Asus ZenWiFi XD6 Dual-Band AX5400 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 6 System 2 Pack (White). Asus zenwifi xd6

What PB Tech customers are saying about this product.

“Covers the whole house, everything works faster, is more slimline.”

“Great product, high internet speeds and easy to install.”

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Features

Whole-home Coverage

The ZenWiFi XD6 system consists of a pair of Asus AX5400 Wi-Fi 6 routers, featuring unique technologies that give you superfast, reliable and secure Wi-Fi connections. inside or outside your home!

Smart Flexible Backhaul Configuration

Asus ZenWiFi XD6 gives you alternative backhaul options: Ethernet and Wi-Fi. The router intelligently chooses the most reliable method for you based on connection quality. If you prefer, you can also manually choose the type of backhaul connection.

Wi-Fi 6

ZenWiFi XD6 puts your Wi-Fi into top gear! With a total bandwidth of up to 5400 Mbps, it’s up to 2.2X faster than Wi-Fi 5 routers.

Easier-than-ever Setup

-3-step setup with the Asus Router app-One-time setup, with auto synchronization for all the hubs in each package-Hassle-free: each unit can work as the main router or an extender node

Make the Internet a Safer Place for Everyone

AiProtection Pro with Advanced Parental Controls is free for life. It gives you total peace of mind, and you can keep an eye on everything that’s happening on your network via the mobile app.

AiMesh Technology

Even non-experts can quickly set up AiMesh technology, while more experienced users will appreciate the comprehensive advanced networking features.

Specifications

IEEE 802.11aIEEE 802.11bIEEE 802.11gWiFi 4 (802.11n)Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)IPv4IPv6

AX5400 ultimate AX performance : 5744804 Mbps

802.11a : up to 54 Mbps802.11b : up to 11 Mbps802.11g : up to 54 MbpsWiFi 4 (802.11n) (1024QAM) : up to 500 MbpsWiFi 5 (802.11ac) (1024QAM) : up to 4333 MbpsWiFi 6 (802.11ax) (2.4GHz) : up to 574 MbpsWiFi 6 (802.11ax) (5GHz) : up to 4808 Mbps

OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access)1024-QAM high data rate20/40/80/160 MHz bandwidth

RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for WAN x 1, RJ45 for Gigabits BaseT for LAN x 3

AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz)DC Output : 12 V with max. 2 A current

ZenWiFi XD6RJ-45 cablePower adapterWarranty cardQuick start guide

Content may vary in different regions and packages.

AiMesh : YesPrimary AiMesh router : YesAiMesh node : Yes

Game Boost/acceleration : NoWTFast : No

AiProtection : AiProtection ProRouter Security Assessment : YesMalicious site blocking : YesTwo-Way IPS : YesInfected Device Prevention and Blocking : Yes

Parental Control : YesParental Control Customized Internet schedule : Yes

Adaptive QoS : YesBandwidth Monitor : YesBandwidth limiter : YesMaximum Bandwidth limiter rule : 32Traditional QoS : YesMaximum Traditional QoS rule : 32Traffic Monitor : YesReal-time traffic monitor : YesWired Traffic Monitor : YesWireless Traffic Monitor : YesTraffic Analyzer : YesWebsite history : Yes

IPv6 : YesMU-MIMO : YesUTF-8 SSID : YesGuest Network : YesMaximum Guest Network rule : 9Guest Network Connection time limit : YesGuest Network Encryption : WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-EnterpriseWPS : YesWi-Fi MAC address filter : YesMaximum MAC filters : 64Wireless scheduler : YesAirtime fairness : YesRADIUS Server : NoUniversal beamforming : YesExplicit beamforming : Yes

Internet connection Type : PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, Automatic IP, Static IPDual WAN : YesWAN Aggregation : No3G/4G LTE dongle : NoAndroid tethering : NoPort forwarding : YesMaximum port forwarding rule : 64Port triggering : YesDMZ : YesDDNS : YesLet’s Encrypt : Yes

DHCP Server : YesIGMP snooping : YesIPTV : YesLAN Link Aggregation : YesManually assign IP address : YesMaximum manually assign IP address rule : 64

VPN Client L2PT : YesVPN Client OVPN : YesVPN Client PPTP : YesVPN Server IPSec : YesVPN Server OVPN : YesVPN Server PPTP : Yes

