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 |
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 and newer versions | / |
| 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 and newer versions | / |
| Archer BE450 | Official Firmware | Jul 17, 2025 |
| Archer BE700 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE700 Pro | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE11000 Pro | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE550_V1&V2 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE9300_V1 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE400_V1/V1.6 | Latest Official Firmware | Dec 10, 2024 |
| Archer BE230 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE3600 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE220_V1/V2 | Latest Official Firmware | Aug 18, 2025 |
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 and newer versions | / |
| Archer AX58_V2 | Official Firmware | / |
| Archer AX58_V1 | 1.3.1 Build 20241120 (Pre-release Firmware) | Dec 24, 2024 |
| Archer AX53_V1 | 1.4.3 Build 20250314 and newer versions | Mar 17, 2025 |
| 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 and newer versions | / |
| Archer AX72 Pro_V1 | 1.2.2 Build 20230831 and newer versions | / |
| Archer AX5400 Pro_V1.6 | 1.2.2 Build 20230831 and newer versions | / |
| Archer AX73_V1 | 1.3.5 Build 20230919 and newer versions | / |
| Archer AX73_V2 | 1.0.11 Build 20230829 and newer versions | / |
| Archer AX23_V1/V1.2 | 1.1.0 Build 20230725 and newer versions | / |
| Archer AX1800_V1.2 | 1.1.0 Build 20230725 and newer versions | / |
| Archer AX10_V1/V1.2/V2 | 1.3.8 Build 20230619 and newer versions | / |
| Archer AX1500_V1/V1.2/V2 | 1.3.8 Build 20230619 and newer versions | / |
| Archer AX72(US)_V2 | 1.3.1 Build 20241119 and newer versions | March 27, 2025 |
| Archer AX72_V1 | 1.2.1 Build 20230626 and newer versions | / |
| Archer AX4800_V1 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer AX4400(US)_V2.6 | 1.2.1 Build 20230626 and newer versions | / |
| Archer AX20_V3 | 1.2.0 Build 240809 and newer versions | Sep 30, 2024 |
| Archer AX21_V3/V3.6 | 1.2.0 Build 240809 and newer versions | Sep 30, 2024 |
| Archer AX1800_V3/V3.6 | 1.2.0 Build 240809 and newer versions | Sep 30, 2024 |
Wi-Fi 5 Routers (AC Series) |
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| Archer C88_V2.2 | 1.12.11 Build 230602 and newer versions | / |
| Archer C80_V1&V2.2 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 and newer versions | / |
| Archer A8_V1&V2.2 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 and newer versions | / |
| Archer C64/A64_V1 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 and newer versions | / |
| Archer C6/A6_V4 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 and newer versions | / |
| Archer C86_V1 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 and newer versions | / |
| Archer C59_V4/V4.80 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 and newer versions | / |
| Archer AC1900_V1/V1.6 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 and newer versions | / |
Some Customized Models & Hardware for the Local Market |
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| Archer AX80V(JP)_V2 | Latest Official Firmware | For Japanese Market |
| Archer AX3000(JP)_V1 | 1.2.2 Build 20241118 and newer versions | For Japanese Market |
| Archer AX23V(JP)_V1 | 1.0.2 Build 20240429 and newer versions | 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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Hi,
Unfortunately, the RE215 does not support EasyMesh via Ethernet backhaul. As of today the RE315 is the sole range extender supporting it. https://community.tp-link.com/en/home/forum/topic/644776
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I tried EasyMesh with my AX1500 and an RE215, both with latest firmware.
Archer AX1500(EU)_V1.20_1.3.9 Build 20230728
RE215(US)_V1_1.0.23 Build 230418
I connected the RE215 via ethernet. It was in a location with a low wifi signal.
I had nothing but problems. I did 2 factory resets, but they didn't help. When it would try to switch, it would lose the wifi connection, connect again, getting IP address, checking internet connection, etc. Definately not seemless. It took many seconds. And then when it would finally connect, it was a really poor connection, unusable.
Both of these have support for EasyMesh. Is Ethernet Backhaul also supported with them? It seemed to be supported in the settings, but now I read this, so maybe that was the problem?
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Hi, we have no information about when there will be new firmware for AX12 and AX90 to support Ethernet Backhaul.
Once there is any update, we will update this thread.
@Eightball11854 for range extenders, you could monitor this thread: RE315 Supports EasyMesh With Ethernet Backhaul
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Hi, your current AX55 V1 firmware doesn't support Ethernet Backhaul yet, you could try this one for now: [Closed] Public Beta for Archer AX55 V1 Supports EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul, DoH&DoT, ECO Mode etc. (the download link is still active)
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@Kevin_Z any updates on AX90 and RE815X?
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@Kevin_Z ,
AX55 (info below)
is not completely capable of easy mesh.
.. in best case ... it tries .. but reboots every ~10mins or when one try to do something with it .. like login to admin section .. .. responds are slow, speeds are under par .. like 1% of the speed from ISP ... satelite routers connects only via wireless ... if at all - most times they dont .. even connected via ethernet (cables are fine - worked in other setups fine .. i.e. using only AX23s as main router and satelites )
CPU is 100% all the time..
Main router is AX55 as above
Satelites are 3x tp-link ax23
from whatever reason one ax23 is missing in the screenshot above .. everything just appears and disappears as it wants .. like in circus .. terrible ...
Once in a while AX55 resets itself to its factory settings on its own ..
what to do, how to resolve this? Is there any FW update for AX55 to support EasyMesh + Ethernet backhaul ?
Thanks in advance,
Mazel
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Hi, upon checking, the SG version firmware is a localized firmware which cannot update EU or US version firmware. Please wait for the new firmware release for SG version.
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Hi, unfortunately, we community don't have advanced notice about when GX90 will support Ethernet Backhaul, please pay attention to this thread and also firmware update on the router.
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Rubens_Alves wrote
@Kevin_Z ,
PROBLEM: EasyMesh is working via Ethernet Backhaul, but wired connections plugged to Archer AX53 v1 (firmware 1.2.4_Build_20240206_Beta, setted as Satellite) do not receive a valid IP. Only wireless connections work and receive a valid IP, not the Ethernet wired ones.
I'm using an Archer AX73 v2 as the Main router and 2 (two) Archer AX53 v1 as Satellites. All firmware are up to date, all routers are US models.
The satellites are only working with devices connected to them via wireless, but the wired Ethernet connections plugged to the two satellites AX53 do not receive a valid IP (just a 169.254... IP type, indicating that something is wrong).
Wired connections plugged on the Main router AX73 v2 work fine. Also wired connections work fine if I use the AX53 v1 as Main router. The problem only occurs when AX53 are used as satellites in a EasyMesh environment.
[ ] Rubens
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Hi, if you use AX53 as EasyMesh satellite via WiFi backhaul, will wired client devices work fine? If still not working, please try configuring a static IP address within the same subnet as your main router to see if it works.
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