How to customize your ROG peripherals with Gear Link — no downloads required

At ROG, we give you the tools to play the way you want to play. And that doesn’t just mean multiple hardware offerings built for varying use cases: it means being able to configure that hardware to fit your own preferences and needs. Want more sensitive joysticks with a smaller deadzone? You got it. Want to remap the extra buttons on your mouse to something that fits your workflow? You can make it happen. From macros to RGB to specialized options like Speed Tap, we give you the ultimate in power and flexibility through our software.

But not everyone wants to install a separate program just to adjust their settings. While our Armoury Crate software has a host of features for power users to make the most of their PC, those looking for a few quick tweaks may find Gear Link more suitable. Gear Link is a web-based tool that gives you access to the most essential customizations for your mouse, keyboard, gamepad, or headset, all without needing to install a thing. (Though there are some small downloadable modules if you want a few more advanced features.) Here’s how to use Gear Link with your new ROG setup.

Launch Gear Link in your browser and connect your peripherals

Getting started couldn’t be simpler: just head to gearlink.asus.com in your browser of choice and click the Connect button. Click the Allow button in the popup that appears, and you should see your compatible peripherals show up in a drop-down menu in your browser. If you don’t see your peripherals, ensure they’re connected to your PC and turned on. (For example, the ROG Delta II needs to be plugged in via USB or turned on with the wireless USB receiver plugged in.)

Once connected, you should see all your settings appear. You may want to maximize your browser to see the full menu of options — depending on your device, there may be quite a few!

Tweaking settings and updating your firmware

The Device Information page will give you an overview of your settings, and you can click on any of them to start adjusting. You can also navigate using the tabs on the left to see everything available for that specific device, including button configurations, lighting options, and more. If your device supports multiple profiles, you can select a new one from the dropdown menu at the top of the left sidebar.

You might also want to check for firmware updates, which can provide new features or improved stability. Click the circular update button in the upper-right corner of the Gear Link window to see if any updates are available for your device — if you see one is ready, just click the Update button to flash the new firmware to your mouse, keyboard, controller, or headset.

Installing companion modules and going further

While Gear Link contains many of the most important options for your devices, some may prompt you to download a companion package. This is required for certain more advanced features that require more than just a web browser — but will still offer a more lightweight solution than a full suite of software.

To install a companion, click the wrench icon in the upper-right corner of the Gear Link window to see the companion modules available. In the example above, my Delta II has an Audio companion that allows access to Virtual Surround, Voice Clarity, and other audio features. Your mouse or keyboard may also have a Macro companion that allows for more complex button mappings. Just click the Macro button in the upper-left corner to get there after installing the companion.

Gear Link is designed to give you the essential tools without getting in your way — get in, perfect your settings, and get back to gaming. Of course, if you have a full ROG setup and want even more features, from fan tuning to custom Aura Sync animations, you’ll want to check out our full Armoury Crate software.

Frequently asked questions

Q. What’s the difference between Armoury Crate, Armoury Crate Gear, and Gear Link?

A. Armoury Crate is our full software suite for configuring your ROG gear — from laptops to motherboards and peripherals. With advanced features like scenario profiles, Aura Sync RGB, and more, it’s your one-stop shop for everything. Armoury Crate Gear was a smaller, more lightweight piece of configuration software which has been replaced by the new Gear Link — a fully web-based tool that allows you to configure your peripherals with no extra software required.

Q. What ROG devices support Gear Link?

A. Gear Link currently supports all ROG mice, keyboards, and gamepads released from 2026 onward, as well as a few legacy models. You can see a full compatibility list on this page.

Q. Do I need to download anything to use Gear Link?

A. Nope! Gear Link works entirely in your browser and gives you access to most of its functions without any extra software required. There are, however, small companion tools you can install to enhance some of Gear Link’s capabilities, depending on your device.

Q. Will older peripherals get Gear Link support?

A. While we are focusing Gear Link support on devices released from 2026 and beyond, Gear Link will also support a selection of previous models as well. Stay tuned to the Gear Link support page for more info.

Q. Does Gear Link use any resources on my PC?

A. While Gear Link is open, it uses a typical amount of resources for an interactive browser tab. However, once you’ve applied your settings, you can close Gear Link completely and game without any extra background processes. If you have a companion installed, it may use minimal resources in the background for the extra functions it controls.

Q. My device isn’t showing up in Gear Link. How can I fix it?

A. To start, make sure your mouse, keyboard, gamepad, or headset is supported by Gear Link and that it’s turned on and connected to your PC. Note that it must be connected via USB or the wireless USB receiver; Bluetooth is not supported for configuration in Gear Link (but your configurations will work when using the device over Bluetooth after you’ve applied them). Make sure the device is turned on and connected (for something like the Raikiri II, that means that the switch on the back is in the correct position and the Xbox button has been held down to fully turn the gamepad on.) Finally, make sure your browser has been granted the requisite permission to access your hardware.

Q. Can I use Gear Link offline?

A. Yes, Gear Link can bs used when you are not connected to the internet, under certain conditions: you must have already connected the device to Gear Link previously, and the tab must remain open before you lose connection.