ASUS TUF Gaming BE6500 Dual Band WiFi 7 (802.11be) Extendable Gaming Router

ASUS TUF Gaming BE6500 Dual Band WiFi 7 (802.11be) Extendable Gaming Router, Quad 2.5GbE ports, 3-step Port Forwarding, Smart Home Master, AiMesh support, and AiProtection Pro for Network Security
4K-QAM & Multi-Link Operation - WiFi 7 dual-band router delivers speeds up to 6500 Mbps. 4096-QAM boosts speed by 1.2X, and Multi-Link Operation (MLO) enhances stability and efficiency by connecting multiple bands simultaneously.
Quad 2.5GbE Ports - 2.5GbE ports prioritize traffic, optimizing wired internet connectivity for maximum performance.
One Router. All Game Types - Features Mobile Game Mode prioritization, a dedicated Gaming Port for peak performance, and simplified Open NAT for easy multiplayer setups.
Comprehensive Security System - Equipped with ASUS latest security features, ensuring robust protection against network threats.
Tested Durability and Stable Operation - Built to endure rigorous testing for reliable and stable performance, making it highly durable

Network Standard

IEEE 802.11a
IEEE 802.11b
IEEE 802.11g
WiFi 4 (802.11n)
WiFi 5 (802.11ac)
WiFi 6 (802.11ax)
WiFi 7 (802.11be)
IPv4
IPv6

Product Segment
BE6500 ultimate BE performance : 688+5764 Mbps

WiFi Data Rate
WiFi 7 (802.11be) (2.4GHz): up to 688 Mbps
WiFi 7 (802.11be) (5GHz): up to 5764 Mbps

Antenna
External fixed antenna x 6

Transmit / Receive
2.4GHz 2x2
5GHz 4x4

Processor
1.5GHz Quad-core Processor

Memory
256 MB Flash and 1 GB RAM

Boosts Speed
OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access)
Beamforming: standard-based and universal
4096-QAM high data rate
20/40/80/160 MHz bandwidth

Operating Mode
Wireless Router Mode
AiMesh Node Mode
Access Point Mode
Media Bridge Mode
Repeater Mode

I/O PORTS
1 x 2.5GbE for WAN
3 x 2.5GbE for LAN
1 x USB 3.2 Gen1

Buttons
WPS Button, Reset Button, Power Button

LED Indicator
WAN(Internet) x1
LAN x1
5GHz x 1
2.4GHz x1
Power x1

Game
Game Boost / Acceleration
Gear Accelerator
OpenNAT (Game Profile)
Gaming Port

Parental Control
"Allow you to block access to unwanted websites and apps."
Web & Apps Filters
Time Scheduling
Safe Browsing
Customized Internet Schedule
Maximum Parental Control Profile : 64
Maximum Parental Control Content Cilter Rule : 64

AiMesh
AiMesh
Primary AiMesh Router
AiMesh Node

Power Supply
AC Input : 220V~240V(50~60Hz)
DC Output : 12 V with max. 2.5 A current

Guest Network
"The Guest Network provides Internet connection for guests but restricts access to your local network."
Support Guest Network
Maximum Guest Network Rule : 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz : 3
Guest Network Connection Time Limit
Guest Network Encryption : Open system, WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Personal

Security
AiProtection
VPN
WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Personal
WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Enterprise
Open System & OWE
WPS
Let's Encrypt
DNS-over-TLS
SSH
Security Scan
Firewall
Maximum Firewall Keyword Filter : 64
Maximum Firewall Network Service Filter : 32
Maximum Firewall URL Filter : 64

AiProtection
AiProtection Pro
Router Security Assessment
Malicious Site Blocking
Two-Way IPS
Infected Device Prevention and Blocking

VPN
Instant Guard
VPN Client L2TP
VPN Client Open VPN
VPN Client PPTP
VPN Client WireGuard
VPN Server IPSec
VPN Server Open VPN
VPN Server PPTP
VPN Server WireGuard
VPN Fusion
Support Surfshark
Support Nord VPN

Traffic Control
Adaptive QoS
Bandwidth Monitor
Bandwidth Limiter
-- Maximum Bandwidth Limiter Rule : 32
Traditional QoS
Traffic Monitor
Real-time Traffic Monitor
Wired Traffic Monitor
Wireless Traffic Monitor
Traffic Analyzer
Traffic Analysis Period : Daily, Weekly, Monthly
Website History

WAN
Internet Connection Type :
PPPoE
PPTP
L2TP
Automatic IP
Static IP
IPSec
Dual WAN
3G / 4G LTE dongle
Port forwarding
Maximum Port Forwarding Rule : 64
Port triggering
Maximum Port Triggering Rule : 32
DMZ
DDNS
PPTP Pass-Through
L2TP Pass-Through
IPSec Pass-Through
RTSP Pass-Through
H.323 Pass-Through
SIP Pass-Through
PPPoE Relay
LAN
DHCP Server
IPTV
Manually Assign IP Address
Maximum Manually Assign IP Address Rule : 64
Wake on LAN (WOL)
Wireless
MU-MIMO
UTF-8 SSID
WiFi MAC Address Filter
Maximum MAC Filters : 64
Wireless Scheduler
Airtime Fairness
RADIUS Client
Universal Beamforming
USB application
HFS+
NTFS
vFAT
ext2
ext3
ext4
FAT32
Safely Remove Disk
AiCloud
Download Master
AiDisk
Media Server
Time Machine
Samba Server
FTP Server
Shared Folder Privileges
User Interface
WEB: ASUSWRT
APP: ASUS Router APP
Administration
Configuration Backup and Restore
Diagnosis tools
Feedback System
System Log
New Device Connect Notification
Login Captcha
Connection Diagnosis
Auto Firmware Update

What's in the box
1 x TUF-BE6500 dual-band gaming router
1 x RJ-45 cable
1 x Power adapter
1 x Quick Start Guide
1 x Warranty card