TP-Link Archer AX3000 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 6 Air Router
Product Technical Specification
| WAN connection | |
| Ethernet WAN | Yes |
| DSL WAN | No |
| SIM card slot | No |
| 3G/4G USB modem compatibility | No |
| WAN connection type | RJ-45 |
| 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) | 2976 |
| 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) | 574 |
| WLAN data transfer rate (second band) | 2402 |
| Network | |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 |
| Number of guest networks (2.4 GHz) | 1 |
| Number of guest networks (5 GHz) | 1 |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| USB port | Yes |
| USB charging port | Yes |
| Management features | |
| Quality of Service (QoS) support | Yes |
| Reset button | Yes |
| WPS push button | Yes |
| Security | |
| Security algorithms | WPA,WPA-PSK,WPA2,WPA2-PSK,WPA3 |
| Guest access | Yes |
| Protocols | |
| DHCP server | Yes |
| Supported network protocols | IPv4, IPv6 |
| Design | |
| Product colour | White |
| Wall mountable | Yes |
| Product type | Tabletop router |
| Packaging content | |
| Manual | Yes |
| Antenna | |
| Antenna design | Internal |
| Features | |
| Certification | FCC, CE, RoHS |
| Power | |
| Power source type | USB |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -40 - 60 |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 90 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 148 |
| Depth | 10.8 |
| Height | 210 |
| Packaging data | |
| Package type | Box |
Delivery Options
Economy Delivery (UK)
Fast & Tracked by Courier (UK)
Extraordinary Performance
AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 Air Router
Ultra-Thin and Minimalist Design
Archer Air R5 has a compact size of 210×148×10.8mm and is even thinner than a wall outlet.
The pure white shell, minimalist lines and rounded corners form an elegant appearance and make Archer Air R5 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 R5’s look.
Flexible Installation, Ultra Convenience
Archer Air R5 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.
Live in the Fast Lane with WiFi 6
Armed with AX3000 WiFi 6, Air R5 is built to deliver a huge boost in speed, capacity, and coverage.
Smart Antennas for All-Round Coverage
Archer Air R5’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 built-in smart antennas, Archer Air R5 boosts WiFi signals throughout your home. Beamforming technology detects devices and concentrates signals towards them, especially in hard-to-reach areas.
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.
WiFi Dead Zone Killer
Eliminate weak signal areas with WiFi coverage for the whole house
Smart Roaming
Uninterrupted streaming when moving around your home
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.
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.
Easy Setup and Use
Whether you prefer the intuitive Tether app or TP-Link’s powerful web interface, you can set up your Archer Air R5 in minutes. The Tether app allows you to manage network settings from any Android or iOS device.
Protect Your Children
Block inappropriate content for your children, and customize a time range for better online habits.
New Connection Notification
You will be notified by your phone when new devices connect. Kick off any suspicious connections and block them. It’s as simple as that.
Easy Firmware Upgrade
Tired of upgrading firmware manually? OTA updates simplify firmware upgrades with a click in the management panel. To keep your security and functions always up to date, just turn on the auto schedule.
| WAN connection | |
| Ethernet WAN | Yes |
| DSL WAN | No |
| SIM card slot | No |
| 3G/4G USB modem compatibility | No |
| WAN connection type | RJ-45 |
| 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) | 2976 |
| 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) | 574 |
| WLAN data transfer rate (second band) | 2402 |
| Network | |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 |
| Number of guest networks (2.4 GHz) | 1 |
| Number of guest networks (5 GHz) | 1 |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| USB port | Yes |
| USB charging port | Yes |
| Management features | |
| Quality of Service (QoS) support | Yes |
| Reset button | Yes |
| WPS push button | Yes |
| Security | |
| Security algorithms | WPA,WPA-PSK,WPA2,WPA2-PSK,WPA3 |
| Guest access | Yes |
| Protocols | |
| DHCP server | Yes |
| Supported network protocols | IPv4, IPv6 |
| Design | |
| Product colour | White |
| Wall mountable | Yes |
| Product type | Tabletop router |
| Packaging content | |
| Manual | Yes |
| Antenna | |
| Antenna design | Internal |
| Features | |
| Certification | FCC, CE, RoHS |
| Power | |
| Power source type | USB |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -40 - 60 |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 90 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 148 |
| Depth | 10.8 |
| Height | 210 |
| Packaging data | |
| Package type | Box |
Buykingston order despatch times:
We will despatch your order the very same day if we receive cleared payment by 12:00 pm Mon-Fri.
These delivery estimates apply when you order up to 12:00 pm Mon-Fri (excluding public holidays).
We charge a one off delivery cost as outlined below regardless of how many items you order or the weight of your order.
Estimated delivery times are provided to us by the respective delivery companies. We pass this information onto you, the customer.
Despatch times do not apply to UK public holidays.
Estimated delivery times are taken from the next available working day available for delivery. For example if an order was despatched on a working Wednesday by 3pm, the first available working day for delivery would be Thursday provided you placed your order by 3pm on the Wednesday. If the next available weekday is a UK bank holiday/public holiday then your order will be despatched on the next available working day.
Our warehouse reserves the right to upgrade the delivery method you select on your order.
Our available delivery options*
Contact us for a shipping quote.
*All delivery times are estimated unless stated.
Product Returns Note
Buykingston offers a simple, hassle-free returns policy. If for whatever
reason you are not happy with the item purchased, you can return it to us
within 14 days of receipt for a refund. This applies to items purchased
direct through Buykingston only.
Our 14 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee:
For items returned in resaleable condition, with all original packaging. If
an item has been opened for inspection but shows signs of use beyond that, a
deduction may apply to reflect the reduced value — see our full
Terms & Conditions
(Section 12) for details.
Some items are excluded from our money-back guarantee unless they have developed a fault. These include:
- Headphones
- Earphones
- Custom made and designed products, such as flash memory products with
custom logos on them, e.g. USB flash drives and memory cards with your own
logo
Returns FAQs
What is your returns criteria?
14 days from date of receipt, or expected date of receipt on non-tracked
items.
How do I go about returning my order?
Please contact us
via our contact page with your order number. We will provide you with an RMA
number and return instructions, including your return deadline and whether a
freepost label applies to your order.
Do I need to contact you before returning my order?
Yes, to obtain an RMA number before sending anything back.
Does my item have to include its original packaging?
Yes, to qualify for our 14 day money-back guarantee. For faulty items, we
understand you may no longer have the original packaging.
Who pays for return postage?
If your item is faulty, damaged, or not as described, we cover reasonable
return postage, or provide a freepost label where available. If you are
returning an item for another reason (including simply changing your mind),
you are responsible for return postage unless we have expressly confirmed a
freepost label in your RMA email — we recommend using a tracked and
insured service for items of significant value.
Who deals with the warranty on a faulty item?
We will. In some circumstances we may ask you to contact the manufacturer
directly for assistance.
Please ensure you have read and comply in full with Sections 11–13 of our Terms & Conditions.