Sees the asus rt n12 router. Setting up LAN and DHCP

Step-by-step setup of RT-N12 C1 (B1, D1) for any provider: MTS, Beeline, Rostelecom and TTK, also Dom.ru. Shows how to properly install a VPN server. And the result of three tests is given.

ASUS routers with the name RT-N12 are represented by three models: B1, C1 and D1. The new firmware with black interface is installed on D1 router, and for C1 it is easy to update. Model B1, in turn, simply cannot be bought. That is, for C1 and D1, the setting looks the same, and there are also HP B1 and VP models that have the same black interface. It will be discussed further - it is interesting to configure ASUS RT N12 in the new version. Your firmware number must start with a 3.

Equipment and appearance

Appearance of the device

The ASUS website lists the package contents: a LAN power cord, a router, a power supply, two antennas and a warranty card. For models B1 and C1, there is also a CD-ROM, and their power supply produces 9 volts. And for D1, you need 12 volts! The current strength is 1 ampere in the first case and 0.5 in the second.

Specifications

Each of the three routers under consideration is built on the same processor. The amount of memory and ROM is also the same:

• Processor - BCM5357, 300 MHz;
• FLASH - 8 MB;
• RAM - 32 MB;
• Wi-Fi - 802.11n, 300 Mbps.

From what has been said, it does not follow that the firmware from routers of one revision is suitable for others. Whoever forgets about it will receive a "brick".

The hardware revision number is printed on the label on the top line. Example: "H/W Ver. B1".

Options and functionality

3 modes, 4 networks

Each of the three devices, from B1 to D1, operates as a router, access point or wireless repeater. You can create not one, but four WiFi networks, endowed with different names. And you can adjust the bandwidth of each of the networks. In reality, we are talking about one network, it's just that all subscribers will see four SSID names, and depending on their choice, they will receive different traffic. Well, the speed of "300 megabits" is, of course, a theory.

All characteristics are summarized in the table.

Parameter	B1	C1	D1
Housing dimensions, mm	179x119x37	190x125x37	179x128x28
Ports	4LAN + WAN, 100 Mbps	Same	Same
Ability to configure LAN as WAN	+	+	+
VPN		IPSec, PPTP, L2TP, PPTP server*	IPSec, PPTP, L2TP, PPTP server
WPS button	+	+	+
Mode selector (router, etc.)	toggle switch	toggle switch	Program

Quick Setup Wizard

The asterisk means "only after updating the firmware to version 3.X". Further, LAN as WAN is normally configured in the third firmware, but not in "beta". And for B1 it still needs to be found. However, in the "old interface" they do this: they select the IPTV STB port, and use it as a WAN. This method has a flaw - the WAN indicator on the router will not light up.

Working in the "master"

When you first connect to a PC, the router turns on the "master", and it will be enough to go to the site "192.168.1.1". A password is not needed. Click "Go", set a password and click "Next". The router will then set up the WAN connection on its own. But reviews say that this option does not work for everyone.

Most likely, the connection type will have to be set manually. “Special requirements” includes MAC cloning. The “master” will ask for parameters, and you need to fill in the fields correctly. “Router settings” is the third section where you set the password for the WiFi network.

Indicators and connectors

When designing their routers, ASUS did not invent anything. On the case of the RT-N12 router there are 7 LEDs showing the presence of voltage, as well as the activity of 5 ports and WiFi. A short press on the Restore button will cause the router to reboot, and when pressed for 5-7 seconds, the settings will be reset. This is how any ASUS router works!

Rear panel of the router

The yellow ports are the home network, and the provider's cord is plugged into the WAN port.

If the WAN port on the router burns out, you can use the LAN port instead of the WAN. ASUS is kind, but needs some additional tweaking.

Video: setting up Internet, Wi-Fi networks on ASUS RT-N12

How to connect a Wi-Fi router ASUS RT - N12 to a computer

Training

On the computer, the network card is set to "automatic". The LAN port of the router is connected to a PC through a patch cord, and the provider's cord must be connected to the WAN port. Then power is supplied to the router: in a minute it will boot up, and after 2 minutes the computer will update the address of its card. And it will be possible to open the site "192.168.1.1". In the "wizard" they press "Go", set a password, click "Next", "Next". The router will display the Network Map tab.

