Early Access Pre-release Firmware for Archer AX80 Supports EasyMesh in AP Mode, DoH/DoT, ECO Mode, and More
Hello Everyone,
We're thrilled to announce the release of the pre-release firmware for Archer AX80 V1. This firmware update introduces several exciting new functions and improvements to enhance your experience, including DoH/DoT, 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 reduces power consumption to conserve energy. Please note that this also results in a reduction in network speed and coverage.
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 support for VPN Client.
10. Added support for WireGuard.
11. 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 to the VPN Server successfully
12. 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
13. Added User Experience Improvement Program (UEIP).
Please 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.
14. Optimized the L2TP/IPsec VPN performance.
15. Enhanced USB sharing performance.
16. Fixed the issue that the Tether App displays OneMesh instead of EasyMesh when adding EasyMesh agents.
17. Optimized the overall system stability and performance.
Firmware Download:
Before the Upgrade
(1) IMPORTANT! Once upgraded to 1.3.x firmware, you CANNOT downgrade back to 1.1.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's Backup Config file before upgrading or downgrading.
(4) This pre-release firmware for Archer AX80 V1 can be applied to both the EU and JP versions.
(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 AX80(EU/JP)_V1 | Archer AX80(EU/JP)_V1_1.3.1 Build 20250813 (Beta Firmware) |
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 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
Aug 15th, 2025:
Update to provide an updated download link for Beta Firmware.
Bug Fixes:
Fixed the reported issue where the AX80's web interface menus become invisible after upgrading to the pre-release firmware.
Aug 8th, 2025:
Update to include a new note that this release also fixed the issue that the Tether App displays OneMesh instead of EasyMesh when adding EasyMesh agents.
Aug 6th, 2025:
Release of the article.
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Introducing TAP Mode in OpenVPN Server for AX55 V1 Router
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It all depends on which market and region your Archer AX80 device is made for, mine is for the EU market and has not yet received that official firmware.
But the engineers from the development team promised that a new official firmware should appear soon, which among other things will solve the problem with the dark theme in browsers...
Until then, devices for EU and JP markets can use the Beta Firmware (Archer AX80(EU/JP)_V1_1.3.1 Build 20250813) posted by Mr. @Kevin_Z , and it fixes the dark theme issue.
Regards!
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UPDATE: all good now new firmware fixed it
Many thanks i will wait for the offical update then.
Thanks for the quick reply i'm also having the EU version.
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@RobPham ,
Have you tried the latest firmware for the Archer AX8, which is version 1.3.2 Build 20250812 rel.70103?
Can the EasyMesh Network function normally now?
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Hi @RobPham
Regarding the EasyMesh Ethernet backhaul node dropping speeds to 100mbps, I have found the issue as to why mine drops to 100mbps. My issue was my Ethernet cable are exposed to the sun overheating my Ethernet cable.
Unfortunately when i purchased the Ethernet cable, I was told it was sun and rain proof. Upon inspection it turns out they were not sun and rain proof.
I bought a new set of Ethernet cables which are sun and rain proof and now they work without the speed dropping to 100mbps.
I hope this information helps incase you have a similar setup as me where your Ethernet cable is exposed to the outdoor sun.
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