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TP-Link AC1200 Gigabit WiFi Router (Archer A6) - 5GHz Dual Band Mu-MIMO Wireless Internet Router, Supports Guest WiFi and AP mode, Long Range Coverage
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Brand | TP-Link |
Model Name | Archer A6 |
Special Feature | Access Point Mode, WPS |
Frequency Band Class | Dual-Band |
Wireless Communication Standard | 802.11n, 802.11b, 802.11a, 802.11ac, 802.11g |
Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
Frequency | 5 GHz |
Recommended Uses For Product | Home |
Included Components | Network Cable, QIG, Power Supply |
Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi Built In, Ethernet |
About this item
- Dual band router upgrades to 1200 Mbps high speed internet (300mbps for 2.4GHz ; 900Mbps for 5GHz), reducing buffering and ideal for 4K stream
- Gigabit Router with 4 Gigabit LAN ports, ideal for any internet plan and allow you to directly connect your wired devices
- MU-MIMO technology (5GHz band) allows high speeds for multiple devices simultaneously
- AP mode, can be switched to access point mode to share your internet wirelessly
- Supports guest WiFi and parental control, an ideal wireless router for home
- TP-Link tether app - easily set up and manage your home network at home or remotely
- Connectivity Technology: Ethernet
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Maximum wireless transmission rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Range and coverage specifications along with the number of connected devices were defined according to test results under normal usage conditions. Actual wireless transmission rate, wireless coverage, and number of connected devices are not guaranteed, and will vary as a result of 1) environmental factors, including building materials, physical objects and obstacles, 2) network conditions, including local interference, volume and density of traffic, product location, network complexity, and network overhead and 3) client limitations, including rated performance, location, connection quality, and client condition. MU-MIMO capability requires both the router and client devices to support MU-MIMO. As compared to warranty duration and tech support services that other leading networking and consumer electronics companies provide.
From the brand
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Founded in 1996, TP-Link is a global provider of reliable networking devices and accessories, involved in all aspects of everyday life.
With a proven heritage of stability, performance, and value, TP-Link has curated a portfolio of products that meet the networking needs of all individuals.
Now, as the connected lifestyle continues to evolve, the company is expanding today to exceed the demands of tomorrow.
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Smooth Entertainment with AC1200 Dual-Band WiFi
The Archer A6 creates a reliable and blazing-fast network powered by 802.11ac WiFi technology. The 2.4 GHz band delivers speeds up to 300 Mbps giving you faster email and web browsing, while the 5 GHz band delivers speeds up to 867 Mbps for lag-free online gaming and HD video streaming.
Coverage throughout Your Home
Four external antennas, one internal antenna, and a powerful chipset work together to send WiFi to every corner of your home. Stay connected and enjoy fast WiFi whether you’re lounging on the sofa or relaxing on the balcony.
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MU-MIMO. More Users. More Devices
MU-MIMO enables the Archer A6 to serve multiple devices simultaneously. Say goodbye to bandwidth congestion and lag as you experience a more efficient network built for more users and more devices.
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Parental Controls
Ensure a safe browsing experience for your kids. Block inappropriate items on your network, prevent devices from accessing the internet and restrict network time.
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Guest Network
Easily create a separate guest network to share WiFi access to all your guests without compromising on security.
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Advanced Encryption
Browse safely knowing that your high-speed WiFi is protected from hackers and malware via advanced WPA2 encryption.
Eliminate Dead Zones
The Archer A6 eliminates WiFi dead zones to provide you consistent and stable WiFi throughout your home.
Access Point Mode
Switch the working mode of the Archer A6 to Access Point Mode to share your wired network with other wireless devices.
Gigabit Wired Connection
Connect an Ethernet cable from the router’s Gigabit Ethernet port to your favorite gaming consoles, smart TV’s and more for reliable high-speed connections.
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.
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User interface | 4.3 | 4.1 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.2 |
WiFi signal | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.2 |
Tech Support | 3.9 | 3.8 | 3.9 | 3.9 | 4.0 | 3.9 |
Easy to install | 4.5 | 4.5 | — | — | 4.6 | 4.3 |
Value for money | — | 4.6 | — | 4.3 | 4.3 | — |
Sold By | Provantage LLC | Amazon.com | Quality Photo | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
connectivity tech | Wi-Fi Built In, Ethernet | Wi-Fi, Ethernet | Wi-Fi, Ethernet | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB | Wi-Fi, Ethernet |
number of ports | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
data transfer rate | 1200 megabits per second | 1167 megabits per second | 1900 megabits per second | 2976 megabits per second | 1 gigabits per second | 1167 megabits per second |
wireless standard | 802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 B, 802 11 G, 802 11 A | 802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 B, 802 11 G, 802 11 A | 802 11 AC, 802 11 B, 802 11 G, 802 11 N, 802 11 A | 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 | 802 11 AC, 802 11 N, 802 11 G, 802 11 B, 802 11 A |
frequency band class | dual band | dual band | dual band | dual band | dual band | dual band |
lan port bandwidth | 10/100/1000 Mbps | 10/100/1000 Mbps | — | 10/100/1000 Mbps | 10/100/1000 Mbps | 10/100 Mbps |
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Product Description
AC1200 wireless router, Gigabit, dual Band, beamforming, MU-MIMO.
