Beta Software [Closed] Public Beta for Archer AX55 V1 Supports EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul, DoH&DoT, ECO Mode etc.
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.
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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@Sunshine can you also add the doh in the ax-73 firmwre update the current 1,3 is stable works well
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@Sunshine Hi, I have been using two AX55 with the beta firmware.
Got 3 floors at home, main one on top floor, other on bottom as satellite using Ethernet backhaul.
Testing since day 1, only the basic usability.
The routers seem fine most of the time with consistent wifi/ethernet speed and noticed no issues in wireless VR (Quest 3 wifi 6, around 100mbps bitrate) and Youtube 1080@60 on mobile, which I am using as a benchmark.
When working properly, latency is very good, with no real difference compared to my setup before (2nd router in regular AP mode with ethernet input), latency on the satellite router seems the same as the main one.
There are some issues though.
Sometimes Youtube starts stuttering for no real reason (in any of the floors with 3/4 out of 5 bar connection), and VR as well, but that could be other factors as well. The stuttering did not happen with the previous setup
Also, I only noticed on the VR headset, but when going to the top to bottom floor, it stayed connected to the top floor router, even near the bottom one, only changing after turning wifi off and on.
Hopefully these kinks can get sorted out, the stutters are very annoying when they start happening.
Thanks a lot for your work :)
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It would be really great if the function of reboot could be added to the management GUI for the mesh devices.
It would prevent from rubbing on the house to go reset all router and repeater when something is not working.
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Hi，do you mean your network now is Main AX55 <---> Satellite AX55 (1) <--> Satellite AX55 (2) again and is working fine now after configuring the IP&MAC Binding?
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Thanks for the feedback, I've reported the issue to our engnieers, we will see if the issue can be reproduced on our end.
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Hi, do you mean the software reboot function on the main router? You would like to reboot all mesh devices on the main router or add reboot feature on both main router and satellite router web interface to allow them rebooting itself?
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Hi, thank you very much for the feedback.
1. Regarding the Youtube and VR stuttering issue, it only happens on the two devices: VR and mobile, right? How about streaming Youtube on other wireless and wired client devices?
You could also try changing wireless channel and channel width for the WiFi, and also check if you are connected to 2.4G or 5G WiFi.
2. Regarding the roaming issue of VR headset, does your mobile have the same issue?
Actually the mesh network could only suggest the client to roam but cannot force it to roam, it is still the client device that decide to roam or not.
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Both are valid options:
1) reboot through the mesh interface of main rooter (currently available for firmware update on AX55)
2) GUI management system on IP address of satellite router (currently only available on routers in normal mode, not as mesh satellite where there is only option to see network and do firmware update and som log function)
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@Sunshine Now that "5G" has been mentioned, can we make a case to replace any references to "5G" with "5 GHz" in the router's software?
The clients list is probably the worst offender.
5G (fifth generation cellular data) and 5 GHz Wi-Fi are VERY different things and being a reputable tech company, it would be nice not to contribute to this massively extended confusion.
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