Playground Router [Router] How to Enable HTTPS on ASUS Router Settings Page

Overview

This guide explains how to enable HTTPS for the ASUS router settings page.

Steps

1. Access the ASUS Settings Page

  • http://192.168.50.1
  • http://router.asus.com

2. Advanced Settings - Administration - System

2.1. Configure the Local Access Settings as Follows

  • Authentication Method: BOTH or HTTPS
  • HTTPS LAN Port: 8443
  • Click the Export button under Download Certificate to download the *.crt file.
  • Double-click the downloaded file to register it in the Keychain login items.

3. Register and Trust the Certificate in Keychain

  • Right-click the certificate named router.asus.com in Keychain and click Get Info.
  • Change the SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) setting to Always Trust as shown in the screenshot above.

4. Verify HTTPS Access

  • Enter https://router.asus.com:8443 in your browser and verify the connection.

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