Early Access Archer BE800 New Firmware Added Support for EasyMesh in AP Mode, DoH&DoT, and 3-Band MLO Connection
This Article Applies to:
Archer BE800 V1
New Features and Modifications:
This firmware introduces wireless driver enhancements for improved system stability and compatibility, along with a lot of new features, such as DoH/DoT and EasyMesh in AP mode. It's strongly recommended to upgrade to this version.
Important: Once upgraded to the 1.2.x firmware, you CANNOT downgrade back to the 1.1.x version.
New Features:
1. Upgraded wireless drivers for enhanced system stability and compatibility.
2. Newly support 3-band (2.4GHz + 5GHz + 6GHz) MLO connection.
3. Newly support EasyMesh in AP mode.
4. Newly support EasyMesh Topology Map.
5. Newly support WebUI in EasyMesh Satellite/Agent mode, providing functions like LED control, reboot, firmware upgrade, and more.
6. Newly support DoH/DoT.
7. Newly support ECO mode.
8. Newly support setting Wi-Fi Schedule separately for different Wi-Fi channels.
9. Newly support Guest network isolation from the main network in AP mode.
10. Newly support multi-selection in the Access Control allow list.
11. Newly support TAP mode in OpenVPN server function.
12. Newly support setting the client IP range of the PPTP/L2TP/IPSec VPN servers to match the main network's DHCP range.
13. Optimized traffic recognition with newly supported DPI function.
14. Enhanced system stability and security.
Firmware Download
Before the Upgrade
(1) Please be sure you have read the Beta Test Agreement before upgrading the pre-release firmware!
(2) For the sake of insurance, it's always recommended to save a copy of the router Backup Config file before upgrading or downgrading.
(3) You may follow the guide to upgrade the firmware of your router. How to Upgrade the Firmware on the TP-Link Wi-Fi Routers.
(4) This pre-release firmware for Archer BE800 V1 can be applied to all versions (EU/US/CA/AU/SG/etc.).
(5) To use the new 3-band MLO connection, both the router and client device must support Wi-Fi 7 and 3-band MLO. Please note that most Wi-Fi 7 smartphones and network adapters may only support 2.4GHz + 5GHz or 2.4GHz + 6GHz when connecting to the MLO Network.
Direct Firmware Download link:
Archer BE800_V1_1.2.1 Build 20250108 (Pre-release Software)
Additional Information
As always, we value your feedback. If somehow you encounter an issue during or after the router firmware upgrade, it's suggested to comment below with the following info. Your input helps us continue to improve and provide the best possible products and support.
- Detailed issue description, and provide more information on the specific conditions that seem to trigger the problem.
Related Articles:
EasyMesh Is Available When Wi-Fi Routers Work in AP Mode as A Controller
Wi-Fi Routers Support DoH and DoT Network
What is WiFi 7’s Multi-Link Operation (MLO)?
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TheSassyBear wrote
@Kevin_Z No, I can't even get to the point of editing them or if I do, it fails. I wonder if maybe it's a non-issue in the latest beta?
@TheSassyBear Would you like to try the latest beta firmware? I can message that to you and you may check if the LED Control works.
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@Kevin_Z : I would also be interrested in the latest beta version if already available.
I have a setup of 1x BE800 and 2x BE550 here
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@Kevin_Z yes please.
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@Kevin_Z would love to get the new beta.
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@Kevin_Z I would like to try new beta as well, if still some feedback may be helpful.
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Do you open ssh in this version ?
I want to apply my rules for iptables (block ip for country) because it is not possible with the GUI interface.
Thank
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@Kevin_Z aslo a bug when the router restarts ipv6 wont renew, how to Manuely renew....... Anoying
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Hello @Clanchef089 @Morten199 @TheSassyBear @NPGrey @Zasek @Theo-Lyon, thank you all for your interest in the new beta firmware of Archer BE800 V1.
I've published the beta firmware in the following thread, please check for more details:
Devices with 10/100Mbps Connections Lose Internet After Updating Archer BE800 V1 Firmware to 1.2.1
Do let me know how the beta firmware optimizes your network performance. Thank you very much.
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Morten199 wrote
@Kevin_Z aslo a bug when the router restarts ipv6 wont renew, how to Manuely renew....... Anoying
@Morten199 Are you running with the official 1.2.1 Build 20250108 version?
Could you please provide more details about the IPv6 issue? Then I can check with the development team regarding any potential firmware problems.
1. Who is your IPv6 provider and did the IPv6 connect properly before installing the 1.2.1 official firmware?
2. What is the IPv6 Connection Type offered by your provider? It’s recommended to verify with them to ensure the IPv6 service is functioning correctly.
3. Please share a screenshot of the IPv6 settings on the BE800. You may mask any personal information, such as the IPv6 address or username/password, for security reasons.
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