TUF-BE6500

Asus TUF Gaming BE6500 Dual Band WiFi 7 extendable Gaming Router

Asus TUF Gaming BE6500 Dual Band WiFi 7 extendable Gaming Router, 688+5764 Mbps BE6500 Ultimate be performance, Up to 688 Mbps WiFi 7 (2.4GHz), Up to 5764 Mbps WiFi 7 (5GHz), External fixed antenna x 6, Operating mode - Wireless Router mode / AiMesh Node mode / Access Point mode / Media Bridge mode / Repeater mode, 1x 2.5GbE port for WAN, 3x 2.5GbE ports for LAN, 1x USB 3.2 Gen1, AiMesh

Overview:

TUF Gaming BE6500 (TUF-BE6500)
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.

Features:

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.

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.

Open a New Era of Ultra-Fast Gaming

• 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.

• 1.5 GHz CPU Clock Rate
• Quad-CoreCPU
• 1 GB DDR4 RAM
• 256 MB FLASH

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.

Connected with Peace of Mind
Stay protected with top-tier security and privacy offered by a VPN's encrypted connections. No worries about your location and browsing habits, passwords, and sensitive data, even when you're using public WiFi.

Hassle-free Commercial-grade Protection
AiProtection Pro protects your router against ever-evolving online threats like malware, viruses, intrusions, and phishing attacks - with just a single tap.

Safeguard Every Device and Everyone
Effortlessly customize WiFi networks tailored to modern smart home needs, ensuring all your devices and your loved ones are protected.

24/7 Protection Made Easy
AiProtection Pro includes a toolbox for diagnosing network health, fine-tuning settings, and receiving on-the-go notifications. Stay vigilant and secure, even when you are away.

One-tap Security Scan
One-tap router security assessment identifies vulnerabilities in your security settings, preventing malicious activities or infected devices.

Auto Security Upgrade
Secure your router with incorporated security measures that continuously update files and scans to protect against malware and emerging threats.

Instant Notifications
Receive instant notifications for new device connections to block unknown devices from accessing your network or group new devices into a user profile.

Stay Protected Anywhere, Anytime
Secure browsing, data privacy, remote access - ASUS extensive VPN capabilities handle it all.

Comprehensive VPN features
Enjoy versatile VPN protocols, including the cutting-edge Wireguard  for lightning-fast speeds and optimal performance.

Multiple VPN Connection
Connect to multiple encrypted VPN tunnels simultaneously while maintaining the internet access without interruption.

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

IoT Network
Set up and manage all your IoT devices under one secure SSID to provide enhanced security with commercial-grade protection.

Kid's Network
Create a dedicated SSID just for the kids to easily manage their screen time without needing to configure each device individually.

VPN Network
Connect to your preferred VPN service with a single click through a dedicated subnetwork.

Specifications:

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Specifications
Product Code	TUF-BE6500
Model	TUF Gaming BE6500
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 Frequency	2.4 GHz
	5 GHz
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
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
	Warranty card
Product Weight (g)	772 g
Product Dimensions	304 x 174 x 214 mm
AiMesh	AiMesh
	Primary AiMesh Router
	AiMesh Node
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
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