Archer Air R5
NewAX3000 Wi-Fi 6 Air Mesh Router(3-pack)
- One-Time Configuration for Whole Home Mesh WiFi: Just configure once as other Air units auto-sync themselves. Setup gets incredibly easy and seamless.☆
- Faster Dual-Band AX3000 WiFi: Up to 3.0 Gbps (2402 Mbps + 574 Mbps) WiFi for faster browsing, streaming, and downloading, all at the same time.†
- Ultra-Thin and Minimalist Design: Has a compact size of 210×148×8 mm even thinner than a wall outlet. Better integrated with modern home interiors.*
- Multiple Wall-Mounting Options: Designed to easily mount onto walls, coming with its own installation accessories. No need to purchase additional expensive mounts any more.**
- Smart Antennas: Use intelligent algorithms and different antenna arrays to ensure all-round stable signals even in duplex houses.
- Smart Roaming: Easily create an EasyMesh network for whole home WiFi coverage.§
- Easy Setup and Use: Set up and manage your Wi-Fi through the TP-Link Tether app from your phone.
Ultra-Thin Design,
Extraordinary Performance
AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 Air Router
3-pack
1 Archer Air R5 and 2 Archer Air E5
Archer Air R5 (3-pack）
Dual Band AX3000
EasyMesh-Compatible
HomeShield
Gigabit Ports
VPN Server
Flexible Installation
Smart Antennas for All-Round Coverage
Ultra-Thin Design
8 mm
Easier-than-Ever Setup
Ultra-Thin and Minimalist Design
Archer Air unit has a compact size of 210×148×8 mm and are even thinner than a wall outlet.*
The pure white shell, minimalist lines and rounded corners form an elegant appearance and make Archer Air unit better integrated with modern home interiors.
The LED and WPS 2-in-1 button on the front and the Type-C power port on the bottom further simplify Archer Air unit’s look.
Flexible Installation, Ultra Convenience
Archer Air unit is designed to easily mount onto walls and offers multiple installation methods.** With two 3M adhesives on its back and a plastic bracket accessory, you can paste or mount it on a wall. Its freer placement also saves electrical socket space.
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Mount on a Wall with the Plastic Bracket
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Stick to a Wall with the 3M Adhesives
Live in the Fast Lane with WiFi 6
Armed with AX3000 WiFi 6, Air unit is built to deliver a huge boost in speed, capacity, and coverage.
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Faster Speeds up to 3000 Mbps
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Connects more devices-OFDMA
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Boosted Coverage
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160 MHz Bandwidth
One-Time Configuration for Whole Home Mesh WiFi
Plug in the Archer Air R5 (3-pack), configure the Air Router once and complete setup, as the two Air Range Extenders auto-sync the configuration information. Setup gets incredibly easy and seamless since there's no need to manually set up each individual node.
To immerse your whole home with superior WiFi, Archer Air units work together as a powerful mesh network to boost broader coverage for connections in every corner.
3-pack
Covers up to 6,500 sq.ft†
Smart Antennas for
All-Round Coverage
Archer Air unit’s built-in smart antennas use intelligent algorithms to auto-detect your devices’ locations and switch to the optimal antenna arrays, ensuring all-round stable signals even in duplex houses.
Boosted WiFi Signals
Throughout Your Home
Armed with 4× powerful FEM and smart antennas, Archer Air unit boosts WiFi signals throughout your home. Beamforming technology detects devices and concentrates signals towards them, especially in hard-to-reach areas.
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4× powerful FEM
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Beamforming
Flexibly Create Whole Home Mesh WiFi
Archer Air R5 is EasyMesh-compatible. If you have any dead zones at home, simply add another EasyMesh router/range extender to further form your whole home multi-gigabit mesh WiFi. No more searching for a stable connection. For a better network experience, we recommend combining with Archer Air E5.
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WiFi Dead Zone Killer
Eliminate weak signal areas with WiFi coverage for the whole house
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Smart Roaming
Uninterrupted streaming when moving around your home
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One WiFi Name
No more switching WiFi network names
TP-Link HomeShield:
Advanced Security for Your Everyday Devices
With TP-Link HomeShield, enjoy advanced secuirty features delivering a safe environment that protects your family and network's data and privacy.
Home Network Scanner
Real-time network scanner to detect potential threats and security issues.
Parental Controls
Manage time online and block inappropritate content keeping your family safe online.
