TP-Link Archer C6 Wireless MU-MIMO Gigabit Router, AC1200

Interfaces: 1 × 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit WAN Port, 4 × 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit LAN Ports

Buttons: Reset Button, Power On/Off Button, WPS/Wi-Fi On/Off Button

Antennas: 4 fixed external high-performance antennas + 1 internal antenna for optimal signal distribution and coverage

Power Supply: 12V/1A external power adapter

Power Consumption: Efficient design for standard home use; exact figures not specified

Dimensions: 9.1 × 5.7 × 1.4 inches (230 × 144 × 35 mm)

Mounting: Desktop placement; compact and lightweight for easy setup on a shelf or table

Additional Features: Powerful chipset for boosted 2.4 GHz performance (up to 40% faster than comparable AC1200 routers); supports gigabit wired connections up to 10× faster than standard Ethernet

Wireless Features

Standards: IEEE 802.11ac/n/a (5 GHz), IEEE 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz)

Frequency Bands: 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz (dual-band concurrent operation)

Signal Rates:

5 GHz: Up to 867 Mbps (802.11ac)

2.4 GHz: Up to 300 Mbps (802.11n)

Transmit Power: < 30 dBm (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) for regulatory compliance

Wireless Modes: Router mode (default), Access Point mode for integrating with existing wired networks

Wireless Functions:

MU-MIMO for simultaneous data transmission to multiple devices (e.g., desktops, 4K TVs, computers, NAS), doubling throughput and reducing wait times

Beamforming to focus signals toward connected devices for better range and reliability

OneMesh support for seamless whole-home coverage when paired with compatible extenders (single SSID, smart roaming)

Guest network isolation, adjustable transmit power, automatic channel selection, and Wi-Fi scheduling

IPTV optimization via IGMP Proxy/Snooping, Bridge, and Tag VLAN

WPS for quick device pairing; supports up to 3× faster data rates than 802.11n

Security Features

Encryption: WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK/WPA3-PSK for enhanced protection against brute-force attacks and improved password security

Authentication: WPA3 protocol for advanced cybersecurity; supports OpenVPN and PPTP for secure VPN access

Additional Protections:

Guest network for separate visitor access without compromising the main network

Access control with whitelist/blacklist for device management

Parental controls to schedule and restrict internet access for connected devices

Firewalls and wireless encryption; MAC address filtering

Active defense mechanisms including multi-SSID support for segmented networks

Management and Monitoring

Setup and Access: Intuitive web UI (http://tplinkwifi.net) for quick installation; Tether app (Android/iOS) for mobile management of settings, devices, and parental controls

Advanced Controls: Unified management for OneMesh networks; reboot scheduling, firmware updates, and traffic statistics

Modes Flexibility:

Router Mode: Full-featured gateway for internet sharing with NAT, DHCP server, and QoS for prioritizing traffic

Access Point Mode: Transforms the device into a wireless extender for wired networks, ideal for adding Wi-Fi to Ethernet setups

OneMesh Integration: Creates a mesh system with compatible TP-Link extenders for dead-zone elimination and roaming without reconnection

Monitoring: Real-time client list, bandwidth usage tracking, and easy diagnostics via app or web interface; supports IPv4/IPv6

Environmental and Certifications

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

Certifications: FCC, CE, RoHS; complies with wireless regulations for safe operation