TP-Link Archer C6 wireless router Fast Ethernet Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) White
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 5 (802.11ac) |
| WLAN data transfer rate (max) | 867 |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| WLAN data transfer rate (first band) | 450 |
| WLAN data transfer rate (second band) | 867 |
| Network | |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN interface type | Fast Ethernet |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100 |
| Cabling technology | 10/100Base-T(X) |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.11a,IEEE 802.11ac,IEEE 802.11b,IEEE 802.11g,IEEE 802.11n |
| Port forwarding | Yes |
| VPN Passthrough | Yes |
| VPN support | PPTP, L2TP, IPSec |
| Receiver sensitivity | 5GHz: 11a 54M: -76dBm 11ac VHT20 MCS8: -70dBm 11ac VHT40 MCS9: -65.5dBm 11ac VHT80 MCS9: -61.5dBm 2.4G: 11g 54M: -76dBm 11n HT20 MCS7: -74dBm 11n HT40 MCS7: -71dBm |
| Mobile network | |
| 3G | No |
| 4G | No |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 5 |
| USB port | No |
| Memory card slot(s) | No |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
| Management features | |
| Reset button | Yes |
| WPS push button | Yes |
| Security | |
| Security algorithms | 64-bit WEP,128-bit WEP,WPA,WPA-PSK,WPA2,WPA2-PSK |
| Firewall | Yes |
| Guest access | Yes |
| Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) | Yes |
| DoS attack prevention | Yes |
| Filtering | Yes |
| MAC address filtering | Yes |
| IP address filtering | Yes |
| DMZ support | Yes |
| Protocols | |
| DHCP client | Yes |
| DHCP server | Yes |
| Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) | Yes |
| VoIP protocols | IPv4, IPv6 |
| Design | |
| Product colour | White |
| Indication light | Yes |
| LED indicators | LAN,Power,WLAN |
| On/off switch | Yes |
| Product type | Tabletop router |
| Packaging content | |
| Cables included | LAN (RJ-45) |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Manual | Yes |
| Quick installation guide | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Antenna | |
| Antenna design | External |
| Antennas quantity | 5 |
| Transmit power | CE: <20dBm(2.4GHz), <23dBm(5GHz) |
| Power | |
| Power source type | AC |
| Output voltage | 12 |
| Output current | 1 |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -40 - 70 |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 90 |
| System requirements | |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 Education,Windows 10 Education x64,Windows 10 Enterprise,Windows 10 Enterprise x64,Windows 10 Home,Windows 10 Home x64,Windows 10 Pro,Windows 10 Pro x64,Windows 7 Enterprise,Windows 7 Enterprise x64,Windows 7 Home Basic,Windows 7 Home Basic x64,Windows 7 Home Premium,Windows 7 Home Premium x64,Windows 7 Professional,Windows 7 Professional x64,Windows 7 Starter,Windows 7 Starter x64,Windows 7 Ultimate,Windows 7 Ultimate x64,Windows 8,Windows 8 Enterprise,Windows 8 Enterprise x64,Windows 8 Pro,Windows 8 Pro x64,Windows 8 x64,Windows 8.1,Windows 8.1 Enterprise,Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64,Windows 8.1 Pro,Windows 8.1 Pro x64,Windows 8.1 x64,Windows Vista Business,Windows Vista Business x64,Windows Vista Enterprise,Windows Vista Enterprise x64,Windows Vista Home Basic,Windows Vista Home Basic x64,Windows Vista Home Premium,Windows Vista Home Premium x64,Windows Vista Ultimate,Windows Vista Ultimate x64,Windows XP Home,Windows XP Home x64,Windows XP Professional,Windows XP Professional x64 |
| Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
| Mac operating systems supported | macOS |
| Mac compatibility | Yes |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 215 |
| Depth | 117 |
| Height | 32 |
| Packaging data | |
| Package width | 350 |
| Package depth | 240 |
| Package height | 82 |
| Package weight | 870 |
| Package type | Box |
| Logistics data | |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85176990 |
| Other features | |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 1 |
Delivery Options
Economy Delivery (UK)
Fast & Tracked by Courier (UK)
The 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.
5 High-Performance Antennas for
WiFi Coverage throughout Your Home
Four 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.
Access Point Mode
Switch the working mode of the Archer C6 to Access Point Mode to share your wired network with other wireless devices.
MU-MIMO
Increases Speed, Throughput, Capacity
MU-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.
Gigabit Connectivity, 10× Faster
With one Gigabit WAN port and four Gigabit LAN port, speeds can be up to 10× faster than a standard Ethernet
connection. Connect an Ethernet cable from the router’s Gigabit Ethernet port to your favorite gaming consoles, smart TV’s and more for reliable high-speed connections.
