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ASUS RT-BE82U (BE6500) Dual-Band WiFi 7 Extendable Router

2.5GbE x5 / USB 3.2 x1

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ASUS RT-BE82U (BE6500) Dual-Band WiFi 7 Extendable Router

2.5GbE x5 / USB 3.2 x1

  • Brand: ASUS
  • MPN: RT-BE82U
  • Part #: NETASU6494666
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  • Brand: ASUS
  • MPN: RT-BE82U
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Wireless Technology

WiFi 7 (802.11be)

Ethernet Ports Per Unit

5

USB Ports

Yes

Wireless Transmission Speed

Not Specified

WiFi Bands

Dual

Cellular Connectivity

Not Specified

HyperFibre Compatible

Not Specified

Coverage Area

Not Specified

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Features

ASUS WiFi 7 Dual-Band Extendable Router, 4K-QAM, MLO, Five 2.5GbE ports, Commercial-Grade Network Security, Parental Control, IoT network, Kid's network and VPN network

- Ultrafast WiFi 7 - WiFi 7 (802.11be) dual-band extendable router boosts speed up to 6500 Mbps, with 4096-QAM increasing a single frequency band's transmission speed by 1.2 times?
- Five 2.5GbE Ports - 2.5GbE ports prioritize traffic, optimizing wired internet connectivity for maximum performance
- Hassle-free AiMesh Extendable Network - AiMesh extendable routers enable whole home seamless roaming with rich, advanced features
- Multi-link Operation - Link to multiple bands at the same time to ensure stable internet connections and efficient data transfers?
- Commercial-Grade Network Security - AiProtection powered by Trend Micro™, plus a one-tap security scan and Safe Browsing

Worry-Free Smart Home WiFi 7

Elevate your smart home with blazing-fast dual-band Wi-Fi 7 speeds of up to 6500 Mbps and boosted coverage with AI-boosted Smart AiMesh technology. With next-gen ASUS Network Security and a suite of advanced network technologies such as IoT Network, the RT-BE82U safeguard your network end-to-end, 24/7.

Faster, Smarter Home WiFi 7

The ASUS RT-BE82U boasts cutting-edge WiFi 7 technology. Enjoy next-generation speeds and connected experiences for home entertainment and cloud computing, including 8K streaming, HDR gaming, content creation, and AI network.

Blazing-Fast WiFi Speeds

The RT-BE82U unleashes blazing-fast dual-band WiFi 7 speeds of up to 6500 Mbps, ensuring seamless streaming, gaming, and compatibility with legacy IoT devices.

Comprehensive MLO Support

Multi-Link Operation (MLO) enables buffering-free connection by intelligently combining and switching between the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. ASUS RT-BE82U is built for the future of all WiFi 7 devices, regardless of the MLO mode they use*.

Advanced 160 MHz Channels

The RT-BE82U supports ultrawide 160 MHz channels, delivering ultrafast data transfer rates, reduced latency, and enhanced performance for a smoother network experience.

Efficient 4K-QAM Transmission

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

WiFi 7 Powering AiMesh

RT-BE82U utilizes the power of WiFi 7 MLO into next-gen AiMesh technology, delivering wider coverage, a more stable and secure network and a feature-rich network experience - all under one network name for your entire smart home.

Extend Your Network Easily

RT-BE82U extends your home network easily with any AiMesh-compatible ASUS router, regardless of WiFi generation. By repurposing your older routers as mesh nodes, you can enhance your network coverage while reducing electronic waste.

Values Beyond Extension

AiMesh goes beyond just extending coverage or seamless roaming. It works with all compatible ASUS routers, offering easy management, advanced security, and smart home features across your entire network.

Engineered for Always-On Connection

The robust design of the ASUS RT-BE82U delivers next-level WiFi and network performance and superior reliability. With four external antennas and Six high-power front-end modules, it eliminates WiFi dead zones, delivering reliable signals in all directions.

Next-gen Powerhouse

Fueled by a quad-core 2.0 GHz CPU and 1 GB of RAM, the RT-BE82U delivers exceptional processing power. This unleashes advanced features, optimizing your network for smoother 8K streaming, HDR gaming, and enhanced AI networking.

Five 2.5G Ports

The RT-BE82U includes five 2.5G Ethernet ports, ready for next-gen entertainment, home studios and ultra-fast 2.5 Gbps ethernet backhaul.

