New Release EasyMesh Routers Support Building a EasyMesh Network via Ethernet Backhaul NOW
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If you're interested in the EasyMesh Wired/Ethernet Backhaul feature and would like to know which models support it before purchasing, It's suggested checking the EasyMesh Product List page for accuracy. You can use the "Wireless and Wired Combined Backhaul" filter on that page or click this link directly to find the models that support it quickly.
For your convenience, we have included a list of the models that support EasyMesh Wired/Ethernet Backhaul.
Model & Hardware |
Original Supported Firmware Version |
Update Date |
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Wi-Fi 7 Routers (BE Series) |
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| Archer GE800_V1/1.6 | 1.0.4 Build 20240128 | / |
| Archer GE650 | Official Firmware | Oct 15, 2024 |
| Archer GE550 | Official Firmware | Oct 15, 2024 |
| Archer BE900_V1&V2 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE805_V1 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE800_V1 | 1.1.1 Build 20240227 | / |
| Archer BE700 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE700 Pro | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE11000 Pro | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE550_V1 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE9300_V1 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE230 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE3600 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
Wi-Fi 6E/6 Routers (AX Series) |
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| Archer AX90_V1 | 1.2.0 Build 20241125 (Public Beta Firmware for Trial) | Nov 25, 2024 |
| Archer GXE75_V1 | Official Firmware | Oct 15, 2024 |
| Archer AXE75_V1 | 1.2.0 Build 20240320 | / |
| Archer AX58_V2 | Official Firmware | / |
| Archer AX53_V1 | 1.2.4 Build 20240206 (Public Beta Firmware for Trial) | / |
| Archer AX53_V2 | Official Firmware | / |
| Archer AX55 Pro_V2/2.6 | Official Firmware | / |
| Archer AX55 Pro_V1 | Official Firmware | Jul 25, 2024 |
| Archer AX55_V2 | 1.2.1 Build 20240909 (Pre-release Firmware) | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Archer AX55_V1/V4 | Official Firmware | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Archer AX80_V1 | 1.1.0 Build 20230915 | / |
| Archer AX72 Pro_V1 | 1.2.2 Build 20230831 | / |
| Archer AX5400 Pro_V1.6 | 1.2.2 Build 20230831 | / |
| Archer AX73_V1 | 1.3.5 Build 20230919 | / |
| Archer AX73_V2 | 1.0.11 Build 20230829 | / |
| Archer AX23_V1/V1.2 | 1.1.0 Build 20230725 | / |
| Archer AX1800_V1.2 | 1.1.0 Build 20230725 | / |
| Archer AX10_V1/V1.2/V2 | 1.3.8 Build 20230619 | / |
| Archer AX1500_V1/V1.2/V2 | 1.3.8 Build 20230619 | / |
| Archer AX72_V1 | 1.2.1 Build 20230626 | / |
| Archer AX4800_V1 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer AX4400(US)_V2.6 | 1.2.1 Build 20230626 | / |
| Archer AX20_V3 | 1.2.0 Build 240809 | Sep 30, 2024 |
| Archer AX21_V3/V3.6 | 1.2.0 Build 240809 | Sep 30, 2024 |
| Archer AX1800_V3/V3.6 | 1.2.0 Build 240809 | Sep 30, 2024 |
Wi-Fi 5 Routers (AC Series) |
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| Archer C88_V2.2 | 1.12.11 Build 230602 | / |
| Archer C80_V1&V2.2 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer A8_V1&V2.2 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer C64/A64_V1 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer C6/A6_V4 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer C86_V1 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer C59_V4/V4.80 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer AC1900_V1/V1.6 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
Some Customized Models & Hardware for the Local Market |
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| Archer AX23V(JP)_V1 | 1.0.2 Build 20240429 | For Japanese Market |
Moderator Note:
1. The availability of EasyMesh Wired/Ethernet Backhaul may vary by region even for the same model. Please check your local website for more information.
2. The above list might not include all models and hardware versions. It is recommended to keep watching the firmware releases for your router, as the EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul will be listed in the patch notes if/when it is added to your version.
Some of our EasyMesh Wi-Fi routers have added support for establishing a seamless mesh network via EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul. You can now connect two or more EasyMesh devices together by wiring the satellite device to the main EasyMesh router. Please check for the updates on your router web GUI or Tether App for the new firmware, update and install the latest official firmware on the router to explore all the new features like EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul.
Or you can download the latest official version from the local website and upgrade the firmware manually as follows:
How to Upgrade the firmware version of the TP-Link Wireless Router
Releases Notes for Archer C80/A8/C64, etc.:
New Features/Enhancement and Bug Fixes:
1. Improved EasyMesh features and added support for Ethernet Backhaul.
2. Fixed the bug that settings of DHCP server reset after the router reboots.
3. Fixed the bug that some wireless clients behind an extender are incorrectly identified as wired in client list.
4. Fixed the bug that could not bridge Wi-Fi using WPA3 encryption.
5. Fixed the bug that Network generates loops under specific scenarios.
6. Optimized packet filtering rules.
Releases Notes for Archer AX4400/AX72:
New Features/Enhancement:
This firmware contains important updates for HomeShield Pro, and we strongly recommend all HomeShield Pro users upgrade to this firmware.
You will be unable to downgrade to the previous firmware version after updating this firmware.
