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TP-Link Archer A8 wireless router Gigabit Ethernet Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) Black

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  • Brand: TP-LINK
  • Model: Archer A8
  • Weight: 0.87 kg
  • Dimensions: 8 × 33 × 24 cm
  • EAN: 6935364089641
  • Product code: 375873
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Key features

  • 802.11ac Wave2 Wi-Fi – 1300 Mbps on the 5 GHz band and 600 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band
  • 3×3 MIMO Technology – Transmitting and receiving data on three streams to pair flawlessly with your 3×3 clients
  • Boosted Wi-Fi Coverage – Beamforming technology delivers a highly efficient wireless connection
  • MU-MIMO – To help your devices achieve optimal performance by making communication more efficient
  • Personalized Management – Advanced features like Parental Controls, Guest Network, and Access Control provide individualized tools for network management
  • Intelligent Connection – Smart Connect directs clients to the less congested band and Airtime Fairness optimizes the time usage

Description

Maximum Wi-Fi Performance with Three Streams

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.

Incredible 802.11ac Wave2 Home Wi-Fi

Archer A8 delivers high-performance and affordable home Wi-Fi 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.

Broader Coverage throughout Your Home

Access your entertainment from every corner of your home with 3 external high-performance antennas. Beamforming technology detects devices and concentrates wireless signal strength towards them, even if they are far away or low-powered.

Connect More Devices Simultaneously

Archer A8 helps your devices achieve optimal performance by making communication more efficient with MU-MIMO technology. Multiple devices are able to send and receive data on the best available band. Enjoy non-stop entertainment on all your devices—lag free.

Increased Efficiency in Wi-Fi Distribution

Smart Connect helps your router automatically switch each device's connection to the best available Wi-Fi band while Airtime Fairness prevents older devices from slowing down your network. With both, everyone can enjoy a smoother, lag-free W-Fi experience.

Full Gigabit Ports

Gigabit Ethernet ports (1 WAN+ 4 LAN) deliver maximum wired speeds. Plug in your PCs, smart TVs, and game consoles for fast and reliable connections.

Personalize Your Home Network

Archer A8 provides a wealth of advanced tools for personalized management.

Parental Controls

Block inappropriate content and set daily limits for how much time your children spend online with Parental Controls.

Guest Network

Guest Network creates a separate Wi-Fi for guests, ensuring your privacy is secure.

Specifications

WAN connection
Ethernet WAN Yes
WAN connection type RJ-45
Wireless LAN features
Wi-Fi band Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz)
Top Wi-Fi standard Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
WLAN data transfer rate (max) 1900 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi standards 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
WLAN data transfer rate (first band) 600 Mbit/s
WLAN data transfer rate (second band) 1300 Mbit/s
Network
Ethernet LAN Yes
Ethernet LAN interface type Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet LAN data rates 10,100,1000 Mbit/s
Cabling technology 10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Networking standards IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
Port forwarding Yes
Port triggering Yes
Dynamic DNS (DDNS) Yes
Number of guest networks (2.4 GHz) 1
Number of guest networks (5 GHz) 1
Ports & interfaces
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports 4
Management features
Quality of Service (QoS) support Yes
Reset button Yes
WPS push button Yes
MU-MIMO technology Yes
Security
Security algorithms WEP, WPA, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2, WPA2-Enterprise
Firewall Yes
Access Control List (ACL) Yes
Filtering Yes
MAC address filtering Yes
IP address filtering Yes
URL filtering Yes
DMZ support Yes
Protocols
DHCP client Yes
DHCP server Yes
Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) Yes
Design
Product type Portable router
Product colour Black
Certificates
Compliance certificates RoHS
Certification FCC, CE
Antenna
Antenna design External
Antennas quantity 3
Features
Built-in processor Yes
Processor frequency 1200 MHz
Processor cores 1
Power
Power source type DC
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T) 0 - 40 °C
Storage temperature (T-T) -40 - 70 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H) 10 - 90%
Storage relative humidity (H-H) 5 - 90%
Weight & dimensions
Width 243 mm
Depth 160.6 mm
Height 32.5 mm
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