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Archer C8

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Firmware

A firmware update can resolve issues that the previous firmware version may have and improve its current performance.

To Upgrade

IMPORTANT: To prevent upgrade failures, please read the following before proceeding with the upgrade process

  • Please upgrade firmware from the local TP-Link official website of the purchase location for your TP-Link device, otherwise it will be against the warranty. Please click here to change site if necessary.
  • Please verify the hardware version of your device for the firmware version. Wrong firmware upgrade may damage your device and void the warranty. （Normally V1.x=V1）
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  • Do NOT turn off the power during the upgrade process, as it may cause permanent damage to the product.
  • To avoid wireless disconnect issue during firmware upgrade process, it's recommended to upload firmware with wired connection unless there is no LAN/Ethernet port on your TP-Link device.
  • It's recommended that users stop all Internet applications on the computer, or simply disconnect Internet line from the device before the upgrade.
  • Use decompression software such as WinZIP or WinRAR to extract the file you download before the upgrade.
Archer C8(UN)_V1_160517
Published Date: 2016-05-17 Language: English File Size: 14.72 MB

Modifications and Bug Fixes:

New Features/Enhancement:
1. Adopted a new user interface, which is more concise and easier to use;
2. Added the language selection menu in the up right corner;
3. Added the management web UI for smart phones;
4. Added the options for SIP ALG function;
5. Optimized the IPv6 function.

Notes:

1. Old firmware’s configuration file cannot be imported into this new firmware
2. Your device’s configuration will be lost after upgrading, which means you need to configure your device again.
Archer C8_V1_151125
Published Date: 2015-11-25 Language: English File Size: 10.60 MB

Notes:

for Archer C8 V1
Archer C8_V1_150515
Published Date: 2015-05-15 Language: English File Size: 10.87 MB

Modifications and Bug Fixes:

1． New Features/Enhancement：
(1)Improved the stability with multicast streaming and improved the compatibility with BT IPTV in UK;
(2)Improved security mechanism when accessing the FTP server in WAN port.
(3)Improved the time displays in the USB storage sharing and FTP function.
2． Bug Fixed：
(1)Fixed the security bug caused by overflowing of kcodes buffer;
(2)Fixed the bug that ARP binding failure after rebooting C8 when enabling the Guest network.
(3)Fixed the bug that the Guest network won’t establish after rebooting the main wireless signals.

Notes:

For Archer C8(UN) V1
1. Old firmware’s configuration file can be imported into this new firmware
2. Your device’s configuration will be lost after upgrading, which means you need to configure your device again

To Use Third Party Firmware In TP-Link Products

Some official firmware of TP-Link products can be replaced by the third party firmware such as DD-WRT. TP-Link is not obligated to provide any maintenance or support for it, and does not guarantee the performance and stability of third party firmware. Damage to the product as a result of using third party firmware will void the product's warranty.

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Utility

Published Date: 2019-11-07 Language: English File Size: 972.74 KB
Operating System: Mac OS 10.15
Published Date: 2018-10-29 Language: English File Size: 2.53 MB
Operating System: Mac OS 10.9-10.14
Published Date: 2016-11-03 Language: English File Size: 14.6 MB
Operating System: WinXP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10

Apps

TP-Link Tether

TP-Link Tether provides the easiest way to access and manage your network with your iOS or Android devices. Learn more about TP-Link Tether and Compatible Devices.

Note: To use Tether, please update your router’s firmware to the latest version.

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