Versatile WAN Options

The RT-BE82U provides versatile WANs, including a 2.5G WAN port, four 2.5G LAN ports, and a USB WAN for flexible network configurations.

4G LTE & 5G Mobile Tethering

Convenient USB 4G LTE and 5G mobile tethering allows you to stay connected anytime ? on the go or even during internet outages.

Specifications

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 antenna x 4

Transmit / Receive

2.4GHz 2x2
5GHz 4x4

Processor

2.0 GHz quad-core processor

Memory

256 MB Flash
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
Access point mode
Media bridge mode

I/O Ports

1x 2.5G for WAN,
4x 2.5G for LAN,
USB 3.2 Gen 1 x 1

Buttons

WPS Button, Reset Button, Power Button

LED Indicator

Power x 1
WAN x 1
LAN x 1
2.4GHz WiFi x 1
5GHz WiFi x 1

Power Supply

AC Input : 100V~240V (50~60Hz)
DC Output : 12 V with max. 3 A current

Package Content

RT-BE82U
RJ-45 cable
Power adapter
Quick Start Guide
Warranty card

Product Weight (g)

502g

Product Dimensions

238 x 147 x 97 mm

AiMesh

AiMesh
- Primary AiMesh Router
- AiMesh Node

Parental Control

"Allow you to block access to unwanted websites and apps."
Web & Apps Filters
Time Scheduling
Safe Browsing
Customized Internet Schedule

Guest Network

"The Guest Network provides Internet connection for guests but restricts access to your local network."
Support Guest Network
- Maximum Guest Network Rule : 2.4GHz x3, 5GHz x3
Guest Network Connection Time Limit

Security

AiProtection
VPN
WPS support, WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise
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
- 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

Traffic Control

Adaptive QoS
- Bandwidth Monitor
- Bandwidth Limiter
-- Maximum Bandwidth Limiter Rule : 32
Traditional QoS
-- Maximum Traditional QoS Rule : 32
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
Dual WAN
3G / 4G LTE dongle
4G / 5G Auto Mobile Tethering
Port forwarding
- Maximum Port Forwarding Rule : 64
Port triggering
- Maximum Port Triggering Rule : 32
DMZ
DDNS
NAT Passthrough : PPTP Pass-Through, L2TP Pass-Through, IPSec Pass-Through, RTSP Pass-Through, H.323 Pass-Through, SIP Pass-Through, PPPoE relay

LAN

DHCP Server
IGMP Snooping
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
Explicit Beamforming

USB application

4G / 5G Auto Mobile Tethering
File System : HFS+, NTFS, vFAT, ext2, ext3, ext4
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

Manufacturer Part No:
RT-BE82U
Brand:
Product Type:
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UPC
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Product Family:
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Shipping Weight:
1 kg
PB Part No:
NETASU6494666
Product Model:
RT-BE82U
Warranty: 12 months *
* Warranty period is as stated above unless the manufacturer has chosen to specify a longer period.
All warranties are return to base unless otherwise specified.

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Next Day Delivery

Need your order in a hurry? PB Tech offers next day delivery for local Auckland addresses. Simple place your order before 4pm (provided your items are in stock) and select our next day delivery option in the checkout. T&C's apply. Learn more about Next Day Delivery.

Same Day Delivery

Need your order in a hurry? PB Tech offers same day delivery for Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington and Christchurch. Simple place your order before 1pm (provided your items are in stock) and select one of our same day delivery options 'Evening Delivery' or 'Urgent 3-hour Delivery' in the checkout. T&C's apply. Learn more about Same Day Delivery.

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To calculate what the shipping costs will be for your order, add the items you are interested in to your cart, view the Shopping Cart page, and select your 'Delivery Area' to calculate the shipping cost.

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You can pick-up your online order from any of our stores nationwide. You can select which store you want to pick up from at the checkout. Provided the store you select has stock and there's no hold-ups with payment we will have your order ready within 1 hour (during normal trading hours for that store) otherwise it may take up to 5 working days to transfer the stock to the store so your order can be fulfilled. Learn more about our Click & Collect process.

Overseas Shipments

PB Tech regularly ships overseas to Australia and beyond. If you are located in Australia, you can order directly from our Australian site www.pbtech.com/au. If you are from another country you can order from www.pbtech.com

Returns & Warranty

7 day right of exchange

If you change your mind after making a purchase, or realise you have ordered the incorrect item, you can enjoy the peace of mind that we offer a 7 day exchange policy.

