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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How to Build an Ethernet Backhaul Using Two EasyMesh Routers?
What is EasyMesh?
What is Wi-Fi EasyMesh and how does it work with TP-Link routers and extenders?
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https://www.tp-link.com/en/support/download/archer-ax73/v2/#Firmware
This is the link to the latest firmware for the AX73 V2.0 EU models, where the EasyMesh function is now enabled!

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Hi Kevin,
Im trying to set up easy mesh with two Archer C80(US). I have one Version 1.0 which i have upgrade the firmware to support easy mesh.
My second unit is a version v2.20. it is on firmware Version: 1.11.5 Build 220627. The tether app tells me that my firmware is up to date. But with the current firmware, i do not see an option for easymesh or changing it to a satellite unit.
I live in Singapore and from the support center in my region i can only see and download firmware from C80 Ver1.0. https://www.tp-link.com/sg/support/download/archer-c80/#Firmware
. However from this thread i see that v2.20 is supported for easymesh and i also see the firmware available on the US website.
Is there any way i can update the firmware of my v2.20 C80? FYI, I tried downloading and installing the US firmware but it was not successful.
Or do i have to find another version 1.0 in my region?
Thanks,
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Hi @zexoni70,
I have an AX73 v2 (EU). May I know which url you used to download the firmware?
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@Kevin_Z When do you update Ethernet Backhaul for Archer AX53?
Now my main router is AX73. And I can't move AX53 to closer to AX73.
But I have a wire from AX73 to AX53.
Hope to get it soon.
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You're right, my mistake, I didn't see it, there is a firmware update in the section of the main router for each router in satellite mode!

Dear @Kevin_Z
Just to correct that every router in satellite mode shows and broadcasts the guest network, and everything will be extra!
If I can make a proposal to exclude the guest network from Whitelist access control via MAC address, that would make things much easier, because then everyone who comes as a guest for a few hours could access the network without having to disable and turn off Access Control every time! ![]()

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At this time you can't access the satelite devices via a browser.
I use an Archer C80 as my main router, from the firmware update screen it lets me update the firmware on the satelite devices all from the one screen.
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Thanks for the detailed explanation, everything works as it should and the icon shows whether the satellite device is connected via a LAN cable or wirelessly.
It only bothered me because somewhere in the explanation (tutorial) I saw that it was possible to change the access method and to choose the backhaul method instead of wireless, that remained unclear to me.
Thanks!
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The backhaul method switches automatically. If there is no wired connection available between Main Router and Satellite, then the backhaul is via wireless and if there is a wired connection available, then the backhaul switches to wired. The currently used method is indicated by the icon in the column "Connection". If the icon resembles an Ethernet port, then backhaul is wired, if the icon looks like a signal strength indicator, then backhaul is wireless. You can get even more detailed information about the connection by clicking on the "sheet of paper with pen" icon in the "Modify" column.
You can test easily how it works. Disconnect any of the three Ethernet cables, wait about half a minute and the connection changes to wireless backhaul. Then plug the Ethernet cable back in, wait about half a minute and the connection changes back to wired backhaul.
In case a router doesn't truly support Ethernet backhaul you might experience weird behavior, like the "Connection" icon always changing back and forth or the network having very sluggish performance.
Kevin_Z should be able to confirm whether the AX73 V2 with firmware version 1.0.11 officially supports EasyMesh via Ethernet backhaul or not.
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Dear @Kevin_Z good day.
Here is my first impressions, because all my routers in the house finally got support for EasyMesh, and I would like to thank TP-Link for making it possible for all my devices! ![]()
Of the devices, I have one Archer AX73 v2.0 (EU) (latest firmware) that works as the main router, and three more Archer C80 v1.0 (EU) routers (also with the latest firmware V1_1.13.2 Build 230824 installed) where all three pieces work in satellite mode.
Now it's all working and I'm sending you a screenshot in the attachment, but there are only two things that bother me:
1. I can no longer access through the browser any of the three C80 devices that work in satellite mode and are connected to the AX73 via a LAN cable, and is this correct?
2. Is the AX73 with the latest firmware (V2_1.0.11 Build 20230829) enabled to work via Ethernet Backhaul and can it work and connect to the C80 via a LAN cable, because on the AX73 I don't get the option to change the connection settings anywhere via Ethernet Backhaul or Wi-Fi...
Thank you and best regards!

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Their response is going to be, the AX73 V1 is in the planned list to have EasyMesh, but they have not received any inside information on when that'll be happening, the EasyMesh list is also just a planned list, which means the AX73 V1 has no guarantee to get an EasyMesh update. So far I believe only the AX73 V2 has gotten a beta easymesh update, but we can only be hopefuly the V1 does.
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