New Release EasyMesh Routers Support Building a EasyMesh Network via Ethernet Backhaul NOW
This Article Applies to:
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 |
|---|---|---|
Wi-Fi 7 Routers (BE Series) |
||
| 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) |
||
| 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) |
||
| 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 |
||
| 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.
Related Articles:
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?
Other Articles that you may also be interested in:
Pre-Released Firmware Supports DoH and IoT Network for Archer C80 is Ready for Trial
Official Firmware Supports DoH and IoT Network for Archer C6 V4 Is Publicly Available Now!
- Copy Link
- Subscribe
- Bookmark
- Report Inappropriate Content
@Kevin_Z Thanks for taking care of the community :)
Can you please confirm that this is the current list of devices + fw versions that support a EasyMesh Network with Ethernet Backhaul?
Archer C80_V1&V2.2_1.12.1 Build 221212
Archer A8_V1&V2.2_1.12.1 Build 221212
Archer C64_V1_1.12.1 Build 221212
Archer A64_V1_1.12.1 Build 221212
Archer C86_V1_1.12.1 Build 221212
Archer C6_V4_1.12.1 Build 221212
Archer A6_V4_1.12.1 Build 221212
If so, it seems that currently the C80 has the best HW that supports this feature?
However, I think that any of the devices from the AX series would be a preferred option for many in terms of price/quality/service.
I know it's hard to commit to an ETA, but could you please let me know, if the engineering team is working on new FW that will support Ethernet Backhaul for any of the AX devices? If so, I guess it is better to wait a while and get a future-proof device :)
Thank you!
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
pugalj wrote
@Kevin_Z Am I able to setup mesh network using Archer AX55 (Easymesh compatible) with an Archer AX72 (Onemesh compatible) with ethernet backhaul?
Joseph
@pugalj Nope. You can only build up an Ethernet Backhaul when both the main and the satellite devices get the support of EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul.
Please wait and pay close attention to the firmware updates on your router web GUI.
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
@Kevin_Z The EasyMesh Product List used to include Archer C6 v3 as planned for EasyMesh Support but it no longer does. I urge your engineers to reconsider supporting the Archer C6 v3, since the v4 already supports it, it shouldn't be too difficult to backport it to v3 as well. I'd rather not have to throw away a perfectly good router just because it's missing such an integral feature due to a technicality...
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
@Kevin_Z Am I able to setup mesh network using Archer AX55 (Easymesh compatible) with an Archer AX72 (Onemesh compatible) with ethernet backhaul?
Joseph
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
@Kevin_Z when do you plan to release easymesh to AX73 and AX53?
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Thanks for your help, I am able to download the latest official version manually and installed it, everything working as expected.
Regards,
Saugata D.
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
The build number of the beta version is the same as the official release, I assume that might be the reason why you cannot get the official notification.
If you cannot check for the new official release, please install the official version manually by downloading the latest version from the local website as below, then install it manually on the router:
https://www.tp-link.com/in/support/download/archer-c80/v1/#Firmware
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Currently I am on Beta firmware, and i have checked through WebUI and App, none of them showing any update. I am little confused, do I get the official update of v1.12.1 or I will have to downgrade to get the update?
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
iAmSaugata wrote
Updated on Feb 8, 2023:
The official firmware for Archer C80/C64/A64/A8 has been published already, 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.
As per this update, I was checking the availability of the latest update(Archer C80 V1), but unfortunately it is only available in US version of website(Download for Archer C80 | TP-Link), not available in Indian version of website(Download for Archer C80 | TP-Link India).
Do you have any information, when I will be able to get the update for this, or I can download firmware from US website and install manually?
@iAmSaugata I believe you can check for updates on the router web GUI or via the Tether App. There is no need to download and upgrade the firmware manually from another website.
Regarding the firmware release delay concern for the Indian website, I will make sure to feed it back to the local website admin to publish it as soon as possible. Please check the firmware release later.
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Information
Helpful: 30
Views: 427036
Replies: 1046
Voters 13
