ASUS WL-520GU Wireless Router

AS WL-520GU Wireless Router

Setting up your wireless Internet sharing router is as easy as 5 mouse clicks with ASUS. The WL-520gU integrates a simple yet thorough interface EZ USB Multi-function printer sharing bandwidth management and much more in a compact and simple design. The WL-520gU also features BroadRange wireless G technology that provides 3 times the coverage area of standard wireless G routers ensuring a good signal throughout the house. With the latest wireless encryption standards combined with an easy to browse network map your network is both safe and easy to control. Sharing the Internet and multifunction printer is made easy and affordable with the ASUS WL-520gU making it perfect for small offices or home businesses.Key FeaturesAll-in-One Printer Server: simultaneously share printers and scanners among multiple usersAuto-detection & EZ UI (Easy User Interface): the easiest way to setup your routerEZ QoS: simple powerful bandwidth allocation streamlines your Gaming/Audio/Video experienceBroadRange Technology: delivers 300% more signal coverage than standard 802.11gWDS (Wireless Distribution System): allows for bridging of two WL-520gU units to enable extra wireless coverage125 High Speed Mode (HSM): provides 135% transfer speed compared to standard 11g productDD-WRT Support: supports DD-WRT open source code firmware for advanced features***Learn MoreASUS Innovation and Quality ASUS is the world leader in motherboards and graphics cards and is the fastest growing of the top 10 notebook brands (currently number 5).* The ASUS product portfolio includes notebooks Eee PCs motherboards graphics cards wireless and much more. In 2008 alone ASUS products won 3 056 distinguished awards thanks to the innovative user-centric technologies such as ASUS' exclusive EZ MFP the easiest way to share an USB multifunction printer wirelessly with multiple users.EZ Multifunction Printer (MFP) Sharing With the EZ Multifunction Printer Sharing feature up to 12 users can share an USB multifunction printer to print and scan wirelessly using the ASUS WL-520gU. The WL-520gU utilizes an auto switching function that automatically switches users as needed and eliminates the trouble of disconnecting/reconnecting when users take turns printing. This saves you from purchasing a costly 24 hr. dedicated printing station PC or dedicated print server. With a quick setup and easy USB connection for EZ MFP Sharing the ASUS WL-520gU is the ideal wireless router for small office and home businesses.EZ and Quick Setup with EZ UI (Easy User Interface)Quick Internet Setup (QIS) Simply hook up your router and QIS will automatically guide you through the setup in 3 easy steps it is as if no manual is required. 1. Open your browser 2. Enter the necessary setup instructions 3. Once finished QIS loads up your default homepage.Simplified Network Map This straight-forward user interface helps users quickly manage users and devices setup your networking environment and identify issues. Compared to non-ASUS routers with hidden submenus and separate status pages the ASUS network map offers fast network maintenance without sacrificing control.Dr. Surf Dr. Surf is your personal wireless doctor. Offering real-time network diagnostics Dr. Surf auto-detects connection problems and provides possible solutions.EZQos - Bandwidth on Demand EZ Quality of Service lets you dynamically allocate bandwidth between browsing online games Internet applications (such as BitTorrent) and voice/video streaming. You can also optimize bandwidth amongst any combination of these applications on the fly. Simply click the scenarios best suited to your Internet use and the WL-520gU will automatically prioritize bandwidth according to the user settings. With the EZQoS you can enjoy smooth and seemless Internet communication even when using bandwidth saturating applications such as BitTorrent.300% More Wireless Coverage and Latest Wireless Encryption MethodsBroadRange Technology: The ASUS WL-520gU offers BroadRange technology that delivers 300% the signal coverage of standard 802.11g. This enables you to stay connected to the network and Internet wirelessly throughout a larger area.125 High Speed Mode (HSM): Provides 135% faster transfer speed compared to 802.11g.Wireless Distribution System (WDS): Bridge two WL-520gU to enable total wireless coverage in two buidlings or an enormous residential complex.Strong Wireless Securtiy: Includes the latest industry standards for wireless data encryption so you can have a piece of mind when sharing your Internet and network. (WEP WPA WPA2 and more)DD-WRT Support: WL-520gU supports DD-WRT open source code firmware. Check the following website for detail.http://www.dd-wrt.com/dd-wrtv3/dd-wrt/hardware.htmlWarrantyASUS 2 Years Global Wireless Warranty ASUS WL-520gU's come with ASUS 2 years global wireless product warranty. Please visitSupport.ASUS.com for more details on ASUS wireless product warranty policy.What's in the BoxASUS WL-520gU wireless router2 dBi detachable antennaEthernet CableApplication CDPower Adapter (5V 2A)Quick Starter GuideWarranty Information CardsSpecificationsNetwork Standard: IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11g IEEE 802.3 IEEE802.3x IEEE 802.3u IEEE 802.1x IEEE 802.11i IPv4 CSMA/CA CSMA/CD ICMPOperating Frequency: 2.4G ~ 2.5GHzData Rate: 802.11g: 6 9 12 18 24 36 48 54Mbps 802.11b: 1 2 5.5 11MbpsOperation Channels: 11 for N. America 14 Japan 13 Europe (ETSI)LAN Ports: WAN x 1 LAN x 4 RJ45 for 10/100 BaseTAntenna Support: Antenna Diversity 1 internal antenna on board 1 external detachable antenna (RP-SMA connector)USB Interface: 1 x USB2.0 for MFP (multifunction printer) sharingLED Indicators: Power x 1 AIR x 1 WAN x 1 LAN x 4Security: 64/128-bit WEP WPA WPA2 WPA-TKIP/AES WPA-PSK WPA-ENT Radius with 802.1xAuthentication: MAC address 802.1xFirewall: NAT Firewall SPI (Stateful Package Inspection) Firewall WAN ping control Single Port and Port Range filter URL based filter MAC Address filterVPN Features: IPSec Pass-Through PPTP Pass-Through L2TP Pass-ThroughNetwork Protocol: Support UPnP DHCP DNS Proxy NTP Client DDNS Port Trigger Virtual Server Virtual DMZ VPN Pass-Through WDSUtilities: EZQoS – BODTM (Bandwidth-On-Demand) WMM (Wi-Fi multimedia) Device Discovery: discovers WL520GU in network and help user to invoke Web Configuration page EZSetup: Help you to setup wireless and Internet connection easily Firmware Restoration: Restore firmware while system enters rescue mode Network Printer Setup Program (in utility CD): Share your MFP (multifunction printer) scanning and printing function simultaneously and wirelessly.DC Power Adapter: DC Output: +5V with max. 2A current Note: Use only the adapter included in the package. Using other adapters may damage the device.Temperature: Operating: 32~104 degrees F Storage: -22~122 degrees FHumidity: Operating: 50~90% Storage: 20~90%Phys.Dimension(LxWxH): 6.46 x 4.59 x 1.22 inchesNet Weight (estimated): 0.52 lbs All specifications are subject to change without notice. Color and bundled software versions are subject to change without notice. Brand and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective companies. 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