HDD hibernation : NoSafely Remove disk : NoAiCloud : NoDownload master : NoAiDisk : NoMedia Server : NoTime Machine : NoSamba Server : NoFTP Server : NoShared Folder privileges : No

Operating mode : Wireless router modeRange extender modeAccess point modeMedia bridge modeOperating system : ASUSWRTFree OS upgrade : YesFirewall : YesMaximum Firewall keyword filter : 64Maximum Firewall network service filter : 32Maximum Firewall URL filter : 64Wake on LAN (WOL) : YesSSH : YesConfiguration backup and restore : YesDiagnosis tools : YesFeedback system : YesSystem log : Yes

Product Dimensions with antennas (LWH) mm

Gift Box Dimension (LWH) mm

Warranty: 12 months Warranty period is as stated above unless the manufacturer has chosen to specify a longer period. All warranties are return to base unless otherwise specified.

Do you own this product?

Heavy on the marketing

This is a pretty average access point. It works mostly, as long as you have quite simple expectations. The web UI has a lot of bugs that make features unavailable for no good reason. For example, in AP mode you can’t supply your own HTTPS certificate because the section of the config is hidden. Luckily if you manually enter the correct URL then you can get it to it. I found you can’t operate a WPA2 PSK on 2.5 GHz and WPA 2 enterprise on 5 GHz, again due to a UI bug. The tech support is as unhelpful as ever, only reading about the first 10 words of the problem, asking redundant questions and just resorting to asking you to factory reset, which. view more This is a pretty average access point. It works mostly, as long as you have quite simple expectations. The web UI has a lot of bugs that make features unavailable for no good reason. For example, in AP mode you can’t supply your own HTTPS certificate because the section of the config is hidden. Luckily if you manually enter the correct URL then you can get it to it. I found you can’t operate a WPA2 PSK on 2.5 GHz and WPA 2 enterprise on 5 GHz, again due to a UI bug. The tech support is as unhelpful as ever, only reading about the first 10 words of the problem, asking redundant questions and just resorting to asking you to factory reset, which if course, doesn’t help. Again, I worked out if you “view source” and manually add the rectory option to a drop down it will save and work, so it’s not a technical limitation. Some features don’t really work. Pinning a device to a specific node doesn’t work. Optimisation is basically useless. I thought this would improve my connection stability but it’s made it worse. My Oculus Quest 2 now randomly disconnects because it’s jumping to a node on the other side of the house, even though it’s right next to one. Connection is worse than the rubbish slingshot router. I don’t know if this is a problem typical with mesh in general, or Asus in particular. The first Asus router I bought 15 years ago was a bit of rebadged trash, and I’m not really sure things have improved. Not worth the money, buy TP-Link or netgear.

Asus ZenWiFi XD6 Mesh FlashRouter 2-Pack

All conditions qualify for our Free 1 Year Open Source Warranty and our 30 Day Satisfaction Guarantee.

Can My Router Be Preconfigured With My VPN Information?

Plug and Play VPN Support

Yes, you can! Unlike other VPN Router providers, FlashRouters is proud to offer free VPN service integration with any purchase. Simply select CONNECT TO VPN FOR ME under VPN. PRECONFIGURATION.

To receive a plug-and-play-with-VPN device, you will need to provide our team with the credentials from your VPN provider subscription.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

-This is not required but recommended for users who wish to have the simplest, most seamless experience when the FlashRouter arrives. You can always change the password when the device arrives if you wish as well.

-The Privacy Hero Router can not be preconfigured but set up is simple and our technicians are here to help if you need it.

Is a VPN Subscription included?

We offer discounted NordVPN 1 Year and ExpressVPN 1 Month Free Trial subscriptions with select FlashRouters.

For all other VPNs, you would need to sign up for one separately, directly from a provider.

Need assistance in finding a VPN Provider? Please visit our recent VPN Provider Best Seller List.

If you return your router you will be charged the full price of the Nord subscription

What does the warranty cover?

Our complimentary 1-year hardware warranty does not include tech support outside. If your router suffers hardware failure within 365 days from the date you received the unit, then we will gladly replace your router with another fully tested one. For more information regarding our warranty and return policy, please check out our warranty and return section.

Is a FlashRouter compatible with my ISP?

