Early Access Pre-release Firmware for Archer AX53/AX58 Supports EasyMesh in AP Mode, Ethernet Backhaul, ECO Mode
Updated on Jun 3, 2025:
The official version 1.4.3 Build 20250314 is gradually rolling out, and users can check for updates on the AX53's web interface or through the Tether App and install the latest version. We strongly recommend upgrading to this version to improve the overall experience.
Users can also get a direct download link of the new version from the website as follows:
https://www.tp-link.com/support/download/archer-ax53/v1/#Firmware
This thread will be locked for further comments then. Please start a new thread to open a discussion if you have any questions.
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Hello Everyone,
We're thrilled to announce the release of the pre-release firmware for Archer AX53/AX58 V1. This firmware update introduces several exciting new functions and improvements to enhance your experience including Ethernet Backhaul, EasyMesh in AP mode, Satellite Router Management, ECO Mode, etc. We encourage you to try out this version of firmware and take advantage of the following features. Your feedback and suggestions are greatly appreciated.
New Features and Modifications:
1. Added Ethernet Backhaul for EasyMesh.
2. Added EasyMesh feature in AP mode.
3. Enhanced EasyMesh Satellite Router Management via satellite router web interface.
4. Added EasyMesh Network Topology to gain a clear understanding of your EasyMesh network's structure.
5. Added ECO mode on Advanced->System->ECO Mode page.
When working in Power-Saving Mode or Ultra Power-Saving Mode, your router will reduce the power consumption to save power, please note that your network speed and coverage will be reduced as well.
6. Added IoT Network.
7. Enhanced Wi-Fi Schedule to enjoy more flexibility by setting separate schedules for 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi bands.
8. Added isolation of Guest Network and Main Network in AP mode.
9. Added Language options on the top of the web interface.
10. Added support for VPN Client.
11. Added support for WireGuard.
12. Added OpenVPN Server TAP Mode. Introducing TAP Mode in OpenVPN Server for AX55 V1 Router
Note: It requires your OpenVPN Client supporting TAP Mode as well, or you will not be able to connect the VPN Server successfully
13. Added new functions to the Tether App: EasyMesh, OpenVPN Server/Client, Eco Mode, Wireless Schedule, Guest Portal Network
Note: please use the new Tether App to experience those new features: New UI for 11AX Routers on Tether App 4.3 version is Ready for Trial
14. Added User Experience Improvement Program (UEIP).
Participate in our UEIP during the Quick Setup process, or enable/disable it later on the Advanced->System->About page. Your feedback will help us enhance the product.
15. Improved client type identification accuracy.
16. Optimized the overall system stability and performance.
Firmware Download:
Before the Upgrade
(1) IMPORTANT!: Once upgraded to the 1.4.x firmware, you CANNOT downgrade back to the 1.3.x or 1.2.x version.
(2) Please be sure you have read the Beta Test Agreement before upgrading the pre-release firmware!
(3) For the sake of insurance, it's always recommended to save a copy of the router Backup Config file before upgrading or downgrading.
(4) This pre-release firmware for Archer AX53/AX58 V1 can be applied to all versions (EU/US/AU/KR/etc.).
(5) You may follow the guide to upgrade the firmware of your router. How to Upgrade the Firmware on the TP-Link Wi-Fi Routers.
(6) The screenshots in this article are taken from the web GUI or Tether App of Archer AX55 V1 for reference.
Direct Firmware Download Link
| Archer AX53/AX58_V1 | Archer AX53/AX58_V1_1.4.3 Build 20250314 (Pre-release Firmware) UPDATED |
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 improving and providing the best products and support.
- Provide a detailed network layout, including how the devices are connected, especially if there are EasyMesh satellite devices.
- Detailed issue description, and provide more information on the specific conditions that seem to trigger the problem.
Thank you for your continued support and for being part of our community.
Update Log
Apr 11th, 2025:
Update to provide a new 1.4.3 pre-release version.
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Hi!
I recently discovered a major issue (at least for me) with the new 1.4.3 firmware (updated via OTA).
I'm using an AX53 v1(EU) and an EX220 in EasyMesh mode via ethernet backhaul. AX53 as main router and EX220 as satellite. I was running pre-release firmware 1.3.1 provided in these forums without any problems until I updated to 1.4.3.
After the update the satellite router doesn't broadcast (mirror from main router) the Guest Network SSIDs. Before the update everything was fine, every SSID was mirrored correctly. Now I can't connect to the Guest SSIDs when close to the EX220 as I don't see them, moving close to AX53 main router I can see them and connect to them without any problem. I tried fully factory resetting both devices and setting them up from scratch but that did not solve the problem.
Is this a new feature implementation in firmware 1.4.3 or is it a bug?
Being able to connect to Guest networks is a must for me as I work with a lot of unsafe devices (I service mobile phones and laptops and some of them can have viruses) and I prefer to isolate them from my main network.
Is there any way to downgrade to 1.3.1 firmware? Or a beta firmware newer than 1.4.3 that fixes this?
Thanks in advance!
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I hope it's a bug and not a new way of functioning. It's a major setback for me as I have plenty of smart devices (smart relays, temp sensors, security devices) on my main network that I'd rather not expose to other unsafe devices involved in my work. I was afraid of doing the update as everything was functioning as it should, but I don't like having pre-release, beta software on devices like my routers. Guess I made a really bad choice :(
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Hope it gets solved. It definitely cannot be a new way of functioning. Only reason for the upgrade for me was the ethernet backhaul mesh function which is working well.
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That was available in the 1.3.1 pre-release version too, worked flawlessly for me. The odd thing is that I have that firmware on my laptop but unable to downgrade :(
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Might have missed that.
Anyway, check post number 1.
You cannot downgrade once you have upgraded to 1.4.3
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Yeah, I saw. That is why this situation is odd, as I still have the firmware file but can't do nothing with it :(
As I see from earlier replies, for the serious stuff as ours there is no official reply for a while.
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Pufi24 wrote
Hi!
I recently discovered a major issue (at least for me) with the new 1.4.3 firmware (updated via OTA).
I'm using an AX53 v1(EU) and an EX220 in EasyMesh mode via ethernet backhaul. AX53 as main router and EX220 as satellite. I was running pre-release firmware 1.3.1 provided in these forums without any problems until I updated to 1.4.3.
As far as I can confirm, this is not the case. What I learned is that EasyMesh (with generic firmware, such as on Archer AX53) only extends the main network, and it doesn't extend the Guest Network or the IoT Network.
Are you certain that the guest network can be extended when running the pre-release 1.3.1 version? Is the one provided in this thread?
BTW, what is the firmware version of the EX220? This model targets the Internet Providers, so I'm not sure whether the customized firmware may differ from those made generic when using EasyMesh technology.
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Yes, I'm 100% sure! I'm an IT professional (for 14 years now) so I pretty much know what I'm doing/talking. Yes, I know the EX220 is targeted for ISPs as I got that one from my ISP.
The firmware on the EX220 is untouched, never been updated as I use it only satellite mode. With the factory firmware on the AX53 all networks were extended. I needed mesh ethernet backhaul so I updated to pre-release 1.3.1, ALL NETWORKS were extended. A couple of days ago I saw that an official OTA update is available so I updated and since then only main networks are extended. If this is the way it's supposed to be then I have to say goodbye to TP-Link as this is unacceptable and doesn't have any logic in it.
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