Quality of Service
Assign your favorite devices to have the fastest connections for top performance.
Upgrade to HomeShield Pro
(Subscription fees apply)
DDoS Attack
Prevention
IoT Device
Protection
Advanced Parental Controls
including Time Rewards
1-Month
Free Trial
VPN Server: More Granular VPN Function Usage
Allow devices in your home network to access remote VPN servers without needing to install VPN software on every device. Archer Air R5 can run both the VPN and ordinary internet connections at the same time, delivering security and flexibility.**
Ordinary Internet
Encryption VPN Connection
(Open VPN/ PPTP VPN)
Simple. Easy. Yet Powerful.
Install the Tether app and simply follow the on-screen directions. In just three easy steps your entire home can be blanketed in strong and reliable WiFi.
Learn more about the Tether app
Connect R5 to your modem and power on R5.
Download and launch the Tether app. Just follow the in-app directions to set up R5.
For the other two E5 extenders, simply power on it to automatically join the network.
Archer Air R5
Archer Air E5
Level
Ensures horizontal installation
Plastic Bracket
Hang the router on a Wall
3M Adhesives
Stick the router to a wall
Type-C Power Port
Two Gigabit Ethernet Ports
Dimensions: 210 × 148 × 10.8 mm
Level
Ensures horizontal installation
Plastic Bracket
Hang the router on a Wall
3M Adhesives
Stick the router to a wall
Type-C Power Port
Dimensions: 210 × 148 × 8 mm
| WIRELESS | |
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| Standards | Wi-Fi 6IEEE 802.11ax/ac/n/a 5 GHzIEEE 802.11ax/n/b/g 2.4 GHz |
| WiFi Speeds | AX30005 GHz: 2402 Mbps (802.11ax, HE160)2.4 GHz: 574 Mbps (802.11ax) |
| WiFi Range | 3 Bedroom Houses Multiple antennas form a signal-boosting array to cover more directions and large areasBeamformingConcentrates wireless signal strength towards clients to expand WiFi rangeHigh-Power FEMImproves transmission power to strengthen signal coverage |
| WiFi Capacity | High Dual-BandAllocate devices to different bands for optimal performanceOFDMASimultaneously communicates with multiple Wi-Fi 6 clientsAirtime FairnessImproves network efficiency by limiting excessive occupation4 StreamsConnect your devices to more bandwidth |
| Working Modes | Router ModeAP Mode |
| SECURITY | |
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| Network Security | HomeShield Security Real-Time IoT ProtectionMalicious Site BlockerIntrusion Prevention SystemDDoS Attack PreventionHome Network Scanner |
| Guest Network | 1× 5 GHz Guest Network1× 2.4 GHz Guest Network |
| VPN Server | PPTP ServerNOpenVPN ServerN |
| WiFi Encryption | WPA/WPA2WPA3WPA/WPA2-PSK |
| HARDWARE | |
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| Ethernet Ports | 1× Gigabit WAN Port1× Gigabit LAN Port |
| Buttons | WPS ButtonReset Button |
| SOFTWARE | |
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| Protocols | IPv4IPv6 |
| Service Kits | HomeShieldLearn More> |
| EasyMesh | Mesh networking creates smooth, fast, stable roaming. Archer Air R5 can build an EasyMesh network with devices that use EasyMesh technology. Eliminate Wi-Fi dead zones, expand your network, and fill your entire home with high-speed Wi-Fi.Learn More about EasyMesh> |
| Parental Controls | HomeShield Parental Controls Custom ProfilesProfessional Content Filter LibraryFamily TimeBedtimeOff TimeTime RewardsFamily Online Time RankingPause the InternetWeekly and Monthly Reports |
| WAN Types | Dynamic IPStatic IPPPPoEPPPoE + Dynamic IP PPPoE + Static IP L2TP + Dynamic IP L2TP + Static IP PPTP + Dynamic IP PPTP + Static IP |
| Quality of Service | QoS by Device |
| Cloud Service | FOTA Firmware UpgradeTP-Link IDDDNS |
| NAT Forwarding | Port FowardingPort TriggeringDMZUPnP |
| IPTV | ProfileBridgeCustomAllowed range of VLAN ID |
| DHCP | DHCP ServerAddress ReservationDHCP Client List |
| DDNS | TP-LinkNO-IPDynDNS |
| Management | Tether AppWebpageCheck Web Emulator> |
| OTHER | |