To exchange a product, goods must be sealed and unopened, with packaging in original condition, accompanied by a valid receipt dated no more than 7 calendar days from when you request an exchange. A 20% restocking fee may be applied where goods are not returned in sealed, original packaging condition.

If there is not a suitable product that can be exchanged for your returned item you will be offered a credit on your account or gift card based on the value paid at the time of purchase. Items purchased on finance cannot be exchanged for a gift card.

 

Hassle free warranty service

If your product develops a fault within the manufacturer warranty period, you can either contact the manufacturer directly (some manufacturers provide a high level of warranty service - including free pickup or in some cases onsite repair), or return to one of our services centres / stores. Where the product has been directly imported by PB Tech, you need to contact us directly or present the product at any one of our service centres / stores together with your proof of purchase.

If your product develops a fault outside of the manufacturer warranty or PB Tech warranty period, we offer a full repair service and are an authorised repair agent for leading brands such as Samsung, HP, Toshiba, Lenovo and more.

 

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To contact the manufacturer directly to troubleshoot your product or to request a warranty repair, please view the list of manufacturer / brand warranty contacts (for products imported directly by PB Tech please return to us directly by completing our request a return form).

To return a product to PB Tech directly, please complete our request a return form.

Or view our returns policy for more information.

ASUS RT-BE82U (BE6500) Dual-Band WiFi 7 Extendable Router 2.5GbE x5 / USB 3.2 x1

  • Brand: ASUS
  • MPN: RT-BE82U
  • Part #: NETASU6494666
PB Tech price $390.43 Excluding GST PB Tech price $448.99 Including GST

Date Created: 09:00, 14-10-2025
Product URL: https://www.pbtech.co.nz/product/NETASU6494666/ASUS-RT-BE82U-BE6500-Dual-Band-WiFi-7-Extendable-R?srsltid=AfmBOorlUlYa6yjX6zfaSEVmyuWyJRA7MLAEaTztVND8j_1OHqboWnm1
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Dunedin 0

Features

ASUS WiFi 7 Dual-Band Extendable Router, 4K-QAM, MLO, Five 2.5GbE ports, Commercial-Grade Network Security, Parental Control, IoT network, Kid's network and VPN network

- Ultrafast WiFi 7 - WiFi 7 (802.11be) dual-band extendable router boosts speed up to 6500 Mbps, with 4096-QAM increasing a single frequency band's transmission speed by 1.2 times?
- Five 2.5GbE Ports - 2.5GbE ports prioritize traffic, optimizing wired internet connectivity for maximum performance
- Hassle-free AiMesh Extendable Network - AiMesh extendable routers enable whole home seamless roaming with rich, advanced features
- Multi-link Operation - Link to multiple bands at the same time to ensure stable internet connections and efficient data transfers?
- Commercial-Grade Network Security - AiProtection powered by Trend Micro™, plus a one-tap security scan and Safe Browsing

Worry-Free Smart Home WiFi 7

Elevate your smart home with blazing-fast dual-band Wi-Fi 7 speeds of up to 6500 Mbps and boosted coverage with AI-boosted Smart AiMesh technology. With next-gen ASUS Network Security and a suite of advanced network technologies such as IoT Network, the RT-BE82U safeguard your network end-to-end, 24/7.

Faster, Smarter Home WiFi 7

The ASUS RT-BE82U boasts cutting-edge WiFi 7 technology. Enjoy next-generation speeds and connected experiences for home entertainment and cloud computing, including 8K streaming, HDR gaming, content creation, and AI network.

Blazing-Fast WiFi Speeds

The RT-BE82U unleashes blazing-fast dual-band WiFi 7 speeds of up to 6500 Mbps, ensuring seamless streaming, gaming, and compatibility with legacy IoT devices.

Comprehensive MLO Support

Multi-Link Operation (MLO) enables buffering-free connection by intelligently combining and switching between the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. ASUS RT-BE82U is built for the future of all WiFi 7 devices, regardless of the MLO mode they use*.

Advanced 160 MHz Channels

The RT-BE82U supports ultrawide 160 MHz channels, delivering ultrafast data transfer rates, reduced latency, and enhanced performance for a smoother network experience.

