Early Access Pre-release Firmware for Archer GE800/GE550/GE650v1 Supports EasyMesh in AP Mode, DoH&DoT, ECO Mode
This thread has been locked for further replies. You can start a new thread to share your ideas or ask questions.
Update on Jul 3, 2025:
The official version (1.2.1 for Archer GE800v1, 1.1.1 for Archer GE550v1, and 1.1.0 for Archer GE650v1.6) is being gradually released. Users can check for updates via the router's web interface or through the Tether App to install the latest version manually.
If you cannot find the latest version, please download the firmware from the direct link in the following thread and upgrade it manually:
Archer GE800_V1_1.2.1 Build 20250610
We will manually lock this post to better focus on discussions regarding the new firmware. We also encourage all users to upgrade to the latest firmware for testing and to provide feedback.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Hello Everyone,
We're thrilled to announce the release of the pre-release firmware for Archer GE800/GE550/GE650 V1. This update introduces wireless driver enhancements for improved system stability and compatibility, along with a lot of new features like 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. Your feedback and suggestions are greatly appreciated.
New Features and Modifications:
1. Upgraded wireless drivers for enhanced system stability and compatibility.
2. Updated WebUI color scheme from blue-black to red-black.
3. Added RGB Light sync and control in Mesh mode.
4. (Archer GE800 V1 only) Newly added Cooling Control to allow you to select a cooling mode for optimal performance.
You can modify the settings based on your needs by navigating to Advanced > System > Cooling Control.
5. Added EasyMesh feature in AP mode.
6. Newly support EasyMesh Topology Map.
7. Newly support DoH/DoT.
8. Newly support ECO mode.
9. Newly support WebUI in EasyMesh Satellite/Agent mode, providing functions like LED control, reboot, firmware upgrade, and more.
10. Newly support Guest network isolation from the main network in AP mode.
11. Newly support setting Wi-Fi Schedule separately for different Wi-Fi channels.
12. Newly support multi-selection in the Access Control allow list function.
13. Newly support setting the client IP range of the PPTP/L2TP/IPsec VPN server to match the main network's DHCP range.
14. Optimized USB sharing performance.
15. Optimized the overall system stability and performance.
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) This pre-release firmware for Archer GE800/GE550/GE650 V1 can be applied to all versions (EU/US/AU/CA/etc).
(4) You may follow the guide to upgrade the firmware of your router. How to Upgrade the Firmware on the TP-Link Wi-Fi Routers.
(5) The screenshots in this article are taken from the web GUI of Archer GE800 V1 for reference only.
(6) This version of software can be degraded to the previous official version.
Direct Firmware Download Link
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
Jul 3th, 2025:
Updated to inform our users for the latest official firmware releases and closed this pre-release testing.
Jun 13th, 2025:
Updated to provide a new pre-release firmware for Archer GE800 which introduce AI QoS to improve the overall gaming experience. Check this thread for more details.
Jun 10th, 2025:
Updated to provide a direct download link for the official firmware of the Archer GE650(US) V1.6.
Related Articles
Introducing AI QoS: Elevate Your Gaming Experience on the Archer GE800 Gaming Router!
EasyMesh Is Available When Wi-Fi Routers Work in AP Mode as A Controller
Wi-Fi Routers Support DoH and DoT Network
- Copy Link
- Subscribe
- Bookmark
- Report Inappropriate Content
Innocentone wrote
Hello @Kevin_Z,
I wanted to follow up as I saw the ge550 was affected too. I own a ge800 and when I adjust the bandwidth control for the guest networks, it throttles the non-guest networks and guest networks.
I ended up upgrading to this beta firmware because the stable firmware started dropping my wireless connections.
I can't wait for the final release, it looks promising!
@Innocentone Thank you very much for your feedback.
Is this pre-release firmware working stably on your GE800 now?
Regarding the Bandwidth Control concern, can I have a screenshot of the settings for the Guest Network and the speed test results on the devices connected to the main network?
