How to Connect a Router to a Modem: 7 Easy Steps for Fast, Secure Home Internet (2025)
Set up your router and modem in minutes. Follow this 7‑step guide for a faster, more secure Wi‑Fi network—ideal for any home or small office.
The ASUS RT-AC88U is an AC3100 Dual Band Gigabit WiFi Gaming Router equipped with MU-MIMO technology and supporting AiProtection network security by Trend Micro. It also features AiMesh for mesh WiFi system and WTFast game accelerator.
Ultra-fast Wi-Fi Speeds: The router offers speeds up to 3167 Mbps for low-latency online gaming, smooth 4K UHD video playback, and extremely fast file-sharing. Its 4x4 antenna design with AiRadar universal beamforming ensures unrivaled Wi-Fi range.
Intuitive ASUS Router App: Control your network anywhere without needing to boot up a PC using the ASUS Router App.
Game Accelerator: Enjoy smooth gameplay with the exclusive built-in game accelerator from WTFast®, which optimizes route for game packets, resulting in lower ping time and minimal packet loss.
Network Security: AiProtection with Trend Micro™ provides triple-strength network security, along with robust parental controls and privacy protection.
Gigabit LAN Ports and Link Aggregation: The router features 8 Gigabit LAN ports for extensive connectivity and supports link aggregation for up to 2Gbps wired network speeds, allowing more devices to enjoy faster access.
MU-MIMO Technology: Revolutionary MU-MIMO technology connects multiple MU-MIMO-compatible clients at each device’s maximum speed simultaneously, improving network efficiency.
AiMesh Supported: Connect to other compatible ASUS routers to create a powerful and flexible whole-home Wi-Fi network.
NitroQAM™ Technology: Delivers combined Wi-Fi speeds up to 3167 Mbps, ensuring smooth streaming and low-latency online gaming.
Adaptive QoS (Quality of Service): Prioritize gaming packets and activities easily with Adaptive QoS, ensuring low latency gaming anywhere in your home.
USB Ports: Built-in USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports allow you to connect USB-enabled devices such as external storage drives, printers, or a 3G/4G dongle and share them conveniently with other users via Wi-Fi.
AiMesh Technology: ASUS AiMesh creates a whole-home Wi-Fi network using multiple ASUS routers, providing seamless roaming capability and time-saving central control.
Processor: The router is equipped with a top-of-the-line 1.4 GHz dual-core processor, enhancing computational capability and supporting USB data transfers with speeds up to over 100 MB/s.
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Set up your router and modem in minutes. Follow this 7‑step guide for a faster, more secure Wi‑Fi network—ideal for any home or small office.
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