FlashRouters work with all domestic and international Internet Service Providers (ISPs). You just have to connect your FlashRouter to your ISP modem/router, you can find out more information by clicking this link.

I already have a router. Can I have it upgraded?

If you already own this router we can remotely flash it for you! Please head over to the Flash My Router section of our website to see which plan works best for you.

Can my FlashRouter be wired only?

Yes! All FlashRouters have LAN ports that allow you to plug directly into them, in addition you can turn off Wi-Fi for a wired only internet set up.

Can you flash a mesh router?

We can flash Asus Zen Wi-Fi mesh routers. We sell the Zen Wi-Fi XD6 but you can hook up any mesh system directly into your FlashRouter so all traffic is tunneled through a VPN. It would look something like this:

How much does shipping cost?

Domestic Customers:

• Ground Shipping 3-10 Day Delivery (vary by delivery location)
• 20 Flat Rate Express 2-3 Day shipping.

International Customers:

• Priority Flat Rate Shipping (est. 4-10 day delivery)

• Australia
• Austria
• Belgium
• Canada
• China
• Colombia
• Denmark
• France
• Germany
• Hong Kong
• Ireland
• Israel
• Italy
• Japan
• Mexico
• Netherlands
• New Zealand
• Norway
• Poland
• Qatar
• Saudi Arabia
• Singapore
• South Africa
• South Korea
• Spain
• Sweden
• Switzerland
• Thailand
• United Arab Emirates
• United Kingdom

Remote locations may be higher

How fast do you ship?

We aim to ship your purchase within 1-2 business days from the original order date.

Once an order is placed, we configure the VPN settings on the router based on your requests.

There may be a delay of up to 24 hours if our configuration team is unable to configure your router as requested. In these cases, our support team will reach out to you in an attempt to find a solution. If the team does not hear back from you within 24 hours they will ship out the unit to avoid further delays. Keep in mind our support team will be available to assist if you have any setup issues once you receive your router.

Can you ship to my country?

We ship to almost all countries around the world with some exclusions. If you would like to ship to any of these excluded countries, we recommend using PayPal and a Freight forwarding service such as Aramex, MyUS, or Shipito.

Another option if you are located in a country we do not ship to is to purchase a compatible router locally that we can flash remotely to DD-WRT firmware for you via our Flash My Router plan. A full list of compatible routers are listed there.

We ship to the following countries:

Aland Islands	Falkland Islands	Monaco	Sweden
Albania	Faroe Islands	Mongolia	Switzerland
American Samoa	Fiji	Montenegro	Taiwan, Province of China
Andorra	Finland	Montserrat	Thailand
Anguilla	France	Morocco	Timor-Leste
Antarctica	French Guiana	Nepal	Tonga
Antigua Barbados	French Polynesia	Netherlands	Trinidad Tobago
Argentina	French Southern Territories	New Caledonia	Turkey
Armenia	Georgia	New Zealand	Turks Caicos Islands
Aruba	Germany	Nicaragua	Ukraine
Australia	Gibraltar	Norfolk Island	United Arab Emirates
Austria	Greece	Norfolk Mariana Islands	United Kingdom
Azerbaijan	Greenland	North Macedonia	United States
Bahamas	Grenada	Norway	Uruguay
Bahrain	Guadeloupe	Oman	U.S. Outlying Islands
Barbados	Guam	Pakistan	U.S. Virgin Islands
Belarus	Guatemala	Palau	Uzbekistan
Belgium	Guernsey	Panama	Vanuatu
Belize	Guinea	Papua New Guinea	Vatican City
Bermuda	Guyana	Paraguay	Venezuela
Bolivia	Haiti	Peru	Vietnam
Bouvet Island	Heard McDonald Islands	Pitcairn Islands	Yemen
British Indian Ocean Territory	Honduras	Philippines (DHL only)
British Virgin Islands	Hong Kong SAR China	Poland
Brunei	Hungary	Portugal
Bulgaria	Iceland	Qatar
Cambodia	Ireland	Reunion
Cameroon	Isle of Man	Romania
Canada	Israel	Samoa
Caribbean Netherlands	Italy	San Marino
Cayman Islands	Jamaica	Saudi Arabia
Chile	Japan	Serbia
China	Jersey	Singapore
Christmas Island	Jordan	Sint Maarten
Cocos (Keeling) Islands	Kazakhstan	Slovakia
Columbia	Kuwait	Slovenia
Cook Islands	Kyrgyzstan	South Africa
Costa Rica	Latvia	South Georgia South Sandwich Islands
Core d’Ivoire	Lebanon	South Korea
Croatia	Liechtenstein	Spain
Curaçao	Lithuania	Sri Lanka
Cyprus	Luxembourg	St Barthelemy
Czechia	Macao SAR China	St Helena
Denmark	Maldives	St Kitts Nevis
Dominica	Malta	St Lucia
Dominican Republic	Marshall Islands	St Martin
Ecuador	Martinique	St Pierre Miquelon
El Salvador	Mexico	St Vincent Grenadines
Equatorial Guinea	Micronesia	Suriname
Estonia	Moldova	Svalbard Jan Mayen

