Beta Software [Closed] Public Beta for Archer AX55 V1 Supports EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul, DoH&DoT, ECO Mode etc.
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Update on Deco 11, 2024:
All the new features and modifications has been implemented in the latest official firmware: Archer AX55(EU)_V1_1.3.3 Build 20240628 or Archer AX55(US)_V1_1.3.2 Build 20240325. We recommend updating your router firmware to the latest version.
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Jan. 31st 2024 Update:
The trial period for the beta firmware has ended, and we will continue to address the ongoing issues.
Please keep an eye out for the official firmware release. If you encounter any new problems, please Start a New Thread to provide feedback.
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Hello Everyone,
We're thrilled to announce the release of public beta firmware for Archer AX55 V1. This firmware update introduces several exciting new functions and improvements to enhance your experience including Ethernet Backhaul, EasyMesh in AP mode, Satellite Router Management, DoH&DoT, ECO Mode, etc. We encourage you to try out this beta firmware and take advantage of the following features. Your feedback and suggestions are greatly appreciated.
Download Link:
Archer_AX55_V1_1.2.6 Build_20231130
Notes:
1. This is a beta firmware and different from the official 1.2.6 version official firmware, please be sure you have read the Terms and Conditions for TP-Link Beta Firmware before proceeding
2. This public beta firmware for Archer AX55 V1 can be applied to all versions (EU/US/JP/TW/etc.).
Modifications of 1.2.6 Build 20231130 compared to previous beta firmware
1. Improved client type identification accuracy
2. Added quick setup for third-party VPN including Surfshark and NordVPN in VPN Client feature
Here are the related FAQ:
How to Install Surfshark VPN on TP-Link Wireless Routers
How to Install NordVPN on TP-Link Wireless Routers
3. Added new HomeShield parental control features including Blocked Apps, App Time Limits, Always Allowed Apps etc.
The above two modifications are the same as this thread: Public Beta Release for Archer AX55 V1 to Enhance Its Ability to Recognize Client Devices
4. Added new functions to Tether App: EasyMesh, OpenVPN Server/Client, Eco Mode, Wireless Schedule, Guest Portal Network
Note: please use the new Tether App to experience those new features: New UI for 11AX Routers on Tether App 4.3 version is Ready for Trial
5. Added EasyMesh Backhaul Steering and AP Bind (Preferred WiFi Uplink AP)
Enabling Backhual Steering allows the satellite devices to flexibly connect to different mesh nodes based on their load status, optimizing your EasyMesh network performance.
Preferred WiFi Uplink AP: by default, it is set to Auto, when there are more than two mesh nodes in the same EasyMesh network and wireless backhaul is used, you could select a preferred AP for the satellite device, the preferred AP can be either the main router or another satellite device.
Improvements and Modifications of previous beta firmware 1.2.6 Build 20231106
New Features and Optimizations of EasyMesh:
1. Added Ethernet Backhaul.
2. Added EasyMesh feature in AP mode.
3. Enhanced EasyMesh Satellite Router Management via satellite router web interface.
4. Added EasyMesh Network Topology to gain a clear understanding of your EasyMesh network's structure.
More New Features
5. Added DoT and DoH features on Advanced->Network->Internet page, which supports customizing DNS Server as well.
6. Added ECO mode on Advanced->System->ECO Mode page.
When working in Power-Saving Mode or Ultra Power-Saving Mode, your router will reduce the power consumption to save power, please note that your network speed and coverage will be reduced as well.
7. Enhanced Wi-Fi Schedule to enjoy more flexibility by setting separate schedules for 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi bands.
8. Added isolation of Guest Network and Main Network in AP mode.
9. Added Language options on the top of the web interface.
10. Added OpenVPN Server TAP Mode. Introducing TAP Mode in OpenVPN Server for AX55 V1 Router
Note: It requires your OpenVPN Client supporting TAP Mode as well, or you will not be able to connect the VPN Server successfully
10. Added User Experience Improvement Program (UEIP).
Participate in our UEIP during the Quick Setup process, or enable/disable it later on the Advanced->System->About page. Your feedback will help us enhance the product.
