Question 1

Does it give you the option to use it as an access point?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it can be used as an access point. I am using it as an access point.

Question 2

can the antennas be removed ?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the antennas can be removed, but the more of them that are removed the slower the Wi-Fi signal.

Question 3

Can a user verify that the ethernet ports are indeed gigabit? My current Asus router had only 100 mbit ports even though it is a 802 AC capable router.

Accepted Answer

Yes. 100%. I had the same issue with a prior asus router, so I thoroughly tested my network after buying this one.

Question 4

what is the max download speed for devices connected through ethernet will this router handle 500 download and 30 upload speeds?

Accepted Answer

It's a MIMO 2x2 with dual bands, in theory you could get 867 Mbps on the 5 Ghz band and 400 Mbps on the 2.4 Ghz band. To achieve those numbers you'll need a wifi device that is also capable of those types of connection speeds, as well as the perfect download test point. If you're paying for 500 Mbps service, this router will be more than sufficient for streaming in a smaller space. The farther away from the router and more obstructions of course you will have signal degradation and lose those higher speeds.

Question 5

Is this model equipped with built-in VPN server capabilities such as OpenVPN?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the standard Asus firmware includes openvpn both server and client. I use openvpn to get access to my internal network while away from home.

Question 6

Does this have a switch or something to easily turn off wi-fi when I just want to only run an ethernet connection?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can choose not to enable radio for each of the wireless bands under the professional wireless settings.

Question 7

how much is this wifi a month or is it just a one buy thing?

Accepted Answer

Adding wifi with a wireless router to your existing network is not “usually” an extra charge if you already have wired internet access. It will depend on your local internet provider.

Question 8

Would this router provide coverage into my yard (3400 sq ft home) with being located in the basement? This is my current issue with my router we are using now.

Accepted Answer

General Rule; Most newer routers have about an average of 150 foot radius using 802.11 n 2.4GHz (802.11 ac 5GHz is Less Range), that is at full strength, NO WALLS or Obstacles.  Adding a few walls or upstairs/downstairs between you and the router usually knocks the signal strength down half or more. ALWAYS have one router per floor.
I have a single story 1900 sq foot home and run two routers, this AC1300 and an AC3200.  The AC3200 is in the center of our home and the AC1300 (Access Point) is closer to the back of our home and covers our backyard great.  I recommend connecting at 2.4GHz outdoors if you are lacking signal strength.

Setting this router up as an Access Point is extremely easy.
Hope this helps.

Question 9

Can Ichange the ssid and password?

Accepted Answer

Hello,

Thank you for contacting us in regards to your question.

Yes, you can with the software it comes with.

Thank you, 
Newegg Support

Question 10

does this have asus aimesh?

Accepted Answer

No

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