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 | 1.3.1 Build 20241120 (Pre-release Firmware) | Dec 24, 2024 |
| 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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What is EasyMesh?
What is Wi-Fi EasyMesh and how does it work with TP-Link routers and extenders?
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@Kevin_Z how about ax1500 and ax1800?
They both received updates with EasyMesh function added. Does it include ethernet backhaul?
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modimo wrote
@Kevin_Z how about ax1500 and ax1800?
They both received updates with EasyMesh function added. Does it include ethernet backhaul?
@modimo AX1500 also supports EasyMesh and Ethernet Backhaul. While AX1800 hasn't supported both yet.
BTW, AX20 V3 supports EasyMesh but not Ethernet Backhaul. You may refer to the EasyMesh Product List for details.
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MCP1 wrote
Yes, the issue is the same, very slow network speeds (from 500Mbps+ to about 30Mps), terrible latency (seconds!), and internet access instability. It happens: (1) if I restart the AX10 after the two routers boot in the sequence AX72->Ax10, or (2) if I reboot the two routers at the same time, or (3) if I restart the AX10 first and then the AX72.
When there is just the wireless connection, Easymesh work fine in any circumstance, just slower. The issue happens only when the Ethernet backhaul cable is connected.
The two routers are about 20m apart, with 2 brick walls in between. In this position, the EasyMesh connection can be established both wireless (backhaul disconnected) or wired.
If I move the AX10 farther away (50m, 6 walls), so they cannot establish a wireless EasyMesh connection, the Ethernet backhaul always works fine, regardless of the router boot sequence. However, in this place, part of my house looses Wi-Fi connectivity :-(
My main router is an AX72, not the AX73.
Thanks for the attention!
@MCP1 Thank you very much for all the details. Sorry for the typo, I mean AX72.
As per your description, I tend to assume there might be Wi-Fi signal interference between the AX72, AX10, and maybe more of your neighbors when they are about 20m away. Is it possible to relocate both of them and ensure most of your devices can connect to the internet?
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Kevin_Z wrote
As per your description, I tend to assume there might be Wi-Fi signal interference between the AX72, AX10, and maybe more of your neighbors when they are about 20m away. Is it possible to relocate both of them and ensure most of your devices can connect to the internet?
Hi.
I have no problem with the wireless Wi-Fi backhaul connection. It works as expected, but it's more than 3 times slower than the Ethernet backhaul (before it crashes!). So, wireless backhaul is not an acceptable solution in my view.
I'm asking for a solution to the WIRED Ethernet backhaul issue. This is not caused by my neighbors or the distance.
I'm just trying to use the routers exactly as Tp-Link says the routers should work. But they don't, at least not as a stable solution. As it seems to me, this is due to a bug in the firmware, that must be patched.
Thanks for the attention!
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Hi,
Just wanted to ask if the Archer AX6000 V1 will be updated with EasyMesh. It used to be listed as "Planned" on the product page (https://www.tp-link.com/en/easymesh/product-list/), but it appears to be gone now
Best regards
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Hi Kevin,
I still wait for AX53 T_T
Last update from July 2023,
do I have any chance for new update of AX53?
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Kevin_Z wrote
modimo wrote
@Kevin_Z how about ax1500 and ax1800?
They both received updates with EasyMesh function added. Does it include ethernet backhaul?
@modimo AX1500 also supports EasyMesh and Ethernet Backhaul. While AX1800 hasn't supported both yet.
BTW, AX20 V3 supports EasyMesh but not Ethernet Backhaul. You may refer to the EasyMesh Product List for details.
I tried mesh with ax1500 + ax1800 and it works for me... With backhaul and wireless. You better revalidate your list.
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isn't the AX55 similar to the AX73/72? I have two ax55 connected and I would like the network to be handled as one but with the performance advantage of ethernet, so I really need ethernet backhaul.
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modimo wrote
I tried mesh with ax1500 + ax1800 and it works for me... With backhaul and wireless. You better revalidate your list.
@modimo Thank you very much for updating and informing us.
Can I know what's the hardware version of your AX1800? Is it V1.20? How about its firmware version?
I will check internally and update the list if it does support EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul already.
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@Kevin_Z
isn't the AX55 similar to the AX73/72? I have two ax55 connected and I would like the network to be handled as one but with the performance advantage of ethernet, so I really need ethernet backhaul.
@persano AX55 will also support Ethernet Backhaul soon. I will inform you of this update.
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