@Bellaheyes 

When will the XE75 Pro be getting updated to either 1.11.x or 1.5.x?

  @Bellaheyes 

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  @Riley_S I (just now) realized this but I believe you should include the model(s) in the title at the top, probably best start with it, ie:

[X50, X55] Deco Firmware 1.11.0 Feature Introduction: VPNs, Bandwidth Limit, and More

The reason is that the specific numeration matched to the features only apply to X50 and X55, not my BE95 for example...

Riley_S wrote

Below you can find a summary of the features planned to be introduced in an upcoming firmware update to our Deco platform. These features will be generally available with the 1.11.0 or 1.5.0 firmware update. Added features and update availability may be region and model-dependent.

Please keep in mind that this firmware is still in the testing/development phase and is set to release in the coming months. Our teams are unable to provide precise timelines on what models and what features are expected to receive an update or feature. Keep an eye out for any firmware updates through your Deco App. 

 

New Features Added in Deco 1.11.0 / 1.5.0

• Added Support for WireGuard VPN Server/Client Connections

 

• Added Built-In Quick Configuration for VPN Providers, NordVPN and SurfShark (Region Dependent)

 

• Add “Client Speed Limit Feature” on the Client’s Settings Page

 

• Added Ability to Disable Auto WAN/LAN Sensing and Ability to Set the WAN Port Manually

 

• QoS Improvements:
  • App-Based QoS Management
  • Added Ability to Create QoS Presets through “Scene Priority” Feature
  • Added Quick Toggle for QoS

 

WireGuard VPN

The firmware now supports the use of WireGuard VPN in VPN Client and VPN Server. You may use either the new quick setup process or manually configure your Deco Network to use a WireGuard VPN

 

 Configure Deco Network as a WireGuard VPN Client

When configuring WireGuard VPN as a VPN Client, it supports Scan QR Code, using configuration file and manual input.

  

Create a WireGuard VPN Server for Your Deco Network

When configuring WireGuard VPN in VPN Server, the default configuration information has been generated, just add Description and Peer. Then you can successfully configure it. If you have specific needs, you can modify the configuration information manually.

After successful configuration, a QR Code and configuration file will be generated for client connection.

     

 

Quick Configuration for VPN Providers: SurfShark and NordVPN

For NordVPN and SurfShark users, the Deco app has added the support to quickly setup your VPN by signing into your VPN provider’s account. 

For more information about the feature and how to configure the feature across Archer and Deco networks, check out our community article:

TP-Link Partners with Top VPN Providers for Streamlined Setup 

 

Client Speed Limit (Bandwidth Restrictions Per Device)

The New “Speed Limit” feature allows you to set a maximum upload and download speed for devices. This feature is often used to prevent individual devices from using the entirety of your network’s bandwidth.

The Speed Limit setting can be found under the settings for your individual devices.

 

 

Fixed WAN Port

The firmware supports the selection of a physical interface as the WAN port. This interface will then be considered a WAN port and must be connected to the front-end device. Other physical interfaces will be treated as LAN ports. This feature is mainly used when the Deco does not have a WAN connection and needs to provide an IP address to the backend.

      

 

QoS Improvements

QoS Switch (Model Dependent / Not Available in Pre-Release)

From the QoS configuration screen you will be able to quickly toggle the QoS settings for your entire network. Perfect for those times when you need a device to take full advantage of your network capacity.

 

Create App-Based QoS Scene Presets

From the QoS Configuration Screen, a new option to create a ‘Scene’ based on your app and device usage has been added. By configuring these settings you are setting a specific priority for the traffic passing through these specific services or types of services.

 

   

 

Looking to Get Started with the Latest Features Before They Officially Release?

Try the Pre-Release Firmware to Test the New Features and Provide Feedback

Available for: Deco X50v1, Deco X55v1

If you want to get started, please feel free to try out the pre-release firmware for the Deco X50 and X55 Below. Our teams would appreciate any feedback regarding these features, your experience, along with any other feedback regarding the latest features.

Note: It has been reported that the firmware is not downgradeable, a new beta firmware will be released soon. Please follow this thread on our global forum for updates.

Deco X50v1 -  Deco X50_V1_1.5.0 Pre-Release Firmware

Deco X55v1 -  Deco X55_V1_1.5.0 Pre-Release Firmware

The Deco X55 Has Officially Received this Firmware Through an OTA Update, Please Update Your Firmware with the Version on Your Version's Download Page

Please Note: It is always recommended to apply pre-release firmware to a secondary network for testing, as we cannot guarantee that a feature will behave as expected. For this reason, our teams are unable to provide support for pre-release firmware. Using any pre-release or early-access firmware is done at your own risk. If any unexpected behaviors or problems arise, please make sure you provide your feedback directly to our teams for attention.

 

I have a rather complex smart home with Apple Home, Hubitat, Homebridge and Home Assistant servers all operating with hundreds of devices and after the current software update, the connections to the various devices has become very unstable with random disconnects and frequent buffering. Using 4 Deco X-20s in my mesh.   Anyone else seeing a problem? 

  @AHovis These routers don't handle VPN well at all.