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.
Related Articles
Product List of Wi-Fi Routers that Support EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul
What is EasyMesh and how does it work with TP-Link routers and extenders?
How to Build an Ethernet Backhaul Using Two EasyMesh Routers
What is DoH and How to use it on TP-Link Wi-Fi Routers?
Product List of Wi-Fi Routers that Support DoH
Introducing TAP Mode in OpenVPN Server for AX55 V1 Router
New UI for 11AX Routers on Tether App 4.3 version is Ready for Trial
- Copy Link
- Subscribe
- Bookmark
- Report Inappropriate Content
Hi, may I know which DoT&DoH servers you've tried? Please share with us the related screenshots.
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Hi, you have three EasyMesh devices in the same network but only one of them is Archer AX55, right?
This feature requires both nodes supporting, thus if your other nodes are other brands and don't support it, I am afraid it is still not possible at this moment.
sperla wrote
@Sunshine Is it possible to choose the "Preferred WiFi Uplink AP" for easymesh repeater nodes of other brands? I only se "auto" as option in the "Preferred WiFi Uplink AP" of my third party satellite nodes.
It would be very beneficial to chose so that a hiearchy can be forced, otherwise the topology is alway unoptimized, for example in case an intermediate node reboots, I see the other nodes connecting directy to the router with very poor signal.
BR
Salvatore
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Hi, most features are only available on AX55 for test at this moment, some features might be already available on other models.
Please let us know which feature you would like to know for AX10.
For example, EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul is also supported by AX10: EasyMesh Routers Support Building a EasyMesh Network via Ethernet Backhaul NOW
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Hello i just try update from pervoius beta to new beta. And satellite update without problems but main has a error everytime.
Hope push back reset button and restart to factory settings will help LOL
edit:
Pushing back reset button help with the update error.
I start testing new beta firmware i will keep you update @Sunshine
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Thanks very much for your reply.
I am interested in EasyMesh in AP mode and also OpenVPN on the AX10.
I plan to use one or the other of these two features.
Thanks
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
I have been using the Archer_AX55_V1_1.2.6 Build_20231130 firmware for some time now using two AX55s. Ethernet backhaul with EasyMesh only works in AP Mode. EasyMesh in the Wireless Router Mode only seems to work in wireless mode. (Would be great if there was a menu option to toggle ethernet mode)
The problem with AP mode is that it's very unstable. Devices connected to the WiFi network keep disconnecting all the time. Unfortunately too unstable to use at the moment.
I have both AX55s connected by ethernet cable to my ISP modem.
Hope this can be fixed in a future update! When it works, it's works really good (just not for a very long time). But now the Wifi signal just disappears and reappears at random moments.
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Hey again.
For me that new firmware was a little pain in a** :D
Ofcourse after upgrade to new beta firmware i had to set up easymesh from begining.
Seems backup settings have problems with Easymesh and routers wont find eachother.
On main router I reserve IP address for satellite router and start be problems with that on new firmware. Before that problem not appearing.
Some problems with mesh appear randomly after restart main router.
example:
Router gives totally diffrent IP adress to settlite device and has problem find wire connection.
I fix it by delete reserve IP adress from backup and create it again.
Other random problems but this time after restart a main router and satellite in same time:
IP adress showing good but status switching every few seconds from offline to wireless connection or wire connection and change number of clients while doing that.
But i find simple solution for that: plug off/plug in ethernet lan cable between main and sattlite router if wont fix just restart manually a satellite router.
So tip from me to others: do not restart routers in same time on new beta firmware or more bugs will come! :D
Still Missing Features:
- Restart button and reboot schedule in webinterface on Sattlite Router OR you can add it inside main router webinterface to reboot schedule for sattelite when Easymesh is on.
- Cant rename Storage Device on Sattelite Router
- no internet DNS option in storge device on Satellite Router
- Will be nice have option on main router to choose between enthernet backhoul or wireless protocol. To force it in some cases for Easymesh devices when is problem with detect of type conections.
For now thats all but i will keep testing and think about new features to add too :)
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
The Archer AX55 V1's public beta firmware, version 1.2.6 Build_20231130, brings exciting enhancements. It introduces Ethernet Backhaul, EasyMesh in AP mode, Satellite Router Management, DoH&DoT, ECO Mode, and more. Notable improvements include client type identification accuracy, HomeShield parental control features, and additions to the Tether App. The update also features EasyMesh Backhaul Steering, AP Bind, and optimizations for EasyMesh. Other additions include DoH and DoT on the Advanced->Network->Internet page, ECO Mode on Advanced->System->ECO Mode page, enhanced Wi-Fi Schedule, Guest Network isolation in AP mode, language options, OpenVPN Server TAP Mode, and the User Experience Improvement Program (UEIP). Download and explore these features, providing valuable feedback to enhance the product.
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Hi,
When the two AX55 are both connected to your ISP modem and using router mode, the second AX55 is on WAN side of the first AX55, that is why Ethernet backhual doesn't work.
Is it possible for you to connect the second AX55 to main AX55 via Ethernet cable instead of connecting both AX55 to ISP modem?
If that is possible, you could try the wireless router mode again and check if Ethernet backhaul works fine.
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Information
Helpful: 9
Views: 65058
Replies: 303
Voters 6
