Archer Ax55 stuck on connecting to nordvpn

Archer Ax55 stuck on connecting to nordvpn

Archer Ax55 stuck on connecting to nordvpn
Archer Ax55 stuck on connecting to nordvpn
2025-09-30 15:17:42 - last edited 2025-10-18 16:59:16
Model: Archer AX55  
Hardware Version: V4
Firmware Version: 1.1.2 Build 20241014 rel.59971(4341)

I have tried every work around to get this to work but no-way. Just sticks on connecting when installing the vpn.

Adjusted firewall, factory reset on router, tried different config files, read all the posts but I have yet to see a post that had a fix.

The router is connected to a starlink receiver.

Help would be appreciated.

 

Thanks

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Re:Archer Ax55 stuck on connecting to nordvpn-Solution
2025-10-09 11:05:23 - last edited 2025-10-18 16:59:16

Hello @RCGreen ,

Welcome to our community.

 

Could you let me know if you are trying to use OpenVPN on the router? To improve your VPN performance, consider these options:
1. Use VPN on a computer or device: If possible, set up the VPN connection directly on your desktop or another device with more processing power. This usually results in much better speeds compared to running the VPN on the router.
2. Try WireGuard VPN: If your TP-Link router supports WireGuard, consider switching to this protocol. WireGuard is known for its efficiency and faster speeds compared to traditional VPN protocols like OpenVPN.

Nice to Meet You in Our TP-Link Community. Check Out the Latest Posts: △New Firmware Update for Archer BE260/Archer BE400 to Support VPN Merge, New ECO Mode, and More △Connect TP-Link Archer BE550 to Germany's DS-Lite (Dual Stack Lite) Internet via WAN △Tether KidShield Test Recruitment - Safeguarding Children's Online Experience If you found the post or response helpful, please click Helpful. If an answer solves your problem, click "Recommended Solution" so that others can benefit from it.
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Re:Archer Ax55 stuck on connecting to nordvpn
2025-10-06 22:26:45
Got it working. I switched from Edge to Chrome for a browser and the vpn quickly connected. The issue now is speed. The download through the router is 350 mbps drops to 36 mbps with vpn. Not a problem for TV and tablets but not good for a desktop.
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Re:Archer Ax55 stuck on connecting to nordvpn-Solution
2025-10-09 11:05:23 - last edited 2025-10-18 16:59:16

Hello @RCGreen ,

Welcome to our community.

 

Could you let me know if you are trying to use OpenVPN on the router? To improve your VPN performance, consider these options:
1. Use VPN on a computer or device: If possible, set up the VPN connection directly on your desktop or another device with more processing power. This usually results in much better speeds compared to running the VPN on the router.
2. Try WireGuard VPN: If your TP-Link router supports WireGuard, consider switching to this protocol. WireGuard is known for its efficiency and faster speeds compared to traditional VPN protocols like OpenVPN.

Nice to Meet You in Our TP-Link Community. Check Out the Latest Posts: △New Firmware Update for Archer BE260/Archer BE400 to Support VPN Merge, New ECO Mode, and More △Connect TP-Link Archer BE550 to Germany's DS-Lite (Dual Stack Lite) Internet via WAN △Tether KidShield Test Recruitment - Safeguarding Children's Online Experience If you found the post or response helpful, please click Helpful. If an answer solves your problem, click "Recommended Solution" so that others can benefit from it.
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