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

• 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.

ASUS TUF Gaming BE6500 Dual Band WiFi 7 Extendable Gaming Router - Black

TUF Gaming BE6500

Inspired by the unique design and power wings of drones, the TUF Gaming BE6500 combines a sleek appearance with advanced cooling efficiency. Its hollow design on both sides enhances heat dissipation for stable all-day operation, enhancing your internet and gaming experience.

Swift as Drone,

Beyond Simple Extension

ASUS TUF Gaming BE6500 combines WiFi 7 and ASUS AiMesh to offer more than just extended coverage. It provides a stable, secure, and feature-rich network under one SSID, while working with compatible ASUS routers for easy management, advanced security, and smart home integration across your entire network.

4K-QAM

Compared to 1024-QAM with WiFi 6/6E, 4096-QAM (Quadrature Amplitude Modulation) allows each signal to more densely incorporate larger amounts of data, delivering up to 20% more efficient data transmission.

Multi-Link Operation (MLO)

Multi-Link Operation (MLO)* enables buffering-free connection by intelligently combining and switching between the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. TUF Gaming BE6500 is built to be future-proof with all WiFi 7 devices, regardless of the MLO mode they utilize*.

*WiFi 7 features require WiFi routers and client devices with WiFi 7-supported operating systems, and the supported MLO mode and bands may vary by device; please refer to the device's specifications for details.

Unleash Creativity, Enjoy Speed

TUF Gaming BE6500 is powered by a powerful quad-core 1.5 GHz CPU and comes with 1GB DDR4 large memory, effortlessly handling various tasks.

Stable and Durable

Inspired by drone design, with aluminum heatsinks, nano-carbon coating, and 5-sided ventilation for stable all-day operation, enhancing your internet and gaming experience.

Multi-Gigabit Connectivity

Enjoy versatile and ultra-fast multi-gig gaming networking with the TUF Gaming BE6500. TUF Gaming BE6500 includes quad 2.5G port for high-speed gaming, entertainment and ultra-fast ethernet backhaul.

Quad 2.5G Port

TUF Gaming BE6500, with its quad 2.5 GbE ports, provides lightning-fast connectivity, enabling you to fully enjoy the gigabit broadband network experience.

4G LTE & 5G Mobile Tethering

Stay connected anytime with the convenient USB 4G LTE and 5G mobile tethering, even during internet outages or while on the go.

Dedicated Gaming Port

No setup required for LAN1 dedicated gaming port. Once connected, gaming devices prioritize data transmission, delivering 2.5G blazing-fast speed.

Win Every Game You Play

Prioritize the network traffic of your favorite mobile game, minimizing lag and latency with just a tap on the ASUS Router mobile App.

OPEN NAT

Using OPEN NAT on the TUF Gaming BE6500 couldn’t be easier. It takes just 3 steps. No more frustrating and complicated procedure!

Always Secure, All-round Smart Home Network Protection

TUF Gaming BE6500 provides powerful cybersecurity solutions and cloud data centers and AI/ML from Trend Micro™ to shield your smart home from router, Internet and every connected device without monthly subscription.

Comprehensive Triple Level Network Protection

TUF Gaming BE6500 offers a triple-level protection strategy, enhancing your entire network with advanced features. This powerful approach delivers robust protection against evolving cyber threats.

Stay Protected Anywhere, Anytime

Secure browsing, data privacy, remote access – ASUS extensive VPN capabilities handle it all.

Instant Guard

When away from home, ASUS Instant Guard gives you a one-tap secure VPN, and you can even easily share it with your family and friends through a URL link.

Feature-packed Smart Home Master SSIDs

ASUS Smart Home Master subnetwork management streamlines the process of creating or connecting to dedicated SSIDs with advanced features like parental controls and VPNs

Specifications:-

Network Standard

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

Product Segment

• BE6500 ultimate BE performance : 688+5764 Mbps

WiFi Data Rate

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

Antenna

• External fixed antenna x 6

Transmit / Receive

• 5GHz 4x4
• 2.4GHz 2x2

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 Frequency

• 5 GHz
• 2.4 GHz

Operating Mode

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

Power Supply

• AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz)
• DC Output : 12 V with max. 2.5 A current

Package Content

• TUF-BE6500 dual-band gaming router
• RJ-45 cable
• Power adapter
• Quick Start Guide

Product Weight (g)

• 772 g

Product Dimensions

• 304 x 174 x 214 mm

AiMesh

• • AiMesh Node
• • Primary AiMesh Router
• AiMesh

Game

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

Parental Control

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

Guest Network

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

Security

• VPN
• DNS-over-TLS
• Security Scan
• SSH
• Firewall
• Let's Encrypt
• WPS

AiProtection

• WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Personal
• WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Enterprise
• Open System & OWE
• • Maximum Firewall Keyword Filter : 64
• • Maximum Firewall Network Service Filter : 32
• • Maximum Firewall URL Filter : 64
• AiProtection
• AiProtection Pro
• • Infected Device Prevention and Blocking
• • Two-Way IPS
• • Malicious Site Blocking
• • Router Security Assessment

VPN

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

Traffic Control

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

WAN

• • PPPoE Relay
• • IPSec
• • SIP Pass-Through
• • H.323 Pass-Through
• • Static IP
• • RTSP Pass-Through
• • Automatic IP
• • IPSec Pass-Through
• • L2TP
• • L2TP Pass-Through
• • PPTP
• • PPTP Pass-Through
• • PPPoE
• Internet Connection Type :
• DDNS
• DMZ
• Port triggering
• Port forwarding
• 3G / 4G LTE dongle
• Dual WAN
• • Maximum Port Forwarding Rule : 64
• • Maximum Port Triggering Rule : 32

LAN

• Manually Assign IP Address
• Wake on LAN (WOL)
• IPTV
• DHCP Server
• • Maximum Manually Assign IP Address Rule : 64

Wireless

• MU-MIMO
• RADIUS Client
• Universal Beamforming
• Airtime Fairness
• Wireless Scheduler
• WiFi MAC Address Filter
• UTF-8 SSID
• • Maximum MAC Filters : 64

USB application

• • FAT32
• • ext4
• • ext3
• • ext2
• • vFAT
• • NTFS
• • HFS+
• Samba Server
• Shared Folder Privileges
• FTP Server
• Time Machine
• Media Server
• AiDisk
• Download Master
• AiCloud
• Safely Remove Disk

User Interface

• APP: ASUS Router APP
• WEB: ASUSWRT

Administration

• New Device Connect Notification
• Login Captcha
• Connection Diagnosis
• Auto Firmware Update
• Configuration Backup and Restore
• Diagnosis tools
• Feedback System
• System Log