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RT-AC88U provides excellent dual-band performance and multiple Gigabit ports for wired infrastructure.
RT-AC88U
RT-AC88U wireless router Dual-band 2.4 GHz 5 Gigabit Etherne...
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- RT-AC88U wireless router Dual-band 2.4 GHz 5 Gigabit Ethernet 3G 4G Black - Router - WLAN
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RT-AC88U Overview
RT-AC88U is a high-performance dual‐band wireless router engineered for demanding applications, featuring a fixed architecture with robust processing, advanced WAN/LAN interfaces, and integrated VPN capabilities. It delivers reliable power options via an AC power supply, supports dual WAN operation with eight Gigabit LAN ports, and offers modular management—with features such as adaptive QoS and built-in security—to ensure high throughput and redundancy for gaming and high-performance home networking.
The router achieves impressive performance with a throughput capacity of approximately 3.1 Gbps while supporting official wireless protocols (802.11a/b/g/n/ac) and comprehensive connectivity options. Designed for use in gaming and high-performance home scenarios, the RT-AC88U integrates industry-standard compliance and remote management via a web-based interface, making it a reliable solution for users seeking secure, fast, and versatile network connectivity.
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RT-AC88U Specifications
- Product Type
- Router
- VPN Support
- IPSec / OpenVPN / PPTP
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Routing Protocols
- Static Routing
- Broadband
- N/A
- Architecture
- Fixed
- WAN Configuration
- Dual WAN
- WAN Ports
- 1 WAN
- LAN Ports
- 8 LAN Ports
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Wi-Fi Standard
- WiFi 5 / Dual band
- Connectivity Type
- Wired / Wireless / Ethernet
- Network Protocols
- 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
- Remote Management
- Web Based Management
- Compliance Standards
- FCC / CE
- Wireless Support
- Yes
- Speed/Capacity
- Gigabit
- Firewall Features
- Yes
- Features
- VPN / AiProtection / Adaptive QoS / MU-MIMO / IPv6 Compatible
- Use Case
- Gaming / High Performance Home
- Management
- Managed
- Form Factor
- Desktop
- Integrated Services
- N/A
- High Availability Support
- Not Supported
- Safety
- N/A
- EMC
- N/A
- Telecom
- N/A
- Throughput Capacity
- 3.1 Gbps
- QoS Features
- Supported
- Built-in Security Features
- Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection
- Expansion Slots
- N/A
- Modular Slots Available
- N/A
- Stacking Capability
- No
- 5G Support
- No
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Interface Ports
- RJ-45
- Power
- 65W
- Device Type
- Router
- Product Name
- ASUS RT-AC88U AC3100 Wireless Gaming Router
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
Quality Certifications
To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.
Product Comparison Table
 RT-AC88U |  90IG0401-BM3000 |  90IG05S0-BO9420 |  90IG04T0-MO3R70 |  90IG0150-BM3G00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Fixed | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular |
| Broadband | N/A | Fiber Optic / DSL | Fiber Optic / DSL / N/A | Fiber Optic / 4G | Fiber Optic / DSL |
| Built-in Security Features | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention |
| Compliance Standards | FCC / CE | RoHS, CE | CE / FCC | IEEE 802.3 / ISO/IEC 27001 | FCC / CE |
| Connectivity Type | Wired / Wireless / Ethernet | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | N/A | 15 inches | 16.5 inches | 16 inches | 16 inches |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | N/A | N/A | FCC Part 15 / EN 55032 | FCC Part 15, CE | N/A |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | NIM, SFP+ | NIM / SFP+ | NIM, SFP+ | SFP+ / NIM |
| Features | VPN / AiProtection / Adaptive QoS / MU-MIMO / IPv6 Compatible | VPN, QoS, Redundancy, Modular, Firewall | VPN / Firewall / IPv6 Compatible | VPN, Firewall, IPv6 Compatible, QoS | VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / PoE |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Form Factor | Desktop | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | N/A | 4 inches | 2.2 inches | 2 inches | 4 inches |
| High Availability Support | Not Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Integrated Services | N/A | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice / Video | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice / Video |
| Interface Ports | RJ-45 | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45 / SFP+ / Combo Ports |
| LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 512 MB | 4 GB | 2 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | N/A | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots |
| Network Protocols | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS | IPv4 / IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS | IPv4 / IPv6 |
| Power | 65W | 250 Watt | 250W | 250 Watts | 300W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply with Redundant Options | Dual AC/DC Redundant |
| Product Name | ASUS RT-AC88U AC3100 Wireless Gaming Router | 90IG0401-BM3000 Enterprise Router | 90IG05S0-BO9420 Enterprise Modular Router | 90IG04T0-MO3R70 Enterprise Router | 90IG0150-BM3G00 High-Performance Modular Enterprise Router |
| Product Type | Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | Web Based Management | SNMP, SSH, Telnet | SSH / HTTPS | SSH, Telnet, SNMP | SSH / Telnet / SNMP |
| Routing Protocols | Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing |
| Safety | N/A | N/A | RoHS / WEEE | IEC/UL | N/A |
| Speed/Capacity | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit |
| Stacking Capability | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Telecom | N/A | N/A | ITU-T / TIA/EIA | N/A | N/A |
| Throughput Capacity | 3.1 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 5 Gbps |
| Use Case | Gaming / High Performance Home | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec / OpenVPN / PPTP | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / FlexVPN |
| WAN Configuration | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN |
| WAN Ports | 1 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN |
| Weight | N/A | 25 lbs | 15 lbs | 25 lbs | 15 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | WiFi 5 / Dual band | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches |
| Wireless Support | Yes | No | No | No | No |
Reviews & Ratings
N
Nicole Hart
4
Reliable wireless coverage and strong stability under heavy traffic.
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Evan Schultz
5
Consistent performance and secure connectivity for business networks.
B
Bianca Foster
3
High throughput and dependable uptime across numerous connected devices.
T
Trevor Hall
4
Professional networking solution with stable speeds and advanced management tools.
Questions & Answers
What are the key features of the ASUS RT-AC88U wireless router?
The ASUS RT-AC88U is a dual-band Gigabit router delivering combined speeds up to 3167 Mbps, eight LAN ports, MU-MIMO, AiProtection security and USB 3.0 for 3G/4G tethering.
How do I perform initial setup of the RT-AC88U router?
Connect the WAN port to your modem, power on the RT-AC88U, open a browser to http://router.asus.com, and follow the guided ASUS Setup Wizard to configure SSIDs, passwords and Internet settings.
What wireless speeds can I expect from the RT-AC88U?
The RT-AC88U offers up to 1000 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 2167 Mbps on 5 GHz, leveraging 4×4 MU-MIMO and NitroQAM™ technology for maximum throughput.
Does the RT-AC88U support 3G/4G USB tethering?
Yes, the RT-AC88U features a USB 3.0 port that supports 3G/4G dongles for automatic fail-over or primary Internet connectivity.