WAN setup

To set up an Internet connection, open the “Internet” –> “Connection” tab in the router interface. By default, the router is set to Auto IP mode. For subsequent logins, the admin login is suitable, and the password will be the one that was set. If something does not work out, the router settings are reset: a minute after turning on, they hold down Restore for 7 seconds.

Setting up an ASUS RT N12 router for Rostelecom

Rostelecom uses different cables - Ethernet, telephone or optical. In the latter cases, you need to know what the VPI and VCI parameters are. And the WAN port of the router must be connected to the modem, where the VPI / VCI numbers are already set. There are no these parameters inside the router interface.

PPPoE

Go to the tab for WAN settings. Choose a protocol.

PPPoE Rostelecom

You need to specify the parameters:

1. NAT - "Yes";
2. UPnP - "No" to start with. So the router works for everyone, and then you can fix it.
3. IP address automatic - "Yes";
4. DNS automatic - "Yes";
5. Name and password - it is clear from the contract;
6. Time is better than "0" so that the router does not turn off!
7. MTU - 1450 is better, and if it works, try 1492;
8. MRU - 1480, etc. (until 1492).

Let the rest be default. They press the "Apply" button, and a connection appears on the "Network Map".

The "VPN + DHCP" option can be turned off.

PPPoA

There is no PPPoA support on the RT-N12 router. Having opened the "master", you can make sure that this protocol is missing.

Internet setup

With most other routers, including non-ASUS, it will be the same. It is not clear why Rostelecom needs PPPoA.

PPPoA will be 1% more efficient than PPPoE. But it is easy to choose MTU - always 1500.

Setting up an ASUS RT N12 router for Beeline and MTS

The easiest way is to set up PPPoE. It is used by MTS. And the L2TP protocol "from Beeline" is now being digested by all ASUS routers. But with MTS the issue is open, although it has a PPTP protocol, with which there are no problems either. It must be remembered that in addition to PPPoE, MAC cloning on the router is performed for all protocols! A PC is connected to the router with which the Internet worked, and the “Clone MAC” button on the settings tab is easy to find.

PPPoE

On the tab "Internet" -\u003e "Connection" select the desired protocol.

Nothing needs to be changed - the router is almost configured:

1. NAT - "Yes";
2. UPnP - "Yes";
3. IP address, DNS auto - "Yes";
4. Name and password - see contract;
5. Time - "0";
6. MTU, MRU - 1492;
7. "VPN + DHCP" - "Yes".

The new settings are "applied" and the "Network" icon appears in the upper right corner. That is, the router is connected to the Internet.

Most often, MTS uses the PPTP protocol (see below).

L2TP

The string vpn.internet.beeline.ru is the name of the server for Beeline subscribers. On the router for such names there is a “VPN server” field, which is located on the “Connection” tab. It selects the L2TP protocol.

Options:

1. NAT - "Yes";
2. UPnP - "Yes";
3. IP address, DNS auto - "Yes";
4. Name - starts with 089, see contract;
5. Password - from the contract;
6. VPN server - see the beginning of the chapter;
7. "VPN + DHCP" - "Yes".

After cloning the MAC, click "Apply". The router will establish a connection in 30-40 seconds.

You can try to configure the router for MTS as well. The server name is l2tp.e66.ru or l2tp.local (depending on the region).

PPTP

We are talking about the MTS provider. On the router, set the server name or one of the addresses:

1. 172.19.1.1;
2. 172.19.1.27;
3. 172.19.1.26;
4. 172.19.1.21.

Figures may vary by region. And the name is vpn.local.

By setting the address in the settings, they make life easier for the router, but not for yourself. On the "Connection" tab, the setting is almost done - just set the protocol.

The main parameters for the router are the login and password, the name or address of the server, and nothing more. You need to clone the MAC, click "Apply" and wait 10 seconds.

Setting up a router for Dom.ru and TTK

The Dom.ru provider always checks the MAC address, even on the PPPoE protocol. And TTK does the same, but only on the PPTP protocol. This means that the WAN port of the router must receive a suitable MAC address. To do this, the "Clone" button is provided.

PPPoE

For TTK and Dom.ru, the setting is “cloning”.

PPPoE TTK and Dom.ru

Only login and password are required. All this is done on the "Connection" tab. The settings need to be "Apply", and the router connects to the Internet.

