Asus BLUE CAVE Manual
Package contents
- Blue Cave Wireless Router
- AC adapter
- Network cable (RJ-45)
- Quick Start Guide
NOTE: If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
A quick look at your Blue Cave
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- Power button
- Power (DC-IN) port
- Reset button
- USB3.0 port
- LAN ports
- WAN (Internet) port
- WPS button
DC Power adapter | DC Output: +19V with max 1.75A current; |
Operating Temperature | 0~40 o C | Storage | 0~70 o C |
Operating Humidity | 50~90% | Storage | 20~90% |
Positioning your Blue Cave
For the best wireless signal transmission between the wireless router and the network devices connected to it, ensure that you:
- Place the wireless router in a centralized area for a maximum wireless coverage for the network devices.
- Keep the device away from metal obstructions and away from direct sunlight.
- Keep the device away from 802.11b/g or 20MHz only Wi-Fi devices, 2.4GHz computer peripherals, Bluetooth devices, cordless phones, transformers, heavy-duty motors, fluorescent lights, microwave ovens, refrigerators, and other industrial equipment to prevent signal interference or loss.
- Always update to the latest firmware. Visit the ASUS website at http://www.asus.com to get the latest firmware updates.
Preparing your modem
- Unplug the power cable/DSL modem. If it has a battery backup, remove the battery.
NOTE: If you are using DSL for Internet, you will need your username/password from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) to properly configure the router.
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- Connect your modem to the router with the bundled network cable.
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- Power on your cable/DSL modem.
- Check your cable/DSL modem LED lights to ensure the connection is active.
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Setting up your Blue Cave
You can set up your Blue Cave via wired or wireless connection.
- Wired connection
- Plug your router into a power outlet and power it on. Connect the network cable from your computer to a LAN port on your router.
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- The web GUI launches automatically when you open a web browser. If it does not auto-launch, enter http://router.asus.com.
- Set up a password for your router to prevent unauthorized access.
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- Wireless connection
- Plug your router into a power outlet and power it on.
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- Connect to the network with SSID shown on the product label on the back side of the router. For better network security, change to a unique SSID and assign a password.
2.4G Wi-Fi Name (SSID): ASUS_XX_2G
5G Wi-Fi Name (SSID): ASUS_XX_5G
* XX refers to the last two digits of 2.4GHz MAC address. You can find it on the label on the back of your Blue Cave.
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- You can choose either the web GUI or ASUS Router app to set up your router.
- Web GUI Setup
- Once connected, the web GUI launches automatically when you open a web browser. If it does not auto-launch, enter http://router.asus.com.
- Set up a password for your router to prevent unauthorized access.
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- App Setup
Download ASUS Router App to set up your router via your mobile devices. - T urn on Wi-Fi on your mobile devices and connect to your Blue Cave's network.
- Follow ASUS Router App setup instructions to complete the setup.
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Remembering your wireless router settings
- Remember your wireless settings as you complete the router setup.
Router Name: | Password: |
2.4 GHz network SSID: | Password: |
5GHz network SSID: | Password: |
FAQ
- Where can I find more information about the wireless router?
- Online FAQ site: http://support.asus.com/faq
- Technical support site: http://support.asus.com
- Customer hotline: refer to the Support Hotline section in this Quick Start Guide
Documents / Resources
References
Download manual
Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.
Download Asus BLUE CAVE Manual
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