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.
Warp Speed for
Smooth 8K Streaming
Drastically improved speeds enable streaming, fast downloading, and gaming, all at the same time. Need to go faster?
Hop on 5 GHz with full speed-boosting features to stream multiple 8K videos without lagging.
Extensive Wi-Fi Coverage with Advanced Technology
Enjoy stable Wi-Fi connections, even in the kitchen and bedroom. High-Power FEM, 6× Antennas, Beamforming, and 4T4R structures combine to adapt Wi-Fi coverage to perfectly fit your home and concentrate signal strength towards your devices.
Connect
100+ Devices
Easily handle dozens of devices streaming and gaming at the same time — OFDMA and MU-MIMO combine to future-proof your home network by providing greater capacity to connect more devices.
OFDMA
Enables different devices to share one transmission stream, increasing efficiency.‡
MU-MIMO
Transmits data to different devices simultaneously using multiple streams.**
Designed to Be Cool
The slant rectangle atop of the scaled armor design provides a contemporary aesthetic. The vent design takes up 167 cm² (25 in²) of its top surface for improved heat dissipation, unleashing the whole machine's full power.
TP-Link HomeShield:
Advanced Security for Unlimited Clients
HomeShield protects all connected clients against DDoS, malicious sites, and port intrusion, delivering a safe network environment for your data and privacy.
Enhanced IoT Security
HomeShield identifies IoT devices, including cameras and voice assistants, to block all potential security holes and secure your privacy.
DDoS Attack Prevention
HomeShield will record abnormal incoming traffic, and the device will automatically block requests from enlisted IPs.
Robust Parental Controls
Manage online time and block inappropriate content to keep your family safe online.
Leading Security by Avira®
Avira, an award-winning tech company, relied on by 500 million users, powers HomeShield and continually updates it, ensuring your network stays care-free.
TP-Link OneMesh™: Flexibly Create Whole Home
WiFi with Archer AX72
Want to build a whole-home Wi-Fi? Archer AX72 supports OneMesh to form seamless whole-home coverage, preventing drops and lag when moving between signals.
Easy Setup and Use
Whether you prefer the intuitive Tether App or the powerful web interface, you can set up your Archer AX72 in minutes. The Tether App allows you to manage network settings from any Android or iOS device.
| Ports & interfaces |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 4 |
| USB port | Y |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
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| Weight & dimensions |
| Width | 272.5 mm |
| Depth | 147.2 mm |
| Height | 49.2 mm |
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| Power |
| Power source type | DC |
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| Operational conditions |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -40 - 70 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90% |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 90% |
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| Protocols |
| DHCP client | Y |
| Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) | Y |
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| Network |
| Ethernet LAN | Y |
| Ethernet LAN interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Cabling technology | 10/100/1000Base-T(X) |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11ax, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g |
| Port forwarding | Y |
| Port triggering | Y |
| Dynamic DNS (DDNS) | Y |
| Wireless Distribution System (WDS) bridge | Y |
| Support Samba (storage) | Y |
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| Security |
| Security algorithms | WPA, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2, WPA2-Enterprise, WPA3 |
| Firewall | Y |
| Access Control List (ACL) | Y |
| DoS attack prevention | Y |
| Parental control | Y |
| Filtering | Y |
| MAC address filtering | Y |
| IP address filtering | Y |
| DMZ support | Y |
| Network address translation (NAT) | Y |
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| Wireless LAN features |
| Wi-Fi band | Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| WLAN data transfer rate (max) | 5400 Mbit/s |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| WLAN data transfer rate (first band) | 4804 Mbit/s |
| WLAN data transfer rate (second band) | 574 Mbit/s |
| Modulation | OFDM, 1024-QAM |
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| Management features |
| Web-based management | Y |
| Quality of Service (QoS) support | Y |
| Reset button | Y |
| WPS push button | Y |
| MU-MIMO technology | Y |
| MIMO | Y |
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| Antenna |
| Antenna design | External |
| Antennas quantity | 6 |
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| Design |
| Product type | Portable router |
| Product colour | Black |
| On/off switch | Y |
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| Features |
| Built-in processor | Y |
| Processor frequency | 1000 MHz |
| Processor cores | 2 |
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| WAN connection |
| Ethernet WAN | Y |
| DSL WAN | Y |
| WAN connection type | RJ-45 |
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