FASTER. COOLER. SAFER. Wi-Fi 6 Upgrades Everything

The Archer AX73, an AX5400 Dual-Band Gigabit WiFi 6 Router, packing excellent coverage performance and the HomeShield security system. Equipped with the top structure 4T4R and HT160 on the 5 GHz band, Archer AX73 enables users to enjoy the ultra-fast 5.4 Gbps WiFi that can stream multiple 8K videos without buffering.

With 5400 Mbps WiFi 6, Archer AX73 is made to handle multitasking easily. Whether you download a AAA game at warp speed, stream media with flawless quality, process files cross devices through the air, or connect everything on the network, Archer AX73 always offers more than enough bandwidth to back a smooth experience.

FEATURES

• Gigabit WiFi for 8K Streaming: 5400 Mbps WiFi for faster browsing, streamings, and downloading, all at the same time.†
• Fully Featured Wi-Fi 6: Equips with the top structure of 4T4R and HT160 on the 5 GHz band to enable 4.8 Gbps ultra-fast connection.
• Connect 200+ Devices§: Supports MU-MIMO and OFDMA to reduce congestion and quadruple the average throughput.‡**
• Extensive Coverage: 6× antennas and Beamforming ensure broad coverage.
• Powerful Processing: 1.5 GHz Triple-Core CPU guarantees reliable, high-performance output.
• HomeShield: TP-Link's premium security services keep your home network safe with cutting-edge features for network and IoT protection.*
• More Vents, Less Heat: Improved vents area unleash the full power of the whole machine.
• USB Sharing: 1× USB 3.0 port enables easy media sharing and private cloud building.
• Easy Setup: Set up the router in minutes with Tether app.

Warp Speed for Smooth 8K Streaming
Drastically improved speeds enable streaming, fast downloading, and gaming, all at the same time. Need to go faster? Hop on 5 GHz with full speed-boosting features to stream multiple 8K videos without lagging.

Extensive Wi-Fi Coverage with Advanced Technology
Enjoy stable Wi-Fi connections, even in the kitchen and bedroom. High-Power FEM, 6× Antennas, Beamforming, and 4T4R structures combine to adapt Wi-Fi coverage to perfectly fit your home and concentrate signal strength towards your devices.

Connect 200+ Devices
Easily handle dozens of devices streaming and gaming at the same time — OFDMA and MU-MIMO combine to future-proof your home network by providing greater capacity to connect more devices.

• OFDMA: Enables different devices to share one transmission stream, increasing efficiency.
• MU-MIMO: Transmits data to different devices simultaneously using multiple streams.

Designed to Be Cool
The slant rectangle atop of the scaled armor design provides a contemporary aesthetic. The vent design takes up 167 cm² (25 in²) of its top surface for improved heat dissipation, unleashing the whole machine's full po­wer.

TP-Link HomeShield: Advanced Security for Unlimited Clients
HomeShield protects all connected clients against DDoS, malicious sites, and port intrusion, delivering a safe network environment for your data and privacy.

TP-Link OneMesh™: Flexibly Create Whole Home WiFi with Archer AX73
Want to build a whole-home Wi-Fi? Archer AX73 supports OneMesh to form seamless whole-home coverage, preventing drops and lag when moving between signals.

Easy Setup and Use
Whether you prefer the intuitive Tether App or the powerful web interface, you can set up your Archer AX73 in minutes. The Tether App allows you to manage network settings from any Android or iOS device.

