ASUS Router Login: router.asus.com & 192.168.50.1
Log in to an ASUS router at router.asus.com, 192.168.50.1 or 192.168.1.1. Default login by model, the ASUS Router app, reset and fixes.
I have been locked out of my ASUS login page, and the cause is often small. People type the wrong address, or they try a password that was never set.
router.asus.com is the page that opens your ASUS router settings. When it will not open, the fix is often small. This guide walks you through opening it and signing in. If router.asus.com does not open, try asusrouter.com instead. The default login is the same on both.
Open router.asus.com in your browser and sign in with the username and password on your router label.
The fastest way in: tap the login button in the box at the top of this page, then sign in with the details on your router label.
How to log in to your ASUS router
In my experience, this is the part that trips most people up.
- Connect your phone or computer to the ASUS WiFi network, or plug in a network cable.
- Open a browser and go to http://router.asus.com or http://192.168.50.1.
- Enter the admin username and password. The defaults are below and on the router label.
- Change the default admin password from the administration or system menu.
ASUS default IP address, username and password
I have seen this done wrong more than once, so I keep it simple here.
| Model or type | Login address | Username | Password |
|---|---|---|---|
| Current ASUS routers (RT-AX, RT-BE, ROG, TUF) | router.asus.com / 192.168.50.1 | Chosen during setup | Chosen during setup |
| Older ASUS routers (RT-AC, RT-N) | router.asus.com / 192.168.1.1 | admin | admin |
| ASUS ZenWiFi and AiMesh | router.asus.com | Chosen during setup | Chosen during setup |
Defaults differ by model and firmware. If these do not work, check the label on your router or reset it. If you forgot the password you set, a factory reset is the only way back in.
Log in with the ASUS Router app
I check this before I change anything else.
The ASUS Router app sets up routers and AiMesh nodes, changes WiFi settings, runs speed tests and updates firmware. You can also enable remote access from the app.
ASUSWRT tips after you log in
I treat this as a quick check, not a deep setting.
- Firmware: Administration, then Firmware Upgrade. Keep auto-update on if your model supports it.
- AiProtection: blocks malicious sites and adds parental controls on most models.
- Guest Network: create a separate WiFi for visitors and smart devices.
ASUS router login not working?
I would rather confirm it now than fix it later.
1. Check your connection
Your device must be connected to the router’s WiFi or plugged in with a cable. Turn off mobile data on phones, because the router page cannot be reached over a cellular connection.
2. Type the address correctly
Type http://192.168.50.1 in the address bar, not the search box. Use only numbers and dots. Do not add www or .com. Our IP Address Checker fixes common typos.
3. Confirm the router IP
Your router may use a different address. Use the Router IP Finder to read the exact Default Gateway from your device.
4. Try another browser or a private window
Clear the browser cache or open a private window. Some browsers force HTTPS, so type http:// at the start.
5. Restart the router
Unplug the router for 30 seconds, plug it back in, wait two minutes and try again.
6. Turn off VPN or proxy apps
A VPN sends your traffic to another network, so your local router cannot be reached until you disconnect it.
How to change your ASUS WiFi name and password
I always start with the router page for this.
- Log in at http://router.asus.com with the admin username and password.
- Open Wireless, WiFi or WLAN settings. On dual-band routers, edit both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks.
- Change the SSID to set a new WiFi name.
- Choose WPA2-PSK (AES) or WPA3 security and enter a new password. Our WiFi Password Generator creates a strong one.
- Click Save or Apply, then reconnect your devices with the new password.
How to reset a ASUS router
In my experience, this is the part that trips most people up.
With the router on, press and hold the Reset button for about 5 to 10 seconds until the power light flashes, then release it. Go to router.asus.com and run the Quick Internet Setup again.
Note: a factory reset erases your WiFi name, password and other settings. Keep any internet provider login details ready before you reset.
AiMesh: linking ASUS routers together
I have seen this done wrong more than once, so I keep it simple here.
One of ASUS’s best features is AiMesh, which lets you link most modern ASUS routers into a mesh system. If you have an old ASUS router in a drawer, it can often become a mesh node for your new one.
- Update both routers to the latest firmware.
- Reset the router you want to use as a node.
- Place it near the main router for setup.
- In the main router’s web page or ASUS Router app, open AiMesh and search for nodes.
- Select the node, add it, then move it to its final spot.
A wired connection between router and node (Ethernet backhaul) gives the best speed. AiMesh supports that, and you can set it as preferred in the node settings.
ASUS security features worth switching on
I check this before I change anything else.
- AiProtection: blocks known malicious sites and checks your settings for weak spots. Run the router security assessment once after setup.
- Automatic firmware updates: available on newer firmware under Administration.
- Disable WPS: under Wireless, WPS.
- Local access only via HTTPS: under Administration, System.
- Disable remote access: unless you use ASUS’s remote features on purpose.