Known excluded countries are:

Afghanistan	Gambia	Nauru	Wallis Futuna
Algeria	Ghana	Niger	Western Sahara
Angola	Guinea-Bissau	Nigeria	Zambia
Bangladesh	India	Niue	Zimbabwe
Benin	Indonesia	North Korea
Bhutan	Iran	Palastinian Territories
Bosnia Herzegovina	Iraq	Russia
Botswana	Kenya	Rwanda
Brazil	Kiribati	Sao Tome Principe
Burkina Faso	Kosovo	Senegal
Burundi	Laos	Seychelles
Cape Verde	Lesotho	Sierra Leone
Central African Republic	Liberia	Solomon Islands
Chad	Libya	Somalia
Comoros	Madagascar	Sudan
Congo. Brazzaville	Malawi	Syria
Congo. Kinshasa	Malaysia	Tajikistan
Cuba	Mali	Tanzania
Djibouti	Mauritania	Togo
Egypt	Mauritius	Tokelau
Eritrea	Mayotte	Tunisia
Eswatini	Mozambique	Turkmenistan
Ethiopia	Myanmar (Burma)	Tuvalu
Gabon	Namibia	Uganda

What is a VPN?

VPN is an acronym for ‘Virtual Private Network’, historically used by private organizations to seamlessly link geographically diverse locations via the Internet. A VPN ‘tunnels’ traffic between two devices by transmitting it over a secure network. There are also clearly identifiable benefits to individual Internet users accessing a VPN.

• A VPN provides you with top-level security and privacy for all your Internet downloading, streaming and browsing. As long as you are signed into your VPN account, all data you transmit over the Internet is encrypted.
• A VPN encrypts your device by hiding the IP address assigned by your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and replacing it with the IP address of your choosing from the list of server locations belonging to your VPN provider. This masks your identity when visiting sites that geo-restricted content, and helps you avoid devious local Internet marketing and advertising schemes that track you through your IP address.

Is a VPN Subscription included?

We offer discounted NordVPN 1 Year and ExpressVPN 1 Month Free Trial subscriptions with select FlashRouters.

For all other VPNs, you would need to sign up for one separately, directly from a provider.

Need assistance in finding a VPN Provider? Please visit our recent VPN Provider Best Seller List.

If you return your router you will be charged the full price of the Nord subscription

Can I change my IP address to on in another country?

YES! The countries that you can change your IP address to depend on the offerings of your specific VPN providers. and server locations vary across all VPN providers.

If you choose to purchase a FlashRouter then you will not have to install any VPN client software on your computer to change your IP address; the VPN will already be configured within the router. Therefore, any device you plug into this FlashRouter is automatically assigned the IP address of your selected VPN server.

Should my FlashRouter replace my old router?

A FlashRouter will work as a standalone router by connecting your modem to its Wide Area Network (WAN) port, or using it in a Dual Router Network by connecting it to your existing router through a Local Area Network (LAN)/Ethernet port. Either way a FlashRouter can be configured to tunnel all traffic through the VPN server of your choosing.

If you would like to set up your Home Network so that some devices are being tunneled through a VPN server, and others are connecting to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) within your home country, then using your FlashRouter as an auxiliary device is recommended.

A FlashRouter will not replace your modem though but can be used along side it.

Will a FlashRouter speed up my connection?

FlashRouters are relatively new models that may enhance data transfers across your home network or extend the range of your Wireless signal. However, the speed at which you download or stream content can not exceed the speed of the connection you pay for through your ISP. Purchasing a FlashRouter or signing up for VPN service WILL NOT transform your regular connection into a high-speed broadband connection.

