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 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
Archer BE9300_V1 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
Archer BE230 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
Archer BE3600 | Latest Official Firmware | / |
Wi-Fi 6E/6 Routers (AX Series) |
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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 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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david3 wrote
@woozle Good to know, thanks. I guess that might explain the problems. The EasyMesh status on the AX1500 did show the RE215 connected via ethernet (the RJ45 icon).
The reason I tried EasyMesh was because it was described as having Ethernet Backhaul here:
https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/faq/3749/
I didn't see any fine print about it only being for certain models until I got to the forums and searched some more.
Hi, thank you very much for the feedback about the FAQ, we will report it and add additional notes about EasyMesh Ethernet backhaul is only available on come models.
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Hi, Archer AX50 is not listed on TP-LinK EasyMesh devices list: TP-Link EasyMesh Devices and it is not even marked as planned, thus I am afraid not.
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Thanks a lot for the feedback, glad to hear that AX53 V1 Ethernet backhaul works fine with the beta firmware.
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that is actually the FW installed on my AX55 .. and it was not even downloaded as beta .. it came as a regular FW update ..
Therefore I conclude AX55 v1 does not support eth backhaul as of now ... I had to drop cables between main router and satelite routers to be able to use at least wireless mesh
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ethernet backhaul is not working, I had to drop all cables between main router and satelites and rely on wireless only for now... so .. mesh network is created only on wifi .. can live with that for some time now, but I expect definetly an fw that fixes that .. i had a development with tp-link and easy mesh .. started on ax72's (mesh not possible at that time).. moved to 3x c80's (mesh and eth backhaul perfect) .. then moved to 3x ax23 in mesh with erh backhaul .. worked perfectly .. then bought ax55 with plan to make it main router but then I hit the wall that ax55 does not support easy mesh / eth backhaul .. I trust it will eventually work looking at the progress made last 6 months .. but to be fair .. tplink sells here more promisses then fratures ... as a customer, expect to be paying customer, alfa and beta tester in one .. if you look wor wifi 6 easymesh/eth backhaul network. .. I can recomend ax23's .. works seamless
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Hi, the official firmware 1.2.6 Build 20231130 of AX55 V1 doesn't support Ethernet backhaul but the beta firmware does support it. Please note that the even though they are both 1.2.6 firmware with the same build numbers but the rel. numbers are different, so please do make sure you've downloaded the beta firmware from this thread and updated it manually: [Closed] Public Beta for Archer AX55 V1 Supports EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul, DoH&DoT, ECO Mode etc.
Note: the download link is still active.
If there is still any problem, please let us know the complete firmware version on your AX55 V1.
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@Kevin_Z and @Sunshine First off all thnak you very much for that list. Now I am able to use ethernet backhaul on my AX53 V1. But after I have installed the beta version for it, I am not able to mange anything on this device. When I try to connect to it, the next message shows "Rejected request under RE mode." It is ok ? My main router/modem is NX510v.
Build that I have installed:
Archer AX53 V1 | 1.2.4_Build 20240206_Beta |
Error message:
Also, I have an AX50 V1 (with Intel inside). Can you tell me if it will have this function enable too in future firmware ?
In regard with NX10v can you tell me where I can find a more deteailed support page ? Becasue tha official one dose not give pretty much information, not even the page where I can manually download new firmware. I want to move my Homehsilde Security + subscription on it or continue to use it on the AX53 if it is possible.
Thank you very much.
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I am so confused. My OG routers were the AX1800 WiFi 6. I purchased those in April of 2023. I ran those in Wireless Easymesh Mode. Two months ago I purchased the AX72 Pro to make my main router and the other two for Backhaul satellites. This list is so confusing, I have the AX1800 but no idea which version. Ethernet Backhaul does not work on my 1800 for some reason, I really wish you guys would make it clear which version is what or just use different models. Here are the two models I have and maybe I could get some insight
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08H8ZLKKK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BTT3F159/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Hi,
Here are four ways to find out the exact model name and version number of a modern TP-Link router:
1) Lift up the router and look at the barcode sticker on its underside. There should be a string reading something like "Model:Archer AX21(..) Ver:X.X".
2) The same model string as mentioned in 1) can be found on a small white barcode sticker on the outside of the retail box the router came in.
3) In the Tether app select the router you want to check and once logged in tap on the pictogram that resembles the router. In the screen that opens there should be a "Hardware" field that shows the full router model and version.
4) In the router's web management interface (the webpage that opens in an Internet browser) go to the menu "Advanced" -> "System" -> "Firmware Update" and once there look for "Hardware Version".
Online retailers usually don't list the version number of the items they are selling, which can make things difficult for potential customers.
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