Asus

ASUS RT-AX88U

How to Factory Reset the ASUS RT-AX88U Wi-Fi Wireless Router

  1. Unplug your router.
  2. Find the location of the factory reset button on your RT-AX88U router.
  3. Plug in your RT-AX88U to power it on.
  4. Press and hold in the reset button for 10 seconds.
  5. Wait 2-3 minutes until your router has fully reset and restarted.
  6. You can now reconfigure your router using the default credentials.

NOTE: If the factory (also known as hard) reset button on your ASUS RT-AX88U is too small to push with your finger, try using an object such as the tip of a paper clip.

This is often the best way to press the reset button on ASUS routers.

ASUS RT-AX88U Default Login Credentials

After performing a factory reset, your ASUS RT-AX88U will be restored to its default settings. Use the following credentials to access the router’s admin panel:

  • Default IP Address: 192.168.1.1
  • Default Username: admin
  • Default Password: admin

Open a web browser and navigate to 192.168.1.1 or http://router.asus.com to access the ASUS RT-AX88U setup wizard.

About the ASUS RT-AX88U

The ASUS RT-AX88U is a dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) wireless router featuring combined speeds up to 6000 Mbps. It is equipped with a 1.8 GHz quad-core processor, 1 GB of RAM, and eight Gigabit LAN ports, making it ideal for gaming, streaming, and connecting multiple devices. The RT-AX88U supports AiMesh for whole-home coverage and includes AiProtection Pro powered by Trend Micro for built-in network security.

Specifications

Manufacturer Asus
Model RT-AX88U
Wi-Fi Capable Yes
Reset Capabilities Factory Reset, Hard Reset, Soft Reset