TP-Link Archer A6 AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router
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TP-Link Archer A6 AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router (Archer A6)
Model Archer A6 is a TP-Link network router or gateway. This network router or gateway connects local devices to a suitable internet or uplink service. Its wireless class, Ethernet ports and any built-in mobile/DSL features determine where it can be deployed. Key model detail: wireless class — AC1200.
AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi – 867 Mbps at 5 GHz and 400 Mbps at 2.4 GHz band
MU-MIMO Technology – Simultaneously transfers data to multiple devices for 2× faster performance
Boosted Coverage – Four external antennas equipped with Beamforming technology extend and concentrate the Wi-Fi signals
Access Point Mode –Supports AP Mode to transform your wired connection into the wireless network
Easy Setup – Set up your Wi-Fi in minutes with the TP-Link Tether app.
Technical Specifications
WIRELESS
Standards and Protocols
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: 400 Mbps (802.11n)
WiFi Range
3 Bedroom Houses
4× 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
Airtime Fairness
Improves network efficiency by limiting excessive occupation
Working Modes
Router Mode
Access Point Mode
| SECURITY | |
|---|---|
| Network Security | SPI Firewall Access Control IP & MAC Binding Application Layer Gateway |
| Guest Network | 1× 5 GHz Guest Network 1× 2.4 GHz Guest Network |
| VPN Server | OpenVPN PPTP WireGuard |
| VPN Client | OpenVPN PPTP WireGuard |
| WiFi Encryption | WPA WPA2 WPA3 WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x) |
| HARDWARE | |
|---|---|
| Processor | 1.2 GHz CPU |
| Ethernet Ports | 1× Gigabit WAN Port 4× Gigabit LAN Ports |
| Power | 12 V ⎓ 1 A |
| Buttons | WPS/Wi-Fi Button Power On/Off Button Reset Button |
| 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. Learn More> All OneMesh Products> |
| EasyMesh | Mesh networking creates smooth, fast, stable roaming. Archer C6 can flexibly build an EasyMesh network with EasyMesh-Compatible devices, which eliminates Wi-Fi dead zones, expand your network, and fill your entire home with high-speed Wi-Fi. Seamless Wi-Fi connections with one network name, one-click setting and flexible scalability. Learn More> |
| Parental Controls | URL Filtering Time Controls |
| WAN Types | Dynamic IP Static IP PPPoE PPTP L2TP |
| Quality of Service | QoS by Device |
| Cloud Service | OTA Firmware Upgrade TP-Link ID DDNS |
| NAT Forwarding | Port Forwarding Port Triggering DMZ UPnP |
| IPTV | IGMP Proxy IGMP Snooping Bridge Tag VLAN |
| DHCP | Address Reservation DHCP Client List Server |
| DDNS | TP-Link NO-IP DynDNS |
| Management Features | Tether App Webpage |
OTHER
Network Services Enabled by Default
Web Server
Manage and configure device through web (HTTP/HTTPS)
• Port: 80/443 Protocol: TCP
DNS
DNS
• Port: 53 Protocol: TCP & UDP
DHCP Server
IP address assignment (DHCP)
• Port: 67 Protocol: UDP
App management
Manage and configure device through app
• Port: 20002 Protocol: UDP
Alexa service
Detect Alexa-enabled devices in the LAN
• Port: 5353 Protocol: UDP
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
Environment
Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32℉ ~104℉)
Storage Temperature: -40℃~70℃ (-40℉ ~158℉)
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×D×H) | 8.5 × 4.6 × 1.2 in (215 × 117 × 32 mm) |
| Package Content | Wi-Fi Router Archer A6 Power Adapter RJ45 Ethernet Cable Quick Installation Guide |