TP-Link Archer A8 AC1900 Wireless MU-MIMO WiFi Router
Archer A8
A8 AC1900 Wireless MU-MIMO WiFi Router
SKU
174718
MPN:
Archer A8
- AC1900 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Router
- Full Gigabit Ports
- 3×3 MIMO for Superior Coverage
- Easy Setup
Overview
Archer A8 delivers high-performance and affordable home 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.
With 3×3 MIMO, Archer A8 is capable of transmitting and receiving data on three streams. 3×3 capable computers— like Macs—pair perfectly with A8 to perform at max with much higher efficiency than 2×2 MIMO routers.
Features
- 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).
- More Reliable Coverage: Achieve the strongest, most reliable WiFi coverage with Archer A8 as it focuses signal strength to your devices using Beamforming technology and 4 antennas.
- Connect More Devices: Simultaneously communicate more data to more devices without slowing down using MU-MIMO technology.‡
- Advanced WiFi Features: Smart Connect and Airtime Fairness ensure your devices are on the best available WiFi band while ensuring old devices don't slow you down.
- Full Gigabit Ports: Create fast, reliable wired connections for your PCs, Smart TVs and gaming console with 4 x LAN and 1 X WAN.
- Parental Controls: Block inappropriate content and set daily limits for how much time your children spend online with Parental Controls
- Easy Setup: Set up your router in minutes with the powerful TP-Link Tether App
Specifications
| Model | Archer A8 | ||||
| Product Type | AC1900 Wi-Fi Router | ||||
| Wireless Speed | 1300 Mbps on 5 GHz + 600 Mbps on 2.4 GHz | ||||
| Hardware | |||||
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| Ethernet Ports | 1× 10/100/1000 Mbps WAN Port 4× 10/100/1000 Mbps LAN Ports |
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| Buttons | WPS/Wi-Fi Button Power On/Off Button Reset Button |
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| Antennas | 3 Fixed Omni-Directional Antennas | ||||
| External Power Supply | US Version: 12 V / 1.5 A EU Version: 12 V / 1 A |
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| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 9.6" × 6.4" × 1.3" (243 × 160.6 × 32.5 mm) | ||||
| Wireless | |||||
| Wireless | 1300 Mbps on 5 GHz + 600 Mbps on 2.4 GHz | ||||
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz | ||||
| Transmit Power - CE | <20 dBm (2.4 GHz) <23 dBm (5.15 GHz–5.25 GHz) |
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| Transmit Power - FCC | <30 dBm (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz) | ||||
| Wireless Function | Enable/Disable Wireless Radio WMM |
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| Wireless Security | 64/128-bit WEP WPA/WPA2 WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Encryptions |
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| Reception Sensitivity - 5 GHz | |||||
| 802.11a 6 Mbps | -98 dBm | ||||
| 802.11a 54 Mbps | -78 dBm | ||||
| 802.11ac VHT20 MCS0 | -98 dBm | ||||
| 802.11ac VHT20 MCS8 | -72 dBm | ||||
| 802.11ac VHT40 MCS0 | -92 dBm | ||||
| 802.11ac VHT40 MCS9 | -68 dBm | ||||
| 802.11ac VHT80 MCS0 | -89 dBm | ||||
| 802.11ac VHT80 MCS9 | -64 dBm | ||||
| Reception Sensitivity - 2.4 GHz | |||||
| 802.11g 6 Mbps | -97 dBm | ||||
| 802.11a 54 Mbps | -77 dBm | ||||
| 802.11n VHT20 MCS0 | -97 dBm | ||||
| 802.11n VHT20 MCS8 | -72 dBm | ||||
| 802.11n VHT40 MCS0 | -92 dBm | ||||
| 802.11n VHT40 MCS9 | -67 dBm | ||||
| Wireless Features | |||||
| 802.11ac Technology | Supported | ||||
| MU-MIMO | Supported | ||||
| Beamforming | Supported | ||||
| Smart Connect | Intelligently assigns each device to the ideal Wi-Fi band | ||||
| Airtime Fairness | Balances airtime usage of connected devices to improve overall throughput and efficiency | ||||
| Guest Network | 2.4 GHz Guest Network 5 GHz Guest Network |
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| Wi-Fi Sharing | Wi-Fi access can be shared with a QR code | ||||
| Wi-Fi Schedule | Wireless network can be automatically turned off during specified periods | ||||
| LED Control | Router LEDs can be automatically turned off during specified periods | ||||
| Software | |||||
| Quality of Service | Device Prioritization | ||||
| WAN Type | Dynamic IP Static IP PPPoE (Dual Access) PPTP (Dual Access) L2TP (Dual Access) |
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| Management | Access Control Local Management Remote Management |
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| DHCP | Server DHCP Client List Address Reservation |
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| Port Forwarding | Port Forwarding Port Triggering UPnP DMZ |
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| Dynamic DNS | DynDns NO-IP TP-Link |
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| Access Control | Parental Controls Local Management Control White List Black List |
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| Firewall Security | SPI Firewall IP and MAC Address Binding |
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| Protocols | IPv4, IPv6 | ||||
| Management & Ease of Use | |||||
| Setup | Web Interface TP-Link Tether App |
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| TP-Link ID | Supports binding the router to a TP-Link ID and family member accounts for router management | ||||
| Parental Controls | Supported | ||||
| System Requirements | |||||
| Operating Systems | Microsoft Windows 98SE/NT/2000/XP/Vista™/7/8/8.1/10 Mac OS NetWare UNIX Linux |
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| Web Browser | Internet Explorer 11 Firefox 12.0 Chrome 20.0 Safari 4.0 or other Java-enabled browser |
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| Internet Connection | Cable or DSL Modem Subscription with an internet service provider |
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| Environment | |||||
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) | ||||
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) | ||||
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing | ||||
| Storage Humidity | 5% to 90% non-condensing | ||||
| Certification | |||||
| Certifications | CE, FCC, RoHS | ||||
| Package Contents | |||||
| Included | Wireless Router Archer A8 Power Adapter RJ45 Ethernet Cable Quick Installation Guide |
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| Notes | |||||
| Wireless Performance | Maximum wireless signal rates are physical rates derived from IEEE 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless throughput and coverage vary with network conditions, client limitations, building materials, obstacles, traffic volume and density, and client location. | ||||
| MU-MIMO | Use of MU-MIMO requires clients that also support MU-MIMO. | ||||
| EU Use | This device may only be used indoors in all EU member states and EFTA countries. | ||||
Support
Manuals & Technical Documents
SpecificationTP-Link-Archer A8-Spec Sheet.pdf