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TP-Link

TP-Link Archer A6 AC1200 wireless router

SKU CH-14F1-89108 MPN Archer A6

Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 router delivering 300 Mbps at 2.4 GHz and 867 Mbps at 5 GHz with MU-MIMO, beamforming, four external antennas, one internal antenna and five Gigabit ports

  • StandardsIEEE 802.11ac/n/a 5 GHz, IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4 GHz
  • WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 5
  • Wireless StandardIEEE 802.11a / IEEE 802.11ac / IEEE 802.11b / IEEE 802.11g /
  • Network ProtocolsIPv4, IPv6
  • Security64 / 128-bit WEP, WPA / WPA2, WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK encryption
  • WPAWPA2
  • AC1200 dual-band Wi-Fi for smooth streaming and gaming
  • Four external plus one internal antenna extend coverage
  • MU-MIMO serves two devices simultaneously for better efficiency
  • Beamforming focuses signal toward connected devices
  • Gigabit WAN and four LAN ports deliver wired speed

Dual-band AC1200 router for home and small office

The TP-Link Archer A6 is a Wi-Fi 5 wireless router that delivers up to 300 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band and up to 867 Mbps on the 5 GHz band. It uses four fixed external antennas and one internal antenna with beamforming to extend coverage. MU-MIMO allows simultaneous communication with up to two devices for improved efficiency. The Tether app provides straightforward network management from a mobile device.

Gigabit wired backbone with access-point flexibility

One 10/100/1000M WAN port and four 10/100/1000M LAN ports give full Gigabit throughput for wired clients such as PCs, consoles or NAS units. The router supports both wireless router and access point modes, so it can serve as the primary gateway or extend an existing wired network. Power comes from an included 12 V 1 A adapter. Management is handled through any Java-enabled browser or the Tether app on Android and iOS.

Upgrade from single-band or non-MU-MIMO routers

Replacing a single-band 2.4 GHz router adds the cleaner 5 GHz band for streaming and gaming while keeping legacy device support. Moving up from an older AC router without MU-MIMO reduces contention when multiple phones, laptops or smart-home gadgets are active. The jump is worthwhile when the household runs several concurrent video streams or online sessions and needs the extra spatial streams and antenna gain.

Highlights

  • AC1200 dual-band Wi-Fi for smooth streaming and gaming
  • Four external plus one internal antenna extend coverage
  • MU-MIMO serves two devices simultaneously for better efficiency
  • Beamforming focuses signal toward connected devices
  • Gigabit WAN and four LAN ports deliver wired speed

Specifications

BrandTP-Link
ModelArcher A6
StandardsIEEE 802.11ac/n/a 5 GHz, IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4 GHz
WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 5
Wireless StandardIEEE 802.11a / IEEE 802.11ac / IEEE 802.11b / IEEE 802.11g / IEEE 802.11n
Network ProtocolsIPv4, IPv6
Security64 / 128-bit WEP, WPA / WPA2, WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK encryption
WPAWPA2
WAN Ports1 x 10/100/1000M
LAN Ports4 x 10/100/1000M
ButtonsReset Button, Power On / Off Button, WPS / Wi-Fi On / Off Button
Wireless Data RatesAC1200 / Up to 1.2Gbps
Frequency Band2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
Antenna4 x Fixed External Antennas and 1 x Internal Antenna
Transmitted PowerCE EIRP: <20 dBm (2.4 GHz); <23 dBm (5 GHz)
FCC EIRP: <30 dBm (2.4 GHz); <30 dBm (5 GHz)
Receiver Sensitivity5 GHz:
11a 6 Mbps: -93 dBm
11a 54 Mbps: -78 dBm;
11ac HT20 mcs8: 69 dBm
11ac HT40 mcs9: -65 dBm
11ac HT80 mcs9: -62 dBm
2.4 GHz:
11g 54 Mbps: -78 dBm
11n HT20 mcs7: -74 dBm
11n HT40 mcs7: -71 dBm
Operation ModeAccess Point Mode / Wireless Router Mode
InterfaceEthernet Port
Power Supply12V / 1A
System RequirementsMicrosoft Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP / 2000 / NT / 98SE, MAC OS, NetWare, UNIX or Linux
Internet Explorer 11, Firefox 12.0, Chrome 20.0, Safari 4.0, or other Java-enabled browser
Cable or DSL Modem
Subscription with an internet service provider (for internet access)
Dimensions1.40" x 9.10" x 5.70"
TemperatureOperating Temperature: 0 ~ 40 degree Celsius (32 ~ 104 degree Fahrenheit)
Storage Temperature: -40 ~ 70 degree Celsius (-40 ~ 158 degree Fahrenheit)
HumidityOperating Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing
Storage Humidity: 5% ~ 90% non-condensing
FeaturesSupports 802.11ac standard
Simultaneous 2.4 GHz 300 Mbps and 5 GHz 867 Mbps connections for 1200 Mbps of total available bandwidth
4 x 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
Package ContentsWireless Router Archer C6
Power Adapter
RJ45 Ethernet Cable
Quick Installation Guide
Shipping weight0.81 kg
Package size330 × 241 × 76 mm

Questions about this item

How many simultaneous 5 GHz streams does the MU-MIMO handle before devices must share airtime?

MU-MIMO communicates with up to 2 devices at once on the 5 GHz band, so a third device waits its turn.

What is the maximum transmit power on the 5 GHz band under CE limits?

CE EIRP is limited to <23 dBm on 5 GHz, which is the regulatory ceiling for this router.

Which WAN port speed must the modem or ONT provide to avoid bottlenecking the gigabit LAN ports?

The single WAN port is 10/100/1000M, so a gigabit-capable modem or ONT is required for full LAN throughput.

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