TP-Link Archer AX73 AX5400 Dual-Band Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 Router

Wi-Fi Standards & Speeds:

• Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) for both 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz bands.
  • 5 GHz: Up to 4804 Mbps (802.11ax, HE160)
  • 2.4 GHz: Up to 574 Mbps (802.11ax)

Wi-Fi Range:

• Optimal for 3-bedroom houses, offering wide coverage throughout the home.

Antenna & Coverage Features:

• 6× Fixed High-Performance Antennas: Help to form a signal-boosting array for expanded coverage across large areas.
• Beamforming: Concentrates the wireless signal toward connected devices to increase the range and performance.
• High-Power FEM: Increases transmission power for enhanced signal strength over a larger area.
• 4T4R (4 Transmit, 4 Receive): Multiple streams in the same frequency band improve performance and reliability.

Wi-Fi Capacity & Technologies:

• Dual-Band Wi-Fi: Assigns devices to either the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz band for optimal performance and reduced congestion.
• 4×4 MU-MIMO: Supports simultaneous communication with multiple devices, ensuring better performance even when many devices are connected.
• OFDMA: Optimizes bandwidth and reduces latency by allowing simultaneous communication with multiple Wi-Fi 6 devices.
• Airtime Fairness: Improves overall network efficiency by limiting excessive bandwidth usage by a single device.
• DFS (Dynamic Frequency Selection): Helps reduce congestion by providing access to additional Wi-Fi channels.
• 6 Streams: Offers more bandwidth for devices, allowing them to connect with higher speeds and reliability.

Security Features:

• SPI Firewall, Access Control, IP & MAC Binding, Application Layer Gateway: Provides strong protection against unauthorized access and malicious attacks.
• HomeShield Security: Includes features like:
  • Real-Time IoT Protection
  • Malicious Site Blocker
  • Intrusion Prevention System
  • DDoS Attack Prevention
  • Home Network Scanner
• Wi-Fi Encryption: Supports WPA, WPA2, WPA3, and WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x) for advanced security.
• VPN Support: OpenVPN, PPTP, and L2TP VPN servers and clients are supported, allowing secure remote access.

Hardware:

• Processor: Powered by a 1.5 GHz Triple-Core CPU, providing robust performance for demanding applications and multiple devices.
• Ethernet Ports:
  • 1× Gigabit WAN Port
  • 4× Gigabit LAN Ports
  • Static Link Aggregation (LAG) available using 2× LAN ports for increased throughput.
• USB Support: 1× USB 3.0 port for connecting storage devices (supports NTFS, exFAT, HFS+, FAT32).
• Buttons:
  • Wi-Fi On/Off, Power On/Off, LED On/Off, WPS, Reset.

Power:

• V1 Version: 12 V ⎓ 2.5 A
• V2 Version: 12 V ⎓ 2 A

Software Features:

• OneMesh™ Support: Expands Wi-Fi coverage throughout your home without needing to replace existing devices, creating a mesh network with TP-Link OneMesh™ products.
• Parental Controls:
  • Custom profiles, professional content filters, Family Time, Bedtime, and more.
  • Features such as Time Rewards, Family Online Time Ranking, and Weekly/Monthly Reports.
• Quality of Service (QoS): Prioritize bandwidth for devices and applications, ensuring smooth performance for important tasks.
• Cloud Services: Includes Auto Firmware Upgrade, TP-Link ID, DDNS for easy management.
• NAT Forwarding: Supports Port Forwarding, Port Triggering, DMZ, UPnP, Virtual Server.
• IPTV: Features IGMP Proxy, IGMP Snooping, Bridge, and Tag VLAN for IPTV setups.
• DHCP: Includes Address Reservation, DHCP Client List, and DHCP Server functionality.

Management:

• Tether App and Web Interface for managing and configuring the router.

System Requirements:

• Browsers: Internet Explorer 11+, Firefox 12.0+, Chrome 20.0+, Safari 4.0+.
• Modem: Required for internet access (DSL or cable depending on your ISP).

Certifications:

• FCC, CE, RoHS certified for safety and compliance.

Physical Specifications:

• Dimensions: 10.7 × 5.8 × 1.9 inches (272.5 × 147.2 × 49.2 mm)
• Package Contents:
  • Archer AX73 Wi-Fi Router
  • Power Adapter
  • RJ45 Ethernet Cable
  • Quick Installation Guide

Test Data:

• Wi-Fi Transmission Power:

  • CE:
    • <20dBm (2.4GHz)
    • <23dBm (5.15GHz–5.35GHz)
    • <30dBm (5.47GHz–5.725GHz)
  • FCC:
    • <24dBm (5.25GHz–5.35GHz & 5.47GHz–5.725GHz)
    • <30dBm (2.4GHz & 5.15GHz–5.25GHz & 5.725GHz–5.825GHz)

• Wi-Fi Reception Sensitivity:

  • 2.4GHz: Ranges from -94.5dBm (11ac VHT20 MCS0) to -64.5dBm (11ax HE20 MCS11)
  • 5GHz: Ranges from -97dBm (11ac VHT20 MCS0) to -55dBm (11ax HE160 MCS11)