Easy Setup and Management with the Tether APP
The free Tether app is available for both Android and iOS devices, making it easy to set up the Archer C6 and manage your network settings.
| 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 5 (802.11ac) |
| WLAN data transfer rate (max) | 867 |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| WLAN data transfer rate (first band) | 450 |
| WLAN data transfer rate (second band) | 867 |
| Network | |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN interface type | Fast Ethernet |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100 |
| Cabling technology | 10/100Base-T(X) |
| Networking standards | IEEE 802.11a,IEEE 802.11ac,IEEE 802.11b,IEEE 802.11g,IEEE 802.11n |
| Port forwarding | Yes |
| VPN Passthrough | Yes |
| VPN support | PPTP, L2TP, IPSec |
| Receiver sensitivity | 5GHz: 11a 54M: -76dBm 11ac VHT20 MCS8: -70dBm 11ac VHT40 MCS9: -65.5dBm 11ac VHT80 MCS9: -61.5dBm 2.4G: 11g 54M: -76dBm 11n HT20 MCS7: -74dBm 11n HT40 MCS7: -71dBm |
| Mobile network | |
| 3G | No |
| 4G | No |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 5 |
| USB port | No |
| Memory card slot(s) | No |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
| Management features | |
| Reset button | Yes |
| WPS push button | Yes |
| Security | |
| Security algorithms | 64-bit WEP,128-bit WEP,WPA,WPA-PSK,WPA2,WPA2-PSK |
| Firewall | Yes |
| Guest access | Yes |
| Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) | Yes |
| DoS attack prevention | Yes |
| Filtering | Yes |
| MAC address filtering | Yes |
| IP address filtering | Yes |
| DMZ support | Yes |
| Protocols | |
| DHCP client | Yes |
| DHCP server | Yes |
| Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) | Yes |
| VoIP protocols | IPv4, IPv6 |
| Design | |
| Product colour | White |
| Indication light | Yes |
| LED indicators | LAN,Power,WLAN |
| On/off switch | Yes |
| Product type | Tabletop router |
| Packaging content | |
| Cables included | LAN (RJ-45) |
| AC adapter included | Yes |
| Manual | Yes |
| Quick installation guide | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Antenna | |
| Antenna design | External |
| Antennas quantity | 5 |
| Transmit power | CE: <20dBm(2.4GHz), <23dBm(5GHz) |
| Power | |
| Power source type | AC |
| Output voltage | 12 |
| Output current | 1 |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -40 - 70 |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 90 |
| System requirements | |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 Education,Windows 10 Education x64,Windows 10 Enterprise,Windows 10 Enterprise x64,Windows 10 Home,Windows 10 Home x64,Windows 10 Pro,Windows 10 Pro x64,Windows 7 Enterprise,Windows 7 Enterprise x64,Windows 7 Home Basic,Windows 7 Home Basic x64,Windows 7 Home Premium,Windows 7 Home Premium x64,Windows 7 Professional,Windows 7 Professional x64,Windows 7 Starter,Windows 7 Starter x64,Windows 7 Ultimate,Windows 7 Ultimate x64,Windows 8,Windows 8 Enterprise,Windows 8 Enterprise x64,Windows 8 Pro,Windows 8 Pro x64,Windows 8 x64,Windows 8.1,Windows 8.1 Enterprise,Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64,Windows 8.1 Pro,Windows 8.1 Pro x64,Windows 8.1 x64,Windows Vista Business,Windows Vista Business x64,Windows Vista Enterprise,Windows Vista Enterprise x64,Windows Vista Home Basic,Windows Vista Home Basic x64,Windows Vista Home Premium,Windows Vista Home Premium x64,Windows Vista Ultimate,Windows Vista Ultimate x64,Windows XP Home,Windows XP Home x64,Windows XP Professional,Windows XP Professional x64 |
| Linux operating systems supported | Yes |
| Mac operating systems supported | macOS |
| Mac compatibility | Yes |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 215 |
| Depth | 117 |
| Height | 32 |
| Packaging data | |
| Package width | 350 |
| Package depth | 240 |
| Package height | 82 |
| Package weight | 870 |
| Package type | Box |
| Logistics data | |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85176990 |
| Other features | |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 1 |
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 very flexible and hassle free returns policy. If
for whatever reason you are not happy with the item purchased you can return
it to us within 12months for a refund (for unused and unopened
items) or within 30 days on opened and used items for a refund. This
applies to items purchased direct through Buykingston only.
Our 30 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items opened and used and that are returned in a resellable
condition.
Our 365 Day Returns Money Back Guarantee Satisfaction
Guarantee:
For items that remain sealed and unused.
Some items are excluded from our moneyback guarantee unless they have developed a fault. These include;
- Headphones
- Earphones
- Custom made and designed products such as flash memory products with
custom logo’s on them. E,g USB flash drives and memory cards with your own
logo
Returns FAQs
What is your returns criteria?
On opened items 30 days from date of receipt or expected date of receipt on
non tracked items.
On unopened items 365 days.
How do i go about returning my order?
Please contact us via our contact page with
your order number where we will present you with an RMA number and returns
label.
Do i need to contact you before returning my order?
Yes, to obtain an RMA number.
Does my item have to include its original packaging?
Yes for items that fall within our 30 day money back guarantee and our 365
day returns. Of course for faulty items we realise you may no longer have
the packaging.
Who deals with the warranty on a faulty item?
We will. In some circumstances we may ask you to contact the manufacturer
direct for assistance.
Please ensure you have read and comply in full with Section 11 & 13 of our terms and conditions which you can read here in full.