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TP-Link Archer A8 - Wi-Fi 5 IEEE 802.11ac Ethernet Wireless Router (ARCHER A8)
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- SKU:
- 18057193
- MPN:
- archera8
- Availability:
- Usually ships the same or next business day. In stock at our CA, IL, NJ warehouses.
- Shipping:
- Calculated at Checkout
- Stock Update:
- 12/08/2025 04:29:37 PM PST
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- Stock Update:
- 12/08/2025 04:29:37 PM PST
Description
This item is brand-new, factory sealed.
Ultra-Fast Dual-Band Speeds: Experience smooth 4K/HD streaming and intense online gaming with speeds up to 1.9 Gbps (1900 Mbps - 600 on 2.4 Ghz and 1300 on 5 Ghz).More Reliable Coverage: Achieve the strongest, most reliable WiFi coverage with Archer A8 as it focuses signal strength to your devices using Beamforming technology and 4 antennas.
Connect More Devices: Simultaneously communicate more data to more devices without slowing down using MU-MIMO technology.
Advanced WiFi Features: Smart Connect and Airtime Fairness ensure your devices are on the best available WiFi band while ensuring old devices don't slow you down.
Full Gigabit Ports: Create fast, reliable wired connections for your PCs, Smart TVs and gaming console with 4 x LAN and 1 X WAN.
Parental Controls: Block inappropriate content and set daily limits for how much time your children spend online with Parental Controls
Easy Setup: Set up your router in minutes with the powerful TP-Link Tether App
Maximum Wi-Fi Performance with Three Streams
With 33 MIMO, Archer A8 is capable of transmitting and receiving data on three streams. 33 capable computers like Macspair perfectly with A8 to perform at max with much higher efficiency than 22 MIMO routers.
Incredible Wi-Fi 5 Wave2 Series
Archer A8 delivers high-performance and affordable home WiFi 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 bandall lag-free.
WIRELESS
Standards
Wi-Fi 5
IEEE 802.11ac/n/a 5 GHz
IEEE 802.11n/b/g 2.4 GHz
WiFi Speeds
AC1900
5 GHz: 1300 Mbps (802.11ac)
2.4 GHz: 600 Mbps (802.11n)
WiFi Range
3 Bedroom Houses
3x 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
WiFi Capacity
Medium
Dual-Band
Allocate devices to different bands for optimal performance
3x3 MU-MIMO
Simultaneously communicates with multiple MU-MIMO clients
Airtime Fairness
Improves network efficiency by limiting excessive occupation
Working Modes
Router Mode
Access Point Mode
HARDWARE
Processor
1.2 GHz Single-Core CPU
Ethernet Ports
1x Gigabit WAN Port
4x Gigabit LAN Ports
Buttons
WPS/Wi-Fi Button
Power On/Off Button
Reset Button
Power
US Version:
12 V Direct Current Symbol 1.5 A
EU Version:
12 V Direct Current Symbol 1 A
SECURITY
WiFi Encryption
WEP
WPA
WPA2
WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x)
Network Security
SPI Firewall
Access Control
IP and MAC Binding
Application Layer Gateway
Guest Network
1x 5 GHz Guest Network
1x 2.4 GHz Guest Network
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
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
PHYSICAL
Package Contents
Wi-Fi Router Archer A8
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, RoHS
Environment
Operating Temperature: 0oC-40oC (32oF -104oF)
Storage Temperature: -40oC-70oC (-40oF -158oF)
Operating Humidity: 10%-90% non-condensing
Storage Humidity: 5%-90% non-condensing
TEST DATA
WiFi Transmission Power
FCC:
<30dBm(2.4 GHz and 5 GHz)
WiFi Reception Sensitivity
5 GHz:
11a 6Mbps:-98dBm, 11a 54Mbps:-78dBm
11ac VHT20_MCS0:-98dBm, 11ac VHT20_MCS8:-72dBm
11ac VHT40_MCS0:-92dBm, 11ac VHT40_MCS9:-68dBm
11ac VHT80_MCS0:-89dBm, 11ac VHT80_MCS9:-64dBm
2.4 GHz:
11g 6Mbps:-97dBm, 11a 54Mbps:-77dBm
11n VHT20_MCS0:-97dBm, 11n VHT20_MCS8:-72dBm
11n VHT40_MCS0:-92dBm, 11n VHT40_MCS9:-67dBm
Item Dimension (L"x W"x H")
13 x 10 x 4
Weight
4.00 LB
Warranty Information
2-year
Package Contents:
- AC1900 Wireless MU-MIMO WiFi Router
- Power Adapter
- RJ45 Ethernet Cable
- Quick Installation Guide
Features
Package Contents:
Legal Disclaimer:
Yes
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
China
- AC1900 Wireless MU-MIMO WiFi Router
- Power Adapter
- RJ45 Ethernet Cable
- Quick Installation Guide
Additional Information:
Legal Disclaimer:
Actual network speed may be limited by the rate of the product's Ethernet WAN or LAN port, the rate supported by the network cable, Internet service provider factors and other environmental conditions.
