New Release EasyMesh Is Available When Wi-Fi Routers Work in AP Mode as A Controller
Exciting news!
We're thrilled to announce the rollout of new official firmware rolling out for multiple routers, including the BE, AX, and AC series, which introduces EasyMesh in AP Mode as a Controller. We invite you to upgrade and install this latest firmware version to try it out.
This Article Applies to:
Model & Hardware & Firmware |
Update Date |
|---|---|
Wi-Fi 7 Routers (BE Series) |
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| Archer GE800_V1_1.2.1 Build 20250610 and newer versions | Jul 17, 2025 |
| Archer GE550_V1_1.0.6 Build 20250512 (Pre-release version) | May 9, 2025 |
| Archer GE650_V1/V1.6_1.1.0 Build 20250430 and newer versions | Jul 17, 2025 |
| Archer BE11000 Pro(US)_V1.6_1.1.0 Build 20240730 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer BE805_V1.0/V1.60_1.1.2 Build 20241210 and newer versions | Dec 3, 2024 |
| Archer BE800_V1_1.2.1 Build 20250108 and newer versions | Mar 26, 2025 |
| Archer BE700 Pro(US)_V1.6_1.1.0 Build 20240730 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer BE700_V1&V1.6_1.1.0 Build 20240926 and newer versions | Nov 18, 2024 |
| Archer BE550 Pro_V1&V1.6_1.1.0 Build 20240730 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer BE550_V1&V1.6_1.1.1 Build 20241230 and newer versions | Jan 16, 2025 |
| Archer BE400_V1&V1.6_1.0.2 Build 20240710 and newer versions | Dec 10, 2024 |
| Archer BE3600_V1_1.1.0 Build 20240729 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer BE230_V1&V1.6_1.1.0 Build 20240729 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer BE220_V1/V2_Latest Official version | Aug 18, 2025 |
Wi-Fi 6E/6 Routers (AX Series) |
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| Archer AX80(EU/JP)_V1_1.3.1 Build 20250718 (Pre-release firmware) | Aug 6, 2025 |
| Archer AX72(US)_V2.0_1.3.1 Build 20241119 and newer versions | Mar 27, 2025 |
| Archer AX55(EN)_V1_1.3.3 Build 20240628 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer AX55(US/CA/TW)_V1_1.3.2 Build 20240325 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer AX53_V1_1.4.3 Build 20250314 and newer versions | Jun 5, 2025 |
| Archer AX58_V1_1.4.1_Build 20250213 (Pre-release Firmware) | Apr 14, 2025 |
Wi-Fi 5 Routers (AC Series) |
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| Archer C80_V2.20/V2.26_1.14.0 Build 240617 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer C86_V1_1.14.0 Build 240617 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer A8_V2.20/V2.26_1.14.0 Build 240617 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer C6_V4_1.14.0 Build 240617 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer C64_V1_1.14.3 Build 241025 and newer versions | Jan 8, 2025 |
Some Customized Models & Hardware for the Local Market |
|
| Archer AX3000(JP)_V1_1.2.2 Build 20241118 | For Japanese Market |
Moderator Note:
1. The availability of EasyMesh in AP Mode 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 all the newly supported features will be listed in the patch notes if/when it is added to your version.
User Scenarios:
Some users would prefer to, or are limited by their devices to, have their main modem router acting as the gateway and DHCP server in the network, which requires using the TP-Link Wi-Fi router in AP (Access Point) Mode to avoid the double-NAT issue. However, they also wish to utilize the EasyMesh feature of the TP-Link Wi-Fi router to create a mesh network with other EasyMesh routers or extenders.
The topology is roughly as follows (Topo 1):
Or as this one (Topo 2):
Note: In this topo, both the EasyMesh Wi-Fi router and the satellite router/extender must support EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul.
You may also connect the EasyMesh Wi-Fi routers like below, it will also work (Topo 3):
Note: In this topo, the EasyMesh Wi-Fi router and the satellite router/extender must also support EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul.
Comment below if you have any feedback or run into any issues — we’re here to help.
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Bit1011 wrote
@Bit1011 Thank you for the link.
Archer C20 V6.2 supports EasyMesh, and it appears confusing that it will not display the specific hardware version if you go to the specification site directly.
If you choose V5, and then go to the specifications page, it will not show EasyMesh:
I'll report it to the website admin to optimize the display. Sorry for the confusing info. :-(
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Hi,
In order to have this feature you need firmware version "1.14.0 Build 240617 and newer", as stated in the first post of this thread.
1.14.0 Build 240617 can be downloaded via this page https://community.tp-link.com/en/home/forum/topic/676858.
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@Kevin_Z is ax53 v2 in the pipeline too?
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When devices Ax73 is support this feature? I have a copule of this devices running in AP mode but can't setup it in mesh so sad
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I have a copule of devices Ax73 and Ax72 in Ap mode also. And got a little bit problem for mesh. So when ax73 support create mesh in AP mode?
I read that ax72 is supported, so can I use ax72 as a main router in Ap mode and make a connect with az73?
I did it with draytek as gateway and Arche c64. I use c64 as main router in ap mode and connect ax73 as a satellite but its really lag and disconnect a lot of with ping is high
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Hi,
According to the first post of this thread the "Archer AX72(US)_V2.0" supports EasyMesh in AP Mode.
So, if you happen to own that specific version of the AX72, then you can use the AX72 as a main router in AP mode and connect the AX73 to it as satellite.
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That appears to be a firmware version of the model Archer AX72 V1.0. This would mean you can't use EasyMesh in AP Mode yet.
By the way, if you are unsure about the hardware version your router, then grab it with both hands and flip it over so that you can look at its underside. Check what is stated on the white serial number label. For example, "Archer AX72(US) Ver:2.0".
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In my case, in topology 3, both the "EasyMesh Wi-Fi router" and the "satellite router/extender" are AX58 V2 devices.
I would like the "satellite router/extender" (also an AX58 V2) to operate as a Wi-Fi access point. Therefore, should it also be configured in AP mode, just like the EasyMesh Wi-Fi router?
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davidperrin1 wrote
In my case, in topology 3, both the "EasyMesh Wi-Fi router" and the "satellite router/extender" are AX58 V2 devices.
I would like the "satellite router/extender" (also an AX58 V2) to operate as a Wi-Fi access point. Therefore, should it also be configured in AP mode, just like the EasyMesh Wi-Fi router?
@davidperrin1 AX58 V2 doesn't support EasyMesh when working in AP Mode.
If you would like to connect both AX58 V2 to the main router via cable, it's suggested to configure both in AP Mode.
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