Official Firmware of VPN Client for Archer AX11000/AX6000 V1 is available

Official Firmware of VPN Client for Archer AX11000/AX6000 V1 is available

Official Firmware of VPN Client for Archer AX11000/AX6000 V1 is available
Official Firmware of VPN Client for Archer AX11000/AX6000 V1 is available
2022-08-25 10:55:02 - last edited 2023-03-06 08:14:48
Hardware Version: V1
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Hello Everyone,

 

We are happy to announce the official release of the new VPN Client firmware for Archer AX11000/AX6000 V1. With this new firmware, you will now be able to configure it as a VPN Client to connect to a VPN Server.

 

Visit the following article to understand how to configure the VPN Client on the Archer AX11000/AX6000:

How to install a VPN on TP-Link Wi-Fi Router (For Express VPN, NordVPN, etc.)

 

Ready for the new firmware? Click on Check for Updates on your router web GUI or on the Tether App, or you could download the latest firmware from the local website and install it manually on your router. 

Archer AX11000_V1_1.3.2 Build 20221128 Official version (Updated on Dec 30, 2022)

Archer AX6000_V1_1.3.0 Build 20221208 Official version (Updated on Mar 6, 2023)

 

Note: Some new features would not be available when the router is working in Access Point mode.

 

 

New Features/Enhancement for Archer AX11000 V1:

 

1. Improved the stability of the system;

2. Added VPN client;
3. Added switch for the QoS feature;
4. Added IPTV settings in the Tether APP;
5. Optimized Online Client List feature;
6. Optimized the link aggregation feature;
7. Optimized the wireless schedule feature;
8. Modified the Hostname to "ArcherAX11000";

 

Bug fixed:
1. Fixed some security issues;
2. Fixed the bug that the router keeps dropping connection in some cases;
3. Fixed the bug that some applications fail to open the UPnP ports;
4. Fixed the bug that time machine feature couldn't find the USB backup path after updating the MacOS 13.1 version;
5. Fixed the bug that Alexa custom skill can't enable the WPS feature.

 

 

New Features/Enhancement for Archer AX6000 V1:

 

1. Added VPN client;
2. Added switch for the QoS feature;
3. Added IPTV settings in the Tether APP;
4. Optimized Online Client List feature;
5. Optimized the link aggregation feature;
6. Optimized the wireless schedule feature;
7. Improved the stability of the system;
8. Improved the web management UI.

 

Bug fixed:
1. Fixed some security issues;
2. Fixed the bug that the router keeps dropping connection in some cases;
3. Fixed the bug that some applications fail to open the UPnP ports;
4. Fixed the bug that time machine feature couldn't find the USB backup path after updating the MacOS 13.1 version.

 

*This official version for Archer AX6000 V1 will not be allowed to be downgraded to the previous version after updating.

 

 

This latest version for Archer AX11000/AX6000 V1 also includes some other enhancements and bug fixes. Be sure to update your Tether App to the latest version in order 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.

 

 

Related Articles:

How to Connect TP-Link Router to a third-party VPN Provider (For ExpressVPN, NordVPN, etc.)

What is a VPN client? How to set one up on a TP-Link router.

Manually create the unified format for OpenVPN profile when connecting to CyberGhost OpenVPN Server
What can I do if VPN Client is not working?

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Re:Discussion or Issue Report after Upgrading to latest official Archer AX11000 1.3.1 Build 20220721
2022-08-25 15:51:08

  @Kevin_Z 

 

1. Is the internet connection 100% stable before this firmware update?

Yes as far as I am aware the internet working fine upto the point it stops. Working and suddenly stopped this afternoon. Other times it failed while I was sleeping so not sure

 

Is updating the AX11000 firmware to 1.3.1 Build 20220721 the only change before and after the internet issue occurs?

Yes, nothing else has changed on the network. I was using an earlier version of FW, then the beta version with VPN client and these worked. I then upgraded to 1.3.1 and the problems started the next mroning. 

 

2. When the internet is not available, what is the LED status on the AX11000, orange or white?

I will climb into the roof to check the next time it happens laugh

 

3. Will the internet recover if you click the Release then Renew on its web GUI?

I can try this next time. So far I used the tether app Reboot option or the the same option in the web GUI. Nothing else. Did not power cycle the router nor the fiber modem. 

 

4. Your Country and your Internet Provider.

New Zealand and Slingshot

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Re:Discussion or Issue Report after Upgrading to latest official Archer AX11000 1.3.1 Build 20220721
2022-08-25 21:30:31 - last edited 2022-08-25 21:36:07

  @Kevin_Z 

Thank you for opening this thread, hopefully we'll get the problems solved.

 

Regarding point 3:

1. What if you refresh the Client list, will those devices disappear?

No, refreshing the router's client list does not make the devices disappear.

2. How about the client devices that connect to the AX11000 directly, are they displaying correctly when they are powered on or off?

Those connected directly to the AX11000 are not a problem, they display correctly.

 

EDIT:

I'd just like to add that I experienced the "stickiness" problem while using the AX11000 with an RE600X range extender, on latest firmware (dated 2021-11-29).

I've also got an RE505X range extender, so I'll test that in OneMesh, too, at some point, however I much prefer the RE600X, not least because of its excellent range and WPA3 support.

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Re:Discussion or Issue Report after Upgrading to latest official Archer AX11000 1.3.1 Build 20220721
2022-08-26 02:47:44

  @doingnz 

 

LED on the AX11000 was orange

 

Yes there was an IP address in the web UI.

 

The status in web ui above WAN IP was "Poor internet" or words to that effect. 

