ASUS DSL-AC88U wireless router Gigabit Ethernet Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) Black
Product Technical Specification
| WAN connection | |
| Ethernet WAN | Yes |
| DSL WAN | Yes |
| SIM card slot | No |
| 3G/4G USB modem compatibility | No |
| Wireless LAN features | |
| Wi-Fi band | Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| WLAN data transfer rate (max) | 3167 |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| WLAN data transfer rate (first band) | 1000 |
| WLAN data transfer rate (second band) | 2167 |
| Channels quantity | 13 |
| Network | |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.11a,IEEE 802.11ac,IEEE 802.11b,IEEE 802.11g,IEEE 802.11n |
| VPN support | ‧VPN server(PPTP/Open VPN) ‧VPN client(PPTP/L2TP/Open VPN) |
| Mobile network | |
| 3G | No |
| 4G | No |
| DSL features | |
| ADSL2 | Yes |
| VDSL | Yes |
| VDSL2 | Yes |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 5 |
| USB port | Yes |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
| RJ-11 ports quantity | 1 |
| Memory card slot(s) | No |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
| Management features | |
| Web-based management | Yes |
| Quality of Service (QoS) support | Yes |
| Reset button | Yes |
| WPS push button | Yes |
| Security | |
| Security algorithms | WPA-PSK,WPA2-PSK |
| Firewall | Yes |
| Network address translation (NAT) | Yes |
| Protocols | |
| DHCP server | Yes |
| Design | |
| Product colour | Black |
| LED indicators | DSL,LAN,Power,WLAN |
| Product type | Tabletop router |
| Antenna | |
| Antenna type | External |
| Antennas quantity | 4 |
| Power | |
| Power source type | AC |
| AC input voltage | 110 - 240 |
| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 292 |
| Depth | 180 |
| Height | 61 |
| Weight | 795 |
| Packaging data | |
| Cables included | AC,DSL,LAN (RJ-45) |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
Delivery Options
Economy Delivery (UK)
Business Express
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Seamless Experience with NitroQAM™ Technology
Whether you're gaming online in a heated competition or streaming a live event in 4K UHD, lag and buffering are simply not an option. NitroQAM™ (1024-QAM) technology on the DSL-AC88U delivers a combined 3167 Mbps Wi-Fi speed, ensuring everyone on your network can enjoy smooth streaming and low-latency online gaming
Future-Proof DSL Technology for Smooth Streaming
Delivering a total speed of up to 900Mbps, DSL-AC88U features the latest G.fast technology and ensures super-fast network speeds and ultra-smooth performance for all bandwidth-intensive tasks. This versatile, future-proof router offers complete compatibility with any DSL connections, being compatible with ADSL2/2+, ADSL, VDSL2 and Vplus 35b.
Total flexibility with DSL, Ethernet or 3G/4G LTE Internet connections
DSL-AC88U has multiple ways to connect to the internet, with a choice of DSL, Ethernet or 3G/4G LTE*. You can use DSL-AC88U as a DSL modem Wi-Fi router or a standalone Wi-Fi router according to your needs. And with the ability to switch instantly between connections if one fails (and switch back again when it's fixed), it's perfect for reliable, always-on internet connectivity.
Unbeatable Wi-Fi coverage
With a four-transmit, four-receive (4T4R) antenna design, both Wi-Fi range and signal stability improve dramatically. AiRadar beamforming further focuses Wi-Fi signal on your devices, making your Wi-Fi faster, clearer and stronger.
Your Sharing Center
With built-in USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports, you can connect USB-enabled devices, such as external storage drives, printers, or a 3G/4G dongle to DSL-AC88U and share them conveniently with other users via Wi-Fi. And with USB 3.0, you can enjoy up to 10X faster data transfer speeds.