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Technical Details
Brand | TP-Link |
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Series | Archer A6 |
Item model number | Archer A6 |
Item Weight | 0.634 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 9.05 x 5.68 x 1.45 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 9.05 x 5.68 x 1.45 inches |
Color | Black |
Voltage | 120240 Volts |
Manufacturer | TP-Link |
ASIN | B07N1L5HX1 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | December 27, 2018 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #7,207 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories) #328 in Computer Routers |
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Customers like the quality, ease of setup, and value of the networking router. For example, they mention it works well, the quick setup guide was easy to follow, and the interface is simple. Some appreciate the ease of use, and features. That said, opinions are mixed on connectivity, speed, and tech support.
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Customers like the quality of the networking router. They mention that it has performed well, provides 270 down speed on 5G WiFi, and has good QoS. Some say that the performance is ok, not mind blowing, and that it works well for the price.
"...It is still working perfectly for us and we have zero complaints. I highly recommend it!..." Read more
"...TL;DR Works well for ethernet and Wi-Fi, as long as you expect to figure out device IPs and use those instead of computer names...." Read more
"Stock router and stock firmware works very well for the price - wireless speeds are fast, ethernet ports are Gigabit...." Read more
"...The only downside so far is that this router doesn't play well with my GE wifi enabled oven...." Read more
Customers find the setup of the networking router to be easy. They mention that the quick setup guide was easy to follow and understand, the interface is simple, and the setup wizard gets them on the internet in less than 5 minutes. Customers also appreciate the simple VPN setup choices.
"...me all of 20 mins from unboxing to the whole house having Wi-Fi, it was VERY easy. I love that it has it's own app, a very convenient feature...." Read more
"...Antennas were already attached. The quick setup guide was so easy to follow/understand I set it up under a minute...." Read more
"...The user interface appears well-designed and user-friendly, on par with most hardware device web portals, with very few glitches...." Read more
"...Installation was fairly easy, if you're geek-ish and know how to use a command line...." Read more
Customers like the value of the networking router. They say it's a solid router for the price, provides a lot of performance for little money, and is well worth the cost.
"...With the price point, the ease of access and set up, and the" Read more
"...home router, the onboard firmware offers high-end features for a reasonable price...." Read more
"...Overall, I am satisfied with the product, performance and the price we paid...." Read more
"...them based on their network capabilites, their reliability, and cost-effectiveness." Read more
Customers find the router easy to use. They mention the interface is user friendly, the instructions are easy to follow, and the system is convenient. Some say that the interface for changing settings is dead simple for beginners. Overall, most are satisfied with the ease of use and functionality of the router.
"...was super easy to navigate as well and I found that it's user interface was clear and clean...." Read more
"...Setup is very easy, the interface is really dumbed-down compared to what I'm used to with DD-WRT and there's a decent amount of setting that can be..." Read more
"...It wouldn't let me log in with the default password. It wouldn't let me log in with the password I set up...." Read more
"...QoS which works well too, and the interface in this router is very easy to navigate and use...." Read more
Customers like the features of the router. For example, they say it's packed with awesome features, simple, and easy to setup. The interface has a lot of options to tweak to customize your internet, and there are plenty of options for the more advanced user. The router has nice features such as a guest network and QOS capabilities. The onboard firmware offers high-end features for a reasonable price, and does everything they need and more.
"...I love that it has it's own app, a very convenient feature. We live in a 2000sq. ft.,..." Read more
"...For a home router, the onboard firmware offers high-end features for a reasonable price...." Read more
"...Standard set of features...." Read more
"...Additionally, the web interface is a massive improvement from the archaic one on my previous TP Link router." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the router. Some mention that the wifi coverage is good, not mind blowing, and they instantly saw improvements in their signal. They say that the wireless 5GHz performance is stellar. However, others say that they started having issues with the WiFi signal dropping out at least every day, sometimes multiple times.
"...We've had zero buffering while streaming & using our phones, everything has been working very quickly...." Read more
"...I know this is long so I apologize but I instantly saw improvements in our signal...." Read more
"...We started having issues with the WiFi signal dropping out at least every day, sometimes multiple times a day...." Read more
"...router and stock firmware works very well for the price - wireless speeds are fast, ethernet ports are Gigabit...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the speed of the networking router. Some mention that it has great speed, while others say that it lacks in the 2.4GHz speed. Some say that the router is delivered amazingly fast, while other say that they have issues with the router and its speed.
"...zero buffering while streaming & using our phones, everything has been working very quickly...." Read more
"...If I manage to get a 5GHz connection the download speeds are fantastic but the 2.4Ghz tops out at 50mbps...." Read more
"...routers I have used have higher speeds ~500 down but have consistent latency spikes" Read more
"...It will give you wifi if you need it, and it should be fast...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the tech support of the networking router. Some customers find the support great and helpful, while others say that it's horrible and doesn't help much. The support materials are available online, and the mobile app is easy enough for their spouse to use. However, some customers also mention that the support is on-line only, and there is no technical support number to call.
