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TP-Link AX3000 WiFi 6 Router – 802.11ax Wireless Router, Gigabit, Dual Band Internet Router, VPN Router, OneMesh Compatible (Archer AX55)
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Brand | TP-Link |
Model Name | Archer AX55 |
Special Feature | QoS, Guest Mode, WPS, Internet Security, Remote Access |
Frequency Band Class | Dual-Band |
Wireless Communication Standard | 802.11n, 802.11b, 802.11ax, 802.11ac, 802.11g |
Compatible Devices | Gaming Console, Security Camera, Personal Computer, Tablet, Smart Television, Smartphone |
Frequency | 5 GHz |
Recommended Uses For Product | Gaming, Home |
Included Components | Wi-Fi Router Archer AX55, Power Adapter, RJ45 Ethernet Cable, Quick Installation Guide |
Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi |
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- Next-Gen Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 Speeds: 2402 Mbps on 5 GHz and 574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz bands ensure smoother streaming and faster downloads; support VPN server and VPN client¹
- A More Responsive Experience: Enjoy smooth gaming, video streaming, and live feeds simultaneously. OFDMA makes your Wi-Fi stronger by allowing multiple clients to share one band at the same time, cutting latency and jitter.²
- Expanded Wi-Fi Coverage: 4 high-gain external antennas and Beamforming technology combine to extend strong, reliable, Wi-Fi throughout your home.
- Improved Battery Life: Target Wake Time helps your devices to communicate efficiently while consuming less power.
- Improved Cooling Design: No heat ups, no throttles. A larger heat sink and redefined case design cools the WiFi 6 system and enables your network to stay at top speeds in more versatile environments.
- Compatible with Alexa: Control your router via voice commands and make your life smarter and easier with Amazon Alexa
- TP-Link HomeShield - TP-Link's premium security service keeps your home network safe with cutting-edge network and IoT protection. Free features: 1. Basic Network Security including Security Scan and IoT Device Identification 2. Basic Parental Controls 3. Quality of Service 4. Basic Weekly/Monthly Reports. Visit TP-Link website for more information.
- Works with all internet service providers such as AT&T, Verizon, Xfinity, Spectrum, RCN, Cox, CenturyLink, Frontier, and more (A modem is required for most internet service providers).
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1. Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput, wireless coverage and number of connected devices are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of network conditions, client limitations, and environmental factors, including building materials, obstacles, volume and density of traffic, and client location. 2. Use of 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) and its features including OFDMA, HE160, and TWT requires clients to also support corresponding features. The 160 MHz bandwidth may be unavailable in the 5 GHz band in some regions/countries due to regulatory restrictions. Actual power reduction by Target Wake Time may vary as a result of network conditions, client limitations, and environmental factors. 3. The 802.11ax white paper defines standardized modifications to both the IEEE 802.11 physical layers (PHY) and the IEEE 802.11 Medium Access Control (MAC) layer as enabling at least one mode of operation capable of supporting improvement of at least four times the average throughput per station (measured at the MAC data service access point) in a dense deployment scenario. 4. HomeShield includes the Free Basic Plan. Fees apply for the Pro Plan. Visit https://www.tp-link.com/homeshield for more information 5. Use of WPA3 requires clients to support WPA3. 6. This router may not support all the mandatory features as ratified in IEEE 802.11ax specification. 7. Further software upgrade for feature availability may be required. 8. Actual network speed may be limited by the rate of the product's Ethernet WAN or LAN port, the rate supported by the network cable, Internet service provider factors and other environmental conditions.