We will report it to the development team and request them to verify if there is an issue with the firmware.
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
When will the official firmware for ge800 be released?
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
ABC_ChoCo wrote
When will the official firmware for ge800 be released?
@ABC_ChoCo Not decided yet.
It's suggested to install the pre-release firmware on your GE800 to explore all the mentioned new features.
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Hello @Kevin_Z,
It has been 48 hours and the beta firmware has been working extremely well. My MLO has been stable since I flash it over and I have had 0 drops so far. I will keep you updated on this if it changes.
Requested screenshots below are posted below.
I hope you can get this resolved soon, I rely on this feature.
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
@Kevin_Z I'm on this beta from a few weeks ago and today I found I was unable to login into the router's web interface, deleted cache on my phone and desktop computer and that didnt do it (if I use the right password the page does not show any error it just refreshes to the same login page). Also tried on Tether app and it's working fine.
Another issue I have been facing since I bought this router is with my phone Samsung S25 Ultra on WiFi 7, sometimes when I unlock it the network is not working properly, the WiFi icon is on the status bar and its showing the ( ! ) symbol, sometimes after a few seconds it fixes on its own but sometimes I need to power off and on the WiFi on the phone to fix it, I would say this issue is less frequent on this beta but still happens. Something weird is that I also own a Samsung Tab S10 Ultra that's also connected throught WiFi 7 and this issue does not happen
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
@Gogolithic I'm on GE800 btw
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Innocentone wrote
Hello @Kevin_Z,
It has been 48 hours and the beta firmware has been working extremely well. My MLO has been stable since I flash it over and I have had 0 drops so far. I will keep you updated on this if it changes.
Requested screenshots below are posted below.
I hope you can get this resolved soon, I rely on this feature.
@Innocentone Thank you very much for your valuable feedback.
I will report it to the development team and request them to verify and fix it in the official release.
BTW, what is the bandwidth you get from your internet provider? What speed can you get if you disable the Bandwidth Control settings for the Guest Network?
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Gogolithic wrote
@Kevin_Z I'm on this beta from a few weeks ago and today I found I was unable to login into the router's web interface, deleted cache on my phone and desktop computer and that didnt do it (if I use the right password the page does not show any error it just refreshes to the same login page). Also tried on Tether app and it's working fine.
Another issue I have been facing since I bought this router is with my phone Samsung S25 Ultra on WiFi 7, sometimes when I unlock it the network is not working properly, the WiFi icon is on the status bar and its showing the ( ! ) symbol, sometimes after a few seconds it fixes on its own but sometimes I need to power off and on the WiFi on the phone to fix it, I would say this issue is less frequent on this beta but still happens. Something weird is that I also own a Samsung Tab S10 Ultra that's also connected throught WiFi 7 and this issue does not happen
@Gogolithic Thank you for your feedback.
Could you please take a video or screen recording of the login failure? Is the internet still working properly on the device that you're trying to login to the web interface?
How would you temporarily fix it? Do you need to reboot the GE800 to recover it, or just wait?
Please try logging in on other devices to check if you encounter a similar login failure.
Regarding the Samsung S25 Ultra WiFi 7 issue, have you ever contacted Samsung support for suggestions? As you described, there are no such issues on Samsung Tab S10 Ultra when it's also connected through WiFi 7.
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Hello @Kevin_Z,
I currently only have 600/600. I went overboard on the router I plan to upgrade to 1.2 or 2gb in the up coming months.
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Having the same login failure using web interface issue happened to me too. Unable to fix after reboot only able to login thru teather app. After few days of trying to login into the web interface and suddenly the router factory reset by itself. Right after the router automatically factory reset then i was able to login using the web interface.
***Currently already downgraded to the previous version, feel like the pre-release is not very stable.
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Information
Helpful: 3
Views: 14527
Replies: 104
Voters 1