. So if among your tasks is the implementation of remote access to the home network, the recommendation is to use an alternative version of the built-in software quite justified.
To test the speed of the wireless access point, the TP-Link TL-WDN4800 adapter (802.11n, up to 450 Mbps) was used. The tests were carried out in one/two streams and in eight streams. The router was configured for maximum performance with WPA2-PSK AES and a wide channel. Three wireless client placements were tested: four meters of line-of-sight, four meters behind one wall, and eight meters behind two walls.
Before commenting on the results, we recall once again that today wireless connection in the 2.4 GHz band in urban areas can be completely unpredictable due to the large number of networks and other interference. So you need to be very careful with these figures.
As we can see, in general, the firmware shows similar results in the test. As for the absolute values of the speeds, they are quite consistent with the hardware configuration of the router.
Of course, the attention of such a large company as Asus to the mass segment can only be welcomed. The RT-N11P router, despite some obvious signs of savings, has a good design, high quality manufacturing, fully consistent with the name of the manufacturer, an extended set of features and decent performance.
The use of the MediaTek platform made it possible to achieve practically the maximum indicators for this hardware configuration in routing tests. So the router can be safely recommended to users of any tariff plans with speeds up to 100 Mbps inclusive.
From additional features devices, we note support for IPTV technologies, guest wireless networks, as well as the presence of a VPN server and parental control functions.
Adds attractiveness to the model and the ability to install an alternative version of the software. Despite the lack of a USB port, which is usually associated with many additional services, the list of differences from the standard firmware is significant, and many of them are very interesting and useful. However, in terms of speed, such a replacement also has an advantage in certain scenarios.
The router is already presented on the domestic market. In terms of cost, the model turned out to be quite competitive in its segment.
Go to the menu item Additional settings - Wireless network. Note that both radio units can be configured here. Name (SSID) - specify the name for the first and for the second network, but they must be different.
In the router interface, you need to go to the tab on the left Extra options, in the list that opens, select Wireless network.
We set the parameters as follows:
After making the settings, it is recommended to save them so that in case of problems, you can restore them. To do this, go to the tab Additional settings, menu Administration;, Restore/Save/Load settings tab.
Attention! Button press Restore will restore the factory settings!
Upon completion of the settings, you need to restart the router and authorize it in your Personal Account!
In this step by step instructions- details on how to configure the ASUS RT-N11P Wi-Fi router to work with home Internet providers Beeline (L2TP) and Rostelecom (PPPoE). The following steps for configuring a wireless router will be discussed in order:
The first step is correct WiFi connection router, which usually is not difficult:
Turn on the power of the router (the button on the right side of the back) and wait a minute or two until it boots up. If the router is not connected by cable, connect to the ASUS wireless network that appears.
To login to the web interface Asus settings RT-N11P launch any browser on a computer or laptop connected to the router and enter 192.168.1.1 in the address bar - you should see a login and password request.
Standard login and password, if you have not changed them before (and changing the password is required after the first entry into the settings) - admin and admin, respectively.
If this is the first entry into the router parameters, then you will be greeted by a wizard quick setup, which:
After completing the QIS (Quick Internet Setup) steps, you will be at home page ASUS RT-N11P router settings, which allows you to set the necessary options, configure the Internet and other parameters manually, which is often necessary, especially if your provider is Beeline.
Attention: in order for the router to connect to the Internet, the Beeline L2TP connection on the computer itself, if available, must be disabled (and you don’t need to connect it in the future, the router will establish a VPN connection itself and “distribute” it to the end devices).
To set up a Beeline Internet connection on a Wi-Fi router, on the settings page in the menu on the left, select "Internet", and then on the "Connection" tab, set the following parameters network connection(below there is also a screenshot with the necessary parameters):
The remaining parameters do not need to be changed, they are just the ones that are required by default (unless you have already changed them before). Click "Apply" and wait for a while.
If all parameters are correct, then a short time on the computer (provided that the Beeline Internet is broken on it, as mentioned above), you will have access not only to the Asus RT-N11P admin panel, but also to the Internet (you can open a new tab in your browser and try to go to some either the website or look at the network status on the main page of the wireless router settings web interface).
In order to set up Rostelecom or Dom.ru Internet via PPPoE protocol on ASUS RT-N11P, on the settings page on the left, click "Internet", and then on the "Connection" tab, set the following parameters:
The rest of the parameters usually do not need to be changed. Click "apply" and, if everything was done correctly, then after a short period of time, Internet access will appear on your computer and on other devices connected via Wi-Fi to ASUS RT-N11P.
Note: in some rare regions, Rostelecom and Dom.ru use the Dynamic IP connection type. If this is the case, then in fact your router is configured out of the box, all that is required is to set a password for Wi-Fi, which is done at the automatic configuration stage.
To configure the wireless network settings on the router, select "Wireless Network" in the menu on the left, and then set (or change) the necessary parameters:
Save your settings. After saving on devices that were connected via Wi-Fi, you may need to reconnect. If the network name has not changed, but only changed wifi password, you may need to "forget the network" before connecting, see , .