Before applying the settings, clone the MAC (for Dom.ru).

L2TP

On the "Connection" tab, select "L2TP".

1. Fill in the field with a password and login (271XXXX);
2. The router needs to know the server name (one);
3. Other settings are default.

Press "Apply". After 30 seconds, the router will create a valid connection.

TTK server names depend on the region: l2tp.svg.ttkdv.ru, l2tp.kms.ttkdv.ru, etc.

PPTP

Both TTK and Dom.ru like to issue a static IP for the PPTP protocol.

Setting up a router will be difficult. On the "Connection" tab, select PPTP, then set:

1. Own IP, mask and gateway (see contract). Example for TTK: 10.10.3.200, 255…0, 10.10.3.1.
2. DNS (both);
3. Login and password;
4. Server IP address. Example: 10.10.3.1, 10.10.3.36 - only one.

Clone MAC, click "Apply".

There are 8 parameters in the contract! Or 7 if the server and gateway are the same.

Configuring ASUS RT-N12 D1 PPPoE Wireless Router

How to set up WiFi on ASUS RT N12 router?

You can make changes on the start tab. Change SSID, set password.

"Network Map"

The router also has a special tab with settings. Her name is "Wireless Network" -\u003e "General".

All data should be recorded.

WiFi, shared

The settings themselves are set like this:

1. Name - any;
2. Hide - "No";
3. Mode - N;
4. Width - "40" (300 Mbps) or "20" (150), but not "Auto";
5. Router channels (I and II) - both "Auto";
6. Method - WPA2 or WPA for older Android devices;
7. Encryption - AES or TPIK for WPA;
8. Key - 8 characters.

Press "Apply". The router will reboot.

ASUS RT N12 IPTV setup

All settings are contained on the tab "Local network" -\u003e "IPTV".

Select a name for the Internet connection. Then:

• For the set-top box, select the port (it does not work with the Internet via ADSL);
• For a PC or Smart TV, you need to "Enable" the last two options.

Press "Apply".

The router will not transmit traffic intended for the set-top box to the "local area".

ASUS RT - N12 VPN server setup

The router may be a server.

VPN server

To configure, open the "VPN" tab:

1. "Server", "Enable" - "Yes";
2. "More": "LAN to VPN", MPPE, IP pool;
3. "Server": "+Add" and password with login.

Click "Apply" after each step. The router is designed for 10 subscribers.

When the router was a PPTP subscriber, it used MTU/MRU = 1450.

LAN and DHCP

On the tab "Local network" -\u003e "IP address" set the address of the router.

The DHCP Server tab contains other settings:

1. The name of the router in the "local";
2. Auto-issue address pool (for PlayStation set to X.9-X.254);
3. Gateway address, by default equal to the router address.

It is better not to turn off the server. The main thing is to click "Apply".

IP values ​​in LAN and WAN networks must not overlap!

How to reset the router settings?

Two equivalent methods:

• Turn on the router, wait a minute, hold Restore for 7 seconds;
• Select "Administration" -\u003e "Manage Settings", click "Restore".

The router will forget the settings. Then it behaves like new.

The photo shows method 2.

If you forgot your password, do as above.

Asus RT-N12 router settings protection

All settings are saved on the PC. You need a "Manage Settings" tab.

Administration

The latter is needed to download the settings to the router.

Update to the latest firmware

You can download the firmware on one page:

• B1: www.asus.com/ru/Networking/RTN12_ B1/HelpDesk_Download/;
• C1 and D1: change the letter B to C or D.

The ASUS manual does not contain this information. Next, on the router, go to the "Update ..." tab.

Firmware

Select a file, click Submit.

After pressing, you have to wait 5 minutes. And the router can not be turned off!

Tests

WAN-LAN transfer rate is almost 95 Mbps.

Testing

1. WiFi 20 MHz - 21 and 16 (someone has 52);
2. WiFi 40 MHz - 40 and 30 (90).

The router also handled L2TP. The result was slightly over 70 Mbps.

The main advantage of RT-N12 is its affordable price.

Video about ASUS RT-N12: connection and setup

Before proceeding with setting up the router, let's check the LAN connection settings. For this:

Windows 7

1. Click on " Start", "Control Panel".

2. Click on " View network status and tasks".

3. Click on " Change adapter settings".

4. LAN connectionProperty".

5. From the list select " Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)"and press" Property".

6. " and "", then press the button " Ok".

