New Release EasyMesh Routers Support Building a EasyMesh Network via Ethernet Backhaul NOW
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If you're interested in the EasyMesh Wired/Ethernet Backhaul feature and would like to know which models support it before purchasing, It's suggested checking the EasyMesh Product List page for accuracy. You can use the "Wireless and Wired Combined Backhaul" filter on that page or click this link directly to find the models that support it quickly.
For your convenience, we have included a list of the models that support EasyMesh Wired/Ethernet Backhaul.
Model & Hardware |
Original Supported Firmware Version |
Update Date |
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Wi-Fi 7 Routers (BE Series) |
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| Archer GE800_V1/1.6 | 1.0.4 Build 20240128 | / |
| Archer GE650 | Official Firmware | Oct 15, 2024 |
| Archer GE550 | Official Firmware | Oct 15, 2024 |
| Archer BE900_V1&V2 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE805_V1 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE800_V1 | 1.1.1 Build 20240227 | / |
| Archer BE700 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE700 Pro | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE11000 Pro | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE550_V1&V2 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE9300_V1 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE400_V1/V1.6 | Latest Official Firmware | Dec 10, 2024 |
| Archer BE230 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer BE3600 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
Wi-Fi 6E/6 Routers (AX Series) |
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| Archer AX90_V1 | 1.2.0 Build 20241125 (Public Beta Firmware for Trial) | Nov 25, 2024 |
| Archer GXE75_V1 | Official Firmware | Oct 15, 2024 |
| Archer AXE75_V1 | 1.2.0 Build 20240320 | / |
| Archer AX58_V2 | Official Firmware | / |
| Archer AX53_V1 | 1.2.4 Build 20240206 (Public Beta Firmware for Trial) | / |
| Archer AX53_V2 | Official Firmware | / |
| Archer AX55 Pro_V2/2.6 | Official Firmware | / |
| Archer AX55 Pro_V1 | Official Firmware | Jul 25, 2024 |
| Archer AX55_V2 | 1.2.1 Build 20240909 (Pre-release Firmware) | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Archer AX55_V1/V4 | Official Firmware | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Archer AX80_V1 | 1.1.0 Build 20230915 | / |
| Archer AX72 Pro_V1 | 1.2.2 Build 20230831 | / |
| Archer AX5400 Pro_V1.6 | 1.2.2 Build 20230831 | / |
| Archer AX73_V1 | 1.3.5 Build 20230919 | / |
| Archer AX73_V2 | 1.0.11 Build 20230829 | / |
| Archer AX23_V1/V1.2 | 1.1.0 Build 20230725 | / |
| Archer AX1800_V1.2 | 1.1.0 Build 20230725 | / |
| Archer AX10_V1/V1.2/V2 | 1.3.8 Build 20230619 | / |
| Archer AX1500_V1/V1.2/V2 | 1.3.8 Build 20230619 | / |
| Archer AX72_V1 | 1.2.1 Build 20230626 | / |
| Archer AX4800_V1 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
| Archer AX4400(US)_V2.6 | 1.2.1 Build 20230626 | / |
| Archer AX20_V3 | 1.2.0 Build 240809 | Sep 30, 2024 |
| Archer AX21_V3/V3.6 | 1.2.0 Build 240809 | Sep 30, 2024 |
| Archer AX1800_V3/V3.6 | 1.2.0 Build 240809 | Sep 30, 2024 |
Wi-Fi 5 Routers (AC Series) |
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| Archer C88_V2.2 | 1.12.11 Build 230602 | / |
| Archer C80_V1&V2.2 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer A8_V1&V2.2 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer C64/A64_V1 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer C6/A6_V4 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer C86_V1 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer C59_V4/V4.80 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
| Archer AC1900_V1/V1.6 | 1.12.1 Build 221212 | / |
Some Customized Models & Hardware for the Local Market |
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| Archer AX3000(JP)_V1 | 1.2.2 Build 20241118 | For Japanese Market |
| Archer AX23V(JP)_V1 | 1.0.2 Build 20240429 | For Japanese Market |
Moderator Note:
1. The availability of EasyMesh Wired/Ethernet Backhaul may vary by region even for the same model. Please check your local website for more information.
2. The above list might not include all models and hardware versions. It is recommended to keep watching the firmware releases for your router, as the EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul will be listed in the patch notes if/when it is added to your version.
Some of our EasyMesh Wi-Fi routers have added support for establishing a seamless mesh network via EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul. You can now connect two or more EasyMesh devices together by wiring the satellite device to the main EasyMesh router. Please check for the updates on your router web GUI or Tether App for the new firmware, update and install the latest official firmware on the router to explore all the new features like EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul.
Or you can download the latest official version from the local website and upgrade the firmware manually as follows:
How to Upgrade the firmware version of the TP-Link Wireless Router
Releases Notes for Archer C80/A8/C64, etc.:
New Features/Enhancement and Bug Fixes:
1. Improved EasyMesh features and added support for Ethernet Backhaul.
2. Fixed the bug that settings of DHCP server reset after the router reboots.
3. Fixed the bug that some wireless clients behind an extender are incorrectly identified as wired in client list.
4. Fixed the bug that could not bridge Wi-Fi using WPA3 encryption.
5. Fixed the bug that Network generates loops under specific scenarios.
6. Optimized packet filtering rules.
Releases Notes for Archer AX4400/AX72:
New Features/Enhancement:
This firmware contains important updates for HomeShield Pro, and we strongly recommend all HomeShield Pro users upgrade to this firmware.
