Dual band Wave2 Wi-fi router TP-Link Archer C86 AC1900
- 802.11ac Wave2 Wi-Fi – 1300 Mbps on the 5 GHz band and 600 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band.
- 3×3 MIMO Technology – Transmitting and receiving data on three streams to pair flawlessly with your 3×3 clients.
- Boosted Wi-Fi Coverage – Beamforming technology and six external antennas deliver a highly efficient wireless connection.
- MU-MIMO – To help your devices achieve optimal performance by making communication more efficient.
- Personalized Management – Advanced features like Parental Controls, Guest Network, and Access Control provide individualized tools for network management.
- Intelligent Connection – Smart Connect directs clients to the less congested band and Airtime Fairness optimizes the time usage.
Broader Coverage throughout Your Home
Access your entertainment from every corner of your home with 6 external high-performance antennas. Beamforming technology detects devices and concentrates wireless signal strength towards them, even if they are far away or low-powered.
Incredible 802.11ac Wave2 Home Wi-Fi
Archer C86 delivers high-performance and affordable home Wi-Fi with total speeds up to 1900 Mbps. Handle simple tasks like sending e-mails or web browsing on the 2.4 GHz band and bandwidth-intensive tasks like online gaming or 4K/8K UHD streaming on the 5 GHz band—all lag-free.
- 5 GHz Band 1300 Mbps
- 2.4 GHz Band 600 Mbps
Maximum Wi-Fi Performance with Three Streams
With 3×3 MIMO, Archer C86 is capable of transmitting and receiving data on three streams. 3×3 capable computers— like Macs—pair perfectly with A8 to perform at max with much higher efficiency than 2×2 MIMO routers.
Flexibly Create Whole Home Mesh WiFi
Archer C86 is EasyMesh-compatible. If you have any dead zones at home, just add another EasyMesh router/range extender or any TP-Link device that supports OneMesh to further form your whole home multi-gigabit mesh WiFi. No more searching for a stable connection.
WiFi Dead Zone Killer
Eliminate weak signal areas with WiFi coverage for the whole house
Smart Roaming
Uninterrupted streaming when moving around your home
One WiFi Name
No more switching WiFi network names
Unified Management
Manage your whole home WiFi from the central node via the Tether app/Web UI
Advanced Security with WPA3
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.
Increased Efficiency
in Wi-Fi Distribution
Smart Connect helps your router automatically switch each device's connection to the best available Wi-Fi band while Airtime Fairness prevents older devices from slowing down your network. With both, everyone can enjoy a smoother, lag-free W-Fi experience.
Personalize Your Home Network
Archer C86 provides a wealth of advanced tools for personalized management.
Parental Controls
Block inappropriate content and set daily limits for how much time your children spend online with Parental Controls.
Guest Network
Guest Network creates a separate Wi-Fi for guests, ensuring your privacy is secure.
Full Gigabit Ports
Gigabit Ethernet ports (1 WAN+ 4 LAN) deliver maximum wired speeds. Plug in your PCs, smart TVs, and game consoles for fast and reliable connections.
Easy Setup and Use
Whether you prefer the intuitive Tether app or TP-Link’s powerful web interface, you can set up your Archer C86 in minutes.
The Tether app allows you to manage network settings from any Android or iOS device.
Protect Your Children
Block inappropriate content for your children, and customize a time range for better online habits.
New Connection Notification
You will be notified by your phone when new devices connect. Kick off any suspicious connections and block them. It’s as simple as that.
Easy Firmware Upgrade
Tired of upgrading firmware? OTA updates enable easy firmware upgrades with a click in the management panel. To keep your security and functions always up-to-date, just turn on the auto schedule.
Package Contents
Wi-Fi Router Archer C86
Power Adapter
RJ45 Ethernet Cable
Quick Installation Guide
