Hey, welcome to all users from Germany!

 

In this article, we’d like to introduce a popular internet technology in Germany known as DS-Lite (Dual-Stack Lite). DS-Lite enables users to access both IPv4 and IPv6 content, making it a common solution as networks transition to IPv6. Many German ISPs implement this technology to provide internet access while meeting the growing demand for IPv6 connectivity.

 

However, not all manufacturers support DS-Lite in their networking devices. When selecting a device to work with DS-Lite, it's important to check the specifications and documentation of the router or gateway to ensure compatibility with DS-Lite. 

 

We are excited here to offer beta firmware for the Archer BE550 V1 to our German users. This gives you the opportunity to test the firmware before its official release, allowing you to connect your BE550 to the DS-Lite internet. It also provides us at TP-Link the chance to thoroughly test the firmware in real-world network environments and scenarios prior to the official launch. We welcome all feedback!

 

If you’re interested in testing beta firmware for other models, please feel free to leave a comment, and we will check with our engineering team to see if we can provide a beta version for you to test.

 

This Article applies to:

Archer BE550 V1

Archer GE230_V1

Archer BE230/BE3600_V1

Archer AX72 Pro_V1

Archer AX55_V1

Archer AX18_V1

 

Firmware Download:

 

Before the Upgrade

(1) For the sake of insurance, it's always recommended to save a copy of the router's Backup Config file before upgrading or downgrading. How to create and restore from a backup file on your TP-Link Router

(3) You may follow the guide to upgrade the firmware of your router. How to Upgrade the Firmware on the TP-Link Wi-Fi Routers.

 

Direct Firmware Download Link

Model & Hardware	Beta Firmware Version
Archer BE550 V1	1.1.3 Build 20250824
Archer GE230_V1	1.1.0 Build 20251127
Archer BE230/BE3600_V1	1.2.2 Build 20251206
Archer AX72 Pro_V1	1.4.7 Build 20260210
Archer AX55_V1	1.5.12 Build 20260327
Archer AX18_V1	1.2.3 Build 20251016

 

Configuration Notice:

After upgrading and installing the beta firmware on your Archer BE550 V1, please follow the steps below to configure it to connect to the internet.

 

Step 1. login to its web management page and navigate to Advanced > Network > Internet, select DS-Lite as the Internet Connection Type and leave the AFTR Name as Auto, then save the settings.

 

Step 2. Go to the IPTV/VLAN page, enable IPTV/VLAN, and configure the Internet VLAN ID as per your ISP's requirements. Then save the settings. If you're having trouble, try using VLAN ID 7.

 

Step 3. Go to IPv6, enable the IPv6 connection, and select the appropriate Internet Connection Type based on your ISP. Save the settings, then check if you can successfully obtain an IPv6 address. If so, the connection should be established.

*If your provider offers a PPPoE username and password, please select PPPoE. Otherwise, try Dynamic IP.

 

Please follow the above sequence to finish the configuration, then check if the internet works.

 

Additional Information

As always, we value your feedback. If somehow you encounter any issues while configuring your connection to DS-Lite, please comment below with the following information.  Your input helps us continue improving and providing the best products and support.

• ISP (Internet Service Provider)
• Please share any specific configuration requirements from your ISP. A direct link to your ISP's website or the configuration parameters they provided would be greatly appreciated.
• A screenshot of the IPv6 page and the Network Map page of the BE550. (Please mask any credentials for security reasons.)

 

Update Log:

 

Jun 8th, 2026:

Updated to provide beta firmware for the following models:

Archer GE230_V1

Archer BE230/BE3600_V1

Archer AX72 Pro_V1

Archer AX55_V1

Archer AX18_V1

 

Nov 26th, 2025:

Updated to provide a newer beta firmware.

Note: If you're already on the latest 1.2.1 official version, you cannot install the provided beta firmware.

 

Dec 6th, 2024:

1. Updated the download link of the beta firmware.

2. Updated the configuration guide.