"...The software interface is basic compared to more robust routers, but for 95% of home users it's all and maybe even more control than you'll ever..." Read more
"...The tech support is dismal...." Read more
"...I call or contact Tplink I experience, courtesy, patience and knowledgeable service! I highly recommend to anyone. Keep up the great work...." Read more
"...Only basic features are supported from the Android App (didn't try the Apple version). The web interface felt a little clunky...." Read more
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We moved to the middle of nowhere about 7 years ago and it never occurred to us to check who provided TV/internet/phone at the new house before buying. We found out after buying the house that the only providers were satellite companies. We realized very quickly that first year that satellite sucks, the internet specifically. We got locked into a $75 a month plan with HughesNet for a year and never once were able to actually use the internet that whole year. It was really frustrating. We simply did not have home internet for the past 6 years due to a lack of a decent provider. This past week Spectrum finally moved their service to our road. We immediately signed up. I knew I wasn't paying them $5 a month to rent a router from them but I also wasn't sure at all how to pick out a router myself. I've always been pretty tech savvy but when you lose access(and a need) to those things you stop keeping up with them, I was seriously behind on all the new updates that have been made over the last several years. I knew I didn't want to spend more than $50 on a router and after doing some research I finally decided on this TP-Link AC1200 and basically just hoped for the best. Some of the reviews weren't great so I was nervous. It arrived a day after our internet was installed so I set it up by myself. It took me all of 20 mins from unboxing to the whole house having Wi-Fi, it was VERY easy. I love that it has it's own app, a very convenient feature. We live in a 2000sq. ft., one floor, manufactured home. These homes have pretty thin walls so the signal reaches from one end to the other very easily. We are also extremely heavy on our data usage in this family and while it's only been a couple of days now it has had zero trouble keeping up with us. We've had zero buffering while streaming & using our phones, everything has been working very quickly. We have several smart TVs, cell phones, a laptop, a printer & a PS4 connected to it at the moment. The technician from Spectrum who installed our internet also said this was a good option for our 200mbps plan. I hope this helps someone make up their mind on whether this router will be a good choice for them. I will update the review if anything changes but as of now this seems to have been a pretty solid purchase and I'm happy with it.
So to give a bit of some back story, my family was previously using a Linksys e1500 router. It was the same one we've been using for ten years. We had just switched off of DirecTV for Hulu's cable package and were noticing that our stream was constantly buffering and that on the other end of our home we were losing signal on our phones/ipads/etc.
I did a bit of shopping and found this router on sale for $50. I was willing to take the chance on it to see if it would improve our signal at all, after all, amazon does offer a money back guarentee as well as TP-Link offers a 2 year warranty which is why I included the 5 stars for tech support (although I haven't had to contact them yet so perhaps take that with a grain of salt.)
Right out of the box it seemed straight forward. Antennas were already attached. The quick setup guide was so easy to follow/understand I set it up under a minute. I downloaded the app, connected to the WiFi with the password underneath the router and was instantly prompted with info to set up my network with a password, if I wanted 2.4GHz AND 5.0GHz, and what to call said networks. The app was super easy to navigate as well and I found that it's user interface was clear and clean.
To be 100% honest, the hardest part of the whole thing was getting the plastic off of the anntennas :p
I know this is long so I apologize but I instantly saw improvements in our signal. Throughout our whole house I had full bars of WiFi on my iPhone 11. Our Smart TV connected to the 5 GHz and our Hulu is streaming TV in highest quality without even buffering for a minute. I'm so pleased with this product and if anything happens I will be sure to update this review!
I will be recommending this product to my brother when he moves out next month. With the price point, the ease of access and set up, and the
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So, after searching and comparing many different brands, I chose this router because it was cost-friendly and seemed to have potential. I bought it and it arrived within the week (I think it was just a few days, if I recall correctly. Fast shipping!) So, I hooked it all up to my modem and my PC and followed the setup instructions, which were quite easy to follow. I don't have a disc reader on my PC, so I just went onto their website and found the correct installer easily. (Looked under Support and Download Center, type in your model # and there it is)
After everything was all set up, I noticed the speeds or downloads increased drastically! I tested it by downloading a game update to my xbox which were previously at average speeds of 600Kbps, and were now at average speeds of 20Mbps with occasional random boosts up to 130+Mbps. Which was the most shocking part. We never get speeds like that around these rural parts, so that is considered pretty good around here! (I can only imagine how fast it would be with a hardwired/fiber optics connection.) Videos now load quite quickly with no buffer time and browsing the web runs so much more smoothly with no wait time. Truthfully, there is still a tiny bit of lag when gaming online, about a half second; However, I blame that on the satellite internet. Luckily, it's nothing like it was before the router. In addition to the increased speeds, I find we can now have many devices connected at once with little to no disruption to the bandwidth. Albeit, we only have 1 Xbox and 1 PC hardwired, and 1 Xbox and 3 cellphones connected via Wi-Fi at any given time. I could not believe the difference this one router did to our satellite internet. I am extremely satisfied with my purchase and would definitely recommend it.
Reviewed in India on September 27, 2021
100% satisfied!