WIRELESS
Standards	Wi-Fi 5IEEE 802.11ac/n/a 5 GHzIEEE 802.11n/b/g 2.4 GHz
WiFi Speeds	AC19005 GHz: 1300 Mbps (802.11ac)2.4 GHz: 600 Mbps (802.11n)
WiFi Range	3 Bedroom Houses 3× Fixed High-Performance AntennasMultiple antennas form a signal-boosting array to cover more directions and large areasBeamformingConcentrates wireless signal strength towards clients to expand WiFi range
WiFi Capacity	Medium Dual-BandAllocate devices to different bands for optimal performance3×3 MU-MIMOSimultaneously communicates with multiple MU-MIMO clientsAirtime FairnessImproves network efficiency by limiting excessive occupation
Working Modes	Router ModeAccess Point Mode

HARDWARE
Processor	1.2 GHz Single-Core CPU
Ethernet Ports	1× Gigabit WAN Port4× Gigabit LAN Ports
Buttons	WPS/Wi-Fi ButtonPower On/Off ButtonReset Button
Power	US Version:12 V ⎓ 1.5 AEU Version:12 V ⎓ 1 A

SECURITY
WiFi Encryption	WEPWPAWPA2WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x)
Network Security	SPI FirewallAccess ControlIP & MAC BindingApplication Layer Gateway
Guest Network	1× 5 GHz Guest Network1× 2.4 GHz Guest Network

SOFTWARE
Protocols	IPv4IPv6
OneMesh™	OneMesh™ SupportedWithout replacing your existing devices or buying a whole new WiFi ecosystem, OneMesh™ helps you create a more flexible network that covers your entire home with TP-Link OneMesh™ products.Learn More>All OneMesh Products>
Parental Controls	URL FilteringTime Controls
WAN Types	Dynamic IPStatic IPPPPoEPPTPL2TP
Quality of Service	QoS by Device
Cloud Service	OTA Firmware UpgradeTP-Link IDDDNS
NAT Forwarding	Port ForwardingPort TriggeringDMZUPnP
IPTV	IGMP ProxyIGMP SnoopingBridgeTag VLAN
DHCP	Address ReservationDHCP Client ListServer
DDNS	TP-LinkNO-IPDynDNS
Management	Tether AppWebpageCheck Web Emulator>

PHYSICAL
Dimensions (W×D×H)	9.6 × 6.4 × 1.3 in(243 × 160.6 × 32.5 mm)
Package Contents	Wi-Fi Router Archer A8Power AdapterRJ45 Ethernet CableQuick Installation Guide

OTHER
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, RoHS
Environment	Operating Temperature: 0℃~40℃ (32℉ ~104℉)Storage Temperature: -40℃~70℃ (-40℉ ~158℉)Operating Humidity: 10%~90% non-condensingStorage Humidity: 5%~90% non-condensing

TEST DATA
WiFi Transmission Power	FCC:<30dBm(2.4 GHz & 5 GHz)
WiFi Reception Sensitivity	5 GHz:11a 6Mbps:-98dBm, 11a 54Mbps:-78dBm11ac VHT20_MCS0:-98dBm, 11ac VHT20_MCS8:-72dBm11ac VHT40_MCS0:-92dBm, 11ac VHT40_MCS9:-68dBm11ac VHT80_MCS0:-89dBm, 11ac VHT80_MCS9:-64dBm2.4 GHz:11g 6Mbps:-97dBm, 11a 54Mbps:-77dBm11n VHT20_MCS0:-97dBm, 11n VHT20_MCS8:-72dBm11n VHT40_MCS0:-92dBm, 11n VHT40_MCS9:-67dBm