Early Access Pre-release Firmware for Archer AX53/AX58 Supports EasyMesh in AP Mode, Ethernet Backhaul, ECO Mode
Hello Everyone,
We're thrilled to announce the release of the pre-release firmware for Archer AX53/AX58 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, ECO Mode, etc. We encourage you to try out this version of firmware and take advantage of the following features. Your feedback and suggestions are greatly appreciated.
New Features and Modifications:
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.
5. 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.
6. Added IoT Network.
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 support for VPN Client.
11. Added support for WireGuard.
12. 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
13. Added new functions to the 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
14. 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.
15. Improved client type identification accuracy.
16. Optimized the overall system stability and performance.
Firmware Download:
Before the Upgrade
(1) IMPORTANT!: Once upgraded to the 1.4.x firmware, you CANNOT downgrade back to the 1.3.x or 1.2.x version.
(2) Please be sure you have read the Beta Test Agreement before upgrading the pre-release firmware!
(3) For the sake of insurance, it's always recommended to save a copy of the router Backup Config file before upgrading or downgrading.
(4) This pre-release firmware for Archer AX53/AX58 V1 can be applied to all versions (EU/US/AU/KR/etc.).
(5) You may follow the guide to upgrade the firmware of your router. How to Upgrade the Firmware on the TP-Link Wi-Fi Routers.
(6) The screenshots in this article are taken from the web GUI or Tether App of Archer AX55 V1 for reference.
Direct Firmware Download Link
| Archer AX53/AX58_V1 | Archer AX53/AX58_V1_1.4.1_Build 20250213 (Pre-release Firmware) |
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 improving and providing the best products and support.
- Provide a detailed network layout, including how the devices are connected, especially if there are EasyMesh satellite devices.
- Detailed issue description, and provide more information on the specific conditions that seem to trigger the problem.
Thank you for your continued support and for being part of our community.
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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
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Hi I upgraded to version 1.31. and now to this but the new features, e.g. VPN, are not present.
Thanks
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Hi,
In most cases when users report that the VPN feature is not showing it turns out that they have set the router to "Access Point Mode". VPN is only available when the router is in "Wireless Router Mode". So please verify this first.
In case the VPN feature is also not showing in "Wireless Router Mode", then you may consider performing a "Factory Restore" (i.e. full reset).
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hello @Kevin_Z OpenVPN Client and Wireguard Client AX53 V1 (EU hardware with firmware 1.4.1 installed) is doesn't work even tho the status already connected but when I checked my IP location is still the same. Btw I'm using Proton VPN.
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kimbra wrote
hello @Kevin_Z OpenVPN Client and Wireguard Client AX53 V1 (EU hardware with firmware 1.4.1 installed) is doesn't work even tho the status already connected but when I checked my IP location is still the same. Btw I'm using Proton VPN.
If you connect to the Proton VPN on your phone or computer directly via the OpenVPN Connect App or WireGuard App, will the IP location change? How did you check the IP location?
Please make sure you correctly added the phone or computer to the VPN client device list on the AX53 by verifying its MAC address.
BTW, please provide a detailed network layout which will help us understand the configuration better. Thank you.
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Hello @Kevin_Z : when can we expect a final release for Archer AX53/AX58 V1. Do you also intend to work with open source implementations for the firmware ?
Thanks !
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@Yolo2049 скорее всего никогда, скоро будет год как не было стабильных прошивок на него. А релизы все глючные и нормально не работают. Видимо с нормальными програмистами в tp link проблема
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Hi,
I’ve been struggling to get my WireGuard VPN server working properly with this firmware. It looks like the exact same issue that @Inari has been facing in the previous version as well. https://community.tp-link.com/en/home/forum/topic/730864?replyId=1473548.
I can connect to the wireguard server fine, I can access the local devices as well. Ping also works to external domains but the actual internet connection is unusable. Websites either don’t load at all or only partially load before stalling. I’ve also tried lowering the MTU, changing ports, but no luck. Speedtests don't even want to initialize. The openvpn server on the other hand seems to work perfectly.
These are my configurations, is there something that's obviously wrong? I have tried turning dns on/off in the server, manually defining it in the client side etc.
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@Kevin_Z Hi again and thanks to all the development team, it is gratifying to keep up the good work to improve the devices and especially this model, for me all the functions of this pre-release firmware work correctly in AX53 V1 (US). However as in the previous version the DoH/DoT protocol is missing, but thanks for these great updates.
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Jeffsa12 wrote
@Kevin_Z Hi again and thanks to all the development team, it is gratifying to keep up the good work to improve the devices and especially this model, for me all the functions of this pre-release firmware work correctly in AX53 V1 (US). However as in the previous version the DoH/DoT protocol is missing, but thanks for these great updates.
@Kevin_Z @Jeffsa12 we all need DOH/DOT to improve security and privacy.. please implement it on the next pre release firmware..
I hope the development team consider it.
thank you
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