At the same time, if you do have a broadband connection, a FlashRouter with a VPN connection may slow down your transfer speeds due to the processor encrypting all of your data. In certain cases a FlashRouter with a VPN can also prevent throttling by an ISP of specific service like Netflix or Amazon Video.

Does the service plan renew?

All FR service plans automatically renew on a quarterly or annual basis based on the term initially purchased. A reminder e-mail will be sent one week prior to renewal. In your FlashRouter account panel, you can cancel the plan at any time to stop any further renewals.

Does the service plan include a VPN subscription?

A subscription to a VPN does not come with a Service plan. We offer discounted Nord VPN 1 Year and ExpressVPN 1 Month Free Trial subscriptions with select FlashRouters.

For all other VPNs, you would need to sign up for one separately, directly from a provider.

Need assistance in finding a VPN Provider? Please visit our recent VPN Provider Best Seller List.

Does FlashRouters offer phone support?

At this time, we do not provide phone support with our service plans. We have tested phone support for networking troubleshooting in the past but have found that on average caused us to help less customers in a less efficient manner.

However, with a purchase of a yearly Silver Plan or any Gold Service Plan, customers can schedule 1-on-1 remote support sessions via Teamviewer with our engineers and they will provide a hands-on, personal solution, to any problems you may be facing.

Can I purchase a router without a plan and subscribe later?

Yes, you may purchase a service plan at any time. However, we can’t guarantee any pricing, or apply any previously offered discounts or specific features at that later date.

Do I need a Service Plan for a firmware upgrade?

Firmware upgrades are free of charge to any FlashRouter customer!

You can visit our support center and select your specific router model to upgrade your firmware based on the recommendations provided.

If you want the help of our Support Team to assist in this upgrade, you can always sign up for our yearly Silver plan or any Gold Service Plan and schedule a 1-on-1 Teamviewer session in which our trained engineers will take care of the upgrade for you!

Recommended For: Max Wi-Fi Coverage (20-30 Simultaneous Connections)

Price Includes: Open Source Firmware Install, Open Source Warranty, 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee Custom Setup Guide

NOTE: VPN subscription NOT included with router purchase.

Want us to set up your VPN account? Add your VPN info during the checkout process.

Looking for a mesh router to revamp your underperforming Wi-Fi network? The Asus Zen Wi-Fi XD6 is the perfect option to take FULL advantage of the latest Wi-Fi 6/Wireless-AX ready devices.

Built-in support for the latest Wi-Fi 6 features, like expanded MU-MIMO and more efficient signal processing, creates a network ready to handle the modern home Internet demands: online gaming, 4K streaming video, and remote work requirements.

Get the best of both worlds! The AsusWRT Zen Wi-Fi XD6 adds upon your favorite stock firmware features, like Asus router mobile app management, Ai Protection Pro, and more. Plus, gain access to enhanced network reporting and visualization tools you won’t find anywhere else.

Special Features

• Banish Wi-Fi Dead Zone— Mesh Wi-Fi system with unique antenna placement delivers strong Wi-Fi to every corner of your home, providing total wireless speed of 5400Mbps.
• Hassle Free Control – 3 steps setup and easy management with Asus Router App
• Always Up-to-date Protection — The lifetime free Cloud-based security powered by Trend Micro makes sure your privacy on connected devices is protected.
• Parental Controls — URL filter and scheduling allow you to protect your family from inappropriate content and unhealthy Internet usage behavior.
• AiMesh Supported– Mix and match ZenWiFi with AiMesh-compatible routers to form powerful and flexible whole-home Wi-Fi system

All devices in an AiMesh network enjoy access to all the features of the main router, including gaming features, AiProtection commercial-grade security and more. Most Asus routers already support AiMesh. If there’s a disruption on any part of AiMesh network, self-healing capability immediately replaces a failed router using the remaining router connections. So your connection will not be disrupted and you don’t even notice a thing.

