TP-Link
TP-Link Archer C2300 wireless router
Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 router with a 1.8 GHz dual-core CPU, MU-MIMO and 1625 Mbps on 5 GHz
- 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 /
- Security64 / 128-bit WEP, WPA / WPA2, WPA-PSK / WPA-PSK2 encryptions
- WPAWPA2
- WAN Ports1 x 10/100/1000M
- AC2300 dual-band Wi-Fi delivers fast 4K streaming and gaming
- 8 GHz dual-core CPU with co-processors keeps connections smooth
- RangeBoost and beamforming extend reliable coverage to distant devices
- MU-MIMO serves multiple devices simultaneously for better throughput
- Free lifetime HomeCare subscription adds antivirus and threat protection
Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 router
The Archer C2300 is a dual-band Wi-Fi 5 router built around a 1.8 GHz dual-core processor. It delivers combined wireless rates of 1625 Mbps on 5 GHz and 600 Mbps on 2.4 GHz. Four Gigabit LAN ports and one Gigabit WAN port handle wired traffic.
Thermal and power profile
The unit operates from 0 to 40 °C using an external 12 V 2 A power supply. Three detachable antennas handle transmission without active cooling. Power draw stays within the adapter rating during typical routing and USB sharing workloads.
HomeCare security suite
A free lifetime TP-Link HomeCare subscription adds antivirus, parental controls and quality-of-service features managed through the router interface. Two USB ports, one USB 3.0 and one USB 2.0, enable printer or storage sharing across the network.
Highlights
- AC2300 dual-band Wi-Fi delivers fast 4K streaming and gaming
- 8 GHz dual-core CPU with co-processors keeps connections smooth
- RangeBoost and beamforming extend reliable coverage to distant devices
- MU-MIMO serves multiple devices simultaneously for better throughput
- Free lifetime HomeCare subscription adds antivirus and threat protection
Specifications
| Brand | TP-Link |
|---|---|
| Model | Archer C2300 |
| Standards | IEEE 802.11ac/n/a 5 GHz IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4 GHz |
| WiFi Generation | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wireless Standard | IEEE 802.11a / IEEE 802.11ac / IEEE 802.11b / IEEE 802.11g / IEEE 802.11n |
| Security | 64 / 128-bit WEP, WPA / WPA2, WPA-PSK / WPA-PSK2 encryptions |
| WPA | WPA2 |
| WAN Ports | 1 x 10/100/1000M |
| LAN Ports | 4 x 10/100/1000M |
| Buttons | Wi-Fi On / Off Button, Reset Button, WPS Button, Power On / Off Button, LED on / off Button |
| Wireless Data Rates | 1625 Mbps at 5 GHz 600 Mbps at 2.4 GHz |
| Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz |
| Antenna | 3 x Detachable Antennas |
| Transmitted Power | 5 GHz: 11a 6 Mbps: -91 dBm 11a 54 Mbps: -72 dBm 11n HT20: -70 dBm 11n HT40: -69 dBm 11ac HT20: -60 dBm 11ac HT40: -61 dBm 11ac HT80: -56 dBm 2.4 GHz: 11g 54 Mbps: -73 dBm 11n HT20: -72 dBm 11n HT40: -69 dBm |
| Interface | 1 x USB 3.0 Port + 1 x USB 2.0 Port |
| VPN support | PPTP, L2TP |
| Power Supply | 12V / 2A |
| System Requirements | Microsoft Windows 98SE, NT, 2000, XP, Vista or Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 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) |
| Dimensions | 1.45" x 8.50" x 6.46" |
| Temperature | Operating Temperature: 0 ~ 40 degree Celsius (32 ~ 104 degree Fahrenheit) Storage Temperature: -40 ~ 70 degree Celsius (-40 ~ 158 degree Fahrenheit) |
| Humidity | Operating Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing Storage Humidity: 5% ~ 90% non-condensing |
| Features | Watch 4K movies and game with high-speed AC2300 dual-band Wi-Fi Powerful 1.8 GHz dual-core 64-bit CPU with two co-processors deliver smooth and speedy connections RangeBoost greatly improves Wi-Fi connection to devices located farther away MU-MIMO connects more Wi-Fi devices at once for faster performance Airtime Fairness equally divides attention between newer and older devices to improve Wi-Fi performance TP-Link HomeCare protects against the latest threats with powerful security and antivirus |
| Package Contents | AC2300 Wireless MU-MIMO Gigabit Router Archer C2300 3 x Detachable Antennas Power Supply Unit Ethernet Cable Quick Installation Guide |
| Shipping weight | 1.48 kg |
| Package size | 340 × 239 × 91 mm |
Questions about this item
How do I install the Archer C2300 and which step is often missed?
Connect the WAN port to your modem with an Ethernet cable, power on using the 12V/2A supply, then log into the web UI to run the quick setup wizard; the step most people skip is positioning the three detachable antennas vertically for best coverage.
What maintenance or replacement will the Archer C2300 need later?
The router has no user-replaceable parts; keep the vents clear of dust, install firmware updates when released, and replace the external 12V/2A power adapter only if it fails.
What limit appears first on the Archer C2300 during sustained heavy use?
The 1.8 GHz dual-core CPU with two co-processors becomes the bottleneck when many MU-MIMO streams and HomeCare inspections run simultaneously, capping total throughput below the 1625 Mbps 5 GHz link rate.
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