Beta Software [Closed] Public Beta for Archer AX55 V1 Supports EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul, DoH&DoT, ECO Mode etc.
Jan. 31st 2024 Update:
The trial period for the beta firmware has ended, and we will continue to address the ongoing issues.
Please keep an eye out for the official firmware release. If you encounter any new problems, please Start a New Thread to provide feedback.
Hello Everyone,
We're thrilled to announce the release of public beta firmware for Archer AX55 V1. This firmware update introduces several exciting new functions and improvements to enhance your experience including Ethernet Backhaul, EasyMesh in AP mode, Satellite Router Management, DoH&DoT, ECO Mode, etc. We encourage you to try out this beta firmware and take advantage of the following features. Your feedback and suggestions are greatly appreciated.
Download Link:
Archer_AX55_V1_1.2.6 Build_20231130
Notes:
1. This is a beta firmware and different from the official 1.2.6 version official firmware, please be sure you have read the Terms and Conditions for TP-Link Beta Firmware before proceeding
2. This public beta firmware for Archer AX55 V1 can be applied to all versions (EU/US/JP/TW/etc.).
Modifications of 1.2.6 Build 20231130 compared to previous beta firmware
1. Improved client type identification accuracy
2. Added quick setup for third-party VPN including Surfshark and NordVPN in VPN Client feature
Here are the related FAQ:
How to Install Surfshark VPN on TP-Link Wireless Routers
How to Install NordVPN on TP-Link Wireless Routers
3. Added new HomeShield parental control features including Blocked Apps, App Time Limits, Always Allowed Apps etc.
The above two modifications are the same as this thread: Public Beta Release for Archer AX55 V1 to Enhance Its Ability to Recognize Client Devices
4. Added new functions to Tether App: EasyMesh, OpenVPN Server/Client, Eco Mode, Wireless Schedule, Guest Portal Network
Note: please use the new Tether App to experience those new features: New UI for 11AX Routers on Tether App 4.3 version is Ready for Trial
5. Added EasyMesh Backhaul Steering and AP Bind (Preferred WiFi Uplink AP)
Enabling Backhual Steering allows the satellite devices to flexibly connect to different mesh nodes based on their load status, optimizing your EasyMesh network performance.
Preferred WiFi Uplink AP: by default, it is set to Auto, when there are more than two mesh nodes in the same EasyMesh network and wireless backhaul is used, you could select a preferred AP for the satellite device, the preferred AP can be either the main router or another satellite device.
Improvements and Modifications of previous beta firmware 1.2.6 Build 20231106
New Features and Optimizations of EasyMesh:
1. Added Ethernet Backhaul.
2. Added EasyMesh feature in AP mode.
3. Enhanced EasyMesh Satellite Router Management via satellite router web interface.
4. Added EasyMesh Network Topology to gain a clear understanding of your EasyMesh network's structure.
More New Features
5. Added DoT and DoH features on Advanced->Network->Internet page, which supports customizing DNS Server as well.
6. Added ECO mode on Advanced->System->ECO Mode page.
When working in Power-Saving Mode or Ultra Power-Saving Mode, your router will reduce the power consumption to save power, please note that your network speed and coverage will be reduced as well.
7. Enhanced Wi-Fi Schedule to enjoy more flexibility by setting separate schedules for 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi bands.
8. Added isolation of Guest Network and Main Network in AP mode.
9. Added Language options on the top of the web interface.
10. Added OpenVPN Server TAP Mode. Introducing TAP Mode in OpenVPN Server for AX55 V1 Router
Note: It requires your OpenVPN Client supporting TAP Mode as well, or you will not be able to connect the VPN Server successfully
10. Added User Experience Improvement Program (UEIP).
Participate in our UEIP during the Quick Setup process, or enable/disable it later on the Advanced->System->About page. Your feedback will help us enhance the product.
We invite you to download and install the beta firmware to explore these incredible new features. If you encounter any issues or have any suggestions, please leave your comments. Your input is invaluable to us.
Thank you for your continued support and for being part of our community.
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How to Build an Ethernet Backhaul Using Two EasyMesh Routers
What is DoH and How to use it on TP-Link Wi-Fi Routers?