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connectivity tech | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB |
number of ports | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 6 |
data transfer rate | 2976 megabits per second | 2976 megabits per second | 3000 megabits per second | 5400 megabits per second | 1900 megabits per second | 5700 megabits per second |
wireless standard | 802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 B, 802 11 G, 802 11 N | 802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 B, 802 11 G, 802 11 N | 2.4 ghz radio frequency | 802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 G, 802 11 B | 802 11 ABGNAC | 802 11 AX, 802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 G, 802 11 A |
frequency band class | dual band | dual band | dual band | tri band | dual band | dual band |
lan port bandwidth | 10/100/1000 Mbps | 10/100/1000 Mbps | 2.5 Gbps, 1 Gbps x 3 | 10/100/1000 Mbps | 10/100/1000 megabits per second | 2.5 Gigabit |
max upstream rate | 2402 megabits per second | — | 2402 megabits per second | 5400 megabits per second | — | 5700 megabits per second |
security protocol | WPA3, WPA2-Enterprise, WPA2-PSK | WPA3, WPA2, WPA | WPS, WPA, WPA2 | WPA3, WPA2, WPA2-Enterprise | WEP, WPA, WPA-PSK | WPA3-Personal, WPA2-Enterprise, WPS |
frequency | 5 GHz | — | 5 GHz | 5 GHz | 5 GHz | 5 GHz |
operating system | TP-Link firmware | Networking Operating System | TP-Link Tether App / Web UI | TP-Link HomeCare | Microsoft Windows 98SE, NT, 2000, XP, Vista or Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1/10. MAC OS, NetWare, UNIX or Linux | Windows, App, Mac OS, Linus |
antenna type | fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed | retractable | fixed |
From the manufacturer
Wi-Fi 6 Upgrades Everything
The latest generation of Wi-Fi technology brings faster speeds, less lag, and higher capacity, enabling more simultaneous connections on your home network.
More Responsive Experiences Less Loading Wheels
Enjoy smooth gaming, video streaming, and live feed simultaneously. OFDMA makes your Wi-Fi stronger by allowing multiple clients to share one band at the same time, which cuts latency and jittering.²
Wi-Fi Coverage Throughout Your Home
4 high-performance external antennas boost Wi-Fi signals throughout your home. Beamforming technology detects devices and concentrates wireless signal strength towards them, especially for previously hard to reach outlets.
TP-Link HomeShield: Advanced Security For Your Everyday Devices
OneMesh Compatible
Supports OneMesh to form seamless whole-home coverage, preventing drops and lag when moving between signals.(OneMesh WiFi Extender is needed)
Improved Cooling Design
No heat ups, no throttles. A larger heat sink and refined case design cool the WiFi 6 system and enable your network to stay at top speed.
Advanced WPA3 Security
The latest Wi-Fi security protocol, WPA3, brings new capabilities to improve cybersecurity in personal networks.⁴
Easy Setup and Use
Set up and manage your Archer router in minutes with the intuitive Tether App with guided setup instructions.
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Product Dimensions | 12.99 x 9.45 x 2.87 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.66 pounds |
ASIN | B09G5W9R6R |
Item model number | Archer AX55 |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #299 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #1 in Computer Routers |
Date First Available | October 11, 2021 |
Manufacturer | TP-Link |
Country of Origin | Vietnam |
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Customers find the router easy to set up and working well. They appreciate the consistent fast WiFi speeds on all devices. The wireless router is described as fantastic and confident in its capabilities. Many customers are pleased with the value for money and ease of use, though some have mixed views on signal strength and reliability.
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Customers appreciate the router's easy setup. They say it works stand-alone and almost sets itself up. The interface is simple to understand and has helpful information on all settings.
"...It is easier to set up than the AX55 Pro. On to the AX55 Pro - - - So this is just my initial comments and set up so far...." Read more
"...Connecting my external hard drive was also pretty straightforward and most of my issues were in understanding how to enable Win 11 and my ipad to..." Read more
"...Install was simple (did not use the Tether app, did it the fashioned way), had to change the router address since a lot of my devices have a set IP..." Read more
"...Works great, fast, good range and easy set up. Would buy again." Read more
Customers find the router works well. It's easy to set up and performs at a high level. They mention it works stand-alone and almost sets itself up. While useful, some customers expected better from newer hardware. However, the range on the AX-55 alone is significantly better than their gateway and provides better download speeds.
"...works very well, never dropped signal in our 1700 sq ft single story home (plus lower level), always recovered after any outages with no drama of..." Read more
"...Actually the whole setup was simple, everything worked first time out and I'm getting significantly better speeds on devices using the A protocol...." Read more
"...Read alot of reviews and chose this one. Works great, fast, good range and easy set up. Would buy again." Read more
"...Don't have to put it on a power strip alone to put off and on. It works stand-alone and almost sets itself up and with security WPA and all that...." Read more
Customers like the router's speed. They say it has a consistent speed, and the wireless speeds improve throughout the house. The router stays relatively cool and never slows down.
