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 |
|---|---|
Wi-Fi 7 Routers (BE Series) |
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| Archer BE11000 Pro(US)_V1.6_1.1.0 Build 20240730 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer BE805_V1.0/V1.60_1.1.0 Build 20241025 (Pre-release firmware) | Dec 3, 2024 |
| Archer BE800_V1_1.1.99 Build 20241126 (Pre-release firmware) | Nov 28, 2024 |
| Archer BE700 Pro(US)_V1.6_1.1.0 Build 20240730 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer BE700_V1&V1.6_1.1.0 Build 20240926 and newer versions | Nov 18, 2024 |
| Archer BE550 Pro_V1&V1.6_1.1.0 Build 20240730 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer BE550_V1&V1.6_1.1.1 Build 20241230 and newer versions | Jan 16, 2025 |
| Archer BE400_V1&V1.6_1.0.2 Build 20240710 and newer versions | Dec 10, 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 |
Wi-Fi 6E/6 Routers (AX Series) |
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| 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 |
Wi-Fi 5 Routers (AC Series) |
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| Archer C80_V2.20/V2.26_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 |
| Archer C6_V4_1.14.0 Build 240617 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer C64_V1_1.14.3 Build 241025 and newer versions | Jan 8, 2025 |
Some Customized Models & Hardware for the Local Market |
|
| Archer AX3000(JP)_V1_1.2.2 Build 20241118 | For Japanese Market |
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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I have an AX20 that is my primary router, running firmware 2.1.9 build 20230829 rel 78478. OneMesh is enabled. I also have B9300/550 which today I got a ping for the new firmware and I wanted to use the new easymesh when in AP mode. Installed the firmware and now having problems logging onto the BE9300 and its disappeared from my Tether App.
Q1. Can a B9300 in AP mode act as a satellite easymesh to an AX20 running OneMesh?
Q2. Is there an idiots guide....
Thanks in advance
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A1) This scenario is not officially supported by TP-Link, but many users (including myself) have successfully connected various TP-Link EasyMesh router models as Satellite devices to OneMesh routers acting as the Main router.
You will have to use the "WPS button" method to link the two routers, as other methods do not work in this particular case.
By the way, the feature that is the topic of this thread is not required for an EasyMesh router that is to become an EasyMesh Satellite.
A2) Since Q1 is not officially supported there is also no official guide for this. But it is simple.
1. Reset the BE550 to factory default settings. (either by using the physical "Reset" button or via the admin webpage or via Tether)
2. Start WPS on the AX20 (either via the admin webpage or by using the WPS button) and then within 2 minutes press the "WPS" button of the BE550 (the left button on the front panel, symbolized by two rounded arrows).
3. Wait a minute or two and then go to the "Mesh Devices" or "OneMesh" menu of the AX20's admin webpage or Tether and check whether the BE550 is showing up there.
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AX20 LAN port to BE550 WAN port works for sure. AX20 LAN port to BE550 LAN port might also work, but I have never tested this.
Edit: Sorry, I got this wrong. Ethernet Backhaul is not supported by OneMesh devices. Therefore the connection between your AX20 and the BE550 can only be wireless.
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@Kevin_Z thanks, the new firmware works great. Currently I have two BE550 working together and noticed two issues:
- In the Theter app I can not visualize the clients connected through the satellite BE550 station.
- I can see that my 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz networks are being transmited through the satellite station, but it does not transmit as part of the mesh system my IoT, MLO and Guest networks.
Do you know if this si something that will be included/fixed in future updates?
Thanks to all the TP-Link team.
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