Product List of Wi-Fi Routers that Support DoH
Introducing TAP Mode in OpenVPN Server for AX55 V1 Router
New UI for 11AX Routers on Tether App 4.3 version is Ready for Trial
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ChrisBS wrote
Did you try just push reset button or back to default factory settings? and after it load again firmware what you want? :)
@ChrisBS as I mentioned, I did factory reset the router, but I did it after flashing.
Are you implying that I should do the factory reset before updating the firmware?
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Yeah you should. WE testing "life organism" for greater good remmber :D
I have two AX55 and i had similar problem when i update beta to beta firmware, main was fine (only after week crash) but sattelite crash right away and go crazy :D And had to do hard reset (push back button help) Probably beta firmware can make errors with auto backup copy. So always before update do hard reset :) and after setup all settings manually again or try upload from manual backup.
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Sunshine wrote
Hi,
Thank you very much for the detailed feedback.
So you have one main router(AX73), two satellite(AX55 and another AX73) and a Tenda AP in the network, may I know if the two satellites and the Tenda AP are using dynamic IP assigned by the main router or using static IP address?
It is normal that AX73 satellite web interface cannot be accessed, as this feature is added only on the AX55 beta firmware now, however, you mentioned that the satellite AX55 web interface is having Operation Failed issue again, may I know if it appears when you try to change some settings, or it always appears on every page without any modification?
At the same time, I will report this issue to our engineers for testing and analysis.@Sunshine They're using static IP addresses. Also regarding the Operation Failed, nothing was modified prior (nothing changed since the last firmware update on November the 8th) when accessing it, it just happened randomly yesterday.
Hi, may I know if the Operation Failed issue on satellite AX55 still happens randomly? we've run several tests but cannot reproduce the issue, thus if the issue still exists and it is easy to reproduce it in your case, we would like to forward you case to our support engineer via email.
By the way, all the two satellites(AX55 and another AX73) and your Tenda AP are connected directly to LAN ports of your main AX73 router, no switch or other devices in the network, right?
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The AX55 hasn't been restarted since i last mentioned it, since i didnt need to access the web interface, i didn't see much of a reason to restart, and in the meantime it does still say Operation Failed.Also regarding the AX55 and Tenda, yup they're both directly to the AX73, but i did mention in another post in this topic that it has been solved via disabling the AX73's EasyMesh, followed by re-enabling it.
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Hi, we are unable to reproduce the issue of AX55 static IP in AP mode with the beta firmware, may I know if the issue still exists now?
If so, we would like to escalate the case to our engineers for testing and debugging.
In addition, regarding the client list not updating issue when a device disconnects, may I know if you configured IP-MAC binding for the client device?
And it only happens in router mode with beta firmware or in AP mode with beta firmware as well?
Looking forward to your reply.
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Yes, I understand, and the only issue now in your case is the Operation Failed on the AX55 satellite, and it happens randomly, no specific steps can trigger it for debugging, am I right?
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Okay, since you usually don't need to access the AX55 satellite web interface and no clear step to trigger the issue for debugging, you could continue using it this way, and we will also monitor if there is any more feedbacks.
If you feel it quite annoying and would like to debug the issue with our support engineers, please let me know.
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Sunshine wrote
Okay, since you usually don't need to access the AX55 satellite web interface and no clear step to trigger the issue for debugging, you could continue using it this way, and we will also monitor if there is any more feedbacks.
If you feel it quite annoying and would like to debug the issue with our support engineers, please let me know.
@Sunshine Will do, thank you!~
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Macrox wrote
Sunshine wrote
Hi, upon checking with our engineers, our EasyMesh routers implement EasyMesh R2, and R2 doesn't require 802.11r compulsorily, thus our EasyMesh routers do not support 802.11r.
Sunshine thanks four your answer. Could you ask if 802.11r support is planned? I was having roaming issues with my iPhone 14 Pro, I think Fast Roaming (802.11r) could be a really good feature for this router
Hi, I don't see the plan to support 802.11r at this moment, but I will record your feedback and forward it to development team for evaulation.
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