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 |
Original 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 | / |
| 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 | / |
| Archer BE700 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE700 Pro | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE11000 Pro | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE550_V1 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE9300_V1 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE230 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE3600 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
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 | / |
| Archer AX58_V2 | Official Firmware | / |
| Archer AX53_V1 | 1.2.4 Build 20240206 (Public Beta Firmware for Trial) | / |
| 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 | / |
| Archer AX72 Pro_V1 | 1.2.2 Build 20230831 | / |
| Archer AX5400 Pro_V1.6 | 1.2.2 Build 20230831 | / |
| Archer AX73_V1 | 1.3.5 Build 20230919 | / |
| Archer AX73_V2 | 1.0.11 Build 20230829 | / |
| Archer AX23_V1/V1.2 | 1.1.0 Build 20230725 | / |
| Archer AX1800_V1.2 | 1.1.0 Build 20230725 | / |
| Archer AX10_V1/V1.2/V2 | 1.3.8 Build 20230619 | / |
| Archer AX1500_V1/V1.2/V2 | 1.3.8 Build 20230619 | / |
| Archer AX72_V1 | 1.2.1 Build 20230626 | / |
| Archer AX4800_V1 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer AX4400(US)_V2.6 | 1.2.1 Build 20230626 | / |
| Archer AX20_V3 | 1.2.0 Build 240809 | Sep 30, 2024 |
| Archer AX21_V3/V3.6 | 1.2.0 Build 240809 | Sep 30, 2024 |
| Archer AX1800_V3/V3.6 | 1.2.0 Build 240809 | Sep 30, 2024 |
Wi-Fi 5 Routers (AC Series) |
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| Archer C88_V2.2 | 1.12.11 Build 230602 | / |
| Archer C80_V1&V2.2 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer A8_V1&V2.2 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer C64/A64_V1 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer C6/A6_V4 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer C86_V1 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer C59_V4/V4.80 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer AC1900_V1/V1.6 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
Some Customized Models & Hardware for the Local Market |
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| Archer AX23V(JP)_V1 | 1.0.2 Build 20240429 | 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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What is Wi-Fi EasyMesh and how does it work with TP-Link routers and extenders?
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I need to build a mesh system, but the main router will be in a cabinet along with the modem. The two other routers (nodes) I will be connecting to the main router. The main router, since it is in a cabinet, does not need to have its wifi on.
Does Mesh with the routers in this topic list (i will use ethernet cable as the backhaul) provide the ability to disable the main router wifi and keep the nodes wifi on? If not, does this option has any chance to be implemented. Or does the Deco line offers this capability of turning the wifi from the main unit off and keep the nodes wifi on?
It all this is not possible, can I at least, for any router here (like AX53, for instance) reduce the power output for the main router alone (or if this is possible, the nodes will have the wifi power output reduce too?
Thanks.
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Hi, I'm a bit confused, i just bought an AX 3000 Air R5 router, and I wonder, if it's ethernet backhaul compatible. Assuming, it's a new product and its not the cheapest one, it supports it, but I'd be very happy if you could confirm it.
Thank you!
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Gyuri
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@Rodrigo_Ipa I can't say if turning off WiFi will or wont work (i need it for my extender), but after setting up my "easy"mesh network with ethernet backhaul it would start dropping packets on the satellite router when I made small changes to the WiFi setting on the main router (eg renaming 6GHz SSID)
My Setup
BE550 (main router)
RE500x (WiFi extender)
AX10 (satellite router w/ethernet backhaul)
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@Gyurikabmx the BE550 & BE900 are new (not cheap) devices and they just recently got ethernet backhaul.
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Hi, Archer Air R5 doesn't support Ethernet Backhaul yet but will support it, you could also refer to the Q7 in this thread: Ultra-Thin and Minimalist Design AX3000 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Air Router --- Archer Air R5
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RE315 also supports ethernet backhaul now
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Alkazar wrote
RE315 also supports ethernet backhaul now
Hi, thank you very much for the feedback.
This thread only lists TP-Link wireless routers, range extender is not included.
For Range Extender, please refer to this thread: RE315 Supports EasyMesh Over Ethernet Backhaul
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@Kevin_Z I live in Brazil and I would like to know which models listed on the website have Ethernet backhaul support.
The models available are:
- Archer C80 (V1, V2, V2.20)
- Archer AX10 (V1, V1.2, V2)
- Archer AX12 (BR)_V1
- Archer AX53 (US)_V1
- Archer AX72 (US)_V1
Could you please tell me if one of those models have Ethernet backhaul?
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@Kevin_Z Is there an ETA for Ethernet backhaul support for AX53 V1? Since AX53 V2 already has Ethernet backhaul support?
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jvzaniolo wrote
@Kevin_Z I live in Brazil and I would like to know which models listed on the website have Ethernet backhaul support.
The models available are:
- Archer C80 (V1, V2, V2.20)
- Archer AX10 (V1, V1.2, V2)
- Archer AX12 (BR)_V1
- Archer AX53 (US)_V1
- Archer AX72 (US)_V1
Could you please tell me if one of those models have Ethernet backhaul?
The models and hardware versions that I listed in my original post support EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul. Such as C80 V1 & V2.20, Archer AX10_V1/V1.2/V2, Archer AX72_V1:
https://community.tp-link.com/en/home/forum/topic/593722
How to find whether a specific model and hardware supports EasyMesh or Ethernet Backhaul, you can check the firmware release notes. There will be a very clear note for EasyMesh or Ethernet Backhaul as follows (I will take Archer AX72 V1 firmware release notes as an example here):
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