{"product_id":"tp-link-archer-c6-ac1200-dual-band-mu-mimo-gigabit-router","title":"TP-Link Archer C6 AC1200 Dual-Band MU-MIMO Gigabit Router","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe TP-Link Archer C6 is a dual-band WiFi router built for homes that need reliable coverage across multiple rooms and devices. It combines 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands to deliver speeds up to 1200 Mbps total, with five antennas and beamforming technology to reach every corner of your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-band speeds reach 1200 Mbps total\u003c\/strong\u003e — The 5 GHz band delivers 867 Mbps for HD video and gaming, while the 2.4 GHz band provides 300 Mbps for everyday browsing and email.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive antennas for whole-home coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e — Four external antennas and one internal antenna work with beamforming to concentrate the signal toward your devices for more stable connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMU-MIMO serves multiple devices at once\u003c\/strong\u003e — The router communicates with up to 2 devices simultaneously, cutting bandwidth congestion and lag across your network.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive Gigabit Ethernet ports for wired devices\u003c\/strong\u003e — One WAN port and four LAN ports connect gaming consoles, smart TVs and other devices at speeds up to 10 times faster than standard Ethernet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManage your network from your phone\u003c\/strong\u003e — The free TP-Link Tether app for Android and iOS makes setup and network management simple from anywhere in your home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eTotal throughput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAC1200 (867 Mbps 5 GHz + 300 Mbps 2.4 GHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eAntennas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4 external + 1 internal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eEthernet ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 WAN + 4 LAN Gigabit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eModes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRouter or Access Point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold;width:35%;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e215 × 117 × 32 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch5\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Works with any device that supports 802.11ac, 802.11n, 802.11a, 802.11b or 802.11g WiFi standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Supports WPA, WPA2, WPA3 and WPA\/WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x) security protocols.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Can function as an Access Point to extend a wired network wirelessly, or as a primary router.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Accepts Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP and L2TP WAN connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: EasyMesh compatible — can build a mesh network with other EasyMesh-enabled routers, but not with older TP-Link mesh systems that use different technology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eBest For \/ Trade-offs\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamilies with multiple connected devices who need reliable coverage without dead zones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGamers and streamers on the 5 GHz band who want low-latency, high-speed connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWired-device setups like smart TVs or gaming consoles that benefit from Gigabit Ethernet speeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsers who prefer app-based setup and control over web interfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrade-offs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery large homes or multi-story buildings that need coverage beyond the antenna range of a single router.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsers requiring WiFi 6 (802.11ax) performance; this router is AC1200 (802.11ac) only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnterprise environments needing advanced QoS, VPN passthrough or complex VLAN setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Archer C6 creates a reliable and blazing-fast network powered by 802.11ac WiFi technology. The 2.4 GHz band delivers speeds up to 300 Mbps allowing you to email and browse the web, while the 5 GHz band delivers speeds up to 867 Mbps making it ideal for HD video streaming and lag-free online gaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFour external antennas and one internal antenna send WiFi signals to every corner of your home. Stay connected and enjoy fast WiFi whether you are lounging on the sofa or on the balcony. With a powerful chipset, the Archer C6 provides ideal WiFi coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSwitch the working mode of the Archer C6 to Access Point Mode to share your wired network with other wireless devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMU-MIMO enables the Archer C6 to serve multiple devices simultaneously. Say goodbye to bandwidth congestion and lag as you zip through a more efficient network built for more users and more devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith one Gigabit WAN port and four Gigabit LAN port, speeds can be up to 10× faster than a standard Ethernet connection. 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