Asus RT-N66U is positioned by the manufacturer as a home router with broad capabilities. This model is characterized by a high data transfer rate.
Equipment
Those familiar with Asus products, when looking at the box, immediately realize the importance of its contents. The point is that the best Asus devices are always packed in big colorful boxes. Looking into the box, you will see:
Appearance
The Asus RT-N66U has a classic, discreet design. The body of the device is made of matte plastic with a relief surface, which is very practical. This router does not have to be hidden under the table or somewhere else. It will perfectly fit into almost any interior. Moreover, the set includes a removable stand. By the way, this model is quite stable due to its considerable weight.
The front panel of the device is matte, pleasant to the touch. At the top of the panel there is an inscription "Asus", and at the bottom - designations of indicators of operation, modes, ports, etc. In addition to the standard indicators for power and network ports, there are indicators that indicate the operation of connected USB devices.
On the side faces, as well as on the bottom, cooling grilles are provided to ensure the outflow of heated air. In addition to ventilation, the bottom panel has four rubber inserts and elements for attaching the stand.
All ports and control buttons are collected on the back of the router. If you use a router with a stand, then this is no longer the reverse, but the upper side. Anyway. So, here are:
Hardware Capabilities
One of the most productive routers from Asus today boasts powerful hardware and versatility. The router is equipped with a dual Wi-Fi module operating at a total speed of up to 900 megabits per second (450x2) and providing two independent networks at 2.4 and 5 gigahertz.
The Asus RT-N66U has a WPS function. That is, three external antennas support the technology of focusing the signal in the direction of the connected wireless devices, thereby improving the quality of the connection.
All cable ports of the router operate at speeds up to 1 gigabit per second, and this is the real bandwidth of the device. I think everyone understands that the final performance depends not only on the router, but also on the devices connected to it.
A WiFi network can combine two bands to create a high-speed network (up to 900 megabits / sec). True, this only works with Asus devices that support 900n technology. Asus RT-N66U can act as a wireless router or wireless access point. Due to two USB ports, you can connect 2 flash drives to the router at once. Also, the user can connect a printer.
One of the main features of this model is the ability to act as a full-fledged file server. To do this, you need to connect an external drive and configure access to it accordingly. Another function of Asus RT-N66U is downloading files from the Internet without a computer using direct links or torrents.
Impression
The Asus RT-N66U is one of the most functional routers today, not only among Asus products, but also on the market as a whole. Its functionality goes beyond the reach of the average home user, but that doesn't mean it will be awkward to use. The menus and settings are intuitive.In general, we can safely recommend this model for purchase.
