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WiFi Routers Archer AX21

Archer AX21

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AX1800 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Router

  • Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6: Equipped with the latest wireless technology, Wi-Fi 6, for faster speeds, greater capacity, and reduced network congestion.‡
  • Next-Gen 1.8 Gbps Speeds: Enjoy smooth streaming, downloading, and gaming all without buffering with Wi-Fi speeds of 1.8 Gbps.† 
  • Connect More Devices: Wi-Fi 6 technology communicates more data to more devices using revolutionary OFDMA technology while simultaneously reducing lag.‡ 
  • Quad-Core Processing: The 1.5 GHz quad-core CPU ensures communications between your router and all connected devices are smooth.
  • Extensive Coverage: Beamforming, independent FEM, and four antennas combine to deliver focused reception to devices far away.
  • Increased Battery Life: Target Wake Time technology reduces your devices' power consumption to extend their battery life.‡ 
  • USB Easy Sharing: A USB 2.0 Port enables easy file sharing within your network or building private Cloud Storage.
  • Easy Setup: Set up your router in minutes with the powerful TP-Link Tether App.
  • Improved Vent Design: Unleashes the full power of the whole machine.  

Overview

Explore the
New Era of Wi-Fi

AX1800 Dual-Band
Wi-Fi 6 Router

Archer AX21

Faster Speeds. More Connected Devices.
Powerful Processing.

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    Dual-Band
    Wi-Fi 6

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    Up to 1.8 Gbps Speeds† 

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    Connect More, Stay Fast

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    Quad-Core CPU

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    Reduced Power Consumption

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    Refined Password Security

Wi-Fi 6 Upgrades Everything

The latest generation of Wi-Fi technology brings faster speeds, less lag, and higher capacity, enabling more simultaneous connections on your home network.

Learn more about Wi-Fi 6 >>

Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Up to 1.8 Gbps

Every application feels more fluid with drastically improved Wi-Fi speeds. Both 2.4 GHz band and 5 GHz band get upgraded to the latest generation—perfect for 4K streaming, online gaming, and fast downloading.

  • Wi-Fi 4, 2.4GHz
    40 MHz, 2x2       300 Mbps
    Wi-Fi 6, 2.4GHz
    40 MHz, 2x2       574 Mbps

    90% Faster

  • Wi-Fi 6, 5GHz
    80 MHz, 2x2       867 Mbps
    Wi-Fi 6, 5GHz
    80 MHz, 2x2       1201 Mbps

    40% Faster

Extensive Wi-Fi Coverage with Advanced Technologies

Beamforming technology, high-power Front-End Module, and four high-gain antennas combine to adapt Wi-Fi coverage to perfectly fit your home and concentrate signal strength towards your devices.

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    Beamforming

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    High-Power FEM

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    4× Antennas

 

Connect More,
Stay Fast

Easily handle dozens of devices streaming and gaming at the same time—OFDMA future-proofs your home networks by providing greater capacity to connect more devices.

OFDMA

OFDMA separates a single spectrum into multiple units and enables different devices to share one transmission stream, increasing efficiency and reducing latency.‡ 

1.5 GHz Quad-Core CPU

Powerful Processing for
Minimal Latency

A powerful 1.5 GHz quad-core CPU generates minimal latency within your network even under heavy load of transmission. Every click for website links and online playback on your laptop and phone just responds quicker.

Traditional 2×2 AC Router

0.9 GHz

Single-Core CPU

Archer AX21

1.5 GHz

Triple-Core CPU

Versatile Connectivity

  • Easy File Sharing

    Share music, movies, and documents easily on every device across your home network.

  • Full Gigabit Ports

    Connect to your devices using a wired network for robust stability.

USB Port Gigabit WAN Port 4 Gigabit LAN Ports

WPA3—New Level of Cyber Security

The latest Wi-Fi security protocol, WPA3, brings new capabilities to improve cybersecurity in personal networks. More secure encryption in Wi-Fi password safety and enhanced protection against brute-force attacks combine to safeguard your home Wi-Fi.§  

 

Easily Setup and Use

Whether you prefer the intuitive Tether App or the powerful web interface, you can set up your Archer AX21 in minutes. The Tether App allows you to manage network settings from any Android or iOS device.

Learn more about Tether app.

Dimension and Ports

5.3 in (134.5 mm)

10.3 in (261.1 mm)

5.6 in (141.2 mm)

1.6 in (41 mm)

LED On /Off Button

 Reset Button

WPA /WiFi Button

Gigabit WAN Port

USB 2.0 Port

4× Gigabit LAN Ports

Power

Power On /Off Button

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 AX1800
5 GHz: 1201 Mbps (802.11ax)
2.4 GHz: 574 Mbps (802.11ax)
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

High-Power FEM
Improves transmission power to strengthen signal coverage
WiFi Capacity High
Dual-Band
Allocate devices to different bands for optimal performance

OFDMA
Simultaneously communicates with multiple Wi-Fi 6 clients

Airtime Fairness
Improves network efficiency by limiting excessive occupation

4 Streams
Connect your devices to more bandwidth
Working Modes Router Mode
Access Point Mode
HARDWARE
Processor 1.5 GHz Quad-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
LED On/Off Button
Reset Button
Power 12 V ⎓ 1.5 A
SECURITY
WiFi Encryption WPA
WPA2
WPA3
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
Parental Controls URL Filtering
Time Controls
WAN Types Dynamic IP
Static IP
PPPoE
PPTP
L2TP
Quality of Service QoS by Device
Cloud Service Auto Firmware Upgrade
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
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PHYSICAL
Dimensions (W×D×H) 10.2 × 5.3 ×1.5 in
(260.2 × 135.0 × 38.6 mm)
Package Contents Wi-Fi Router Archer AX21
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(2.4 GHz)
<23dBm(5.15 GHz~5.25 GHz)
FCC:
<30dBm(2.4 GHz & 5.15 GHz~5.825 GHz)
For additional version information, please go to the support page.

Support

†Maximum wireless transmission rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Range and coverage specifications are based upon test results under normal usage conditions. Actual wireless transmission rate and wireless coverage are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of 1) environmental factors, including building materials, physical objects and obstacles, 2) network conditions, including local interference, volume and density of traffic, product location, network complexity, and network overhead and 3) client limitations, including rated performance, location, connection quality, and client condition.

‡Use of 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) and features including OFDMA and Target Wake Time requires clients to also support corresponding features. Actual power reduction by Target Wake Time may vary as a result of network conditions, client limitations, and environmental factors.

§Use of WPA3 requires clients to also support WPA3.

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