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 |
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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 |
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| 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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However, by configuring a AX55 V1 in access point (AP) mode (main router), it will be possible to use the two AX58 units as EasyMesh satellites, with an Ethernet backhaul to ensure a stable and fast connection. This way, all three devices will operate as Wi-Fi access points, offering intelligent inter-AP roaming management through EasyMesh technology, allowing seamless transitions between access points.
Moreover, the router provided by my ISP will remain the only device handling IP routing across the entire network.
Are we on the same page?
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davidperrin1 wrote
However, by configuring a AX55 V1 in access point (AP) mode (main router), it will be possible to use the two AX58 units as EasyMesh satellites, with an Ethernet backhaul to ensure a stable and fast connection. This way, all three devices will operate as Wi-Fi access points, offering intelligent inter-AP roaming management through EasyMesh technology, allowing seamless transitions between access points.
Moreover, the router provided by my ISP will remain the only device handling IP routing across the entire network.
Are we on the same page?
@davidperrin1 So you have three TP-Link EasyMesh routers, 1*AX55V1 and 2*AX58V2.
If that’s the case, you can configure the AX55 V1 in AP Mode to serve as the EasyMesh main unit, then add the AX58 V2 to the EasyMesh network using an Ethernet backhaul as per topo 3.
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@Kevin_Z Can anyone confirm to me if in AX55 AP mode now with easymesh, I still have parental control and QoS functions? Or maybe in something other than the AX55Or maybe in something other than the AX55.
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Hi,
Just for you (and anyone else who is wondering), here are some screenshots showing the menus available on an Archer AX55 V1 in AP mode.
There is no HomeShield in AP mode. And it should be no different on the other Archer models.
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@Kevin_Z any update for GE800 model on this feature?
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Bro, even though this feature works sometimes, it's honestly buggy af.
I’ve connected everything exactly like in the screenshot, with wired backhaul, but for some reason, the AP device randomly switches to Wi-Fi mode. It’s super frustrating — like, FRFR, why is it doing that?
TP-Link really needs to add a strict option in EasyMesh to force AP devices to use wired only. No fallback to wireless, nothing. Just a clean toggle like:
"Use wired backhaul only – do not auto-switch to wireless."
Also, for context:
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Main Router: Archer AX53 v1.0
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Firmware: 1.4.2 Build 20250305 rel.56105(5553)
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AP Device: Archer C5(ISP Provided and i has 3 GIG LAN + 1GIG WAN) and AX10
No idea how that setup even makes sense, but hey, it’s what they gave.
TP-Link, if you're listening, please fix this and give us more control over how the mesh nodes connect.
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Jun2 wrote
@Kevin_Z any update for GE800 model on this feature?
We're thrilled to offer a pre-release firmware for Archer GE800 V1 in the following thread, and it's recommended to try out this version of firmware and take advantage of the new functions and improvements to enhance your experience including DoH/DoT, ECO Mode, and EasyMesh in AP mode. We encourage you to try out this version of firmware and take advantage of the following features:
Pre-release Firmware for Archer GE800/GE550/GE650v1 Supports EasyMesh in AP Mode, DoH&DoT, ECO Mode
Your feedback and suggestions are greatly appreciated.
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@Kevin_Z Hi are there any plans to support AX72 V1 (AX5400 (Firmware Version: 1.2.6 Build 20240619 rel.72016(4555) Hardware Version: Archer AX72 v1.0)) I have a setup of the router in AP mode, would be great to set it up in an EasyMesh configuration to utilize extenders that I've bought. Thanks a lot.
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Hi @Kevin_Z,
I have just noticed tha the AP mode is available now for: Archer AX72(US)_V2.0_1.3.1 Build 20241119 and newer versions
I hope you will introduce the same for my router: AX73 (EU) Ver:2.0.
I really care about that. I bought that router and three RE705X and was hoping I can take the adventage of the AP and EasyMesh mode at once.
Please consider introducing that posibility for my router.
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