 

Release/renew restored the internet connection. I have a static IP, so the same IP address was restored. 

 

log attached. 

File:
syslog-2022-08-26.zipDownload
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Re:Discussion or Issue Report after Upgrading to latest official Archer AX11000 1.3.1 Build 20220721
2022-08-26 03:31:56

  @Kevin_Z 

 

Regarding this issue, we would like to know:

1. Is the internet connection 100% stable before this firmware update? Is updating the AX11000 firmware to 1.3.1 Build 20220721 the only change before and after the internet issue occurs?

 

100% stable prior to the FW update.

 

 

2. When the internet is not available, what is the LED status on the AX11000, orange or white?

 

LED turns red

 

3. Will the internet recover if you click the Release then Renew on its web GUI?

 

Yes, recovers on release/review

 

4. Your Country and your Internet Provider.

 

Ontario Canada / ISP TelMAx which runs on Rogers infrastructure. 

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Re:Discussion or Issue Report after Upgrading to latest official Archer AX11000 1.3.1 Build 20220721
2022-08-26 06:02:19

@doingnz  @Dreday7722 

 

Thank you both very much for the additional information regarding the internet connection issue.

 

To assist and figure it out efficiently, I've forwarded your case to the TP-Link support engineers who will contact you with your registered email address later. Please pay attention to your email box for follow-up. Thank you.

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Re:Discussion or Issue Report after Upgrading to latest official Archer AX11000 1.3.1 Build 20220721
2022-08-26 06:27:53

  @Kevin_Z 

 

2. Connection Alerts on the Tether APP is no longer available.

 

------------ Reported by @m1hn3a, and the initial description is as follows:

 

https://community.tp-link.com/en/home/forum/topic/272492?replyId=1125284

 

 

 

Regarding this issue, we would like to know:

 

1. What is the Tether APP version, iOS or Android version?

 

2. What is the Operation Mode of the AX11000? Router or Access Point?

 

1. Tether APP is on version 3.7.2 (no new version aviable on GooglePlay Store). Pone is a Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra with Android and all updates installed. Also I have tried on a tablet (Samsing Tab A7 and is the same).

 

2. AX11000 is on Router Operation Mode.

 

3. Also I have issue with WPA3 + WPA2 (AES) - and Smart Connect option this issue was also present on old firmware. When Tablet or Phone is changing band automatically with smart connect, the internet stop working on that device, if I disconnect the device and connect again is working fine. With WPA2 (AES) there is no issue (this mode I use right now).

 

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Re:Discussion or Issue Report after Upgrading to latest official Archer AX11000 1.3.1 Build 20220721
2022-08-26 11:11:54

@m1hn3a 

 

Regarding the Connection Alerts issue, we will update here once it is confirmed by the engineering team, please wait.

 

Regarding the WPA3/WPA2 + Smart Connect issue, we would like to know more details, please help confirm, thank you:

1. Can we have a screenshot of the wireless security settings on the AX73? You can mask the SSID and password for any security concerns.

2. Does the issue occur on every smart device, such as the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and Samsung Tab A7 tablet? Can I have the Android version?

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Re:Discussion or Issue Report after Upgrading to latest official Archer AX11000 1.3.1 Build 20220721
2022-08-26 11:44:19

 

Kevin_Z wrote

@m1hn3a 

 

Regarding the Connection Alerts issue, we will update here once it is confirmed by the engineering team, please wait.

 

Regarding the WPA3/WPA2 + Smart Connect issue, we would like to know more details, please help confirm, thank you:

1. Can we have a screenshot of the wireless security settings on the AX73? You can mask the SSID and password for any security concerns.

2. Does the issue occur on every smart device, such as the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and Samsung Tab A7 tablet? Can I have the Android version?

 @Kevin_Z 

 

Hello,

 

Thank you for your answare.

 

1. Can we have a screenshot of the wireless security settings on the AX73? You can mask the SSID and password for any security concerns.

Is AX11000 not AX73 :)

Here is current settings that is working fine:

 

This is settings with issues:

 

 

Because on WPA2 is working fine, is not so big issue, but it will be nice to be fixed in next builds, so I can use WPA3 on devices that support it.

 

2. Does the issue occur on every smart device, such as the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and Samsung Tab A7 tablet? Can I have the Android version?

 

I noticed on tablet (Samsung Tab A7) and on wife phone (Samsung A72) , I have tested only for a half a day, because I need the network to be functional :). Maybe over weekend I will try to make more tests if I have time. Android version is Android 12 (latest update). On previous firmware I had same issue with Android 12 on Samsung S10 Plus (my old phone). At that time I recived an email from tehnical support with a firmware for collecting logs, I have sent the logs, but nothing was dicovered :). I think that issue is ocured when device is changing band (or WiFi signal is weak). Maybe is a Samsung with Android 12 issue - I don't have any Android/IOS devices to test. I will test with a few Windows laptops.

 

Thank you

 

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Re:Discussion or Issue Report after Upgrading to latest official Archer AX11000 1.3.1 Build 20220721
2022-08-26 21:22:54

  @m1hn3a 

Have you tested with Smart Connect switched off?

I'm asking because I have never heard a good word said about this feature, ever.

Various router manufacturers name it differently, but it is essentially the same across all brands, and always seems to be problematic.

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Re:Discussion or Issue Report after Upgrading to latest official Archer AX11000 1.3.1 Build 20220721
2022-08-26 21:45:59

I would prefer to have the firmware downgraded back to the stable version as I cant be down.... But, how is this done? What is the stable version that was previous to 1.3.1 Build 20220721 and how do I download it?

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