Archer AX72 and AX-53 auto update not working

Archer AX72 and AX-53 auto update not working

Archer AX72 and AX-53 auto update not working
Archer AX72 and AX-53 auto update not working
2026-07-29 15:51:05 - last edited 2026-08-21 16:44:21
Model: Archer AX72  
Hardware Version: V1
Firmware Version: 1.4.4

I've seen a post of the same issue with Archer AX55. The probable cause of the failure being that the network was in use between 03:00-05:00 understood too. However, nowadays this is a huge problem. Why? Because of the amount of IoT devices we currently have: cameras, vaccum robots, on-off IoT light switches; etc.

 

My suggestion is: TP-Link should change the firmware code to force the upgrade in these time intervals and, the tech person who programmed the router for auto update will be aware of that!

 

Much obliged!

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2026-08-21 14:03:39 - last edited 2026-08-21 16:44:21

Hi @AMarks ,

We're pleased to announce the pre-release of the Archer AX53 V1 firmware! Download and experience the latest improvements right now!

New Firmware Archer AX53 Introduces Web Protection Whitelist, ECO Mode v2, and More

Thank you for your feedback and suggestions.

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Re:Archer AX72 and AX-53 auto update not working
2026-07-29 17:46:43

  @Eddie_Can-Bra 

 

TP-Link automatic firmware updates typically occur during off-peak hours, generally between 2:00 AM and 6:00 AM local time. This schedule prevents network disruptions during the day, though some models may allow you to view or adjust these timing windows through the TP-Link Tether or Deco apps or their WebGUI.

This doesn't mean that if the network is in use between 03:00-05:00 (for example), the Auto-update feature will fail.

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2026-08-01 12:57:49
It doesn’t work in Archer AX53, period. Mine (EU V1) had a version of 2025 and claimed there were no further updates. Had to manually upload the latest 2026 version downloaded from the site. And HomeShield Security+ doesn’t load either, it goes to about 80% and then abruptly finishes, and the router remains unprotected. Am going to unsubscribe, it’s no good.
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Re:Archer AX72 and AX-53 auto update not working
2026-08-01 13:43:14

  @AMarks 

 

You can observe this feature behavior over time and check if it's working, once you've updated manually to the latest FW release version.

TBH, I disabled the Audo-update feature a long time ago, since some of the new FW releases were immature or not refined enough, to be released in production.

As for the  HomeShield Security+ feature, I suppose you're referring to the Tether app — contact your local support for assistance with that — here.

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2026-08-21 14:03:39 - last edited 2026-08-21 16:44:21

Hi @AMarks ,

We're pleased to announce the pre-release of the Archer AX53 V1 firmware! Download and experience the latest improvements right now!

New Firmware Archer AX53 Introduces Web Protection Whitelist, ECO Mode v2, and More

Thank you for your feedback and suggestions.

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