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) |
|
| Archer BE11000 Pro(US)_V1.6_1.1.0 Build 20240730 and newer versions | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Archer BE805_V1.0/V1.60_1.1.2 Build 20241210 and newer versions | Dec 3, 2024 |
| Archer BE800_V1_1.2.1 Build 20250108 (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) |
|
| Archer AX72(US)_V2.0_1.3.1 Build 20241119 and newer versions | Mar 27, 2025 |
| 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 AX53_V1_1.4.1_Build 20250213 (Pre-release Firmware) | Mar 17, 2025 |
Wi-Fi 5 Routers (AC Series) |
|
| 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.
Related Articles:
[Wi-Fi Routers] AP Mode supports EasyMesh
- Copy Link
- Subscribe
- Bookmark
- Report Inappropriate Content
Hi @Heller7,
May I know if your network topology diagram is as follows:
ISP modem—router—PC/ )))((( client devices
(Note: — stands for wired connection,)))((( stands for wireless connection )
Did you update firmware of Archer C64 to this beta firmware? Are other client devices able to access the network? If only one PC has no network connection, it is recommended that you troubleshoot the PC settings first:
1. Please connect the Ethernet cable from your modem or internet service provider to the Router's WAN port.
2. Check if the router has configured a parental control profile and remove the device from the profile.
3. For wired devices:
1) Connect the device to other LAN ports instead of the IPTV port you configured//set up earlier on the router.
2) Change the Ethernet cable.
3) Switch to another LAN port on the router or the device.
4. Change the DNS server:How to Change the DNS Servers on a TP-Link Wireless Router (New UI).
5. Reset the device to factory default settings.
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
When will GE800 (one of your more expensive routers even!) get EasyMesh in AP mode support? Can we request a beta firmware please?? It's one of the few WiFi7 that don't support...
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Waiting for the AX73 V2.0 firmware update here too. It seems TP-Link is listening for customer feedback, so here's my vote.
I have a MR600 to receive 4G from a roof mounted 2x2 MIMO antennae which then shares it via cable with the AX73 that acts as an AP but in router mode so a couple of onemesh capable tp-link repeaters can connect to it. The problem with the router workaround is that I can't connect to the AX73 while it's in this mode via wifi. It itself doesn't even have internet access I think.
Real onemesh support in AP would solve this mess and allow me to use the AX73 for other things too.
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
juliosene wrote
I'm waiting for AX53 firmware update.
Let me ask one little thing: if the problem is double NAT, why not just disable NAT? Sure, the user mus use valid IPs for internal network. Create an alert message, suggest to turn off DHCP and go ahead. Maybe sounds like an oversimplification, but works.
For sure, I don't know how many features are attached with NAT by code. Maybe this will be the case.
I'm thrilled to inform you that a new pre-release firmware for Archer AX53/AX58 V1 is available in the following thread. It's recommended to try out this version of firmware and take advantage of the new functions and improvements to enhance your experience including Ethernet Backhaul, EasyMesh in AP mode, Satellite Router Management, ECO Mode, etc:
Pre-release Firmware for Archer AX53/AX58 Supports EasyMesh in AP Mode, Ethernet Backhaul, ECO Mode
We also encourage you to upgrade to the latest pre-release firmware for testing and to provide feedback.
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
@Kevin_Z is the AXE5400 planned to recieve this feature?
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
@Kevin_Z AX5400 (Firmware Version: 1.2.6 Build 20240619 rel.72016(4555) Hardware Version: Archer AX72 v1.0)
I am also waiting for the AP mode EasyMesh solution. Router was not cheap and some cheaper versions got the update already. Maybe some more information about this feature? Thanks a lot
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
@Kevin_Z, is the Archer C20 v5 (EU) planning to receive this feature?
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
- Copy Link
- Report Inappropriate Content
Information
Helpful: 3
Views: 23106
Replies: 112
Voters 3