Windows 10

1. Click on " Start", "Options".

2. Click on " Network and Internet".

3. Choose " ethernet" and click on " Configuring Adapter Options".

4. In the window that opens we see " ethernet". Click on it with the right mouse button, select " Property".

5. From the list select " IP version 4 (TCP/IPv4)"and press" Property".

6. In the window that opens, you need to check the boxes " Obtain an IP address automatically" and " Obtain DNS Server Address Automatically", then press the button" Ok".

Connecting the ASUS RT-N12 VP B1 router to a computer

The next step is to connect the router ASUS RT-N12 VP B1 to your laptop or personal computer (PC). To do this, you need to connect the cable that the provider provided to you to the WAN port of the router (that is, this is the cable that goes to your apartment, house, office, etc. from outside), and the cable that came with router, connect one end to one of the four LAN ports, and connect the other end to your laptop or PC. And yes, do not forget to connect the power cable.

ASUS RT-N12 VP B1 router authorization

So, we connected the router, now you need to get into its web interface through any browser (be it Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, etc.). To do this, open the browser and in the address bar we drive in the address of the router: router.asus.com or 192.168.1.1 and press the button " Enter" on your keyboard.

• Username - admin
• Password - admin

So, we drive in the data and click " Sing in"

Configuring ASUS RT-N12 VP B1 Router

And finally, we got to the web interface of the router. Now you need to configure the equipment. First of all, we will secure the wireless network by setting a password for wi-fi. Then you will need to find out what type of connection is used to access the Internet, is it PPTP, L2TP or PPPOE. You can find out by calling your provider (this is the organization with which you have entered into an agreement to provide Internet services). So, let's start setting up the router. First, let's change the language of the Web interface to Russian. To do this, go to the upper right corner of the interface and click on " English"and choose" Russian"

Setting a password for wi-fi

I bring to your attention Video instructions for setting a password for wi-fi on a router ASUS RT-N12 VP B1

Let's also take a written and illustrative look at setting a password for wi-fi on a router ASUS RT-N12 VP B1.
1. Go to the Web interface in the menu in the tab " Wireless network".
2. In the column " SSID" come up with and specify the name of your wireless network, this name will continue to glow when you connect to the network. I advise you to indicate the frequency used in the network name, for example: "imya seti 2.4".
3. "Channel Width" - 20MHz.
4. Now you need to set a password for the wireless network. To do this, select " Authentication method" - WPA2-Personal".
5. In field " WPA preshared key"we come up with and drive in a password. Then click" Apply".

PPTP setup

PPTP on the router ASUS RT-N12 VP B1 using the ASUS RT-N56U router as an example.

Let's also write and illustratively PPTP on the router ASUS RT-N12 VP B1.
1. Internet".
2. AT " WAN connection type"choose" PPTP".
3. "" and "" choose " Yes".
4. Username"), password (on the line " PasswordVPN server

5. "Hostname
6. Apply".

Setting up PPTP with a static IP address

Consider connection setup PPTP with static IP on the router ASUS RT-N12 VP B1. Typically, a static IP address is provided to legal entities, or as an additional service to the basic tariff for individuals.
1. Go to the menu in the tab " Internet".
2. AT " WAN connection type"choose" PPTP".
3. Not" against " Obtain WAN IP address automatically" and " Connect to DNS server automatically".
4. IP address"), subnet mask (in line " Subnet mask"), default gateway (on line " Main gate") and DNS (in line " DNS server 1" and " DNS server 2").

All this data is usually prescribed in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you can't find them, you need to call your provider's hotline and find out how to get them.
5. Below you are prompted to specify the username (in the line " Username"), password (on the line " Password"). You will also need to specify the ip-address of the server (in the line " VPN server"). All of the above data is provided to you by the provider (the organization that provided you with the Internet).

6. "Hostname" - any word in Latin, for example "Host".
7. After you have entered all the required data, click the " Apply".

