Archer C6U
AC1200 Wireless MU-MIMO Gigabit Router
Supports 802.11ac standard
Simultaneous 2.4GHz 300 Mbps and 5GHz 867 Mbps connections for 1200 Mbps of total available bandwidth
4 external antennas and one internal antenna provide stable wireless connections and optimal coverage
Easy network management at your fingertips with TP-Link Tether
MU-MIMO achieves 2X efficiency by communicating with up to 2 devices at once
Beamforming technology delivers wider wireless coverage
Supports Access Point mode to create a new Wi-Fi access point
AC1200 - Wi-Fi Router MU-MIMO Gigabit - Archer C6U
Smooth Entertainment with AC1200 Dual Band Wi-Fi
The Archer C6U creates a reliable and blazing-fast network powered by 802.11ac Wi-Fi technology. The 2.4GHz band delivers speeds up to 300Mbps, ready for everyday tasks like emailing and web browsing, while the 5GHz band delivers speeds up to 867Mbps, ideal for HD video streaming and lag-free online gaming.
867 Mbps 5GHz Band
300 Mbps 2.4GHz Band
Boosted Wi-Fi Coverage
Throughout Your Home
Four external antennas send Wi-Fi signals to every corner of your home. Stay connected and enjoy fast Wi-Fi whether you are lounging on the sofa or on the balcony. Beamforming technology detects devices, even if they are far-away or low-powered, and concentrates wireless signal strength towards them.
MU-MIMO Brings More Simultaneous Connections
MU-MIMO lets the Archer C6U serve multiple devices at once. No more bandwidth congestion or latency. All devices get their data faster and Wi-Fi is used more efficiently!
Traditional Router - Stream data to one device at a time.
Archer C6U - Stream data to multiple devices simultaneously.
Faster Connectivity and Easy Sharing
Gigabit Ethernet ports deliver maximum wired speeds. Plug in PCs, smart TVs, and game consoles for fast and reliable connections. Easily to connect external storage devices with the USB 2.0 port to rapidly share files, photos, and videos.
It's An Access Point, Too
Switch the working mode of the Archer C6 to Access Point Mode to share your wired network with other wireless devices.
Easy Setup and Management with
the Tether APP
The free Tether app is available for both Android and iOS devices, making it easy to set up the Archer C6U and manage your network settings.
Specifications
Wireless
Standards
Wi-Fi 5
IEEE 802.11ac/n/a 5 GHz
IEEE 802.11n/b/g 2.4 GHz
WiFi Speeds
AC1200
5 GHz: 867 Mbps (802.11ac)
2.4 GHz: 300 Mbps (802.11n)
WiFi Range
3 Bedroom Houses
4× 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.
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
Hardware
Processor : Dual-Core CPU
Ethernet Ports : 1× Gigabit WAN Port, 4× Gigabit LAN Ports
USB Support : 1× USB 2.0 Port
Supported Partition Formats:
NTFS, exFAT, HFS+, FAT32
Supported Functions:
Apple Time Machine
FTP Server
Media Server
Buttons : WPS/Wi-Fi Button
Power : On/Off Button
Reset Button
Power : 12 V ? 1 A
Security
WiFi Encryption
WEP
WPA
WPA2
WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x)
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
VPN Server
OpenVPN
PPTP
Software
Protocols IPv4
IPv6
OneMesh
OneMesh Supported
Without replacing your existing devices or buying a whole new WiFi ecosystem, OneMesh helps you create a more flexible network that covers your entire home with TP-Link OneMesh products.
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
Virtual Servers
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
Physical
Dimensions (W×D×H) 8.5 × 4.6 × 1.2 in
(215 × 117 × 32 mm)
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 EIRP:
<20dBm(2.4GHz)
<23dBm(5GHz)
FCC:
<30dBm(2.4GHz & 5GHz)
WiFi Reception Sensitivity 5GHz:
11a 6Mbps:-93dBm?11a 54Mbps:-78dBm?
11ac HT20 mcs8:69dBm;11ac HT40 mcs9:-65dBm;
11ac HT80 mcs9:-62dBm;
2.4GHz:
11g 54Mbps:-78dBm;
11n HT20 mcs7:-74dBm;
11n HT40 mcs7:-71dbm
What's in the box
1 x Wi-Fi Router Archer C6U
1 x Power Adapter
1 x RJ45 Ethernet Cable
1 x Quick Installation Guide