Environmentally Friendly:
Yes
Environmental Compliance:
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
Country of Origin:
China
Specs
| Wireless Specifications | |
| ISM Band | Yes |
| Firewall Type | SPI |
| Wireless LAN Standard | IEEE 802.11ac |
| ISM Maximum Frequency | 2.40 GHz |
| UNII Band | Yes |
| UNII Maximum Frequency | 5 GHz |
| Total Number of Antennas | 3 |
| Number of External Antennas | 3 |
| Total Wireless Transmission Speed | 237.50 MB/s |
| Wi-Fi Mesh System | Yes |
| Broadband Transmission Technology | Ethernet |
| Encryption Standard |
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| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Desktop |
| Height | 1.3" |
| Width | 9.6" |
| Depth | 6.4" |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 2 Year |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Number of Broadband (RJ-45) Ports | 1 |
| Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports | 4 |
| General Information | |
| Brand Name | TP-Link |
| Manufacturer Website Address | http://www.tp-link.com/us |
| Marketing Information | High-Performance WiFi For Your Home | Dual-Band | Full Gigabit AC1900 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Router Archer A8 Maximum Wi-Fi Performance with Three Streams With 3?3 MIMO, Archer A8 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. Incredible Wi-Fi 5 Wave2 Series Archer A8 delivers high-performance and affordable home WiFi 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. Broader Coverage throughout Your Home Access your entertainment from every corner of your home with 3 external high-performance antennas. Beamforming technology detects devices and concentrates wireless signal strength towards them, even if they are far away or low-powered. TP-Link OneMesh™ : Flexibly Create a Whole-Home Wi-Fi OneMesh™ is a simple way to form a Mesh network with a single Wi-Fi name for seamless whole-home coverage. Just connect a OneMeshTM range extender to a OneMesh™ router. No more searching around for a stable connection. Wi-Fi Dead-Zone Killer Eliminate weak signal areas with Wi-Fi coverage for the whole house Smart Roaming Uninterrupted streaming when moving around your home One Wi-Fi Name No more switching Wi-Fi network names Unified Management Manage the whole-home Wi-Fi by managing the central node via Tether app/Web UI Connect More Devices Simultaneously Archer A8 helps your devices achieve optimal performance by making communication more efficient with MU-MIMO technology. Multiple devices are able to send and receive data on the best available band. Enjoy non-stop entertainment on all your devices-lag free. 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 WiFi Distribution Smart Connect helps your router automatically switch each device's connection to the best available WiFi band while Airtime Fairness prevents older devices from slowing down your network. With both, everyone can enjoy a smoother WiFi experience. Airtime Fairness Smart Connect 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. More from the Manufacturer |
| Product Type | Wireless Router |
| Product Name | AC1900 Wireless MU-MIMO WiFi Router |
| Manufacturer | TP-LINK Technologies Co., Ltd |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ARCHERA8 |
| Product Model | A8 |
| Product Line | Archer |
| Network & Communication | |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Technical Information | |
| Wi-Fi Generation | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Network Band | Dual Band |
Warranty Information
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TP-Link Archer A8 - Wi-Fi 5 IEEE 802.11ac Ethernet Wireless Router (ARCHER A8)
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