Features:11 Gbps Tri-Band Wi-Fi-5760 Mbps (6 GHz) +4320 Mbps (5 GHz)* + 574Mbps (2.4GHz). †2.5 Gbps Wired Connections - 4x2.5 Gbps ports ensure max flexibility and boosted throughput. §Wireless and Wired Combined Backhaul-Connects a wireless and wired backhaul with each unit simultaneously to improveoverall throughput and reduce latency. - Multi-Link Operation (MLO)-Simultaneously send and receive data across different bands and channels to increase throughput, reduce latency, and improve reliability.? 320 MHz Channels-Double the bandwidth and enables many more simultaneous transmissions at the fastest possible speeds.? Works on the 6 GHz Band - Minimizes congestion with greenfield spectrum, delivering robust high-speed connections.? TP-Link Home - Shield - Provides comprehensive network protection, robust parental controls, and real-time Io - T security. *Universal Compatibility - Backward compatible with all Wi-Fi generations and works with any internet service provider (ISP) and modem.? * The 240MHz bandwidth may be unavailable in the 5Gband in Australia due to regulatory restrictions. - Specifications:WIRELESSStandards :Wi-Fi 7IEEE 802.11be/ax 6 GHz - IEEE 802.11be/ax/ac/n/a 5 GHz - IEEE 802.11ax/n/b/g 2.4 GHzWiFi Speeds :BE110006 GHz: 5760 Mbps (802.11be)5 GHz: 4320 Mbps (802.11be)*2.4 GHz: 574 Mbps (802.11ax)* The 240MHz bandwidth may be unavailable in the 5G band in Australia due to regulatory restrictions.WiFi Range :Broader Whole Home Coverage - TP-Link Mesh Technology - Optional Ethernet backhaul work together to link Deco units to provide seamless coverage - AI-Driven Mesh - Intelligently learns the network environment to provide ideal Wi-Fi unique to your home4x High-Performance Antennas (Internal)Multiple antennas form a signal-boosting array to cover more directions and large areasTri-BandA newly-opened 6 GHz band brings more bandwidth and faster speedsWiFi Capaci...
Features:11 Gbps Tri-Band Wi-Fi-5760 Mbps (6 GHz) +4320 Mbps (5 GHz)* + 574Mbps (2.4GHz). †2.5 Gbps Wired Connections - 4x2.5 Gbps ports ensure max flexibility and boosted throughput. §Wireless and Wired Combined Backhaul-Connects a wireless and wired backhaul with each unit simultaneously to improveoverall throughput and reduce latency. - Multi-Link Operation (MLO)-Simultaneously send and receive data across different bands and channels to increase throughput, reduce latency, and improve reliability.? 320 MHz Channels-Double the bandwidth and enables many more simultaneous transmissions at the fastest possible speeds.? Works on the 6 GHz Band - Minimizes congestion with greenfield spectrum, delivering robust high-speed connections.? TP-Link Home - Shield - Provides comprehensive network protection, robust parental controls, and real-time Io - T security. *Universal Compatibility - Backward compatible with all Wi-Fi generations and works with any internet service provider (ISP) and modem.? * The 240MHz bandwidth may be unavailable in the 5Gband in Australia due to regulatory restrictions. - Specifications:WIRELESSStandards :Wi-Fi 7IEEE 802.11be/ax 6 GHz - IEEE 802.11be/ax/ac/n/a 5 GHz - IEEE 802.11ax/n/b/g 2.4 GHzWiFi Speeds :BE110006 GHz: 5760 Mbps (802.11be)5 GHz: 4320 Mbps (802.11be)*2.4 GHz: 574 Mbps (802.11ax)* The 240MHz bandwidth may be unavailable in the 5G band in Australia due to regulatory restrictions.WiFi Range :Broader Whole Home Coverage - TP-Link Mesh Technology - Optional Ethernet backhaul work together to link Deco units to provide seamless coverage - AI-Driven Mesh - Intelligently learns the network environment to provide ideal Wi-Fi unique to your home4x High-Performance Antennas (Internal)Multiple antennas form a signal-boosting array to cover more directions and large areasTri-BandA newly-opened 6 GHz band brings more bandwidth and faster speedsWiFi Capaci...
