TP Link Archer C86

Description

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 and six external antennas deliver 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.

WIRELESS
Standards	Wi-Fi 5 IEEE 802.11ac/n/a 5 GHz IEEE 802.11n/b/g 2.4 GHz
WiFi Speeds	AC1900 5 GHz: 1300 Mbps (802.11ac) 2.4 GHz: 600 Mbps (802.11n)
WiFi Range	3 Bedroom Houses 6× Fixed High-Performance Antennas Multiple antennas form a signal-boosting array to cover more directions and large areas Beamforming Concentrates wireless signal strength towards clients to expand WiFi range
WiFi Capacity	Medium Dual-Band Allocate devices to different bands for optimal performance 3×3 MU-MIMO Simultaneously communicates with multiple MU-MIMO clients Airtime Fairness Improves network efficiency by limiting excessive occupation
Working Modes	Router Mode Access Point Mode

SECURITY
Network Security	SPI Firewall Access Control IP & MAC Binding Application Layer Gateway
Guest Network	1× 5 GHz Guest Network 1× 2.4 GHz Guest Network
WiFi Encryption	WPA WPA2 WPA3 WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x)

HARDWARE
Ethernet Ports	1× Gigabit WAN Port 4× Gigabit LAN Ports
Buttons	WPS/Wi-Fi Button Power On/Off Button Reset Button
Power	US Version 12 V ⎓ 1.5 AEU Version 12 V ⎓ 1 A

SOFTWARE
Protocols	IPv4 IPv6
EasyMesh	Mesh networking creates smooth, fast, stable roaming. Archer C86 can build an EasyMesh network with devices that use EasyMesh technology. It also works with other TP-Link products to create a OneMesh network. Eliminate Wi-Fi dead zones, expand your network, and fill your entire home with high-speed Wi-Fi.
Parental Controls	URL Filtering Time Controls
WAN Types	Dynamic IP Static IP PPPoE PPTP L2TP
Quality of Service	QoS by Device
Cloud Service	OTA Firmware Upgrade TP-Link ID DDNS
NAT Forwarding	Port Forwarding Port Triggering DMZ UPnP
IPTV	IGMP Proxy IGMP Snooping Bridge Tag VLAN
DHCP	Address Reservation DHCP Client List Server
DDNS	TP-Link NO-IP DynDNS
Management	Tether App Webpage

OTHER
System Requirements	Internet Explorer 11+, Firefox 12.0+, Chrome 20.0+, Safari 4.0+, or other JavaScript-enabled browser Cable or DSL Modem (if needed) Subscription with an internet service provider (for internet access)
Certifications	FCC, CE, RoHS
Environment	Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32℉ ~104℉) Storage Temperature: -40℃~70℃ (-40℉ ~158℉) Operating Humidity: 10%~90% non-condensing Storage Humidity: 5%~90% non-condensing

OTHER

System Requirements

Internet Explorer 11+, Firefox 12.0+, Chrome 20.0+, Safari 4.0+, or other JavaScript-enabled browser

Cable or DSL Modem (if needed)

Subscription with an internet service provider (for internet access)

Certifications

FCC, CE, RoHS

Environment

Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32℉ ~104℉)
Storage Temperature: -40℃~70℃ (-40℉ ~158℉)
Operating Humidity: 10%~90% non-condensing
Storage Humidity: 5%~90% non-condensing

TEST DATA
WiFi Transmission Power	CE: <20dBm(2.4GHz) <23dBm(5.15GHz~5.25GHz) FCC: <30dBm(2.4GHz & 5GHz)
WiFi Reception Sensitivity	5GHz: 11a 6Mbps:-98dBm, 11a 54Mbps:-78dBm 11ac VHT20_MCS0:-98dBm, 11ac VHT20_MCS8:-72dBm 11ac VHT40_MCS0:-92dBm, 11ac VHT40_MCS9:-68dBm 11ac VHT80_MCS0:-89dBm, 11ac VHT80_MCS9:-64dBm2.4GHz: 11g 6Mbps:-97dBm, 11a 54Mbps:-77dBm 11n VHT20_MCS0:-97dBm, 11n VHT20_MCS8:-72dBm 11n VHT40_MCS0:-92dBm, 11n VHT40_MCS9:-67dBm

PHYSICAL
Dimensions (W×D×H)	9.1 × 5.1 × 1.5 in (229.9 × 144.2 × 37.2 mm)
Package Contents	Wi-Fi Router Archer C86 Power Adapter RJ45 Ethernet Cable Quick Installation Guide