Features

US-Based Tech Service Team

Expert knowledge of the stability of open source firmware

Compatible with all ISP supported VPNs

Custom Firmware Upgrade On-Demand

Enterprise-level networking features at consumer price

Easy to Use

Making privacy open source as simple as possible

Asus ZenWiFi XD6 Review

Designed for high-performance Wi-Fi 6, the ZenWiFi XD6 is a dual-Band Wi-Fi system with AX5400 support. It is currently available for purchase for RM1499 for the twin pack, which according to Asus has a coverage area of up to 5400 square feet.

The ZenWiFi XD6 is an excellent choice for those who want more than just strong Wi-Fi coverage from their router. Because of the high-speed AX5400 Wi-Fi 6 radio, it is capable of delivering a fast Wi-Fi connection throughout the entire coverage area, which is particularly advantageous. In reality, the total system capacity can reach up to 5400Mbps in some cases.

The ZenWiFi XD6 is distinguished by its minimalistic and contemporary design, which makes it stand out from the crowd. In spite of my preference for black on the ZenWiFi XT8, I think the white color on the ZenWiFi XD6 is also quite attractive. The fine-brushed metallic finish, as well as the golden logo, really add to the sense of luxury of this piece.

Performance

The Wi-Fi performance of the ZenWiFi XD6 is excellent, whether used individually or as part of a mesh Wi-Fi system. Because of the powerful Wi-Fi radio and extremely stable operation of each unit, each unit provides excellent coverage. As a matter of fact, I believe that Asus should sell the ZenWiFi XD6 as a standalone router, as it will be an excellent choice for those looking for an aesthetically pleasing and high-performance router.

We will test only one ZenWiFi XD6 unit at a time to determine how good the actual Wi-Fi performance of each unit is before moving on to the mesh Wi-Fi speed test. ZenWiFi XD6 units are available for purchase here.

I can easily get over 800Mbps on my iPhone 12, which supports the Wi-Fi 6 technology when I’m only a short distance away. When testing on an older device that does not have Wi-Fi 6 technology, expect a slower response time.

Despite the fact that it is only a dual-Band system, the ZenWiFi XD6 performs admirably as a mesh Wi-Fi system. The strong signal coverage provided by each unit of the ZenWiFi XD6 ensures that the network operates at a fast and reliable speed throughout the entire Wi-Fi coverage area.

When I run a speed test with my laptop connected over Wi-Fi to the mesh node, I am able to get close to 500Mbps out of my Gigabit Internet connection, which is impressive. However, I must manually select the 160Mhz mode in order to benefit from the faster speed because the system appears to prefer the 80Mhz mode by default.

The ZenWiFi XD6 uses 802.11k/v to assist devices in making roaming decisions by providing them with roaming assistance. In practice, it works flawlessly on all of my modern devices. Walking around my house, my iPhone is able to automatically switch to the faster network, which is convenient.

As a result, because AiMesh does not support 802.11r, the ZenWiFi XD6 is unable to provide fast roaming with a latency of less than 100ms. However, according to Asus, this is done on purpose in order to support the most recent and more secure Wi-Fi encryption method, WPA3, which is not compatible with 802.11r fast transition.

Network Standard

IEEE 802.11aIEEE 802.11bIEEE 802.11gWiFi 4 (802.11n)Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)IPv4IPv6

The Asus ZenWiFi XD6 system brings the power of Wi-Fi 6 mesh networking to a broader audience

There’s something immensely satisfying about stomping out Wi-Fi dead spots with a well-designed mesh network. Doubly so when you can supercharge wireless performance and roll out the latest security technologies at the same time. Our new Asus ZenWiFi XD6 system, launching at CES 2021, includes two dual-Band nodes that cover up to 5400 square feet of living space with data rates approaching 5400Mbps on the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands. It brings the Wi-Fi 6 mesh networking experience to more homes than ever before.

Enjoy wide-ranging Wi-Fi 6 performance

Thanks to the improvements in the Wi-Fi 6 protocol, we can support higher data rates across both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands, leading to aggregate wireless speeds of up to 5400Mbps from the Asus ZenWiFi XD6 system.

The Wi-Fi 6 standard also incorporates features like Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiple Access (OFDMA) and multi-user, multiple input, multiple output (MU-MIMO), which improve efficiency. The idea is to support more devices with a consistent experience, like what you’d expect from a cellular network.

Thanks to the improvements in the Wi-Fi 6 protocol, we can support higher data rates across both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands, leading to aggregate wireless speeds of up to 5400Mbps from the Asus ZenWiFi XD6 system.