Features:11 Gbps Tri-Band Wi-Fi-5760 Mbps (6 GHz) +4320 Mbps (5 GHz)* + 574Mbps (2.4GHz). †2.5 Gbps Wired Connections - 4x2.5 Gbps ports ensure max flexibility and boosted throughput. §Wireless and Wired Combined Backhaul-Connects a wireless and wired backhaul with each unit simultaneously to improveoverall throughput and reduce latency. - Multi-Link Operation (MLO)-Simultaneously send and receive data across different bands and channels to increase throughput, reduce latency, and improve reliability.? 320 MHz Channels-Double the bandwidth and enables many more simultaneous transmissions at the fastest possible speeds.? Works on the 6 GHz Band - Minimizes congestion with greenfield spectrum, delivering robust high-speed connections.? TP-Link Home - Shield - Provides comprehensive network protection, robust parental controls, and real-time Io - T security. *Universal Compatibility - Backward compatible with all Wi-Fi generations and works with any internet service provider (ISP) and modem.? * The 240MHz bandwidth may be unavailable in the 5Gband in Australia due to regulatory restrictions. - Specifications:WIRELESSStandards :Wi-Fi 7IEEE 802.11be/ax 6 GHz - IEEE 802.11be/ax/ac/n/a 5 GHz - IEEE 802.11ax/n/b/g 2.4 GHzWiFi Speeds :BE110006 GHz: 5760 Mbps (802.11be)5 GHz: 4320 Mbps (802.11be)*2.4 GHz: 574 Mbps (802.11ax)* The 240MHz bandwidth may be unavailable in the 5G band in Australia due to regulatory restrictions.WiFi Range :Broader Whole Home Coverage - TP-Link Mesh Technology - Optional Ethernet backhaul work together to link Deco units to provide seamless coverage - AI-Driven Mesh - Intelligently learns the network environment to provide ideal Wi-Fi unique to your home4x High-Performance Antennas (Internal)Multiple antennas form a signal-boosting array to cover more directions and large areasTri-BandA newly-opened 6 GHz band brings more bandwidth and faster speedsWiFi Capaci...
Features:11 Gbps Tri-Band Wi-Fi-5760 Mbps (6 GHz) +4320 Mbps (5 GHz)* + 574Mbps (2.4GHz). †2.5 Gbps Wired Connections - 4x2.5 Gbps ports ensure max flexibility and boosted throughput. §Wireless and Wired Combined Backhaul-Connects a wireless and wired backhaul with each unit simultaneously to improveoverall throughput and reduce latency. - Multi-Link Operation (MLO)-Simultaneously send and receive data across different bands and channels to increase throughput, reduce latency, and improve reliability.? 320 MHz Channels-Double the bandwidth and enables many more simultaneous transmissions at the fastest possible speeds.? Works on the 6 GHz Band - Minimizes congestion with greenfield spectrum, delivering robust high-speed connections.? TP-Link Home - Shield - Provides comprehensive network protection, robust parental controls, and real-time Io - T security. *Universal Compatibility - Backward compatible with all Wi-Fi generations and works with any internet service provider (ISP) and modem.? * The 240MHz bandwidth may be unavailable in the 5Gband in Australia due to regulatory restrictions. - Specifications:WIRELESSStandards :Wi-Fi 7IEEE 802.11be/ax 6 GHz - IEEE 802.11be/ax/ac/n/a 5 GHz - IEEE 802.11ax/n/b/g 2.4 GHzWiFi Speeds :BE110006 GHz: 5760 Mbps (802.11be)5 GHz: 4320 Mbps (802.11be)*2.4 GHz: 574 Mbps (802.11ax)* The 240MHz bandwidth may be unavailable in the 5G band in Australia due to regulatory restrictions.WiFi Range :Broader Whole Home Coverage - TP-Link Mesh Technology - Optional Ethernet backhaul work together to link Deco units to provide seamless coverage - AI-Driven Mesh - Intelligently learns the network environment to provide ideal Wi-Fi unique to your home4x High-Performance Antennas (Internal)Multiple antennas form a signal-boosting array to cover more directions and large areasTri-BandA newly-opened 6 GHz band brings more bandwidth and faster speedsWiFi Capaci...
