QUICK FEATURES
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Ultra-Fast Dual-Band Speeds: Experience smooth 4K/HD streaming and intense online gaming with speeds up to 1.9 Gbps (1900 Mbps - 600 on 2.4 Ghz and 1300 on 5 Ghz).
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Boosted Wi-Fi Coverage: Beamforming technology and six external antennas deliver a highly efficient wireless connection.
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3×3 MIMO Technology: Transmitting and receiving data on three streams to pair flawlessly with your 3×3 clients.
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Connect More Devices: Simultaneously communicate more data to more devices without slowing down using MU-MIMO technology.
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Full Gigabit Ports: Create fast, reliable wired connections for your PCs, Smart TVs and gaming console with four LAN and one WAN ports (4x LAN and 1x WAN).
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Parental Controls: Manage limit and monitor internet use with profiles that let you customize WiFi access for every person and device in your home.
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Easy Setup: Set up your router in minutes with the powerful TP-Link Tether App
Maximum WiFi Performance with Three Streams
With 3×3 MIMO, Archer C86 is capable of transmitting and receiving data on three streams. 3×3 capable computers like Macs, pair perfectly with C86 to perform at max with much higher efficiency than 2×2 MIMO routers.
Incredible 802.11ac Wave2 Series WiFi
The affordable Archer C86 delivers high-performance WiFi with total speeds up to 1900 Mbps. Handle simple tasks like sending e-mails or web browsing on the 2.4 GHz band and bandwidth-intensive tasks like online gaming or 4K/8K UHD streaming on the 5 GHz band, all lag-free.
Broader Coverage Throughout Your Home
Access your entertainment from every corner of your home with 6 external high-performance antennas. Beamforming technology detects devices and concentrates wireless signal strength towards them, even if they are far away or low-powered.
Connect More Devices Simultaneously
Archer C86 helps your devices achieve optimal performance by making communication more efficient with MU-MIMO technology. MU-MIMO allows multiple devices to send and receive data simultaneously. Enjoy non-stop entertainment on all your devices.
Advanced Security with WPA3
The latest Wi-Fi security protocol, WPA3, brings new capabilities to improve cybersecurity in personal networks. More secure encryption in Wi-Fi password safety and enhanced protection against brute-force attacks combine to safeguard your home Wi-Fi.
Increased Efficiency in WiFi Distribution
Smart Connect helps your router automatically switch each device's connection to the best available WiFi band while Airtime Fairness prevents older devices from slowing down your network. With both, everyone can enjoy a smoother, buffer-free WiFi experience.
Full Gigabit Ports
Gigabit Ethernet ports (1 WAN+ 4 LAN) deliver maximum wired speeds. Plug in your PCs, smart TVs, and game consoles for fast and reliable connections.
Parental Controls
Block inappropriate content and set daily limits for how much time your children spend online with Parental Controls.
Guest Network
Guest Network creates a separate WiFi for guests, ensuring your privacy is secure.
Easy Setup at Your Fingertips
Set up Archer C86 in minutes via its intuitive web interface or the powerful Tether app. Tether also lets you manage its network settings from any Android or iOS device.
SPECS
WIRELESS
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Standards for Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11ac/n/a 5 GHz, IEEE 802.11n/b/g 2.4 GHz
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WiFi Speeds AC1900: 5 GHz: 300 Mbps (802.11ac), 2.4 GHz: 600 Mbps (802.11n)
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WiFi Range: Ideal for 3 bedroom houses with 6× fixed high-performance antennas that form a signal-boosting array to cover more directions and large areas
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Beamforming: Concentrates wireless signal strength towards clients to expand WiFi range
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WiFi Capacity: Dual-Band, 3×3 MU-MIMO, Airtime Fairness(Improves network efficiency by limiting excessive occupation)
HARDWARE
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Processor: 1.2 GHz CPU
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Ethernet Ports: 1× Gigabit WAN Port, 4× Gigabit LAN Ports
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Buttons: WPS/Wi-Fi Button, Power On/Off Button, Reset Button
SECURITY
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Network Security: SPI Firewall, Access Control, IP & MAC Binding, Application Layer Gateway
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Guest Network: 1× 5 GHz Guest Network, 1× 2.4 GHz Guest Network
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WiFi Encryption: WPA, WPA2, WPA3, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x)
SOFTWARE
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Protocols: IPv4, IPv6
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OneMesh™: OneMesh™ Supported
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Parental Controls: URL Filtering, Time Controls
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WAN Types: Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP
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Quality of Service: QoS by Device
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Cloud Service: OTA Firmware Upgrade, TP-Link ID, DDNS
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NAT Forwarding: Port Forwarding, Port Triggering, DMZ, UPnP
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IPTV: IGMP Proxy, IGMP Snooping, Bridge, Tag VLAN
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DHCP: Address Reservation, DHCP Client List, Server
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Management: Tether App, Webpage
PHYSICAL
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Dimensions (W×D×H): 229.9 × 144.2 × 37.2 mm
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Package Contents: Wi-Fi Router Archer C86, Power Adapter, RJ45 Ethernet Cable, Quick Installation Guide
OTHER
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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)
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Certifications: FCC, RoHS
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Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32℉ ~104℉)
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Operating Humidity: 10%~90% non-condensing