TP-Link Archer C6 Manual

The TP-Link Archer C6 is an AC1200 Wireless MU-MIMO Gigabit Router that offers dual-band Wi-Fi with speeds of up to 867 Mbps at 5 GHz and 400 Mbps at 2.4 GHz band. With MU-MIMO Technology, it can simultaneously transfer data to multiple devices for faster performance. It has four external antennas with Beamforming technology to boost coverage and concentrate Wi-Fi signals. The router supports AP Mode to transform a wired connection into a wireless network and is compatible with EasyMesh for creating a flexible Mesh network for seamless whole-home coverage. Set-up is easy with the TP-Link Tether app.

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Table of Contents

  • About This Guide
    • Conventions
    • More Info
  • Get to Know About Your Router
    • Product Overview
    • Appearance
      • The Front Panel
      • The Back Panel
  • Connect the Hardware
    • Position Your Router
    • Connect Your Router
  • Log In to Your Router
  • Set Up Internet Connection
    • Use Quick Setup Wizard
    • Quick Setup Via TP-Link Tether App
    • Manually Set Up Your Internet Connection
    • Set Up the Router as an Access Point
    • Set Up an IPv6 Internet Connection
  • TP-Link Cloud Service
    • Register a TP-Link ID
    • Change Your TP-Link ID Information
    • Manage the User TP-Link IDs
      • Add TP-Link ID to Manage the Router
      • Remove TP-Link ID(s) from Managing the Router
    • Manage the Router via the TP-Link Tether App
  • OneMesh with Seamless Roaming
      • Unified WiFi Network
      • Seamless Roaming
      • Easy Setup and Mangement
    • Set Up a OneMesh Network
    • Manage Devices in the OneMesh Network
  • Guest Network
    • Create a Network for Guests
    • Customize Guest Network Options
  • Parental Controls
    • Setting Up Access Restrictions
      • Done!
  • QoS
  • Network Security
    • Protect the Network from Cyber Attacks
    • Access Control
    • IP & MAC Binding
    • ALG (Application Layer Gateway)
  • NAT Forwarding
    • Share Local Resources on the Internet by Port Forwarding
    • Open Ports Dynamically by Port Triggering
    • Make Xbox Online Games Run Smoothly by UPnP
    • Make Applications Free from Port Restriction by DMZ
  • Customize Your Network Settings
    • Change the LAN Settings
    • Configure to Support IPTV Service
    • Specify DHCP Server Settings
    • Set Up a Dynamic DNS Service Account
    • Create Static Routes
    • Specify Wireless Settings
    • Schedule Your Wireless Function
    • Use WPS for Wireless Connection
      • Connect via the Client’s PIN
      • Connect via the Router’s PIN
      • Push the WPS Button
    • Advanced Wireless Settings
  • Manage the Router
    • Upgrade the Firmware
      • Online Upgrade
      • Local Upgrade
    • Backup and Restore Configuration Settings
    • Change the Login Password
    • Local Management
    • Remote Management
    • View System Log
    • Test the Network Connectivity
    • Set Up System Time & Language
    • Set the Router to Reboot Regularly
    • Control the LED
  • FAQ
    • Q1 What should I do if I forget my wireless password?
    • Q2 What should I do if I forget my web management password?
    • Q3 What should I do if I can’t log in to the router’s web management page?
    • Q4 What should I do if I can’t access the internet even though the configuration is finished?
    • Q5 What should I do if I can’t find my wireless network or I cannot connect the wireless network?
  • Compliance and Safety Information
    • FCC compliance information statement
    • FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
    • FCC compliance information statement
    • CE Mark Warning
    • OPERATING FREQUENCY(the maximum transmitted power)
    • EU Declaration of Conformity
    • RF Exposure Information
    • National Restrictions
    • UKCA Mark
    • UK Declaration of Conformity
    • National Restrictions
    • Canadian Compliance Statement
    • Caution:
    • Avertissement:
    • Radiation Exposure Statement:
    • Déclaration d’exposition aux radiations:
    • Industry Canada Statement
    • Korea Warning Statements:
    • NCC Notice & BSMI Notice:
    • 安全諮詢及注意事項
    • 限用物質含有情況標示聲明書
    • Safety Information
    • Explanations of the symbols on the product label