We invite you to download and install the beta firmware to explore these incredible new features. If you encounter any issues or have any suggestions, please leave your comments. Your input is invaluable to us.
Thank you for your continued support and for being part of our community.
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Introducing TAP Mode in OpenVPN Server for AX55 V1 Router
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Den88 wrote
Hello! Is it possible to add ipv6 6in4 tunnel support in the next firmware version?
Hi, our home routers support IPv6 6to4 tunnel but doesn't support 6in4 tunnel, may I know who your ISP is and whether other IPv6 settings still work with your ISP?
We will record your feature request and report to development team for evaluation.
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Sunshine wrote
Thanks for the feedback.
Have you already updated to the 1.2.6 beta firmware again? If so, does the issue disappear now with the 1.2.6 beta firmware?
When using the 1.2.5 official firmware, the DHCP server issue only happens with the specific PC or happens with all your client devices?
And will you get valid IP address after restarting the router?
If the issue only happens with the specific PC, please let us know the brand and model no. of the PC, and it is connected via wired cable, right?
@Sunshine I'm back at version 1.2.6 and it works perfectly.
Oddly enough, I think the DHCP issue only happened for the wired connection.
I have many other wireless devices and I didn't notice any of those being affected.
That said, all of the wireless devices are "always-on", so they never needed to ask for a new lease on the DHCP.
Shame I didn't think of setting a manual IP address on my PC to see if I got connectivity. I bet I would have.
The PC being turned off at night, it was when turning it on in the morning that it showed it had no internet connectivity.
As I said before, it did connect to the LAN but wouldn't get a valid IP from the DHCP.
Restarting the router did fix the issue, and the problem would not present itself again until the next day.
As far as I remember it happened every day while I had 1.2.5.
I just upgraded my PC but when I had the issue I was using the onboard Realtek NIC on an ASRock B450 Steel Legend.
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Thanks for the update, I will pass all those information to our engineers to see if they could reproduce the issue.
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@Sunshine Appreciated! Just see to take out the part about it only happening over wired.
I was thinking as I went and later on figured that the PC was the only one being turned off and re-negotiating the DHCP, and forgot to delete that.
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Hi I am further instable behavior. Here my current topology:
one archer has disapeared. The other is "offline" altough 11 clients are connected and have acces to the internet. it remains unlear to me what I can still try to get a stable system.
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I had same bug. Remove AX55 on main router (Ax73) on easemesh devices and try back to factory settings on AX55 (push reset button). After setup all again. And should be fix. :)
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Sunshine wrote
Den88 wrote
Hello! Is it possible to add ipv6 6in4 tunnel support in the next firmware version?
Hi, our home routers support IPv6 6to4 tunnel but doesn't support 6in4 tunnel, may I know who your ISP is and whether other IPv6 settings still work with your ISP?
We will record your feature request and report to development team for evaluation.
My home Internet operator is MTS Russia.
My operator does not support ipv6 and also blocks access to anycast 6to4 IPv4 address 192.88.99.1.
So I want to use a 6in4 tunnel through a tunnel broker.
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Thank you for the suggestion. Unfortunately that did not help really.
1) unregistered the visible ax55 in the easymesh management of ax73
2) factory reset ax55 (kept eth connected in blue WAN)
3) configure Ax55 to be satellite in easymesh
4) search for new easymesh dev in ax73, add.
This is what happens:
1) first ax55 shows up as wifi easymesh satellite. Interestingly the second router is back visible again as well ( no longer connected through Ethernet but on)
2) some connectivity issues appear but resolve miraculous by themselves, now I see the expected pattern (ax55 Ethernet connected sign)
3) after 30 min or so, IN breaks down, nothing reachable anymore , wifi refusing to assign IP, etc
4) I unplug Ethernet connection between ax55 and ax73-> system recovers. Satellite displayed as wifi and provides some access
5) a few hours later, ax55 completely disconnected ( not reachable over IP of in mesh network graphic) does not provide any wifi and need reboot/reset again
Do I miss something what could be done? Change to a AP architecture?
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ChrisBS wrote
I had same bug. Remove AX55 on main router (Ax73) on easemesh devices and try back to factory settings on AX55 (push reset button). After setup all again. And should be fix. :)
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