ASUS DSL-AC56U IEEE 802.11ac ADSL2+, VDSL2, Ethernet, Cellular Modem/Wireless Router

DSL-AC56U

This product has been discontinued by the manufacturer

Please visit

ASUS Wireless Routers

for alternative options.

Description

  • Concurrent Dual Band: 867Mbps on 5GHz and 300Mbps on 2.4GHz
  • Two WAN ports for DSL and Ethernet offer double the choice - wireless router or DSL modem
  • Compatible with VDSL2, ADSL2/2+, ADSL, fiber and cable services for complete future-proofing
  • Gigabit Ethernet ports for the fastest, most reliable internet performance
  • Dual multi-purpose USB ports support file sharing, printer sharing, media streaming and 3G/4G support
  • VDSL/ADSL WAN multi service for IPTV support
  • PPTP VPN server and VPN client support
  • Download Master and enhanced media server let you download and stream anywhere
  • ASUS AiCloud lets you access, sync, share and stream data anywhere

Future-proofed versatility with 802.11ac wireless speeds

The ASUS DSL-AC56U is a ADSL/VDSL 802.11ac 2x2 Wi-Fi modem router, with combined dual-band data rates of up to 1167Mbps. On the 5GHz band, 802.11ac gives 867Mbps wireless data rates, while 2.4 GHz 802.11n performance supports 300Mbps. Compatible with ADSL2/2+, ADSL, VDSL2, fiber and cable services, the top specification completes future-proofing.
ASUS AiRadar enhances the Wi-Fi stability and improves coverage up to 150%*. Most importantly, the universal beamforming not only works on 802.11ac clients, but also 802.11a/b/g/n clients. Equipped with powerful hardware NAT acceleration and built-in Gigabit Ethernet, the DSL-AC56U gives you full Gigabit internet performance, with a WAN-to-LAN throughput performance of over 900 Mbps.
Two USB 2.0 ports allow the DSL-AC56U to share printers and scanners over a network, and it can also operate as high-speed NAS (Network Attached Storage) device when external storage is connected.
The easy-to-use ASUSWRT graphical user interface unlocks the power of the DSL-AC56U giving robust control to optimize your network for you. 30-second set-up and easy traffic management means even network newbies can enjoy its sophisticated features, while power users will love its Download Master, IPv6 support, multiple wireless SSIDs and secure VPN access.

Enhanced signal range and stability

ASUS AiRadar intelligently improves wireless connections by using exclusive ASUS RF fine-tuning. This ensures extended coverage, dynamic data speed increases, and enhanced stability.

Total flexibility with DSL, Ethernet or 3G/4G LTE Internet connections

DSL-AC56U has multiple ways to connect to the Internet, with a choice of DSL, Ethernet or 3G/4G LTE*. You can use DSL-AC56U as a DSL modem Wi-Fi router or a standalone Wi-Fi router according to your needs. And with the ability to switch instantly between connections if one fails (and switch back again when it's fixed) or combine multiple connections for more bandwidth, it's perfect for reliable, always-on internet connectivity. *Requires compatible USB dongle

Gigabit Internet browsing with hardware NAT

Equipped with a powerful hardware NAT acceleration engine and built-in Gigabit Ethernet, the DSL-AC56U gives you full Gigabit performance. Its WAN-to-LAN throughput performance is over 900 Mbps, which is more than 4.5 times that of traditional software-based NAT Gigabit routers. This reduces the possibility of bottlenecks on fast internet connections.

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

Make DSL-AC56U your media and device center. With built-in two USB 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.

Specifications

General Information

Manufacturer:
ASUS Computer International
Manufacturer Website Address:
http://www.asus.com/au
Brand Name:
Asus
Product Model:
DSL-AC56U
Product Name:
DSL-AC56U 802.11ac Dual-Band VDSL/ADSL Modem Router
Product Type:
Modem/Wireless Router

Wireless Specifications

Broadband Transmission Technology:
  • ADSL2+
  • VDSL2
  • Ethernet
  • Cellular
Wi-Fi Standard:
  • IEEE 802.11ac
ISM Band:
Yes
UNII Band:
Yes
ISM Maximum Frequency:
2.40 GHz
UNII Maximum Frequency:
5 GHz
Cellular Generation:
4G
Cellular Data Connectivity Technology:
  • LTE
Total Number of Antennas:
4
Number of Internal Antennas:
4
Wireless Transmission Speed:
1167 Mbit/s

Interfaces/Ports

Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports:
4
USB:
Yes
PoE Port:
No
Number of Broadband (RJ-45) Ports:
1

Network & Communication

Ethernet Technology:
  • Gigabit Ethernet
VPN Supported:
Yes

Physical Characteristics

Form Factor:
Desktop
Height:
66 mm
Width:
205 mm
Depth:
147 mm
Weight (Approximate):
400 g

Miscellaneous

Package Contents:
  • DSL-AC56U 802.11ac Dual-Band VDSL/ADSL Modem Router
  • RJ-11 cable
  • Support CD(User manual and utility)
  • Power adapter
  • Warranty card
  • Quick start guide
  • Splitter (varies with regions)