Solution TL-WPA8631P Failed to Join OneMesh Network of Onemesh Routers
2022/2 Update: This has been fixed on TL-WPA8631P V3 official firmware released in Aug / Nov 2021, please download and update to the latest official firmware from the official website.
This Article Applies to:
TL-WPA8631P
Onemesh routers, such as Archer C80, Archer VR2100, Archer MR600
Issue Description/Phenomenon:
Some customers may find that they cannot set up a OneMesh Network between Onemesh routers and TL-WPA8631P KIT, and they confirm the router firmware is up-to-date, and it does support OneMesh. However, when they login to the 8631P's web interface to add it to the Onemesh network, it reports that the router is not OneMesh compatible. This article aims to provide a solution to solve the issue.
Available Solutions:
Fixed on official firmware below, make sure the firmware is the latest firmware version & up-to-date.
Firmware Update: ' Bin.' file is the firmware file for wireless powerline unit, firmware update via Web management page, here is a guide for upgrade firmware for wireless powerline unit.
How to update the firmware of Powerline ac Extender via web-based management interface (new logo)?
Note: Please check the device label to verify the country code and hardware version of your device first, and choose the correct file to download and install.
If you still cannot add the WPA8631P to the Onemesh network, we encourage you to report the issue by emailing support.forum@tp-link.com with the subject of [TP-Link Forum 268456] TL-WPA8631P Failed to Join OneMesh Network of Onemesh Routers. Be sure to provide the following information:
1. Model of the Onemesh router;
2. Router hardware and firmware version;
3. TL-WPA8631P's hardware and firmware version.