TP-Link AC1900 Wi-Fi Router

Speeds up to 1900 Mbps

The 1300 Mbps speed on the 5 GHz band and 600 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band are ideal for both everyday tasks and lag-free online entertainment.

Band Speeds:

• 2.4 GHz: 600 Mbps
• 5 GHz: 1300 Mbps

Smart Connect

Smart Connect unites the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands into a single Wi-Fi SSID, helping the router automatically switch each device's connection to the best available Wi-Fi band.

Network Configuration:

• SSID 1: 2.4 GHz
• SSID 2: 5 GHz

The Archer A8 intelligently manages device connections across these bands.

Vast Wi-Fi Coverage

Three external omni-directional antennas create strong, clear, dependable Wi-Fi throughout your home. Beamforming technology detects the location of your connected devices and concentrates the Archer A8's signal towards them to optimize wireless connections.

Coverage Comparison:

• Archer A8: Signals are concentrated towards connected devices for optimized coverage.
• Regular Router: Signals are broadcast more broadly, potentially leading to less focused coverage.

MU-MIMO Technology

MU-MIMO technology serves multiple devices at once, reducing wait time, increasing Wi-Fi throughput for every device, and making each stream more efficient.

Data Stream Comparison:

• Traditional Router: Sends data to devices sequentially.
• MU-MIMO Router: Sends data to multiple devices simultaneously, improving efficiency.

Airtime Fairness

Equally divides network time between new devices, such as gaming rigs, and older devices to improve overall Wi-Fi performance and reliability.

Time Distribution Comparison:

• Normal Operation: Slower clients can take up more network time, impacting overall performance.
• Airtime Fairness: Time is fairly distributed among all connected clients, enhancing performance and reliability.

Easy Setup and Use

Installation is simple, thanks to an intuitive web interface and the powerful TP-Link app, Tether. Tether lets you manage your network settings with your smartphone.

Download the TP-Link Tether app from the App Store or Google Play.

Speed

• 802.11ac Technology: Powered by 802.11ac Wi-Fi technology, the Archer A8 creates a reliable, blazing-fast network.
• Ultimate Wireless Speed: 1300 Mbps on 5 GHz + 600 Mbps on 2.4 GHz.
• Gigabit Internet Access: Provides full advantage of broadband speeds up to 1 Gbps.

Wi-Fi Range

• Ultimate Range Wi-Fi: Three external antennas deliver a Wi-Fi signal to every corner of your home, making all connections more efficient and stable.
• Beamforming Technology: Concentrates Wi-Fi signals towards individual devices to ensure stronger connections.

Reliability

• Airtime Fairness: Balances airtime usage of connected devices to improve overall throughput and efficiency.
• Smart Connect: Intelligently assigns each device to the ideal Wi-Fi band.

Easy Management

• Intuitive Web UI: Ensures quick and simple installation without hassle.
• Hassle-free Management with Tether App: Network management is made easy with the TP-Link Tether App, available on Android and iOS devices.
• TP-Link ID: Binds the router to your TP-Link ID and other family members' accounts for management.

Security

• Encryptions for Secure Network: WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK encryptions provide active protection against security threats.
• Guest Network: Keeps your main network secure by creating a separate network for friends and visitors.
• Parental Controls: Manage when and how connected devices can access the internet.

Ease of Use

• Wi-Fi Sharing: Easily share your Wi-Fi access with a QR code.
• Wi-Fi Schedule: The wireless network can be automatically turned off within a specified period when not needed.
• LED Control: Automatically turns your router's LEDs off within a specified period.

Hardware

• Ethernet Ports: 1 × 10/100/1000 Mbps WAN Port, 4 × 10/100/1000 Mbps LAN Ports
• Buttons: WPS/Wi-Fi Button, Power On/Off Button, Reset Button
• Antennas: 3 Fixed Omni Directional Antennas
• External Power Supply: US version 12V/1.5A, EU version 12V/1A
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 9.6 × 6.4 × 1.3 in (243 × 160.6 × 32.5 mm)

Port Layout:

• Power On/Off Button (?)
• Reset Button (?)
• WPS/Wi-Fi Button (?)
• Internet Port (WAN) (?)
• Gigabit LAN Ports (4x) - Help wired devices reach their best performance (?)

Wireless

• Wireless Speed: 1300 Mbps on 5 GHz + 600 Mbps on 2.4 GHz
• Frequency: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
• Transmit Power: CE: <20dBm(2.4 GHz), <23dBm(5.15 GHz~5.25 GHz); FCC:<30dBm(2.4 GHz & 5 GHz)
• Reception Sensitivity:
  • 5 GHz: 11a 6Mbps:-98dBm, 11a 54Mbps:-78dBm; 11ac VHT20_MCS0:-98dBm, 11ac VHT20_MCS8:-72dBm; 11ac VHT40_MCS0:-92dBm, 11ac VHT40_MCS9:-68dBm; 11ac VHT80_MCS0:-89dBm, 11ac VHT80_MCS9:-64dBm
  • 2.4 GHz: 11g 6Mbps:-97dBm, 11a 54Mbps:-77dBm; 11n VHT20_MCS0:-97dBm, 11n VHT20_MCS8:-72dBm; 11n VHT40_MCS0:-92dBm, 11n VHT40_MCS9:-67dBm
• Wireless Function: Enable/Disable Wireless Radio, WMM
• Wireless Security: 64/128-bit WEP, WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK encryptions

Software

• Quality of Service: Device Prioritization
• WAN Type: Dynamic IP/Static IP/PPPoE(Dual Access)/PPTP(Dual Access)/L2TP(Dual Access)
• Management: Access Control, Local Management, Remote Management
• DHCP: Server, DHCP Client List, Address Reservation
• Port Forwarding: Port Forwarding, Port Triggering, UPnP, DMZ
• Dynamic DNS: DynDns, NO-IP, TP-Link
• Access Control: Parental Controls, Local Management Control, White List, Black List
• Firewall Security: SPI Firewall, IP and MAC Address Binding
• Protocols: IPv4, IPv6
• Guest Network: 2.4 GHz Guest Network, 5 GHz Guest Network

Others

• Certification: CE, FCC, RoHS
• System Requirements:
  • Microsoft Windows 98SE/NT/2000/XP/Vista™/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)
• Environment:
  • Operating Temperature: 0°C~40°C (32°F ~104°F)
  • Storage Temperature: -40°C~70°C (-40°F ~158°F)
  • Operating Humidity: 10%~90% non-condensing
  • Storage Humidity: 5%~90% non-condensing
• Package Contents: Wireless Router Archer A8, Power Adapter, RJ45 Ethernet Cable, Quick Installation Guide