Early Access Archer AX53 & AX58 V1 Supports EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul, WireGuard VPN, IoT Network, and More
We’re excited to announce the pre-release of the Archer AX53/AX58 V1 firmware update, version V1.3.1. This update introduces a host of new features, performance enhancements, and security improvements for a smoother and more reliable network experience. Below is a summary of the key updates.
This Article Applies to:
Archer AX53 V1
Archer AX58 V1
New Features and Modifications:
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EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul
The new firmware introduces full EasyMesh support, enabling seamless integration between multiple devices for consistent coverage across your home. The addition of Ethernet Backhaul ensures more stable and faster connections by allowing mesh nodes to connect via wired networks, alleviating congestion on Wi-Fi bands and improving overall network performance.
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VPN Client and WireGuard Support
This update adds VPN client functionality with the inclusion of the WireGuard protocol, allowing users to set up and manage their VPN connections directly from the TP-Link router. This enhances privacy and provides faster speeds for your internet browsing.
*Note: L2TP/IPSec client support is not included.
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IoT Network Segmentation
A major addition to this update is the IoT Network feature. This allows you to manage your smart devices more effectively by isolating them from the main network. This improves both the security and performance of your network, keeping your primary network efficient and less congested.
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Local DNS Server Configuration
With this update, users can now configure local DNS servers directly in the WAN/Internet settings page. This flexibility allows you to select DNS providers that best suit your privacy and performance needs, bypassing default ISP settings. This can result in faster browsing speeds and enhanced security.
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Advanced AP Mode
AP mode now includes a range of advanced features, such as wireless scheduling, access controls, and enhanced device management. This gives users more flexibility to control their network setup, allowing for easy configuration of security settings, parental controls, and device monitoring, even in access point mode.
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Flow Control Switch
For advanced users, a new Flow Control ON/OFF switch has been added under Advanced > Network > LAN > Flow Controller. This feature allows more granular control over network traffic management.
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More Enhancements
- Enhanced device stability.
- Enhanced device security.
- Improved the accuracy of client identification with Fing Integration.
Firmware Download
Before the Upgrade
(1) Please be sure you have read the Beta Test Agreement before upgrading the pre-release firmware!
(2) For the sake of insurance, it's always recommended to save a copy of the router Backup Config file before upgrading or downgrading.
(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.
(4) This pre-release firmware for Archer AX53/AX58 V1 can be applied to all versions (EU/US/TW/etc.).
(5) This version of software can be degraded to the previous version.
Direct Firmware Download link:
Archer AX53&AX58_V1_1.3.1 Build 20241120 (Pre-release Software)
Additional Information
As always, we value your feedback. If somehow you encounter an issue during or after the router firmware upgrade, it's suggested to comment below with the following info. Your input helps us continue to improve and provide the best possible products and support.
- Model and firmware version of your router.
- Detailed issue description, and provide more information on the specific conditions that seem to trigger the problem.
Related Articles:
How to Build an Ethernet Backhaul Using Two EasyMesh Routers
How to set up WireGuard VPN on TP-Link wireless router
How to set up IoT Network on TP-Link wireless router
Introducing Fing Integration: Enhanced Client Recognition for Archer Routers and Deco Mesh Systems
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@Kevin_Z, is there still no DoH/DoT feature in AX53?
Why this feature is not standard in TP-Link routers is beyond me.
Even after requesting this feature for so long it is still not implemented!
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By the way. What was still a "pre-release" yesterday has already become an official release today in parts of the world.
https://www.tp-link.com/tw/support/download/archer-ax53/v1/#Firmware
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Do you know when "pre-release Firmware" will become an official release in EU version?
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Hi,
If I am not mistaken, the Archer AX53 V2 should support EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul "out of the box". (i.e. don't need to update the firmware)
To update the AX53 V1 satellite router with the firmware you downloaded from the TP-Link website you need to do the following:
1) reset the AX53 to factory default settings
2) connect the computer to the AX53 (recommended is by Ethernet cable, but wireless will also work)
3) log into the AX53 via http://192.168.0.1 and update the firmware
4) switch the AX53 back to satellite mode
5) add the AX53 to the EasyMesh network again
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I've been testing the new firmware since its release and it has been perfect for me. Super stable and efficient. Both Ax58 and Ax53 are working fine in mesh with Ethernet backhaul. Tp-link has exceeded itself.
It's great to finally have all clients on the network perfectly identified and centrally managed from the main router.
Kudos to you and the dev team for the stellar work!
Happy new year
Regards
Tony
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Hi Toni,
nice you have got it working. However I'm fighting with them, Archer AX53V1 and AX58v1 since a week, and I only get it working stable for one or two hours, then my whole LAN becomes crazy (DHCP doesn't work, devices disconnect,...) I've been testing using AX53 as main adn AX58 as satellite and the other mode (AX58 main and AX53 satellite).
When using WiFi EasyMesh everything runs perfect, but when I connect Ethernet then nightmare appears.
Then my question tou you, Toni, Are you using AX53 and AX58, both, as satellites? Which router are you using as main in this case?
Else which is your config?
Thanks
Regards
Javier
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@Kevin_Z Awesome thank you very much for approved my "feature request", as those features are really important for many AX53 V1 users :)
https://community.tp-link.com/en/home/forum/topic/708708?sortDir=ASC&page=1
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Router_Review wrote
@Kevin_Z Awesome thank you very much for approved my "feature request", as those features are really important for many AX53 V1 users :)
https://community.tp-link.com/en/home/forum/topic/708708?sortDir=ASC&page=1
@Router_Review I checked your link above.
Bro you are the real hero!!
you are a life saver for many AX53 V1 users..
Thank you so very much for your effort, Finally Tp-link will release the official firmware..
best regards
Shawn
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Hi!
I'm sorry for the late reply. I didn't get notified of you reply.
I'm using the ax58 as main router and the ax53 as satellite.
What I did was:
Started with ax53 in AP mode. Inside ax58 I reserved a specific ip for the ax53 (in my case 192.168.1.253).
I then placed the ax53 into satellite mode and added it on the ax58 (using Ethernet cable on port 2 on both devices).
Once the ax53 rebooted, it became inaccessible (which is normal in satellite mode). I then unplugged the Ethernet cable on the ax53 from port 2 and plugged it into the wan port (blue).
And everything started to work perfect
I'm describing the whole procedure because
the ax53 had no ip once it moved into satellite mode. It only got one once I plugged it into the wan port (not sure that affects anything but it only started to work as designed when I did that) and it got the pre defined by the ax58 dhcp server
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