Efficient 4K-QAM Transmission

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

WiFi 7 Powering AiMesh

RT-BE82U utilizes the power of WiFi 7 MLO into next-gen AiMesh technology, delivering wider coverage, a more stable and secure network and a feature-rich network experience - all under one network name for your entire smart home.

Extend Your Network Easily

RT-BE82U extends your home network easily with any AiMesh-compatible ASUS router, regardless of WiFi generation. By repurposing your older routers as mesh nodes, you can enhance your network coverage while reducing electronic waste.

Values Beyond Extension

AiMesh goes beyond just extending coverage or seamless roaming. It works with all compatible ASUS routers, offering easy management, advanced security, and smart home features across your entire network.

Engineered for Always-On Connection

The robust design of the ASUS RT-BE82U delivers next-level WiFi and network performance and superior reliability. With four external antennas and Six high-power front-end modules, it eliminates WiFi dead zones, delivering reliable signals in all directions.

Next-gen Powerhouse

Fueled by a quad-core 2.0 GHz CPU and 1 GB of RAM, the RT-BE82U delivers exceptional processing power. This unleashes advanced features, optimizing your network for smoother 8K streaming, HDR gaming, and enhanced AI networking.

Five 2.5G Ports

The RT-BE82U includes five 2.5G Ethernet ports, ready for next-gen entertainment, home studios and ultra-fast 2.5 Gbps ethernet backhaul.

Versatile WAN Options

The RT-BE82U provides versatile WANs, including a 2.5G WAN port, four 2.5G LAN ports, and a USB WAN for flexible network configurations.

4G LTE & 5G Mobile Tethering

Convenient USB 4G LTE and 5G mobile tethering allows you to stay connected anytime ? on the go or even during internet outages.

Specifications

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 antenna x 4

Transmit / Receive

2.4GHz 2x2
5GHz 4x4

Processor

2.0 GHz quad-core processor

Memory

256 MB Flash
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
Access point mode
Media bridge mode

I/O Ports

1x 2.5G for WAN,
4x 2.5G for LAN,
USB 3.2 Gen 1 x 1

Buttons

WPS Button, Reset Button, Power Button

LED Indicator

Power x 1
WAN x 1
LAN x 1
2.4GHz WiFi x 1
5GHz WiFi x 1

Power Supply

AC Input : 100V~240V (50~60Hz)
DC Output : 12 V with max. 3 A current

Package Content

RT-BE82U
RJ-45 cable
Power adapter
Quick Start Guide
Warranty card

Product Weight (g)

502g

Product Dimensions

238 x 147 x 97 mm

AiMesh

AiMesh
- Primary AiMesh Router
- AiMesh Node

Parental Control

"Allow you to block access to unwanted websites and apps."
Web & Apps Filters
Time Scheduling
Safe Browsing
Customized Internet Schedule

Guest Network

"The Guest Network provides Internet connection for guests but restricts access to your local network."
Support Guest Network
- Maximum Guest Network Rule : 2.4GHz x3, 5GHz x3
Guest Network Connection Time Limit

Security

AiProtection
VPN
WPS support, WPA/WPA2/WPA3-Personal, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise
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
- 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

Traffic Control

Adaptive QoS
- Bandwidth Monitor
- Bandwidth Limiter
-- Maximum Bandwidth Limiter Rule : 32
Traditional QoS
-- Maximum Traditional QoS Rule : 32
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
Dual WAN
3G / 4G LTE dongle
4G / 5G Auto Mobile Tethering
Port forwarding
- Maximum Port Forwarding Rule : 64
Port triggering
- Maximum Port Triggering Rule : 32
DMZ
DDNS
NAT Passthrough : PPTP Pass-Through, L2TP Pass-Through, IPSec Pass-Through, RTSP Pass-Through, H.323 Pass-Through, SIP Pass-Through, PPPoE relay

LAN

DHCP Server
IGMP Snooping
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
Explicit Beamforming

USB application

4G / 5G Auto Mobile Tethering
File System : HFS+, NTFS, vFAT, ext2, ext3, ext4
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

Date Created: 09:00, 14-10-2025
Product URL: https://www.pbtech.co.nz/product/NETASU6494666/ASUS-RT-BE82U-BE6500-Dual-Band-WiFi-7-Extendable-R?srsltid=AfmBOorlUlYa6yjX6zfaSEVmyuWyJRA7MLAEaTztVND8j_1OHqboWnm1