Setting L2TP

Consider connection setup L2TP on the router ASUS RT-N12 VP B1.
1. Go to the menu in the tab " Internet".
2. AT " WAN connection type"choose" L2TP".
3. "Obtain WAN IP address automatically" and " Connect to DNS server automatically"choose" Yes".
4. Below you are prompted to specify the username (in the line " Username"), password (on the line " Password"). You will also need to specify the ip-address of the server (in the line " VPN server"). All of the above data is provided to you by the provider (the organization that provided you with the Internet).
All this data is usually prescribed in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you can't find them, you need to call your provider's hotline and find out how to get them.
5. "Hostname" - any word in Latin, for example "Host".
6. After you have entered all the required data, click the " Apply".

Setting up L2TP with a static IP address

Consider connection setup L2TP with static IP on the router ASUS RT-N12 VP B1.

1. Go to the menu in the tab " Internet".
2. AT " WAN connection type"choose" L2TP".
3. Since the connection uses a static ip address, we set " Not" against " Obtain WAN IP address automatically" and " Connect to DNS server automatically".
4. Specify the ip-address of the server (in the line " IP address"), subnet mask (in line " Subnet mask"), default gateway (on line " Main gate") and DNS (in line " DNS server 1" and " DNS server 2").
All of the above data is provided to you by the provider (the organization that provided you with the Internet).
All this data is usually prescribed in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you can't find them, you need to call your provider's hotline and find out how to get them.
5. Below you are prompted to specify the username (in the line " Username"), password (on the line " Password"). You will also need to specify the ip-address of the server (in the line " VPN server"). All of the above data is provided to you by the provider (the organization that provided you with the Internet).
All these data are also prescribed in the contract with the provider.
6. "Hostname" - any word in Latin, for example "Host".
7. After you have entered all the required data, click the " Apply".

PPPOE setup

I bring to your attention Video instructions for setting up the type of connection PPPOE on the router ASUS RT-N12 VP B1 using the ASUS RT-N56U router as an example.

PPPOE on the router ASUS RT-N12 VP B1.
1. Go to the menu in the tab " Internet".
2. AT " WAN connection type"choose" PPPOE".
3. "Obtain WAN IP address automatically" and " Connect to DNS server automatically"choose" Yes".
4. Below you are prompted to specify the username (in the line " Username"), password (on the line " Password". All of the above data is provided to you by the provider (the organization that provided you with the Internet).
All this data is usually prescribed in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you can't find them, you need to call your provider's hotline and find out how to get them.
5. After you have entered all the required data, click the " Apply".

Setting up PPPOE with a static IP address

Consider connection setup PPPOE with static IP address on the router ASUS RT-N12 VP B1.
Typically, a static IP address is provided to legal entities, or as an additional service to the basic tariff for individuals.
1. Go to the menu in the tab " Internet".
2. AT " WAN connection type"choose" PPPOE".
3. Since the connection uses a static ip address, we set " Not" against " Obtain WAN IP address automatically" and " Connect to DNS server automatically".
4. Specify the ip-address of the server (in the line " IP address"), subnet mask (in line " Subnet mask"), default gateway (on line " Main gate") and DNS (in line " DNS server 1" and " DNS server 2").
All of the above data is provided to you by the provider (the organization that provided you with the Internet).
All this data is usually prescribed in the contract with the provider. If for some reason you can't find them, you need to call your provider's hotline and find out how to get them.
5. Below you are prompted to specify the username (in the line " Username"), password (on the line " Password"). All of the above data is provided to you by the provider (the organization that provided you with the Internet).
All these data are also prescribed in the contract with the provider.
6. After you have entered all the required data, click the " Apply".

Connecting a computer to wi-fi

After connecting and configuring the router, you need to connect the computer to a wireless network (wi-fi), consider connecting to wi-fi in two operating systems, these are Windows 7 and Windows 10:

Windows 7

Video instruction

1.

2. Sultan

3. Check the box next to " Connect automatically" and press
"Connection".

4. Specify " Security keyOK".

5.

Windows 10

Video instruction

1. In the lower right corner of the desktop we find the icon for the wireless network (wi-fi), click on it with the left mouse button.

2. A window pops up with a list of available wireless networks. We select a wireless network, in my case it is a network " Sultanova"(You choose the network whose name was given when).

3. Check the box next to " Connect automatically" and press
"connect".

4. Specify " Security key"this is the wireless network password that you specified when. After you have specified the key, press " Further".

