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Overview:

Archer A6
AC1200 Wireless MU-MIMO Gigabit Router

• Supports 802.11ac standard
• Simultaneous 2.4GHz 300 Mbps and 5GHz 867 Mbps connections for 1200 Mbps of total available bandwidth
• 4 external antennas and one internal antenna provide stable wireless connections and optimal coverage
• Easy network management at your fingertips with TP-Link Tether
• MU-MIMO achieves 2X efficiency by communicating with up to 2 devices at once
• Beamforming technology delivers wider wireless coverage
• Supports Access Point mode to create a new Wi-Fi access point

Features:

AC 1200 Wi-Fi RouterMU-MIMO Gigabit
Archer A6

Smooth Entertainment with AC1200 Dual Band Wi-Fi
The Archer A6 creates a reliable and blazing-fast network powered by 802.11ac Wi-Fi technology. The 2.4GHz band delivers speeds up to 300Mbps, ready for everyday tasks like emailing and web browsing, while the 5GHz band delivers speeds up to 867Mbps, ideal for HD video streaming and lag-free online gaming.

• 300Mbps 2.4GHz Band
• 867Mbps 5GHz Band

5 High-Performance Antennas - Wi-Fi Coverage throughout Your Home
Four external antennas and one internal antenna send Wi-Fi signals to every corner of your home. Stay connected and enjoy fast Wi-Fi whether you are lounging on the sofa or on the balcony. With a powerful chipset, the Archer A6 provides ideal Wi-Fi coverage. The 2.4GHz band coverage is especially impressive, eliminating Wi-Fi dead-zones and beating that of other competing routers.

It's An Access Point, Too
Switch the working mode of the Archer A6 to Access Point Mode to share your wired network with other wireless devices.

MU-MIMO Matters - Increase Speed, Throughput, Capacity
MU-MIMO lets the Archer A6 serve multiple devices at once. No more bandwidth congestion or latency. All devices get their data faster and Wi-Fi is used more efficiently!

Gigabit Connectivity, 10x Faster
With one Gigabit WAN port and four Gigabit LAN port, speeds can be up to 10x faster than standard Ethernet
connections. Connect your favorite wired devices to the Archer A6 and get impressed!

Easy Setup and Management with the Tether APP
The free Tether app is available for both Android and iOS devices, making it easy to set up the Archer A6 and manage your network settings.

Specifications:

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Specifications
Product Code	ARCHER-A6
WIRELESS
Standards	Wi-Fi 5
	IEEE 802.11ac/n/a 5 GHz
	IEEE 802.11n/b/g 2.4 GHz
WiFi Speeds	AC1200
	5 GHz: 867 Mbps (802.11ac)
	2.4 GHz: 300 Mbps (802.11n)
WiFi Range	3 Bedroom Houses
	4 x Fixed High-Performance Antennas
	Multiple antennas form a signal-boosting array to cover more directions and large areas
	Beamforming
	Concentrates wireless signal strength towards clients to expand WiFi range
WiFi Capacity	Medium
	Dual-Band
	Allocate devices to different bands for optimal performance
	MU-MIMO
	Simultaneously communicates with multiple MU-MIMO clients
Working Modes	Router Mode
	Access Point Mode
SECURITY
Network Security	SPI Firewall
	Access Control
	IP & MAC Binding
	Application Layer Gateway
Guest Network	1 x 5 GHz Guest Network
	1 x 2.4 GHz Guest Network
VPN Server	OpenVPN
	PPTP
WiFi Encryption	EU Version:
	WPA
	WPA2
	WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x)
	US, TW Version:
	WPA
	WPA2
	WPA3
HARDWARE
Processor	Qualcomm CPU
Ethernet Ports	1 x Gigabit WAN Port
	4 x Gigabit LAN Ports
Buttons	WPS/Wi-Fi Button
	Power On/Off Button
	Reset Button
Power	12 V ⎓ 1 A
SOFTWARE
Protocols	IPv4
	IPv6
OneMesh	OneMesh Supported
	Without replacing your existing devices or buying a whole new WiFi ecosystem, OneMesh helps you create a more flexible network that covers your entire home with TP-Link OneMesh products.
Parental Controls	URL Filtering
	Time Controls
WAN Types	Dynamic IP
	Static IP
	PPPoE
	PPTP
	L2TP
Quality of Service	QoS by Device
NAT Forwarding	Virtual Servers
	Port Forwarding
	Port Triggering
	DMZ
	UPnP
IPTV	IGMP Proxy
	IGMP Snooping
	Bridge
	Tag VLAN
DHCP	Address Reservation
	DHCP Client List
	Server
DDNS	NO-IP
	DynDNS
Management	Tether App
	Webpage
OTHER
System Requirements	Internet Explorer 11+, Firefox 12.0+, Chrome 20.0+, Safari 4.0+, or other JavaScript-enabled browser
	Cable or DSL Modem (if needed)
	Subscription with an internet service provider (for internet access)
Certifications	FCC, CE, RoHS
Environment	Operating Temperature: 0°C~40°C (32°F ~104°F)
	Storage Temperature: -40°C~70°C (-40°F ~158°F)
	Operating Humidity: 10%~90% non-condensing
	Storage Humidity: 5%~90% non-condensing
TEST DATA
WiFi Transmission Power	CE EIRP:
	<20dBm(2.4GHz)
	<23dBm(5GHz)
	FCC:
	<30dBm(2.4GHz & 5GHz)
WiFi Reception Sensitivity	5GHz:
	11a 6Mbps:-93dBm ; 11a 54Mbps:-78dBm ;
	11ac HT20 mcs8:69dBm, 11ac HT40 mcs9:-65dBm
	11ac HT80 mcs9:-62dBm
	2.4GHz:
	11g 54Mbps:-78dBm
	11n HT20 mcs7:-74dBm
	11n HT40 mcs7:-71dbm ;
PHYSICAL
Dimensions (W x D x H)	9.1 x 5.7 x 1.4 in
	(230 x 144 x 35 mm)
Package Contents	Wi-Fi Router Archer C6
	Power Adapter
	RJ45 Ethernet Cable
	Quick Installation Guide