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ASUS RT-AC88U Wireless Router Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) Gigabit Ethernet
QuickFind: 732415
Mfr part code: 90IG01Z0-BU2000
- Ultimate Gaming and 4K Streaming
- AiProtection
- Parental Controls
- Easily Control Your Network
- Low-latency online gaming
Product Description
ASUS RT-AC88U Wireless Router Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) Gigabit Ethernet
If you're looking to take your Wi-Fi to the next level, the RT-AC88U is perfect for you. With the latest NitroQAM technology Wi-Fi speeds are boosted for everything on your busy network. Lightening fast USB and WAN/LAN, huge coverage for the Wi-fi (Widest ever), 8 Gigabit LAN ports, this router is top of the line.
NitroQAM Technology
Forget about lag and buffering when you have NitroQAM (1024-QAM). Delivering a combined 5334 Mbps Wi-fi speed everyone on your network will enjoy a smooth streaming and low-latency gaming experience.
Double the boost
Game Accelerator Inside
The most vital part when it comes to online gaming is Ping time, this effects the responsiveness while online gaming. This process depends heavily on the game packets routing back and forth from their destination (server). Gamers Private Network (GPN) from WTFast will automatically perform the best route optimization - enhancing your gaming experience with lower ping time and minimal packet loss. The RT-AC88U comes with this feature for free - on one device at a time. Enjoy the ultimate experience when the comes to online gaming.
Avg. Ping time 30-60% 
Avg. Ping variation 70-90%
Avg. Packet loss 70-90%
Cross platform compatibility
Network speed impacts every device you game with on every platform you game on. The ASUS RT-AC88U delivers bandwidth and coverage for all your gaming devices, from consoles to PCs to mobile devices*, and supports every operating system, including Windows®2, Mac OS®3 and Linux®4.
Adaptive QoS
Adaptive QoS (Quality of service) will prioritize your gaming packets and activities. Assign full dedicated bandwidth while gaming under solo mode, making the RT-AC88U perfect for low latency gaming anywhere in the house.
Bandwidth for Everyone
With the RT-AC88U you can support multiple devices over the home network. Even the ability to maintain simultaneous Full HD 1080P streams. Enabling a smarter home, the RT-AC88U will support IP cameras, thermostats, and devices you don't even use yet.
Unbeatable Wi-fi coverage
The incredible design of the four-transmit, four-receive (4T4R) design, both Wi-fi range and signal stability improves dramatically. AiRadar, focuses the signal even stronger towards the device in question making your experience faster, clearer and stronger.
Technical Specification
ASUS RT-AC88U Wireless Router Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) Gigabit Ethernet
Expansion / Connectivity |
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| Interfaces | WAN: 1 x 1000Base-T - RJ-45 ¦ LAN: 8 x 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45 ¦ USB 2.0: 1 x 4 pin USB Type A ¦ USB 3.0: 1 x 9 pin USB Type A |
General |
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| Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz |
| Capacity | Guest networks: 6 |
| Device Type | Wireless router - 8-port switch (integrated) |
| Enclosure Type | Desktop |
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless, wired |
| Data Link Protocol | Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac |
| Data Transfer Rate | 3167 Mbps |
| Network / Transport Protocol | PPTP, L2TP, NTP, IPSec, PPPoE, FTP, DHCP, DDNS |
| Routing Protocol | IGMPv2, IGMP, static IP routing, IGMPv3 |
| Encryption Algorithm | MPPE, 128-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2-Enterprise |
| Features | DMZ port, VPN support, print server, IPv6 support, URL filtering, parental control, Access Point operational mode, MIMO technology, download client, event log, dual WAN connection, virtual server support, Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), IPSec passthrough, DHCP server, static IP mode, DNS proxy, ASUS AiDisk, wireless bridge mode, reset button, bandwidth control, IPv4 support, port triggering, 3G/4G USB Dongle Support, 4T4R MIMO technology, ASUS AiRadar, VPN Server, ASUS AiCloud, SNMP support, PPTP passthrough, L2TP passthrough, ASUS AiProtection, MU-MIMO technology, SmartConnect Technology, port filtering, Roaming Assist technology, beamforming technology, Adaptive QoS, Link Aggregation, Broadcom NitroQAM technology |
| Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, UPnP, IEEE 802.11ac |
| Processor | 1.4 GHz |
| RAM | 512 MB |
| Flash Memory | 128 MB |
| Status Indicators | Power, WAN, LAN, wireless, USB, WPS |
Power |
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| Voltage Required | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
| Power Device | External power adapter |
Line Properties |
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| Line Coding Format | 1024 QAM |
Aerial |
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| Antenna Qty | 4 |
Software / System Requirements |
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| Software Included | WTFast Gamers Private Network |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Width | 30 cm |
| Depth | 18.8 cm |
| Height | 8.38 cm |
| Weight | 950 g |
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