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ASUS

ASUS RT-BE96U Wi-Fi 7 wireless router

SKU CH-BT34-ZJD2J MPN RT-BE96U

Tri-band Wi-Fi 7 router delivers up to 19 Gbps across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands with dual 10 Gbps ports and eight external antennas

  • StandardsIEEE 802.11be
  • WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 7
  • Wireless StandardIEEE 802.11a / IEEE 802.11ac / IEEE 802.11ax / IEEE 802.11b
  • WPAWPA3
  • WAN Ports1 x 10Gbps for WAN/LAN, 1 x RJ45 10/100/1000Mbps for WAN/LAN
  • LAN Ports1 x 10G / 3 x 10/100/1000M

Class RT-BE96U

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Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

Wireless Speed Tri Band WiFi 7

  • Wi-Fi 7 tri-band delivers up to 19000 Mbps wireless throughput
  • 6 GHz band with 320 MHz channels and 4096-QAM enables faster, cleaner connections
  • Dual 10 Gbps WAN/LAN ports provide high-speed wired links for demanding tasks
  • Multi-link operation connects across bands simultaneously for stable, efficient data transfer
  • ASUS commercial-grade security suite protects the network from multiple threat types

Tri-Band Wi-Fi 7 Router

The ASUS RT-BE96U is a tri-band wireless router built on the IEEE 802.11be standard. It delivers combined wireless data rates up to 19 Gbps across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands. A 2.6 GHz quad-core processor handles traffic for demanding home and small-office networks. Eight external antennas provide broad coverage.

Suits Multi-Gig Homes Not Basic Users

Households with multi-gigabit internet plans and Wi-Fi 7 devices will benefit from dual 10 Gbps ports and 320 MHz channel width on the 6 GHz band. MLO support enables simultaneous multi-band links for lower latency. Buyers who only need basic wireless connectivity or lack Wi-Fi 7 clients will not use the headline features.

Dual 10 Gbps WAN/LAN Ports

The router includes two 10 Gbps ports configurable for WAN or LAN use. This hardware decides whether the unit can serve as a true multi-gig gateway or mesh backbone. Without a 10 Gbps internet service or wired backbone the extra port capacity remains unused.

Highlights

  • Wi-Fi 7 tri-band delivers up to 19000 Mbps wireless throughput
  • 6 GHz band with 320 MHz channels and 4096-QAM enables faster, cleaner connections
  • Dual 10 Gbps WAN/LAN ports provide high-speed wired links for demanding tasks
  • Multi-link operation connects across bands simultaneously for stable, efficient data transfer
  • ASUS commercial-grade security suite protects the network from multiple threat types

Specifications

BrandASUS
ModelRT-BE96U
StandardsIEEE 802.11be
WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 7
Wireless StandardIEEE 802.11a / IEEE 802.11ac / IEEE 802.11ax / IEEE 802.11b / IEEE 802.11be / IEEE 802.11g / IEEE 802.11n
WPAWPA3
WAN Ports1 x 10Gbps for WAN/LAN, 1 x RJ45 10/100/1000Mbps for WAN/LAN
LAN Ports1 x 10G / 3 x 10/100/1000M
LEDs1 x WAN
1 x 10G LAN
1 x 1G LAN
1 x WPS
1 x 6GHz
1 x 5GHz
1 x 2.4GHz
1 x Power
ButtonsWPS Button, Reset Button, Power Switch, LED on/off Button
Wireless Data RatesBE19000 / Up to 19Gbps
Frequency Band2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz
Antenna8 x External antenna
Operation ModeAccess Point Mode / Media Bridge Mode / Wireless Repeater Mode / Wireless Router Mode
InterfaceUSB 3.0
VPN supportInstant Guard
VPN Client L2TP
VPN Client OVPN
VPN Client PPTP
VPN Client WireGuard
VPN Server IPSec
VPN Server OVPN
VPN Server PPTP
VPN Server WireGuard
VPN Fusion
Power SupplyAC Input: 110V~240V(50~60Hz)
DC Output: 19 V with max. 3.42 A current ; 19.5 V with max. 3.33 A current
Wireless Adapter includedNo
Processor2.6GHz quad-core processor
Dimensions13.80"x 13.80"x 8.57"
Weight4.12 lbs
Features2X Higher Capacity
WiFi 7 introduces all-new ultrawide 320 MHz channels, doubling data transmission capacity. You can think of networking as a virtual freeway and the doubled bandwidth as a doubling of the number of lanes. Now larger vehicles are allowed to get on the freeway and can pack more data than ever before.
20% Higher Transmission Rate
With the introduction of 4K-QAM, WiFi 7 can improve data transmission rates versus WiFi 6/6E by up to 20%, because a higher QAM can pack signals more densely. Continuing with the freeway analogy, now higher QAM permits more merchandise to be l
Package ContentsRT-BE96U WiFi router
RJ-45 cable
Power adapter
Quick Start Guide
Warranty card
Shipping weight3.72 kg
Package size406 × 395 × 140 mm

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Questions about this item

What internet connection speed do I need to use the dual 10Gbps WAN/LAN ports?

The router provides one 10Gbps WAN/LAN port and one 1Gbps WAN/LAN port, so a multi-gigabit internet plan up to 10Gbps can be fully utilised on the 10G port.

Can I add this router to my existing AiMesh system with older ASUS routers?

Yes, AiMesh support lets you mix this Wi-Fi 7 router with compatible ASUS models to extend coverage across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands.

How do I confirm the 6 GHz band and 320 MHz channels are active after setup?

The front panel includes a dedicated 6 GHz LED that lights when the band is operating, and the ASUS router app shows the active channel width for each band.

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