EasyMesh on TL-WPA7617 to use Powerline Backhaul

EasyMesh on TL-WPA7617 to use Powerline Backhaul

EasyMesh on TL-WPA7617 to use Powerline Backhaul
EasyMesh on TL-WPA7617 to use Powerline Backhaul
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Model: TL-WPA7617 KIT  
Hardware Version: V1
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Hi everyone,

 

I recently purchased a TP-Link Archer router that supports EasyMesh.

I am trying to set up a mesh network with my TL-WPA7617 Powerline kit (AV1000).

 

My issue is that the current "OneMesh" implementation forces the backhaul connection via Wi-Fi.

Since the units are far apart (different floors), the Wi-Fi signal between them is weak/unstable.

The system completely ignores the solid Powerline connection (PLC) available via the electrical wiring.

 

I see on the official list that the TL-WPA7617 is marked as "EasyMesh Planned".

Does anyone have information on when this firmware update will be released?

I am really waiting for the Ethernet/Powerline Backhaul support to stop relying on the weak Wi-Fi link between the nodes.

 

Thanks for your help!
Greg

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Re:EasyMesh on TL-WPA7617 to use Powerline Backhaul
8 hours ago

 Hello @GregBernie ,

Welcome to our community.

 

Regarding the progress of EasyMesh support, we do not have a firmware update schedule, so we are unable to provide a specific update time.

 

The backhaul connection between OneMesh devices is typically established via Wi-Fi. Even if your powerline adapters support OneMesh, the mesh backhaul will default to Wi-Fi rather than utilizing the powerline (PLC) connection for device-to-device communication.

 

The mesh connection will rely on Wi-Fi, which may not be ideal if your devices are far apart and the Wi-Fi signal is weak. If you require a more stable backhaul, you might consider using products with Ethernet backhaul.


 

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