ASUS ROG Strix GS-BE18000 Wi-Fi 7 Tri-Band AiMesh Wireless Gaming Router

ABOUT THE ASUS ROG STRIX GS-BE18000 WI-FI 7 TRI-BAND AIMESH WIRELESS ROUTER

The ASUS ROG Strix GS-BE18000 is a tri-band Wi-Fi 7 wireless router designed for gamers and power users who require high wireless throughput, low latency and advanced network control. It supports IEEE 802.11be with 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands, Multi-Link Operation and 320 MHz channels for high-capacity wireless networking. The router integrates eight internal antennas, a 2.0 GHz quad-core processor and multi-gigabit Ethernet to support both wireless and wired devices. Seven 2.5 Gbps LAN ports and one 2.5 Gbps WAN port enable high-speed local and internet connections. AiMesh support allows the GS-BE18000 to operate as a standalone router or as part of a mesh system using compatible ASUS routers. Built-in gaming acceleration features, network security tools and flexible management via web interface or mobile app provide centralised control for complex home networks.

KEY FEATURES

• Wi-Fi 7 Tri-Band Connectivity: Supports 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands with Multi-Link Operation and 320 MHz channels for high wireless capacity.
• Multi-Gigabit Wired Networking: One 2.5 Gbps WAN port and seven 2.5 Gbps LAN ports provide up to 20 Gbps combined wired capacity.
• AiMesh Compatibility: Operates as an AiMesh router or node for expandable whole-home networking with compatible ASUS routers.
• Gaming Network Features: Includes Gaming Network SSID, Game Boost, OpenNAT and dedicated gaming LAN ports for traffic prioritisation.
• Integrated Network Security: AiProtection Pro with firewall, intrusion prevention and malicious site blocking.

CORE SPECIFICATIONS

WIRELESS PERFORMANCE

• Wi-Fi Standard: Wi-Fi 7 (IEEE 802.11be), backward compatible with 802.11ax/ac/n/g/b/a
• Frequency Bands: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz
• Maximum Throughput: BE18000 (688 Mbps + 5764 Mbps + 11529 Mbps)
• Antenna Configuration: Internal antennas x 8

MESH & COVERAGE

• Mesh Support: AiMesh
• Coverage Area: 307m

USE CASE SUITABILITY

• Environment Types: 1-3 Bedrooms (Gaming)
• Usage Profiles: Gaming
• Expansion Capability: AiMesh-expandable

SECURITY & NETWORK

• Wi-Fi Security: WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Personal, WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Enterprise, OWE
• Guest Network: Yes
• Parental Controls: Yes

HARDWARE & INTERFACES

• Ethernet Ports: 1 x 2.5 Gbps WAN, 7 x 2.5 Gbps LAN
• USB Ports: 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1

SOFTWARE & MANAGEMENT

• Management Interface: ASUSWRT web interface, ASUS Router app
• Mesh Management: AiMesh
• Security Software: AiProtection Pro & Trend Micro (Lifetime Subscription for device)
• VPN Support: VPN client and server support including IPSec, OpenVPN, PPTP and WireGuard

WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS

• Dimensions: 22.5 x 9 x 22.5cm
• Weight: 0.93kg

HOW TO USE

Connect the unit to your ADSL/Fiber Ethernet cable, download the ASUS Router App (or use the web interface) and follow the guided instructions to optimize your device.

What's in the box
1 x GS-BE18000 tri-band gaming router
1 x RJ-45 Ethernet cable
1 x Power adapter
1 x Quick Start Guide
1 x Warranty card