5. We wait, perhaps a couple of seconds, and you are connected to your wireless network.

Setting up a router is something that intimidates most inexperienced users. But this fear is completely unjustified. Modern routers are very easy to set up. Now we will prove this by considering the process of setting up the ASUS RT-N12 router. This manual is also suitable for modifications ASUS RT-N12 VP, ASUS RT-N12 D1 and ASUS RT-N12E.

Preparing to configure the ASUS RT-N12 router

Before you start setting up the ASUS RT-N12 router, you need to connect it correctly. Fortunately, connecting the router is very simple. The first thing you need to do is connect the router to the power supply. After that, connect the cable from your Internet provider to the WAN port of the router. On the ASUS RT-N12 router, this port is marked in blue (photo below).

You also need to connect your computer to one of the yellow LAN ports (photo below). To connect the computer, use the network cable that comes with the kit.

Another important point. Your computer must be using automatic IP address acquisition. In most cases, that's exactly what it is. But, before you start setting up the router, it’s better to go in and check so that you don’t get distracted by such trifles later.

To do this, after connecting the router, go along the path: Start - Control Panel - Network and Internet - Network and Sharing Center - Local Area Connection - Properties - Properties for the IPv4 component. In this window, automatic acquisition of IP and DNS addresses should be selected.

Automatic configuration of ASUS RT-N12 router

In order to start the automatic configuration of the ASUS RT-N12 router, simply open the browser. If you have correctly connected all the cables to the router, then the automatic configuration should itself appear in the browser window. If such a window appears in the browser window, as in the screenshot below, then everything is fine. Click on the "Go" button and continue configuring the router in automatic mode. If, for some reason, the automatic configuration did not start, then enter 192.168.1.1 in the address bar of the browser and the page with the automatic configuration of the router should appear. If the router has already been configured before, then you can start automatic configuration using the "Quick Internet Setup" button in the web interface.

After clicking on the “Go” button, a page for setting a password will appear. Here you need to choose a new password to enter the router. This password will have to be entered every time you want to change the router settings. Therefore, you need to choose something that will be easy for you to remember. The password should not be too short or too simple. Enter the password and click on the "Next" button in order to proceed to the next step of automatic configuration.

Next, the router will start automatically detecting the type of connection. Depending on your ISP's connection method, this step may be automatic or a window will appear requiring you to enter connection data. In our case, the connection type was determined automatically. It should be noted that in some cases, the definition of the connection type may be wrong and select the wrong type of connection that is needed. But, it can always be fixed manually.

The next step is to set up the Wi-Fi network. Here you only need to enter the name of your Wi-Fi network (you can leave it just ASUS or enter any other name) and the password to access Wi-Fi (network key). The rest of the settings will be set automatically by the router. By default, the WPA2-Personal AES security method is used. This method of protection is optimal for home use. Therefore, in most cases, no manual adjustments are required after the completion of the automatic adjustment.

This completes the automatic configuration of the ASUS RT-N12 router. Information about the current settings will appear on the screen. Here, simply click on the "Next" button.

After clicking on the "Next" button, a window will open asking you to enter a username and password to enter the router. Enter the login admin (the login did not change during the automatic configuration stage) and the password you chose. After entering the login and password, the web interface of the router will appear on the screen.

Manual configuration of ASUS RT-N12 router

After automatic setup is complete, you should test the Internet on your computer. If the Internet is available, then no additional manual configuration is needed. Everything that was required of you in terms of setting up the router, you have already done at the stage of automatic configuration.

But, quite often there are situations when, after the automatic configuration is completed, the Internet does not work. The most common problems are incorrect detection or configuration of the connection type and binding to the MAC. We will now consider both of these cases.

Internet connection type setting

In order to manually configure the type of Internet connection, you need to go to the "Internet" settings section. The link to this section of settings is located in the left side menu of the web interface, in the "Additional settings" section.

In the "Internet" section, you can configure all the settings that relate to your Internet connection. Different ISPs use different settings. Therefore, you should check with your ISP's technical support about which settings you need to use.

The most important thing is not to make a mistake with the choice of connection type (highlighted in red in the screenshot below). After selecting the connection type, the list of available settings changes. Therefore, if you correctly specify the type of connection, then further configuration will be much easier for you. For example, we demonstrate how the settings for the Beeline Internet provider should look like (see the screenshot below).