You will be unable to downgrade to the previous firmware version after updating this firmware.
1. Newly support EasyMesh and Ethernet Backhaul;
2. Newly support to set LAN DNS server as WAN port DNS server;
3. Newly support Google Assistant function;
4. Newly support Tether Wireless Advanced Configuration;
5. Newly add Access Time Control and Bandwidth Control functions for the Guest Network;
6. Added Advanced features into AP mode;
7. Added flow control switch;
8. Added IoT network feature;
9. Added VPN Client feature;
10. Added Speed limit feature;
11. Optimized Quick Setup feature;
12. Optimized web UI of IPTV feature;
13. Port Forwarding maximum entries increased to 64;
14. Enhanced the stability and reliability of the HomeShield pro;
15. Removed some built-in NTP servers;
Bug Fixes:
Fixed some bugs related to the HomeShield feature.
NOTE:
To fully utilize all HomeShield Pro features, we recommend that you download and install the latest version of the Tether app on your mobile device.
For Android users: Recommended Tether version 4.1.23 or later
For iOS users: Recommended Tether version 4.1.11 or later
This latest version also includes some other enhancements and bug fixes. Take your time to explore all the great features or enhancements. Comment below if you have any feedback or run into any issues — we’re here to help.
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Arucad wrote
Just added an Archer C86 to my ISP provided Archer C6. I updated both to latest version available through the Tether App.
Went into the C6 as it is the main router, selected EasyMesh and followed the instructions to add the C86 as a satelite.
NOTE: It is important that the satelite is NOT connected via Ethernet when adding it as a satelite. After adding it, you can plug it in.
I did speed tests before and after in different spots.
The Ethernet Backhaul feature worked almost immediately, even though it didn't show it in the Tether app, the speeds through the Satelite were as hoped for.
An hour or so later, the Tether app showed that it was connected by wire.
It was easier than expected. Cheers to the devs.
Followed the steps you've provided. But I notice something, when my satellite device is connected via ethernet, seems the connection is looping back to my main router. I ran test on it and seems the speed was throttled, ping is higher than the usual.
Main Router: AX72
Satellite Device: RE705X
Both updated to the latest version.
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hi @Macrox,
AP mode is obsolete when building a Mesh network imho 😁
Possibly a TP staff member can answer this question for us.
Regards,
Thom
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Lilcris wrote
Followed the steps you've provided. But I notice something, when my satellite device is connected via ethernet, seems the connection is looping back to my main router. I ran test on it and seems the speed was throttled, ping is higher than the usual.
Main Router: AX72
Satellite Device: RE705X
Both updated to the latest version.
I am quite certain that for EasyMesh via Ethernet backhaul to work properly both, the main router and the satellite device have to specifically support it.
Just out of interest I tested this with a combination of Archer C64 as the main router (officially supports Ethernet backhaul) and a RE305 as EasyMesh satellite device (no official backhaul support) and after plugging in the Ethernet cable the whole network became somewhat sluggish and the webGUI of the Archer C64 showed the RE305 alternatingly as connected via wireless with one IP address or connected via cable with the IP address 192.168.0.254. In other words, it did not work.
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This device has a updated firmware dated 2023 8 14 that does support Easymesh 😁
Regards,
Thom
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Do we have straight forward steps to setup ethernet backhaul?
Devices:
AX72 (Main Router) - Updated to latest version
2x RE705X (Satellite Device) - Updated to the latest version
I have checked the compatibility and availability of easymesh on both devices before purchasing it and all devices support easymesh.
I tried following the guide on the Tether App on how to add easymesh satellite device and connect ethernet cable. It works but somehow the entire connection is sluggish, even accessing the dashboard. I also noticed that my main router is connected to itself, seems the connection from router to satellite is looping back.
Could be a bug on the firmware or known issue?
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Hi, the range extender RE705X doesn't support Ethernet Backhaul, so if the EasyMesh network has been established via WiFi backhaul, please disconnect the Ethernet cable between the router and extenders, or there will be a network loop and cause issues.
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Is there a plan to support RE705X ethernet backhaul?
So the only way as of now to maximize the connection speed is to wire the RE705X using AP mode?
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IamCenk wrote
Kevin,
Archer AX6000 was on the list as planned since months however, last week the list has changed and it got removed from the list. Do you have any information regarding to this?
I purchased C80 and two more RE550 to create an ethernet backhaul powered mesh network after I saw my router in the list, but now I feel like it won't happen at all.
Cheers!
@IamCenk As previously confirmed with the product team, AX6000 could be also included in the EasyMesh planned list. I will check with the website admins to see if they missed AX6000 when updating the list.
Please check the EasyMesh product list later. Thank you.
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