Lab: SOHO Router Configuration

ASUS RT-AX86U - Router Settings

Connected

Administrator Settings

Admin Username

Default username (usually cannot be changed)

New Admin Password

Confirm Password

Passwords must match

WAN (Internet) Settings

Connection Type

Most home internet uses DHCP

LAN Settings

Router IP Address

. . .

This is the default gateway for your network

Subnet Mask

DHCP Server Settings

Enable DHCP Server

Automatically assigns IP addresses to devices

Starting IP Address

Ending IP Address

Lease Time

How long a device keeps its assigned IP

DNS Settings

DNS Server Mode

NAT & Firewall Settings

Enable Firewall

Blocks unauthorized incoming connections

Enable NAT

Allows multiple devices to share one public IP

Enable DMZ

Exposes a device to the internet (use with caution)

1 Change the Default Admin Password

Router Configuration Complete!

You've successfully configured all basic router settings.

Configuration Summary

Router IP: -

WAN Type: -

DHCP Range: -

Firewall: -

NAT: -

Exam Tip: Remember the 5 key router configuration steps: (1) Change admin password, (2) Configure WAN/Internet, (3) Set LAN IP and subnet, (4) Configure DHCP, (5) Enable firewall and NAT. These are fundamental SOHO network setup tasks!