MAC address setting

Not infrequently, the automatic configuration of the ASUS RT-N12 router correctly determines the type of connection, but the Internet still does not work due to the fact that the Internet provider is tied to a different MAC address. In order to solve this problem, you need to change the MAC address in the router settings.

To do this, you need to go to the same “Internet” settings section that we talked about above. At the very bottom of the "Internet" page there is a "MAC address" field in which you can enter the MAC address that your Internet provider is associated with.

If the ISP is tied to the MAC address of the computer from which you are setting up, then you can simply click on the "Clone MAC" button. In this case, the router will automatically copy the desired MAC address and you just have to click on the "Apply" button.

The Asus RT-N12 router is a reliable router for creating a local wireless network. Consider how this router model is configured for popular Internet providers: Beeline, Rostelecom, Dom.ru, etc.

Please note that this instruction is only suitable for routers with firmware version 3.0.x.x installed (black interface). If your router model uses a different firmware version (1.x.x.x or 2.x.x.x, blue-blue interface), the settings will be slightly different. So, let's start setting up the router.

Connecting an Asus RT-N12 router

The first step is to connect the device to a computer or laptop. Many users make the mistake of first installing the router in a certain place, and only then connecting it to the computer. This is the wrong approach. It is much easier to set up a router by connecting it directly to a computer, and only then putting it in any convenient place.

First, we connect the router to a 220V electrical network. To do this, use the power supply that comes with the device. Then we connect the ISP cable to the WAN port located on the back of the router. Its color is different from other ports that are also on this panel. Four connectors of the same color are LAN ports designed to connect the router to other devices.

Connection to a computer is carried out precisely through the “LAN” port, using a patch cord (patch cord), which is included with the device. We connect the cable to one of the LAN ports, and connect its other end to the computer's network card.

Before proceeding with the settings of the router, it is recommended to reset its settings to the factory settings. To do this, press the "Reset" button and hold it for 10 seconds. This button is very small and is located in a recess on the device panel, so you will need a match, a needle or a tube of ballpoint pen paste to press it. After pressing the button, all indicators located on the front panel should light up simultaneously. The device will then reboot.

After the reboot, go to the router settings interface. As with all Asus routers, you can enter your personal account in the standard way. In the address bar of any Internet browser, enter the IP address of the router and go to the authorization window. In the "Username" and "Password" fields, enter the default values: "admin" and "admin". Then press "Enter" or the "Submit" button.

After that, the device will prompt you to automatically configure the router. But if you want to understand how the setup process works, decline this option and manually configure the router. To do this, click on the icon in the form of a house, located in the upper right corner. You will be taken to the main setup page.

The first thing you need to determine is the type of connection your ISP is using. The type of connection is usually specified in the contract for the supply of Internet services. All the necessary settings are also registered there. If you have lost your copy of the contract, contact technical support and they will provide you with all the necessary parameters.

In the router settings interface, we find the "Internet" item in the left column. Consider how to connect a dynamic IP address. This type of connection is used by such providers as Rostelecom Udmurtia, TDK-Ural, Volya, Kyivstar. Setting up a dynamic IP is very easy. It is enough to select the "Automatic IP" option in the "Type of WAN connection" drop-down list and set "Yes" in the "Enable WAN", "Enable NAT" and "Enable UPnP" fields. The last item is necessary for correct work with file hosting services.

Some ISPs use MAC address binding. If this applies to your service provider, fill in the "MAC Address" field. As a rule, there you need to specify the address of the device on which you are configuring the router. Click the "Clone MAC" button, and the address of your computer or laptop will appear in the field. To save the settings, click the "Accept" button.

Providers Rostelecom, Dom.ru, TTK and a number of others use a PPPoE connection. If you use one of these companies, select "PPPoE" from the WAN Connection Type list. By analogy with the previous paragraph, we put dots opposite the word "Yes" in the three lower fields. Now the most important point - fill in the fields in the "Account Settings" section. We prescribe the login and password that are specified in your contract with the service provider. If the provider uses binding to the MAC address, clone it or specify it manually. Save the changes by clicking the "Accept" button.

The popular Russian Internet provider Beeline uses the L2TP connection type. When setting up a wi-fi network for Beeline, in the "Type of WAN connection" list, select the "L2TP" option. We turn on WAN, NAT and UPnP, specify the login and password for the account. Fill in the "VPN server" field, specifying the value "tp.beeline.internet.ru". Press the "Accept" button.

