Dual-band Wireless-AC1200 Gigabit Router

Essential AC upgrade for latest online media enjoyment

ASUS RT-AC55U Dual-band Wireless-AC1200 gigabit router delivers high-speed performance for web streaming up to 4K Ultra HD videos, online gaming with support for latest gen consoles such as Xbox One and PlayStation® 4 and performing other bandwidth-intensive tasks.

With Smart Quality of Service (QoS), easily prioritize and optimize internet speeds for online gaming, downloading, VoIP and more. Plus, the traffic monitor feature lets you to check your web usage in a clear graphical interface for real-time diagnostics.

Experience the world’s fastest wireless speeds

Powered by the new Qualcomm chipset, RT-AC55U delivers superfast gigabit wireless-AC speeds up to 867 Mbps on the 5 GHz band that’s 3 times faster than standard wireless-N. This high performance wireless lets you enjoy ultra-smooth online gaming, snappier web surfing and other bandwidth-demanding tasks without a wired connection.

AiRadar improves Wi-Fi performance

ASUS AiRadar intelligently strengthens wireless connectivity using 802.11ac beamforming technology, high power amplification, and exclusive ASUS RF fine-tuning. This ensures extended coverage, dynamic data speed increases, and enhanced stability.

ASUS AiCloud – Your world on demand

ASUS AiCloud keeps you connected to your data wherever and whenever you have an internet connection. It links your home network and online Web storage service3 and lets you access it through the AiCloud mobile app on your iOS or Android smartphone or through a personalized URL in a Web browser. Even better, the new Router-to-Router Sync function allows you to synchronize your stuff with storage devices connected to other compatible ASUS routers— it’s as simple as choosing a sync folder. Sharing with friends and family is now easier than ever!

Dual-band connectivity for compatibility and performance

Delivering 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz concurrent bands at up to 300 Mbps and 867 Mbps, respectively, RT-AC55U has a total speed of up to 1167 Mbps, and maintains complete stability. You can perform basic tasks like web browsing and file downloading on the 2.4 GHz band, while simultaneously allowing multiple devices to stream in 4K Ultra HD videos or support online gaming and other bandwidth-demanding applications smoothly on the clearer 5 GHz band.

Add external storage, printers, and other devices to your network

Make RT-AC55U your media and device center. With built-in USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports, connect external storage drives, printers, scanners and many other USB-enabled devices to share with your networked PCs. Having your devices networked, lets you access them easier than ever before. And with USB 3.0, transfer data up to 10 times faster to USB 3.0-enabled storage devices.

Easily select your preferred mode

ASUS routers with EZ Switch give the flexibility of simple router, media bridge or access point mode selection. Router mode is the standard wireless and wired operation, while media bridge mode provides 802.11ac Wi-Fi connection for multiple media devices simultaneously, and access point modes connect with wired routers to instantly add wireless capabilities.

Instantly select router, media bridge, and access point modes with extra-quick settings in the user-friendly interface. No delays and no hassles – whatever your situation, take your pick and get connected.

Manufacturer Part Number
RT-AC55U
EAN/UPC
0886227686179,886227686179
Full Product Specifications

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Network Standard:

  • IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, IPv4, IPv6
Product Segment:
  • AC1200 enhanced AC performance; 300+867 Mbps
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
  • 802.11ac: up to 867 Mbps
Antenna:
  • Detachable dipole antenna x 2
  • Antenna type will differ according to local regulations and requirement in each country
Operating Frequency:
  • 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz

Encryption:

  • 64-bit WEP, 128-bit WEP, WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK, WPA-Enterprise , WPA2-Enterprise , WPS support

Firewall & Access Control:

  • Firewall: SPI intrusion detection,DoS protection
  • Access control: Parental control, Network service filter, URL filter, Port filter

Management:
  • UPnP, DLNA, IGMP v1/v2/v3, DNS Proxy, DHCP, SNMP, NTP Client, DDNS, Port Trigger, 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
  • WAN Bridge support
  • Multicast Proxy support
  • Multicast Rate Setting support
Ports:
  • 1 x RJ45 for 10/100/1000/Gigabits BaseT for WAN, 4 x RJ45 for 10/100/1000/Gigabits BaseT for LAN
  • USB 2.0 x 1
  • USB 3.0 x 1
Button:
  • WPS Button, Reset Button, Power Button
LED Indicator:
  • PWR x 1
  • LAN x 1
  • Wi-Fi x 2
  • USB x 2
  • WAN x 1
  • WPS x 1
Power Supply:
  • AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz)
  • DC Output : 12 V with max. 2 A current
OS Support:
  • Windows® 8.1 , 32bit/64bit
  • Windows® 8 , 32bit/64bit
  • Windows® 7 , 32bit/64bit
  • Windows® Vista , 32bit/64bit
  • Windows® 2000 , 32bit/64bit
  • Windows® ME
  • Windows® XP , 32bit/64bit
  • Windows® Server 2003
  • Windows® Server 2008
  • Mac OS X 10.5
  • Mac OS X 10.6
  • Mac OS X 10.7
  • Mac OS X 10.8
  • Mac OS X 10.9
  • Mac OS X 10.10
  • Linux Kernel (Support Ubuntu only)
  • Linux
Dimensions:
  • 207 x 148.8 x 35.5 ~ cm (WxDxH)
Weight:
  • 495 g
Package Content:
  • RT-AC55U Dual-band Wireless-AC1200 Gigabit Router
  • RJ-45 cable
  • Support CD (User manual)
  • Power adapter
  • Quick Start Guide
  • 2 datachable Antennas
  • Warranty card
Router Special Features:
  • 3G/4G data sharing, AiCloud, Printer server, Download Master, AiDisK, Multiple SSIDs, Parental Control
Operation mode:
  • Wireless router mode
  • Access point mode
  • Media bridge mode