Is TL-WA1201 a good option?

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Is TL-WA1201 a good option?
Is TL-WA1201 a good option?
2025-10-16 12:40:39 - last edited 2025-11-07 02:30:15
Model: TL-WA1201  
Hardware Version: V3
Firmware Version:

Hi guys, 

 

I have a BE550 router. And I have IoT network configured, what means that I have two SSIDs. I'd like to know if TL-WA1201 V3 is a good option to extend my network (wired, I already have a rj45 connection in the place i want to put the ap). 

 

Thanks all 

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Re:Is TL-WA1201 a good option? -Solution
2025-10-19 23:29:18 - last edited 2025-11-07 02:30:15

  @Celitron18000 

 

You should also know that almost every wireless router can work as an AP - details.

The advantages of  TL-WA1201 is that it's a dedicated AP which supports VLANs.

But if you don't use VLANs in your local network configuration, you can simply use a wireless router as an AP and extend your wireless coverage.

The other approach could be to use another Easymesh compatible router that support an ethernet backhaul to achieve the same.

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Re:Is TL-WA1201 a good option?
2025-10-17 07:33:47

Hello@Celitron18000 ,

 

If you want to expand your network via a wired connection and don't have other specific requirements, such as increasing your IoT network or requiring high wired speeds, the TL-WA1201 is a good choice.

 

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Re:Is TL-WA1201 a good option? -Solution
2025-10-19 23:29:18 - last edited 2025-11-07 02:30:15

  @Celitron18000 

 

You should also know that almost every wireless router can work as an AP - details.

The advantages of  TL-WA1201 is that it's a dedicated AP which supports VLANs.

But if you don't use VLANs in your local network configuration, you can simply use a wireless router as an AP and extend your wireless coverage.

The other approach could be to use another Easymesh compatible router that support an ethernet backhaul to achieve the same.

If this was helpful click on the arrow pointing upward to make it blue. If this solves your issue, click the star to make it blue as a "Recommended Solution". Tips:149wubkkfoLmNDjDbiTxx4ZU8mpcMA5CJt
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