Also, this router model is suitable for setting up IPTV - digital television. True, you can not configure IPTV for all providers. The Asus RT-N12 model has a limited configuration interface, which does not have a VLAN ID item. If your provider requires this identifier to be specified, the Asus RT-N12 router will not be suitable for setting up digital television.

Setting up IPTV on this router is carried out according to the following algorithm: go to the main menu and select the “LAN” (“Local Area Network”) item in the left column. Open the drop-down list "Select IPTV-STB port" and select the port to which your IPTV set-top box will be connected. Press the "Accept" button.
And finally, let's look at how to connect wi-fi on the Asus RT-N12 router. In the "Advanced Settings" section, find the "Wireless Network" item. Go to the "General" tab.

Here you need to fill in the "SSID" field, indicating the name of the network that will be displayed during the search. You can choose any name and write it down as a combination of numbers and Latin letters. Then go to the "Authentication Method" list and select the "WPA2-Personal" option there. Enter the password for your network in the WPA Preshared Key field.

The password can be a combination of numbers and letters (minimum 8 characters). Click the "Accept" button and save the changes. We reboot the device by clicking on the reboot button, which is located above the setup interface. Restarting the router will take 2-3 minutes. This is the last step in configuring the router, after rebooting the device is ready for use.

ASUS has long earned worldwide recognition as a manufacturer of high-quality computer equipment. One of the areas of activity of the enterprise is the production of network devices. The ASUS RT N12 VP router model occupies the first places in popularity among the routers of this brand. How to set up this device correctly? This review will help you find out!

The router can be configured for any provider

Very often, users install an ASUS router somewhere in the corner of the apartment, and only then think about how to properly configure the equipment to work via Wi-Fi. Experts recommend setting up by directly connecting to a PC, and only then transfer it somewhere. The connection process is no different from connecting other routers to a PC:

• provide ASUS RT-N12 VP with power (plug into a power outlet);
• insert the provider's cable into the port, which is different in color from the others;
• connect the computer and your router with a wire (included with the device) (we insert one end into the network card, the other into any of the ports of the N12 VP router).

Now everything is ready for further configuration of the router.

Reset

To set up your router, it's important to reset it to factory defaults first. Use a match or a toothpick - it will allow you to get to the reset button (a small key planted deep in the device). Hold down the button for ten seconds. All indicators on the ASUS RT N12 VP panel should light up. After that, the router should reboot itself.

Login to the interface

Configuration is carried out in the web interface. It is easy to get into it - in the address bar of any browser you like, write the line 192.168.1.1. After such manipulations, you will see a window with fields for the name and password. You need to enter the data standard for any router (admin / admin). Confirm your decision by pressing Enter.

Internet settings

An overview of the window that appears will help you understand the basic settings. It is desirable to perform all manipulations in order, so we will immediately discard the quick settings mode. Go to the home (main) page of the router menu. Depending on the specific firmware, you may need to press the "Next" key.

To be able to use the Internet, you need to properly configure the ASUS RT N12 VP connection. To do this, specify the type of connection, and also enter the information provided by the provider. The most useful data is indicated in the contract, which is issued by the operating company. In case of loss of such a document, contact technical support - they will help you.

The router settings look like this:

• incl. WAN - YES;
• type - WAN connection;
• incl. UPnP - YES;
• IP - automatic (or dynamic);
• incl. NAT - YES.

UPnP is needed for the normal functioning of the file sharing service through the ASUS RT N12 VP router. Some providers bind user computers to a specific MAC address. If such information is in the contract, it must also be entered in the field provided for this. Don't forget to fill in the Username/Password in the account settings. The decision to save the changed information is confirmed by pressing the "Accept" button, after which the Internet setup is considered completed.

Actions may differ (it all depends on the specific provider), but the general principle remains the same. The only difference is the type of connection used (for Beeline - L2TP).

WiFi setup

Making ASUS RT N12 VP a router with which the Internet will be distributed to other devices is also not difficult. So, Wi-Fi on the n12vp router is configured in the "Wireless Network" section. Enter the following parameters in the "General" item:

• SSID - network name (you need to enter any name that will help distinguish your network from your neighbor's);
• WPA key - create a strong password for your Wi-Fi;
• authentication method - WPA2-Personal;
• save your changes.