SPECIFICATIONS

• WIRELESS:
  • Standards: Wi-Fi 6
    • IEEE 802.11ax/ac/n/a 5 GHz
    • IEEE 802.11ax/n/b/g 2.4 GHz
  • WiFi Speeds: AX5400
    • 5 GHz: 4804 Mbps (802.11ax, HE160)
    • 2.4 GHz: 574 Mbps (802.11ax)
  • 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
    • High-Power FEM: Improves transmission power to strengthen signal coverage
    • 4T4R: Multiple streams in the same band strengthen the fault tolerance in transmission
  • WiFi Capacity:
    • High
    • Dual-Band: Allocate devices to different bands for optimal performance
    • 4×4 MU-MIMO: Simultaneously communicates with multiple MU-MIMO clients
    • OFDMA: Simultaneously communicates with multiple Wi-Fi 6 clients
    • Airtime Fairness: Improves network efficiency by limiting excessive occupation
    • DFS: Access an extra band to reduce congestion
    • 6 Streams: Connect your devices to more bandwidth
  • Working Modes: Router Mode, Access Point Mode
• HARDWARE:
  • Processor: 1.5 GHz Triple-Core CPU
  • Ethernet Ports: 1× Gigabit WAN Port, 4× Gigabit LAN Ports
    • Static Link Aggregation (LAG) available with 2× LAN ports
  • USB Support: 1× USB 3.0 Port
    • Supported Partition Formats:: NTFS, exFAT, HFS+, FAT32
    • Supported Functions: Apple Time Machine, FTP Server, Media Server
  • Buttons: Wi-Fi On/Off Button, Power On/Off Button, LED On/Off Button, WPS Button, Reset Button
  • Power: 12 V ⎓ 2.5 A
• SECURITY:
  • WiFi Encryption: WPA, WPA2, WPA3, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (802.1×)
  • Network Security: SPI Firewall, Access Control, IP & MAC Binding, Application Layer Gateway
    • HomeShield Security: Real-Time IoT Protection, Malicious Site Blocker, Intrusion Prevention System, DDoS Attack Prevention, Home Network Scanner
  • Guest Network: 1× 5 GHz Guest Network, 1× 2.4 GHz Guest Network
  • VPN Server: OpenVPN, PPTP
• SOFTWARE:
  • Protocols: IPv4, IPv6
  • Service Kits: HomeShield
  • OneMesh™: OneMesh™ Supported
  • Parental Controls: HomeShield Parental Controls
    • Custom Profiles, Professional Content Filter Library, Family Time, Bedtime, Off Time, Time Rewards, Family Online Time Ranking, Pause the Internet, Weekly and Monthly Reports
  • WAN Types: Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP
  • Quality of Service: QoS by Device
  • Cloud Service: Auto Firmware Upgrade, TP-Link ID, DDNS
  • NAT Forwarding: Port Forwarding, Port Triggering, DMZ UPnP, Virtual Server
  • 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
• PHYSICALl:
  • Dimensions (W×D×H): 10.7 × 5.8 × 1.9 in (272.5 × 147.2 × 49.2 mm)
  • Package Contents: Wi-Fi Router Archer AX73, Power Adapter, RJ45 Ethernet Cable, Quick Installation Guide
• 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~5­.35GHz}
      • <30dBm{5.47GHz~5­.725GHz}
    • FCC:
      • <24dBm{5.25GHz~5­.35GHz&5.47GHz~5­.725GHz }
      • <30dBm{2.4GHz &5.15GHz~5.25GHz&5­.725GHz~5.825GHz }
  • WiFi Reception Sensitivity:
    • 2.4GHz:
      • 11ac VHT20 MCS0: –94.5dBm
      • 11ac VHT20 MCS8: –72.5dBm
      • 11ac VHT40 MCS0: –92.5dBm
      • 11ac VHT40 MCS9: –69.5dBm
      • 11ax HE20 MCS0: –95dBm
      • 11ax HE20 MCS11: –64.5dBm
      • 11ax HE40 MCS0: –92.5dBm
      • 11ax HE40 MCS11: –62dBm
    • 5GHz:
      • 11ac VHT20 MCS0: –97dBm
      • 11ac VHT20 MCS8: –74dBm
      • 11ac VHT40 MCS0: –95dBm
      • 11ac VHT40 MCS9: –70dBm
      • 11ac VHT80 MCS0: –91.5dBm
      • 11ac VHT80 MCS9: –66dBm
      • 11ac VHT160 MCS0: –86dBm
      • 11ac VHT160 MCS9: –61dBm
      • 11ax HE20 MCS0: –95dBm
      • 11ax HE20 MCS11: –64dBm
      • 11ax HE40 MCS0: –91.5dBm
      • 11ax HE40 MCS11: –62dBm
      • 11ax HE80 MCS0: –88dBm
      • 11ax HE80 MCS11: –58dBm
      • 11ax HE160 MCS0: –85.5dBm
      • 11ax HE160 MCS11: –55dBm