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| System Requirements | Internet Explorer 11+, Firefox 12.0+, Chrome 20.0+, Safari 4.0+, or other JavaScript-enabled browserCable 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: -40~60℃Operating Humidity: 10%~90% non-condensingStorage Humidity: 5%~90% |
| TEST DATA | |
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| WiFi Transmission Power | CE: <20dBm(2.4GHz)<23dBm(5.15GHz~5.35GHz)<30dBm(5.47GHz~5.725GHz)FCC:<30dBm(2.4GHz & 5.15GHz~5.825GHz) |
| WiFi Reception Sensitivity | 5GHz-band1:11a 6Mbps:-97dBm11a 54Mbps:-78dBm11ac HT20 MCS8:-74dBm11ac HT40 MCS9:-69dBm11ac HT80 MCS9:-65dBm11ax HE20 MCS0: -97dBm11ax HE20 MCS11: -66dBm11ax HE40 MCS0: -94dBm11ax HE40 MCS11: -63dBm11ax HE80 MCS0: -91dBm11ax HE80 MCS11: -60dBm5GHz-band2:11a 6Mbps:-97dBm11a 54Mbps:-78dBm11ac HT20 MCS8:-74dBm11ac HT40 MCS9:-69dBm11ac HT80 MCS9:-65dBm11ax HE20 MCS0: -97dBm11ax HE20 MCS11: -66dBm11ax HE40 MCS0: -94dBm11ax HE40 MCS11: -63dBm11ax HE80 MCS0: -91dBm11ax HE80 MCS11: -60dBm11ax HE160 MCS0: -88dBm11ax HE160 MCS11: -58dBm5GHz-band3:11a 6Mbps:-97dBm11a 54Mbps:-78dBm11ac HT20 MCS8:-74dBm11ac HT40 MCS9:-69dBm11ac HT80 MCS9:-65dBm11ax HE20 MCS0: -97dBm11ax HE20 MCS11: -66dBm11ax HE40 MCS0: -94dBm11ax HE40 MCS11: -63dBm11ax HE80 MCS0: -91dBm11ax HE80 MCS11: -60dBm11ax HE160 MCS0: -88dBm11ax HE160 MCS11: -58dBm2.4GHz:11g 6Mbps:-96dBm11g 54Mbps:-78dBm11n HT20 MCS7:-76dBm11n HT40 MCS7:-72dBm11ax HE20 MCS0: -95dBm11ax HE20 MCS11: -65dBm11ax HE40 MCS0: -93dBm11ax HE40 MCS11: -62dBm |
| PHYSICAL | |
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| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 8.3 × 5.5 × 0.4 in(210 × 140 × 10.8 mm) |
| Package Contents | Wireless Router Archer Air R5Quick Installation GuidePower AdapterPlastic BracketGigabit Network CableInstallation Accessories |
†Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput and wireless coverage are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of network conditions, client limitations, and environmental factors, including building materials, obstacles, volume and density of traffic, and client location.
‡The maximum capacity is the maximum number of signals that can be connected under ideal conditions, and the specific situation varies with the location of the Router/RE, the type of connected equipment, etc.
§Smart Roaming is designed for devices that support the 802.11k/v standard.
△HomeShield includes the Free Basic Plan. Fees apply for the Pro Plan. Visit tp-link.com/homeshield for more information.
※Archer Air E5 does not support the related features.
☆Make sure your router (R5) is in Router mode. When the router is in AP mode, the extenders cannot join in the network automatically through EasyMesh. You need to set up the network manually via WPS or switch it to Wireless Router mode before continuing.
◇TP-Link EasyMesh-compatible products can network with other devices that use EasyMesh. Failed connections may be due to firmware conflicts of different vendors. The EasyMesh-Compatible function is still being developed on some models and will be supported in subsequent software updates.
*8mm refers to the thickness of the majority of the device. Some portions may exceed this size out of necessity.
**When the router/range extender is working, the metal surface temperature is high. Do not stick or directly mount the router/range extender to wallpaper, paper, wood, glass, non-heat-resistant paint, foam board, flammable and explosive materials, etc, to avoid burns, discoloration, breakage or other accidental injury.
***Archer Air units should be used with the provided Type-C power adapter. Do not use any other chargers than those recommended. Do not use the included power adapter to charge other devices.
****Pictures are for reference only. If there are any inconsistencies between the product image and the actual product, the actual product shall prevail.
*****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.