TP-LINK Archer C6 AC1200 Wireless MU-MIMO Gigabit Router

The TP-Link AC1200 Wireless MU-MIMO Gigabit Router, specifically the Archer C6 model, offers a blend of high-speed performance and advanced features suitable for modern home and small office networks. Below are its detailed specifications:​

Wireless Features:

• Standards and Protocols:

  • Wi-Fi 5 compliant.

  • Supports IEEE 802.11ac/n/a on the 5 GHz band.​

  • Supports IEEE 802.11n/b/g on the 2.4 GHz band.​

• Wi-Fi Speeds:

  • 5 GHz: Up to 867 Mbps (802.11ac).​

  • 2.4 GHz: Up to 400 Mbps (802.11n).

• Wi-Fi Range:

  • Designed to cover medium-sized homes (e.g., 3-bedroom houses).​

  • Equipped with four fixed high-performance external antennas and one internal antenna to enhance signal strength and coverage.

  • Beamforming technology focuses wireless signals towards connected devices to improve stability and range.​

• Wi-Fi Capacity:

  • Dual-band functionality allows for optimal device allocation between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.​

  • MU-MIMO technology enables simultaneous communication with multiple devices, reducing latency and improving network efficiency.​

  • Airtime Fairness enhances overall network performance by preventing older devices from slowing down the network.​

• Operating Modes:

  • Supports both Router Mode and Access Point Mode, providing flexibility in deployment.​

Hardware Features:

• Processor:

  • Powered by a 1.2 GHz CPU to ensure smooth and responsive performance.​

• Ethernet Ports:

  • One Gigabit WAN port.​

  • Four Gigabit LAN ports, offering high-speed wired connections up to 10 times faster than standard Ethernet.​

• Buttons:

  • WPS/Wi-Fi button for quick and secure wireless connections.

  • Power On/Off button.​

  • Reset button to restore factory settings when needed.​

• Power Supply:

  • Operates on a 12 V ⎓ 1 A external power supply.

Security Features:

• Wi-Fi Encryption:

  • Supports WPA, WPA2, and WPA3 protocols, ensuring robust security for wireless connections.​

  • Offers WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x) for enterprise-level authentication.

• Network Security:

  • SPI Firewall to protect against network threats.

  • Access Control features, including IP & MAC Binding and Application Layer Gateway, to manage and restrict network access.​

• Guest Network:

  • Provides separate access for guests on both 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz bands, enhancing security for the main network.​

• VPN Server:

  • Supports OpenVPN and PPTP protocols, allowing for secure remote access to the network.​

Software Features:

• Protocols:

  • Compatible with both IPv4 and IPv6, ensuring future-proof network compatibility.​

• OneMesh™ Support:

  • Integrates with TP-Link OneMesh products to create a seamless whole-home mesh network, eliminating Wi-Fi dead zones.

• Parental Controls:

  • Enables URL filtering and time controls to manage internet access for children or staff.​

• Quality of Service (QoS):

  • Allows for device prioritization to ensure optimal performance for high-demand applications.​

• Cloud Services:

  • Supports OTA firmware upgrades, TP-Link ID, and Dynamic DNS (DDNS) services.

• NAT Forwarding:

  • Features include Port Forwarding, Port Triggering, DMZ, and UPnP, facilitating various networking applications.​

• IPTV Support:

  • Supports IGMP Proxy, IGMP Snooping, Bridge, and Tag VLAN for optimized IPTV streaming.​

• DHCP Services:

  • Offers Address Reservation, DHCP Client List, and Server functionalities.​

• Management:

  • Manageable via the TP-Link Tether app and web interface, providing user-friendly control over network settings.​

Physical Specifications:

• Dimensions:

  • Measures 8.5 × 4.6 × 1.2 inches (215 × 117 × 32 mm).

• Package Contents:

  • Includes the Archer C6 router, power adapter, RJ45 Ethernet cable, and a quick installation guide.​

Environmental Specifications:

• Operating Temperature:

  • 0℃ to 40℃ (32℉ to 104℉).​

• Storage Temperature:

  • -40℃ to 70℃ (-40℉ to 158℉).

• Operating Humidity:

  • 10% to 90% non-condensing.​

• Storage Humidity:

  • 5% to 90% non-condensing.​

These comprehensive specifications highlight the TP-Link Archer C6’s capability to deliver high-speed, reliable, and secure networking solutions suitable for various applications.