1. Newly support EasyMesh and Ethernet Backhaul;
2. Newly support to set LAN DNS server as WAN port DNS server;
3. Newly support Google Assistant function;
4. Newly support Tether Wireless Advanced Configuration;
5. Newly add Access Time Control and Bandwidth Control functions for the Guest Network;
6. Added Advanced features into AP mode;
7. Added flow control switch;
8. Added IoT network feature;
9. Added VPN Client feature;
10. Added Speed limit feature;
11. Optimized Quick Setup feature;
12. Optimized web UI of IPTV feature;
13. Port Forwarding maximum entries increased to 64;
14. Enhanced the stability and reliability of the HomeShield pro;
15. Removed some built-in NTP servers;
Bug Fixes:
Fixed some bugs related to the HomeShield feature.
NOTE:
To fully utilize all HomeShield Pro features, we recommend that you download and install the latest version of the Tether app on your mobile device.
For Android users: Recommended Tether version 4.1.23 or later
For iOS users: Recommended Tether version 4.1.11 or later
This latest version also includes some other enhancements and bug fixes. Take your time to explore all the great features or enhancements. Comment below if you have any feedback or run into any issues — we’re here to help.
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Any timeline on Archer C80 V2 getting Easy Mesh?
I bought a second archer c80 online and it turned out to be V2 (1st one was V1) and it can't be returned.
Also have been trying to check updates every day on the C80 V2 router everyday since Jan 30th after the below post.
https://community.tp-link.com/en/home/forum/topic/521918?replyId=1173578
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Sorry that I have no idea either why your device doesn't get the EasyMesh firmware.
It's suggested to contact the local tech support to be advised further just in case there is any customized firmware for it:
https://www.tp-link.com/support/contact-technical-support/#Hotline-Support
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Thanks Kevin for the response.
Archer C80 V2.0 seems a different hardware version than C80 V2.2. Considering Version 1 & Version 2.2 have got the updates, wondering if 2.0 updates are planned or not.
From TP-Link Global site Support -> Download Center
- Firmware for C80 Version 2.0
- Firmware for C80 Version 2.20
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You are right. V2.0 and V2.20 are different hardware versions, but I don't know either why there is no EasyMesh firmware for V2.0 and I assume the V2.0 version would be a customized version for some areas.
Have you contacted local tech support? I believe they would help confirm it and help with a solution.
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@Kevin_Z Do you have any idea when we could expect an update for Archer AX72? I've got 2 and I'd really love to avail of the fast switching... I'd be willing to try the Beta firmware.
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Same issues. I have an AX73 as a main router and a C80 as satellite One. The only way to make them work together was by pressing the WPS button on both. I tried the other way and to enter in configuration of the main router (AX73) but was impossible. Only after WPS was showing the C80 attached in the One Mesh, and showing me the clients connect.
I was using the guest network to connect only my IoT devices but I had to stopped doing it since it was impossible to activate the guest network in the satellite router (C80).
2weeks a go, I manage to put ethernet wire through my walls (just around 50meters) to connect both routers and looks like everything was good and everything work nicely for a couple days but I started having problems since I want to check again if the issue was solved and I tried again to activate the guest network and to change other stuff and the connection stopped working till I unplugged the satellite router (C80). I had to restart it and did the same WPS process to make it work again before be able to connect through ethernet again.
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Goodday, Same firmware issue here ( C80 v2.20 ). May i receive the right firmware? Tia, Thom
The trick for this issue is found here https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/download/archer-c80/#Firmware ( stay at the ENglish page !! )
First take the oldest and then the next one and after the latest issue solved 
Regards,
Thom
* EDIT * The NL support page is missing the link to the correct firmware
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RoodRood wrote
Same issues. I have an AX73 as a main router and a C80 as satellite One. The only way to make them work together was by pressing the WPS button on both. I tried the other way and to enter in configuration of the main router (AX73) but was impossible. Only after WPS was showing the C80 attached in the One Mesh, and showing me the clients connect.
I was using the guest network to connect only my IoT devices but I had to stopped doing it since it was impossible to activate the guest network in the satellite router (C80).
2weeks a go, I manage to put ethernet wire through my walls (just around 50meters) to connect both routers and looks like everything was good and everything work nicely for a couple days but I started having problems since I want to check again if the issue was solved and I tried again to activate the guest network and to change other stuff and the connection stopped working till I unplugged the satellite router (C80). I had to restart it and did the same WPS process to make it work again before be able to connect through ethernet again.
@RoodRood Can you explain in detail why you cannot add the satellite router via EasyMesh? When you logged into the web GUI of the main router, will you be able to find the satellite router? Please check and install the latest firmware on both routers.
Regarding the Guest Network, it has been discussed previously on this thread that EasyMesh doesn't support extending the Guest Network at the moment.
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Goodday, Same firmware issue here ( C80 v2.20 ). May i receive the right firmware? Tia, Thom
The trick for this issue is found here https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/download/archer-c80/#Firmware ( stay at the ENglish page !! )
First take the oldest and then the next one and after the latest issue solved
Regards,
Thom
Regarding the new firmware for Archer C80 v2.20, you can check for updates on the router web interface page or via the Tether App as described below:
How to Upgrade the Firmware on the TP-Link Wi-Fi Routers (Case 2)
We will report to the local website admins to publish the new firmware ASAP.
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@Kevin_Z,
An automatic update was attempted, but the system listed firmware for the V1 version.
Bit weird because I have V2.20 so I did the manual way of updating.
In addition, I cannot change the wireless channels? I have 1 C80 as router and 1 C80 as AP. Still not working properly (Settings / Ethernet backhaul)
Regards,
Thom
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