New Release EasyMesh Is Available When Wi-Fi Routers Work in AP Mode as A Controller
Exciting news!
We're thrilled to announce the rollout of new official firmware rolling out for multiple routers, including the BE, AX, and AC series, which introduces EasyMesh in AP Mode as a Controller. We invite you to upgrade and install this latest firmware version to try it out.
This Article Applies to:
| Model & Hardware & Firmware | Update Date |
|---|---|
| Archer BE11000 Pro(US)_V1.6_1.1.0 Build 20240730 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer BE700 Pro(US)_V1.6_1.1.0 Build 20240730 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer BE550 Pro_V1&V1.6_1.1.0 Build 20240730 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer BE3600_V1_1.1.0 Build 20240729 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer BE230_V1&V1.6_1.1.0 Build 20240729 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer AX55(EN)_V1_1.3.3 Build 20240628 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer AX55(US/CA/TW)_V1_1.3.2 Build 20240325 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer C80_V2.20/V2.26_1.14.0 Build 240617 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer C6_V4_1.14.0 Build 240617 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer C86_V1_1.14.0 Build 240617 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer A8_V2.20/V2.26_1.14.0 Build 240617 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
Moderator Note:
1. The availability of EasyMesh in AP Mode 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 all the newly supported features will be listed in the patch notes if/when it is added to your version.
User Scenarios:
Some users would prefer to, or are limited by their devices to, have their main modem router acting as the gateway and DHCP server in the network, which requires using the TP-Link Wi-Fi router in AP (Access Point) Mode to avoid the double-NAT issue. However, they also wish to utilize the EasyMesh feature of the TP-Link Wi-Fi router to create a mesh network with other EasyMesh routers or extenders.
The topology is roughly as follows (Topo 1):
Or as this one (Topo 2):
Note: In this topo, both the EasyMesh Wi-Fi router and the satellite router/extender must support EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul.
You may also connect the EasyMesh Wi-Fi routers like below, it will also work (Topo 3):
Note: In this topo, the EasyMesh Wi-Fi router and the satellite router/extender must also support EasyMesh Ethernet Backhaul.
Comment below if you have any feedback or run into any issues — we’re here to help.
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MysticMac wrote
@Kevin_Z Hi is this something new? Currently i have 2 Archer C6 router,Let me explain how i set it up first,Both routers reset and updated to latest firmware and then i connected Router A to the ISP Modem and configured it by the PPPoE username and password provided by ISP and didn't change any other settings in router web page,after that i connected Router B to Router A via easymesh and then connected a Ethernet cable from router A LAN port to router B WAN port,it shows as Ethernet back-haul connected,is this configuration ok? or is there something i need to change? please do let me know your response is highly appreciated
If the Ethernet Backhaul has been established successfully, it means you're connecting them correctly.
We generally suggest connecting the LAN port of the satellite router to the LAN port of the main when adding a new router to EasyMesh, and then you can choose to use the LAN port or the WAN port as the backhaul port:
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Is there a plan that AX73 / AX5400 will also support EasyMesh in AP Mode. I have a router from my internet provider, AX73 is connected via LAN to this router, also other clients e.g. desktop computer, printer etc is connected to the router. Installing AX73 in AP mode does not offer EasyMesh currently but setting up AX73 in router mode opens a new network so that it is not possible to print from iPhone connected to AX73 to printer connected with (main) router. Option would be if there is another possibility of the network while still having EasyMesh capability.
Thanks a lot.
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BrMaSa wrote
Option would be if there is another possibility of the network while still having EasyMesh capability.
Hi,
You can setup the AX73 as an access point while in router mode by doing it the old-fashoined way (i.e. back when there was no dedicated access point mode on routers). This method does have a few drawbacks (a few things don't work, for example time sync and online update), but at least you would be able to use EasyMesh.
Leave the AX73 in "Router Mode" and follow "Case 2" of this guide.
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