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TP-Link Archer GE230 BE3600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Gaming Router
The TP-Link Archer GE230 is a dual-band Wi-Fi 7 gaming router designed for players and connected households that need responsive wireless performance, multi-gigabit wired connectivity and practical control over network traffic. It combines wireless speeds of up to 3.6 Gbps with dedicated gaming features, two 2.5Gbps Ethernet ports and an integrated gaming dashboard.
Fast Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7
The Archer GE230 delivers wireless speeds of up to 2,882 Mbps on the 5 GHz band and 688 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band. Wi-Fi 7 technologies including Multi-Link Operation, 4K-QAM and Multi-RUs help compatible devices use the available wireless capacity more efficiently.
- BE3600 dual-band Wi-Fi: Provides combined wireless speeds of up to 3,570 Mbps across the 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz bands.
- Multi-Link Operation: Allows compatible Wi-Fi 7 clients to communicate across both wireless bands concurrently.
- Four data streams: Supports demanding gaming, streaming and everyday connected-device traffic.
- OFDMA and MU-MIMO: Help the router communicate efficiently with multiple compatible devices.
- Beamforming: Directs wireless signals towards connected clients to support stronger connections.
Multi-Gigabit Gaming Connectivity
A 2.5Gbps WAN port supports compatible high-speed internet services, while the dedicated 2.5Gbps gaming LAN port automatically prioritises traffic from the connected gaming device. Three additional Gigabit LAN ports provide wired connections for desktop computers, consoles, smart televisions and other network equipment.
Gaming Traffic Management
The integrated Game Centre brings the router's gaming controls and performance information together in one place. It supports game application prioritisation through Quality of Service, automatic device prioritisation through the dedicated gaming port and compatible game-server acceleration services.
- Dedicated 2.5Gbps gaming LAN port.
- Game application prioritisation using QoS.
- Gaming traffic reports covering devices and applications.
- Game dashboard showing network status and router performance.
- Control of accelerated games, gaming equipment and RGB settings.
- Management through the TP-Link Tether app or web interface.
Race Car-Inspired Design with RGB Lighting
The router features an angular, race car-inspired enclosure with customisable RGB lighting for a distinctive gaming setup. Its chassis and four externally positioned antennas are designed to support ventilation, wireless coverage and stable everyday operation.
Expand with EasyMesh
EasyMesh compatibility allows the Archer GE230 to work with compatible routers and range extenders to create a more consistent whole-home network. Supported configurations can provide one Wi-Fi name, smart roaming, centralised management and wired or wireless backhaul.
Network Security and Control
TP-Link HomeShield provides network security and parental-control tools, while WPA3 support offers modern wireless encryption for compatible devices. Separate guest networks can be created on both wireless bands, and a dedicated IoT network helps keep smart devices organised.
- SPI firewall, access control and IP and MAC binding.
- WPA, WPA2, WPA3 and WPA/WPA2-Enterprise encryption.
- Separate 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz guest networks.
- HomeShield security and parental-control features.
- OpenVPN, PPTP, L2TP and WireGuard server and client support.
- IPv4 and IPv6 compatibility.
Technical Specifications:
| Specification | Details |
| Brand | TP-Link |
| Model | Archer GE230 |
| Product Type | Dual-band Wi-Fi 7 gaming router |
| Wi-Fi Classification | BE3600 |
| Wireless Standards | IEEE 802.11be/ax/ac/n/a at 5 GHz; IEEE 802.11be/ax/n/g/b at 2.4 GHz |
| 5 GHz Wireless Speed | Up to 2,882 Mbps |
| 2.4 GHz Wireless Speed | Up to 688 Mbps |
| Wi-Fi Streams | 4 streams |
| Wi-Fi Technologies | Multi-Link Operation, 4K-QAM, Multi-RUs, OFDMA, 2×2 MU-MIMO, Beamforming, DFS, Airtime Fairness and Smart Connect |
| Processor | Quad-core CPU |
| Antennas | 4 external high-performance antennas |
| WAN Port | 1× 2.5Gbps WAN port |
| LAN Ports | 1× 2.5Gbps LAN gaming port and 3× 1Gbps LAN ports |
| USB Port | 1× USB 3.0 |
| USB Functions | FTP server, media server and Samba server |
| USB File Systems | NTFS, exFAT, HFS+ and FAT32 |
| Operating Modes | Router mode and access point mode |
| Mesh Compatibility | TP-Link EasyMesh compatible |
| Wireless Security | WPA, WPA2, WPA3 and WPA/WPA2-Enterprise |
| VPN Support | OpenVPN, PPTP, L2TP and WireGuard server and client |
| Management | TP-Link Tether app and web interface |
| Voice Assistant Compatibility | Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant |
| Protocols | IPv4 and IPv6 |
| Buttons | Power, Wi-Fi/WPS, LED and reset |
| Power | 12 V DC, 2 A |
| Dimensions | 266.8 × 153.1 × 58.6 mm |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
| Certifications | CE, FCC and RoHS |
| Box Contents | Archer GE230 router, power adapter, RJ45 Ethernet cable and Quick Installation Guide |
Maximum wireless speeds are theoretical physical rates. Actual throughput, coverage and performance depend on compatible client devices, the internet service, network conditions and the surrounding environment. Wi-Fi 7 features require compatible devices, while 2.5Gbps internet speeds require a suitable service plan and network equipment.
Upgrade your gaming and home network with responsive Wi-Fi 7 connectivity and practical traffic controls, and add the TP-Link Archer GE230 to your cart today.