The Wi-Fi 6 standard also incorporates features like Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiple Access (OFDMA) and multi-user, multiple input, multiple output (MU-MIMO), which improve efficiency. The idea is to support more devices with a consistent experience, like what you’d expect from a cellular network.

The Asus ZenWiFi XD6 uses OFDMA to break chunks of the frequency spectrum, called channels, into smaller resource units. Data that’s packed into these subchannels and transmitted simultaneously doesn’t incur as much overhead compared to older Wi-Fi standards, reducing latency in a meaningful way. In fact, OFDMA’s impact is so significant that it’s sometimes cited as Wi-Fi 6’s most important feature.

Each of the Asus ZenWiFi XD6’s two wireless nodes are built to sustain this performance with a 1.5GHz triple-core processor. Both nodes feature three Gigabit Ethernet ports for hard-wired devices like desktop PCs and gaming consoles, along with a fourth port that can handle WAN or LAN duties. The Asus ZenWiFi XD6 system supports both wireless and wired backhaul, and connecting the two units via Ethernet will devote all of the system’s wireless bandwidth to client traffic.

Instant Guard makes public Wi-Fi secure wherever you are

The best way to shield your online actions from prying eyes is to reach the internet through a secure connection with a server you trust. Some virtual private networks, or VPNs, are paid services. Free alternatives might sell your browsing history to third parties, hit you with ads, or throttle your speed.

We let you avoid these pitfalls with a handy way to set up your own VPN, available from your Asus ZenWiFi XD6 system at no extra charge. A new Asus app for iOS and Android called Instant Guard transfers your router’s profile with the press of a button and creates the VPN. Before you jump online, simply open Instant Guard on your mobile device and select your Asus ZenWiFi XD6 system to instantly make a secure connection.

With Instant Guard enabled, all of your communications will safely travel back and forth through your home router. And if you enable the AiProtection Pro suite, you’ll enjoy its protection against outside network threats in tandem with Instant Guard.

WPA3 and AiProtection Pro keep the whole family safe at home

Threats to your network don’t just come from the outside. You want dynamic protection for devices on your network that’s able to keep pace with the changing security landscape. The AiProtection Pro security suite bundled with our Asus ZenWiFi XD6 scans incoming and outgoing traffic to intercept common attacks, it blocks access to known malicious websites, and it detects infected devices on your network, severing their unsanctioned ties to outside servers. AiProtection Pro pulls its intelligence from Trend Micro’s database, which is regularly refreshed to keep the protection current.

Integrated parental controls keep your family safe without the burden of a monthly subscription. Right out of the box you can apply age-based profiles that restricts access to certain services. Kids under 12, for example, are blocked from social media, while teenagers are kept away from gambling sites. A more granular content filter lets you tailor those settings to taste.

Connecting to the Asus ZenWiFi XD6 with a Wi-Fi 6-capable smartphone or laptop gets you stronger security from Wi-Fi Protected Access 3—the latest protocol designed to keep unauthorized users from gaining access to your network.

The Asus ZenWiFi XD6 supports easy setup with the Asus Router app for iOS and Android. Simply unbox the pre-paired units, plug them into power at their locations, and fire up the app to finish setup in just a few quick steps.

Live life in the fast lane with our Asus ZenWiFi XD6

Our new Asus ZenWiFi XD6 was designed to deliver a consistent wireless networking experience with Wi-Fi 6, regardless of how many devices you attach. We precisely engineered each node’s housing, carefully laying out six antennas, plenty of Gigabit Ethernet ports, and a triple-core CPU. Between its 2.4 and 5 GHz frequency bands, the Asus ZenWiFi XD6 system is rated for almost 5400 Mbps of aggregate speed across up to 5400 square feet of coverage.

It wasn’t enough for us to build great hardware, though. We also protect your home network with the free AiProtection Pro security suite and its perpetual updates. Our Asus Router app gives you access to all of the Asus ZenWiFi XD6’s settings from your mobile device. And the Instant Guard app simplifies the VPN setup process so anyone can have their own encrypted connection on iOS or Android devices. Thanks to its strong performance and extensive security features, the Asus ZenWiFi XD6 system is an ideal midrange mesh networking partner.

For more information on pricing and availability of the Asus ZenWiFi XD6 in your region, please contact your local Asus representative.