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Trying to add APs to existing EAP 610 v1 for fast roaming

Trying to add APs to existing EAP 610 v1 for fast roaming
Trying to add APs to existing EAP 610 v1 for fast roaming
2025-08-09 15:47:54 - last edited 2025-08-22 08:19:27
Tags: #Roaming #Network Connectivity #Installation #seamless roaming
Model: EAP610  
Hardware Version: V1
Firmware Version: 1.4.3 Build 20250520 Rel. 45372(5553)

Hello,

 

I once ran a (very) small business from my home using an EAP 610 v1. I no longer run the business, but I want to add one or more APs to extend WiFi range and implement fast (seamless?) roaming in my home. I have read many posts, articles, etc., but I remain confused about what is needed to accomplish this. The firmware on 610 was recently updated to the latest version available: v1.4.3 Build 20250520 Rel. 45372(5553).

 

My 610 is mounted on a wall (not a ceiling, though I have seen no real difference in range with wall vs ceiling mounting). I would like to add another indoor AP (perhaps EAD 615 WALL) and an outdoor AP (perhaps EAP225-Outdoor). All 3 APs would be hard-wired (the outdoor AP powered via PoE from a TL-SG1005P switch).

 

I THINK these APs can be configured in standalone mode to achieve fast (or seamless) roaming. Is that right?

 

Is an Omada controller required? If so, does the controller have to be hardware or software? If software will suffice, where is the software hosted?

 

Do I need the Omada app to configure these APs?

 

I read one article on the TP-Link web site titled "How to Configure your Omada EAP into a Mesh Network Using the Omada App" (https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/faq/3596/). The article says "Required Omada app version 4.6.9 and above", but when I look on Google Play, the current version of the TP-Link Omada app is v4.25.2, last updated on Aug 1, 2025 ... ??

 

As I understand it, Mesh simply allows the connection of APs over WiFi, right? If so, then since I am hard-wiring all the APs, I do not need Mesh.

 

I know these are pretty basic (dumb?) questions, but info I'm reading seems contradictory and (unnecessarily?) complicated. I would appreciate any guidance anyone can offer.

 

Thanks

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Re:Trying to add APs to existing EAP 610 v1 for fast roaming-Solution
2025-08-12 01:52:49 - last edited 2025-08-22 08:19:27

Hi  @Blaise56 

 

Thanks for posting here.

Firstly, this is an introduction of fast roaming.

What is Fast Roaming of TP-Link Business Wi-Fi Products?

 

Please see my answers below:

 

I THINK these APs can be configured in standalone mode to achieve fast (or seamless) roaming. Is that right?

Is an Omada controller required? If so, does the controller have to be hardware or software? If software will suffice, where is the software hosted?

>>The EAP models you are looking at all support fast roaming. But this is a feature under controller mode. And it requires the controller running all the time. For your situation, a hardware controller OC200 would be ok.

 

With Omada controller, Omada APP is not required. But you still can use Omada APP to manage the system. Just download the current version from APP store/Google Play.

 

As I understand it, Mesh simply allows the connection of APs over WiFi, right? If so, then since I am hard-wiring all the APs, I do not need Mesh.

>>> Yes, with wired connection, mesh is not needed. 

 

In a word, what you need to do is:

1. Plug the two EAP units into the switch;

2. Adopt all the SDN devices via a controller;

3. Finish basic network settings and enable Fast roaming

 

How to Set Up the Whole Network of Gateway, Switches, and EAPs Using Omada SDN Controller

Wish you a happy life and smooth network usage!  >Get the Latest Omada SDN Controller Releases Here< >Experience the Latest Omada EAP Firmware<
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Re:Trying to add APs to existing EAP 610 v1 for fast roaming-Solution
2025-08-12 01:52:49 - last edited 2025-08-22 08:19:27

Hi  @Blaise56 

 

Thanks for posting here.

Firstly, this is an introduction of fast roaming.

What is Fast Roaming of TP-Link Business Wi-Fi Products?

 

Please see my answers below:

 

I THINK these APs can be configured in standalone mode to achieve fast (or seamless) roaming. Is that right?

Is an Omada controller required? If so, does the controller have to be hardware or software? If software will suffice, where is the software hosted?

>>The EAP models you are looking at all support fast roaming. But this is a feature under controller mode. And it requires the controller running all the time. For your situation, a hardware controller OC200 would be ok.

 

With Omada controller, Omada APP is not required. But you still can use Omada APP to manage the system. Just download the current version from APP store/Google Play.

 

As I understand it, Mesh simply allows the connection of APs over WiFi, right? If so, then since I am hard-wiring all the APs, I do not need Mesh.

>>> Yes, with wired connection, mesh is not needed. 

 

In a word, what you need to do is:

1. Plug the two EAP units into the switch;

2. Adopt all the SDN devices via a controller;

3. Finish basic network settings and enable Fast roaming

 

How to Set Up the Whole Network of Gateway, Switches, and EAPs Using Omada SDN Controller

Wish you a happy life and smooth network usage!  >Get the Latest Omada SDN Controller Releases Here< >Experience the Latest Omada EAP Firmware<
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