Solution [Solved] Archer AX73 V2 Enters into a Restart Loop After Updating Apple TV and HomePod to OS 18.2
Update on Jan 8th, 2025
The newly released 1.1.1 official version of firmware for Archer AX73 V2 has addressed the issue mentioned here in this thread. Please check for the updates via the router's WEB GUI or through the Tether App.
Alternatively, you can download the firmware directly from the following link and upgrade it manually:
https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/archer-ax73/v2/#Firmware
This Article Applied to:
Router Model: Archer AX73 V2
Connected Devices: Apple TV, HomePods
Phenomenon Description:
We have received users' feedback that the Archer AX73 V2 began to reboot/restart frequently, approximately every two minutes after updating Apple TV and HomePod to OS 18.2. The issue occurs not only when Apple TV and HomePod are connected, but also when Apple TV is turned off, as long as HomePod is connected, the router will still reboot.
Restarting has detailed the issue he encountered in this thread.
Workaround:
We understand this can be frustrating. We recommend trying one of the following methods to restore connectivity.
Method 1: Temporarily disconnect the connected HomePod.
Method 2: Install the provided beta firmware on your Archer AX73 V2.
Our development team has provided beta software to address this issue. If you're experiencing a similar issue, please upgrade and install the beta software on your Archer AX73 V2, then check if the router works properly.
Archer AX73_V2_1.1.0 Build 20240619 (Beta firmware)
Note: Please be sure you have read the Terms and Conditions for TP-Link Beta Firmware before proceeding.
Additional Information
If neither of the above suggestions works, please provide the following details:
• Frequency of Restart: Does the Archer AX73 work properly for hours before restarting, or does it remain in a restart loop until you disconnect the HomePod? Does manually rebooting the AX73 restore the connection?
• Connected Devices. What devices are connected to the Archer AX73? Try removing all devices from the network and then reconnecting them one by one to see if a specific device triggers the restart loop.
Thank you for your attention!