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Create aWireless AC network with the Archer C59. Experience smoother HD streaming and online gaming with AC1200 Wi-Fi over dual 5GHz (867Mbps) and 2.4GHz (450Mbps) bands. Quickly set up the router and manage network settings from your mobile device with the free TP-Link Tether app (Android, iOS), or with the updated Web UI.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Great upgrade router for every day user
on February 12, 2017
Posted by: AndrewSeattle
I installed this at my in-laws house to upgrade their old D-Link router that had poor range to this one.
Install: 5 stars
The installation was super easy and straight-forward. A quick start guide is included with 5 steps. Basically turn off your modem, disconnect old router, connect new router, turn on modem and wait 2 minutes to startup, then turn on router (press on/off switch). Then connect to the router (wired or wirelessly) and go through the setup.
I was able to replicate the previous wireless names/passwords and an all the devices in the house connected to this new router seamlessly. No need to re-enter passwords for the most part.
Only one login is allowed into the administration page, so if you don't log out of the one you setup on, you won't be able to get in. I had to switch my laptop back to the original network (wired instead of wireless) and logout before I could access it from the wireless network.
Operation:
The range on this router is far superior to the previous wireless router. Full signal strength to areas where I was only able to get 1-2 bars before. The house isn't very big, but has a lot of walls, that reduced the strength.
The 2.4Ghz wireless worked well for all the devices I tested. Only issue I had was a Surface Pro 4 (Windows 10) that recognized the wireless network as 2nd of the same name so had it listed twice, which was confusing. Had to make it forget the previous network.
The 5Ghz wireless worked for most of my devices since it was the first time they were seeing it. The only issue I had was a work laptop, Lenovo T460s (Windows 10 Pro) that wouldn't connect to the 5Ghz network for some reason. Finally gave up and switched it to the 2.4Ghz to connect. Good thing there's two wireless networks.
Extra features:
There are Guest wireless networks (2.4 & 5Ghz) available if you want, but it is off by default.
There is a USB port for network storage or printer. To get the printer to work, you need to download something from the TP-Link support site, to make it work, so I didn't try it.
Standard router features are available (port forwarding, UPnP, etc)
There is a VPN option available too which could be helpful for some.
Remote management also is an option.
The LED lights on the router can be turned off as well if you want it to run dark.
This is not a top of the line router (those cost 2-3 times more), but for the price, an excellent choice. It would give it a 4 star overall rating if comparing to more expensive routers, but at this price, probably one of the best you can get.
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My Best Buy number: 2683149700
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Get the maximum Internet speeds with this TP-LINK cable modem router. Certified compatible with the latest high-speed technology, this modem provides top-speed wireless connections up to 300 Mbps for fast downloads, streaming and gaming. Dual IPv4 and IPv6 Internet Protocol capability in this TP-LINK cable modem router ensures you're ready for the future.
 
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4 out of 5
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Great deal for the price
on September 20, 2016
Posted by: AndrewSeattle
This is a review of a free product received from TP-LINK as part of the review program.
Combining a wireless router and a cable modem in one package for this price is a good deal if your budget conscience. It is only Wireless 2.4Ghz (802.11b/g/n), no 5 Ghz (802.11a).
The wireless range is good, but not as good as a standalone wireless router with external antennas. I have a couple Chromecast audio devices that are 2 stories down that come and go from the network, which I didn't have a problem with my previous TP-Link AC1750 router. I did seem to get better range horizontally though (I have a long house). So it really is just a matter of being able to adjust the antennas.
The cable modem seems to reset every few days, which resets the whole router. I'm on Comcast in Seattle, and it seems to that the cable modem is getting a signal "Resetting the cable modem due to docsDevResetNow" from Comcast. Searching the internet about it, it seems like it's a signal that is sent when they detect weak signal strength or other issues. Previously I had a TC-7610 cable modem that would degrade in connection speed and needed to be rebooted every few days manually (returned for replacement). I'm not sure if this is a TP-Link cable modem design issue or Comcast, but I had no problems with a Surfboard modem previous to this. At least I don't have to manually reboot this cable modem as it does it for you when signal/connection gets bad, but having your internet reset every few days isn't a good feature. I deduct one star for that.
I now have a replacement TP-Link TC-7610 and will see if I have the same issues with needing to reboot the cable modem.
I would recommend this product for people with basic internet connection needs, but if you have a big house or do a lot of streaming, you will want to spend some more money and get a standalone modem and a wireless router that suits your needs.
My Best Buy number: 2683149700
I would recommend this to a friend!
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