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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Haha, it's a mess. I have my ISP router. from there it's run backwards through the unused cable wiring to my basement where I have a switch. From there it runs to my main TP-Link router. To get Ethernet backhaul I ran it backwards from there, through another switch (because I read I couldn't use the same one due to loops) then up through a wired Ethernet to my living room, another switch from there to my satellite router.
Is there any wonder I took a bit to get it all working and narrow down the trouble spot! .
So basically main router <-> switch <-> switch <-> satellite device
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@Sunshine you'll have to excuse me for being a bit late to the party - just installed this latest beta firmware to trace down a few irregularities I faced with DoH&DoT over Wireshark and will report back promptly with regards to the nature and extend of the issue at hand.
The is one thing however that I'd be really happy to see implemented for AX55 a midrange SOHO router that being SNMP support. Any change we see this added at all? SNMP has been with us for many many years and even much older home TP-LINK modems and routers offered support for it, kinda dissapointed to see this vanish without being replaced by anything else. Before we jump onto the security bandwagon let me just remind us all that SNMPv3 offers security measures to mitigate said concerns.
[edit] seems like my initials concerns are somewhat substantiated, albeit still being early to say for sure - *** FURTHER TESTING IS REQUIRED *** but do feel free to chime in anyone who has the time and can put the effort down. In enabling either DoT or DoH even with the default DNS servers my current Wireshark profiles - despite having selected both internet and home network client access from the dropdown menu - cannot get any DNS queries to pass through nerfing the device at hand. I've tested this with two devices already, only option appears to be to disable DoH & DoT completely and then DNS and traffic pass through. This applies to both this latest release and the penultimate one, looking for the one before to test out on this and report back asap. [/edit]
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2 Issues I had with updating from Beta 1 to Beta 3.
1 : MAJOR ISSUE - This wiped my AX55 UK v1.
WiFi SSIDs, Passwords, Static IP addresses and more... ALL GONE!!!
Basically, updating performed a Factory Reset.
Luckily for me, I kept a note of my SSIDs and passwords, and had a fairly recent back-up of the rest of my settings.
I did not see any warning that updating will do this, so some people may be caught out.
2 : MINOR ISSUE (for now as still 3 months to fix) - Daylight savings not showing correct day or time to implement (see pic 1).
The reason I checked was due to a previous UK firmware having US dates instead of UK dates.
The day to start is showing as the "4th" "Monday" of March, and the day to stop is showing as the "Last" "Monday" of October.
This is incorrect, as it always "Sundays", and preferably set to "Last" instead of "4th" as there are some years when there are 5 Sundays.
Also, the time to start and end is showing as "1am".
Again, incorrect. It should be "2am". This is especially important for when DST ends, as clocks going back at 1am, can cause issues with the date changing in the hardware when it shouldn't change.
I attempted to fix (see pic 2), but the "Day" keeps changing to Monday (see pic 3).
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Tomorrow i will update my 2x Ax55 to new beta. And i will check if that happen again on new firmware :)
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you saved me after several hours of troubleshooting!
i had the same issue where when there was an old dlink switch between the main router (ax55, latest firmware from this thread) and the satellite (ax23 in this case), something would happen where the cpu of the main router would spike to 100% and cause extreme network instability (which persists even after the satellite until the main is rebooted)
but the problem is not present when the switch is moved from the link between the main and satellite router
also for the tplink team, nothing was logged in the system log, so not sure what the specifics are. But disabling the dhcp server helped lower the cpu usage some and enabled slow (but consistent) wired access to the main router, so I definitely think something about the switch is causing some sort of feedback loop that completely overwhelms the main router
EDIT: Never mind - while the situation is definitely improved, but the satellite router now seems to be connecting and disconnecting every 20 seconds rather than every second and I have no idea how to debug why since I can't access the satellite's web interface (getting a "Rejected under RE mode" error message from the AX23). At the moment the connection is
I'll try replacing the d-link switch later to see if that improves anything
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Hi, AP mode login problem solved with the latest firmware. Many thanks!
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Thank you very much for the feedback, I will reported them to our senior engineers, once there is any update or additional information needed, I will let you know.
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@Sunshine Is it possible to choose the "Preferred WiFi Uplink AP" for easymesh repeater nodes of other brands? I only se "auto" as option in the "Preferred WiFi Uplink AP" of my third party satellite nodes.
It would be very beneficial to chose so that a hiearchy can be forced, otherwise the topology is alway unoptimized, for example in case an intermediate node reboots, I see the other nodes connecting directy to the router with very poor signal.
BR
Salvatore
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