ASUSWRT –Easily Control Your Network
DSL-AC88U features the enhanced, intuitive ASUSWRT user interface, which gives you easy access to both the 3-step web-based installation process and a wealth of robust advanced options.
| WAN connection | |
| Ethernet WAN | Yes |
| DSL WAN | Yes |
| SIM card slot | No |
| 3G/4G USB modem compatibility | No |
| Wireless LAN features | |
| Wi-Fi band | Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| WLAN data transfer rate (max) | 3167 |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| WLAN data transfer rate (first band) | 1000 |
| WLAN data transfer rate (second band) | 2167 |
| Channels quantity | 13 |
| Network | |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.11a,IEEE 802.11ac,IEEE 802.11b,IEEE 802.11g,IEEE 802.11n |
| VPN support | ‧VPN server(PPTP/Open VPN) ‧VPN client(PPTP/L2TP/Open VPN) |
| Mobile network | |
| 3G | No |
| 4G | No |
| DSL features | |
| ADSL2 | Yes |
| VDSL | Yes |
| VDSL2 | Yes |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 5 |
| USB port | Yes |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
| RJ-11 ports quantity | 1 |
| Memory card slot(s) | No |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
| Management features | |
| Web-based management | Yes |
| Quality of Service (QoS) support | Yes |
| Reset button | Yes |
| WPS push button | Yes |
| Security | |
| Security algorithms | WPA-PSK,WPA2-PSK |
| Firewall | Yes |
| Network address translation (NAT) | Yes |
| Protocols | |
| DHCP server | Yes |
| Design | |
| Product colour | Black |
| LED indicators | DSL,LAN,Power,WLAN |
| Product type | Tabletop router |
| Antenna | |
| Antenna type | External |
| Antennas quantity | 4 |
| Power | |
| Power source type | AC |
| AC input voltage | 110 - 240 |
| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 292 |
| Depth | 180 |
| Height | 61 |
| Weight | 795 |
| Packaging data | |
| Cables included | AC,DSL,LAN (RJ-45) |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
Buykingston order despatch times:
We will despatch your order the very same day if we receive cleared payment by 12:00 pm Mon-Fri.
These delivery estimates apply when you order up to 12:00 pm Mon-Fri (excluding public holidays).
We charge a one off delivery cost as outlined below regardless of how many items you order or the weight of your order.
Estimated delivery times are provided to us by the respective delivery companies. We pass this information onto you, the customer.
Despatch times do not apply to UK public holidays.
Estimated delivery times are taken from the next available working day available for delivery. For example if an order was despatched on a working Wednesday by 3pm, the first available working day for delivery would be Thursday provided you placed your order by 3pm on the Wednesday. If the next available weekday is a UK bank holiday/public holiday then your order will be despatched on the next available working day.
Our warehouse reserves the right to upgrade the delivery method you select on your order.
Our available delivery options*
Contact us for a shipping quote.
*All delivery times are estimated unless stated.
Product Returns Note
Buykingston offers a very flexible and hassle free returns policy. If
for whatever reason you are not happy with the item purchased you can return
it to us within 12months for a refund (for unused and unopened
items) or within 30 days on opened and used items for a refund. This
applies to items purchased direct through Buykingston only.
Our 30 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items opened and used and that are returned in a resellable
condition.
Our 365 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items that remain sealed and unused.
Some items are excluded from our moneyback guarantee unless they have developed a fault. These include;
- Headphones
- Earphones
- Custom made and designed products such as flash memory products with
custom logo’s on them. E,g USB flash drives and memory cards with your own
logo
Returns FAQs
What is your returns criteria?
On opened items 30 days from date of receipt or expected date of receipt on
non tracked items.
On unopened items 365 days.
How do i go about returning my order?
Please contact us via our contact page with
your order number where we will present you with an RMA number and returns
label.
Do i need to contact you before returning my order?
Yes, to obtain an RMA number.
Does my item have to include its original packaging?
Yes for items that fall within our 30 day money back guarantee and our 365
day returns. Of course for faulty items we realise you may no longer have
the packaging.
Who deals with the warranty on a faulty item?
We will. In some circumstances we may ask you to contact the manufacturer
direct for assistance.
Please ensure you have read and comply in full with Section 11 & 13 of our terms and conditions which you can read here in full.