"...AX3000 also has two processors so whether it is signal strength, processing power, or a combination of the two, every device in my house that needs..." Read more
"...first time out and I'm getting significantly better speeds on devices using the A protocol...." Read more
"...The speed was rock solid at around 400mbps (like it was stable but maxed out), and I was actually connected to the router at something like 570mbps,..." Read more
"...Read alot of reviews and chose this one. Works great, fast, good range and easy set up. Would buy again." Read more
Customers appreciate the wireless router. They say it has good WiFi 6 technology, with a main wireless network and an isolated guest network. It's a mesh router, so pass-through between a router and an extender is easy. The coverage and signal strength are amazing, and customers are confident in the new router's capabilities. They also mention it's one of few wireless stand-alone routers that has an on/off switch. The modem is exceptional, with less than 500 uncorrected errors in three months.
"...Love that this is one of very few wireless stand-alone routers that has an on/off switch. So nice!..." Read more
"...It also adds 802.11ax and WPA3 security as well as "Smart Connect" which allows you to combine 2.4G and 5G bands under a single SSID and have the..." Read more
"...She was patient and steady and got me set up. This is a great router and Arwen is a gem!!!" Read more
"...It is a WIFI 6 Mesh router, so passoff between a router and an extender is seamless...." Read more
Customers appreciate the router's value for money. They find it fast, cheap, and effective. Many consider it a good upgrade without breaking the bank. However, some mention that it doesn't provide 5G signal.
"...It was a good little device for the 6 months I had it, but my home is small enough that it doesn't need a mesh device and satellites, and now that..." Read more
"...say that I think TP-Link, for homeowner use, is an excellent and economical choice...." Read more
"...*most* home users would need without a subscription, and it's fast and cheap, and has really good signal strength..." Read more
"...The value of the product is evident; if you have the budget available at $120, it is certainly a worthwhile investment...." Read more
Customers appreciate the router's user-friendly interface and app. They find it simple to set up and manage through the Tether app. The user-friendly interface allows for detailed control over network settings, from basic operations to advanced routing. The smart app tracks connections.
"...if your needs are as mentioned above, simple to use, access setup on line for any changes, no muss and no fuss." Read more
"...I like the Tether app and the ability to give names to my connected devices, to see what band they are on, and to assign icons...." Read more
"...The tether app is pretty cool for basic setup. I also have requirements for static IP based on mac address and port forwarding...." Read more
"...and I really can't say enough about the setup process - the UI is EXTREMELY friendly." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the router's signal strength. Some find it provides strong WiFi coverage with stable signals in both bands. However, others report issues like weak signals, issues connecting to the internet, and problems blocking communication between computers. The router also doesn't provide 5G signal, only 2.5G.
"...works very well, never dropped signal in our 1700 sq ft single story home (plus lower level), always recovered after any outages with no drama of..." Read more
"...The Archer AX3000 also has two processors so whether it is signal strength, processing power, or a combination of the two, every device in my house..." Read more
"...The router would not connect to the internet when I powered it on until I remembered that the modem has to be rebooted to pick up the router's MAC..." Read more
"...Install is simple, footprint is fairly small and it's not dropping out at all." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the router's reliability. Some find it dependable, well-built, and stable, working without issues related to ISP. Others report issues like random failures, weak WiFi in certain areas, and antenna breakage.
"...; it would have made my internet experience so much smoother and more reliable. 🤧..." Read more
"...The problems are: we do not get wifi in the garage, it is weak in the upstairs bedroom, and it drops frequently for a few seconds...." Read more
"...TP Link AX55 is still one of the better budget routers - it seems well built and I understand the AX55 uses improved hardware compared to the AX50..." Read more
"...Pros: - Slick design, takes not much space. - Very stable, works 3 weeks so far, without any issues related to ISP or dropping a..." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2024Style: WiFi 6, AX3000 w/ 2.5Gbps PortVerified PurchaseI recently purchased this TP-Link AX3000 WiFi 6 Router (Archer AX55 Pro) to upgrade our LAN even though our Asus N300 has been working just fine with no drama for many years and still does. I can recommend both sold here on Amazon.
The TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro takes things to the next level for WiFi 6 and the router' s many features and settings. I venture to say the Asus N300 will still do fine for most homes streaming and networking needs. It is easier to set up than the AX55 Pro.
On to the AX55 Pro - - -
So this is just my initial comments and set up so far. Will update if needed.
Setup to the TP-Link Archer AX55 Pro is simple using the recommended app, but I chose to use the cable connected method to a spare laptop which provides easier access to detailed settings. It went ok, but advise to go slow and careful to assure what you want to enable and disable. Disable OFDMA if you want the best speeds.
I was then able to get speeds off the wired ports usually higher than what Spectrum provides. Good on them.
Going wireless . . It upped the speed to even our Roku devices 95 to 110 Mbps.
Laptops fared generally better as well but a bit lower. All the dozen or more client devices benefited to one degree or another depending on their capabilities.
So for now, the AX55 Pro is a go. It does take more time to power up or re-start.
Also, unsure of whether it will pick up ok after an outage of main power or ISP loss?
Seemed a like I may need to reset and then restart both modem and AX55 Pro if mains power goes out based on my initial setup, but it could just be me fussing with things.
Previously, I was using the Asus N300 WiFi Router (RT-N12_D1) for several years and it served well and still would serve my purposes for 2 heavily used home laptops, a couple of tablets, 3 Roku, 2 internet radios total of about a dozen or so devices plus cell phone use while home.
The Asus :https://www.amazon.com/Wireless-N300-Technology-streaming-performing-RT-N12/dp/B00DWFPDNO
works very well, never dropped signal in our 1700 sq ft single story home (plus lower level), always recovered after any outages with no drama of having to reset it or Spectrum supplied modem. It is great if your needs are as mentioned above, simple to use, access setup on line for any changes, no muss and no fuss.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2024Style: WiFi 6, AX3000Verified PurchaseSeveral "professionals" over the years have belittled tp-link routers, claiming they are low quality. My last one was an Archer that is still functional today as a backup but just got outdated. I then switched to Netgear based on these professional recommendations and it worked fine for five years but again, time for an upgrade (just bought three new Firestick 4K Max and wanted the best signal) and the TP-Link AX3000 was on sale and so decided to use again since I had such good luck the last time.
Install was simple (did not use the Tether app, did it the fashioned way), had to change the router address since a lot of my devices have a set IP address and my old router used 192.168.1.1 and TP-Link uses 192.168.0.1 but it was simple. Actually the whole setup was simple, everything worked first time out and I'm getting significantly better speeds on devices using the A protocol. My old B/G/N devices didn't change much, maybe a 10% increase in speed but that's not the fault of the router. I'm getting my full 200mbps downloads on the A protocol devices and I've never gotten those speeds wirelessly. Now, my VPN does cut that speed down by a significant percentage but always has. I do not use the free ancillary services that TP-Link offers with at least this router, prefer my own security setup and VPN configurations but it's there if anyone wants them.
If this router holds up, I will once again say that I think TP-Link, for homeowner use, is an excellent and economical choice. Install is simple, footprint is fairly small and it's not dropping out at all.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2023Style: WiFi 6, AX3000Verified Purchase[updated]
I updated from a TP-Link Archer C7. I have an Arris SB8200 modem. Here are a few notes.
The AX55 signal strength seems a little better, especially in the 5 GHz band. It also adds 802.11ax and WPA3 security as well as "Smart Connect" which allows you to combine 2.4G and 5G bands under a single SSID and have the router decide which to use with each client. You could just give the separate bands the same SSID with any router. In that case each client would decide which band to use. The router login no longer uses a username, only a password.
I have now tried "Smart Connect" with 2 TP-Link routers in 2 different houses and I am not impressed. On both I eventually had to separate the 2 bands. It was especially dysfunctional on mobile devices (phones, laptops, etc.). It doesn't seem to switch bands very easily as you move around. Even stationary
devices seem to bounce inexplicably between the two bands, which can have very different signal strengths.
The wi-fi encryption settings can be a problem depending on your equipment. The options are:
None
WPA2-PSK[AES]
WPA2-PSK[AES]+WPA-PSK[TKIP]
WPA3-Personal
WPA3-Personal+WPA2-PSK[AES]
WPA2-Enterprise
WPA/WPA2-Enterprise
I wouldn't touch either WPA or TKIP. Previously I used only WPA2-PSK[AES]. I would have liked to have used WPA3-Personal+WPA2-PSK[AES] here, but I have an older 2.4G printer with WPA/WPA2[AES or TKIP]. It would not connect unless the router was set to WPA2-PSK[AES] or WPA2-PSK[AES]+WPA-PSK[TKIP]. In the end, I set the 2.4G band to WPA2 (only) and the 5G band to WPA2+WPA3.
Configuration and Installation
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Installing the router was pretty straightforward. I turned off wi-fi on my laptop, wired it (DHCP) to one of the router's client ports, browsed to 192.168.0.1, and logged in (password is on the bottom of the router). Alternatively, you could leave your wi-fi enabled and connect to the router's default SSID, also on the bottom. Doing it over wi-fi is just a bit more risky.
I configured it entirely through the web interface using the Advanced menus. I changed the password and IPv4 address and left it with a temporary SSID while walking through all the other settings. After that was done, I shut down my old router, changed the temporary SSID and passcode on the new router to the permanent ones, shut down the new router, and connected it to my modem.
I have not as yet found anything I can do with the Tether app that I can't do, and more easily, with the web interface.
The router would not connect to the internet when I powered it on until I remembered that the modem has to be rebooted to pick up the router's MAC address. It won't connect to a new router until then. I powered off both, powered up the modem, waited until it was fully up, and then powered up the router. It connected immediately and has been running fine since then.
Once connected, I reviewed the internet (IPv4 and IPv6) status and settings. For Comcast, at least in this area, the IPv6 WAN connection type is Dynamic IP(SLAAC/DHCPv6) with DHCPv6 and prefix delegation selected. The LAN type is SLAAC+Stateless DHCP. I prefer to use Google's public DNS servers (8.8.8.8, 8.8.4.4, 2001:4860:4860::8888, and 2001:4860:4860::8844), I've set those to override the Comcast-provided defaults.
Performance
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I have 400 Mbps Comcast service with an Arris SB8200 modem. The modem indicates DOCSIS 3.1 service on the downstream side, but not on the upstream side. My laptop wireless NIC is an Intel AC7265 dual-band b/g/n/ac adapter.
On a wired connection to the router, I get download speeds of 475+ Mbps. 480 would be the most I would expect given Comcast's typical practice of over-provisioning by 20%.
On 5G wi-fi with 40 MHz channels, I get 475 Mbps next to the router and about 20' away in the same room. I get 355 Mbps in the next room, which is 73% faster than with the Archer C7.
On 2.4G wi-fi with 20 MHz channels, I get 100 Mbs in the next room and 45 Mbs 2 floors up on the opposite side of the house. That's 25% and 80% faster than with my Archer C7.
Those who have unexpectedly slow wi-fi performance and who have "Smart Connect" enabled may be connected via the 2.4 GHz band without realizing it. Another reason not to use that feature.
I live in a crowded wi-fi neighborhood with people who think it's a good idea to use 40 or 80 MHz
channels in the 2.4 GHz band. Don't do that. It makes all your neighbors' performance worse and
doesn't really help yours.
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Joao-vitorReviewed in Brazil on October 2, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente roteador
Style: WiFi 6, AX3000Verified PurchaseRoteador muito bom tem um ótimo alcance e desempenho
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Reviewed in Brazil on October 2, 2024
Images in this review - JeramieReviewed in Canada on April 7, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Everything I could have asked for in a router.
Style: WiFi 6, AX3000Verified PurchaseThis router is the end of my long journey down a rabbit hole of trying to find a solution of "adding" more storage to an Android device that I felt does not have enough free space. My router before this in terms of wireless coverage wasn't bad, and its internet speed tests were usually 'fine'. However, the issue I realize it had was when I began to set up networked storage in my home and its local file transfer speeds over Wi-Fi were abysmal.
After dealing with numerous settings on that router, going through two TP-Link extenders that ultimately did not resolve the issue, I ended up just getting this router instead. And I have to say, this fully solved my issue and easily surpassed all expectations that I had. For starters, my previous Wi-Fi 6 router only managed around 30Mbps when doing a wireless-to-wireless local file transfer between two devices. Whether doing a local speed test or deploying an SMB share. This router? Easily managed between 750-850Mbps, entirely over wireless. It was such an unbelievable increase in performance that that alone makes this worth it for me.
Setup is as simple as any other router can be, possibly even easier with the ability to set it up with the mobile app that guides you through the entire process if you don't want to set it up via a computer with a web browser. Giving it the same SSID and password as my prior network allowed all of my devices to reconnect to the network as if nothing happened.
Wi-Fi 6, 160MHz channel support, QoS, built in SMB, VPN, Access Control, ability to set it up as an AP, IoT isolation, this router has SO many features for its price, it's insane. The mobile app is great but you do need to go into the gateway on a browser to access its full host of features. There are new features being added to the router still in the form of firmware updates, that the router is still seemingly frequently receiving.
This completely solved my goal of wanting to add networked storage in my home. It's so nice to be able to transfer files between all of my devices without ever needing to physically connect them again. Transferring files completely saturates the 1GbE NIC whether wireless or wired on all of my devices, and still leaves plenty of bandwidth on the router itself to allow other devices to function normally.
There's not even much to say about its internet performance, it's great, of course. If you have a gigabit internet plan, you will have nothing to complain about whether wired or wireless utilizing this router. There are no less than a combination of 15 wired/wireless devices connected to this router and none of them experiencing any issues. I am very happy with this router!
Jeramie
Reviewed in Canada on April 7, 2024
After dealing with numerous settings on that router, going through two TP-Link extenders that ultimately did not resolve the issue, I ended up just getting this router instead. And I have to say, this fully solved my issue and easily surpassed all expectations that I had. For starters, my previous Wi-Fi 6 router only managed around 30Mbps when doing a wireless-to-wireless local file transfer between two devices. Whether doing a local speed test or deploying an SMB share. This router? Easily managed between 750-850Mbps, entirely over wireless. It was such an unbelievable increase in performance that that alone makes this worth it for me.
Setup is as simple as any other router can be, possibly even easier with the ability to set it up with the mobile app that guides you through the entire process if you don't want to set it up via a computer with a web browser. Giving it the same SSID and password as my prior network allowed all of my devices to reconnect to the network as if nothing happened.
Wi-Fi 6, 160MHz channel support, QoS, built in SMB, VPN, Access Control, ability to set it up as an AP, IoT isolation, this router has SO many features for its price, it's insane. The mobile app is great but you do need to go into the gateway on a browser to access its full host of features. There are new features being added to the router still in the form of firmware updates, that the router is still seemingly frequently receiving.
This completely solved my goal of wanting to add networked storage in my home. It's so nice to be able to transfer files between all of my devices without ever needing to physically connect them again. Transferring files completely saturates the 1GbE NIC whether wireless or wired on all of my devices, and still leaves plenty of bandwidth on the router itself to allow other devices to function normally.
There's not even much to say about its internet performance, it's great, of course. If you have a gigabit internet plan, you will have nothing to complain about whether wired or wireless utilizing this router. There are no less than a combination of 15 wired/wireless devices connected to this router and none of them experiencing any issues. I am very happy with this router!
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سلطانReviewed in Saudi Arabia on November 12, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars ممتاز جداً
Style: WiFi 6, AX3000Verified Purchaseجهاز جبار
- LukeReviewed in the United Arab Emirates on August 23, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars WiFi 6, Fast, Long reach, Easy setup, Single SSID for 2.4 and 5G
Style: WiFi 6, AX3000Verified PurchaseSetting up the router was easy:
start with admin password change/set new password
configure name for SSID and choose to leave both separate or combine to smart switch. I selected smart option
setup internet connection or skip. I choose to skip so I could copy info from my old router
logged in to my old router from another device & setup internet side by sides
Bandwidth, Speed, Coverage:
wow it had long range with good bandwidth. I curranty had one main router and an extender as the main router could not cover my full house. I just replaced both with this one single router.
even to the ends of my house I get 40-50MB bandwidth, which is like 2-3 walls behind.
Multiple Network for isolation and protection plus Mesh:
the router can be configured with network separation for more security.
each network has 2.4 or 5G option
Your home privet network can be combined with Smart option which broadcasts s single SSID but switched devices between 2.4 or 5G based on coverage or reach
There are 4 network options and all can be managed or kept separate
Home/privet network, IoT device network, guest network and LAN network (via cable)
you can easily setup one mesh by adding more LP-Link mesh devices to extend you network if required (support only TP-link devices)
Security option, Parental control and Tether app:
the router comes inbuilt with basic security that checks for your router configuration if week
or if you have a less secure configuration or password for your Wi-Fi
network isolation, where you can isolate IoT devices from your home network
it has paid upgrade to prevent intrusion, web filter and IOT device protection (monthly or yearly plan)
the router can be managed over the internet via the tether app, you need to link it to your account to use it.
parental control creates separate profiles per home user so you can add all their devices to their own profile & configure it separately.
allow or block access using Tether app made easy.
Over this router is a great option if you are looking for an upgrade with wifi 6 with inbuilt basic security options.
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paulo.trielliReviewed in Brazil on June 7, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Bom produto
Style: WiFi 6, AX3000Verified PurchaseBom produto, funciona muito bem
É robusto e confiável