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[Deco BE65(2-pack)] BE11000 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System (WIFI7)
Delivery $14.95
[Deco BE65(2-pack)] BE11000 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System (WIFI7)
Delivery $10
[Deco BE65(2-pack)] BE11000 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System (WIFI7)
Delivery between 18–21 May $10
[Deco BE65(2-pack)] BE11000 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System (WIFI7)
Delivery $14.95
TP-Link Deco BE65(2-pack) BE11000 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System (WIFI7) 574 Mbps at 2.4 GHz + 4320 Mbps at 5 GHz + 5760 Mbps at 6 GHz
Delivery between 18–21 May $20.05
originally posted on bestbuy.com
TP-Link - BE11000 Multi-Gig Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System -model Deco BE65 Pro.The TP-Link Deco BE65 Pro /BE11000 Multi-Gig Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 is pretty amazing. Until now, all Mesh networks have been pretty MEH, with handoff problems, weak signals, poor overlap, and speed degradation and lack of hardwire and Wi-Fi together The BE11000 is impressive and provides a seamless mesh network with excellent performance, even if you aren’t using a Wi-Fi 7 device. What seems to be a little bit confusing is the naming convention. BE11000 Multi-Gig Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System (3-Pack) is the product name, and the model is the Deco BE65 Pro. But even on the TP-Link site, knowing which name to look up for information or support can be confusing.The TP-Link Deco BE65 ... MoreTP-Link - BE11000 Multi-Gig Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System -model Deco BE65 Pro.The TP-Link Deco BE65 Pro /BE11000 Multi-Gig Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 is pretty amazing. Until now, all Mesh networks have been pretty MEH, with handoff problems, weak signals, poor overlap, and speed degradation and lack of hardwire and Wi-Fi together The BE11000 is impressive and provides a seamless mesh network with excellent performance, even if you aren’t using a Wi-Fi 7 device. What seems to be a little bit confusing is the naming convention. BE11000 Multi-Gig Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System (3-Pack) is the product name, and the model is the Deco BE65 Pro. But even on the TP-Link site, knowing which name to look up for information or support can be confusing.The TP-Link Deco BE65 Pro Multi-Gig Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System setup process is straightforward. However, the written documentation is somewhat limited. If you download the setup info from the TP-Link website, you might notice that it doesn’t exactly match the instructions in the app. This discrepancy can be a bit confusing, especially for those who prefer to read through the install instructions or do a quick overview before installing tech products. But rest assured, following the app's instructions should still lead to a successful setup.Now, if you are new to network setups, there can be some spots that are not as clear, and you can use some references or explanations. I suggest selecting what you think is right, and even if you make a mistake, you can change things. Also, I would recommend setting up the central unit first and testing it before adding additional nodes. Setting up the additional nodes is easy to do at any point. Another point about the installation I would like to comment on is that TP-Link should make a Windows app instead of, like many companies out there, just making an app that installs on your phone or tablet (Android or IOS). FYI, I use an Android emulator on my Windows 10 and Windows 11 PC, and the BE65 app works fine. Remember, it is not just an installation app but one that helps you manage and monitor your mesh network.I had a couple of hiccups on the install. One of these was recognizing the Wi-Fi on the Deco router on the initial try, even with a manual installation. And there were some other issues on the initial install where the app seemed to get lost. These were rectified by exiting the app and going back in. For some reason, the fingerprint log-in function would not work on my Android tablet. Other than these little glitches, the installation was smooth. I asked a person who wasn’t familiar with doing network installs to try setting up the system, and on a fresh install, the only problem they had was the app did not recognize the Deco router even when their phone was connected to it. After a restart, they were good to go. When adding an additional unit, there was some confusion about the instructions on the app. For the initial hookup of the second device, they were looking for the blue blinking light ( connecting) instead of the steady green light (all things functional), which wasn’t quite as straightforward as it could have been.The Unit is packed exceptionally well, and they are good-looking little towers. I can’t state it any better than this blurb from their website. “It delivers combined speeds of up to 11 Gbps on three bands through 6 steams, thanks to Wi-Fi 7 features such as MLO, 320 MHz channel, and 4K-QAM.1,4 Two 5 Gig ports and one USB 2.0 port allow maximum expandability.” I can’t detect that it uses AI to perform a seamless connection as you roam your home, but I could not detect when the roaming units switched to a different node. Each unit has 2.5 Gbps and two 5 Gbps WAN/LAN ports. The available ports with Backhauling allow you to connect both wired and wireless connections thanks to the Wi-Fi 7 MLO (Multi-Link Operation) technology. There was a minimal drop in internet speed, even in the downstream units. To make things easier to test, I initially hooked the master unit up to just a 1Gbps connection. With “SpeedTest” on the primary device, I could get 988 Mbps connections, and the connected units reported 899 Mbps. The downstream units only did slightly slower, but one has to consider a lot of things in this estimate without using some professional test equipment. Even though the Deco unit is by default set up to check for firmware and software updates ( and you can set it up when it downloads and applies these updates), I suggest doing a manual check at initial setup and following through a couple of days later. One came out within two days of my installation, greatly improving speed and eliminating all stutter.The mesh network units can be used as your complete network ( for up to 200 devices according to the specs), or you can use them to expand your network if that is what you need. The device is pretty smart at dealing with either setup, and the Deco app is easy to reconfigure and fine-tune. There is also Isolation, including a dedicated IoT Network, Wi-Fi Network control, Parental Controls, Guest Networks, WPA3, HomeShield, DoS, SPI Firewall, and QoS traffic Prioritization, and the system can work with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. I am still looking into all the possibilities to configure things best for my use. Plus, you can monitor and change your system from anywhere with your phone, tablet, or computer with an emulator.Finally, there is a Wi-Fi 7 mesh system with backhauling that works and works well.
originally posted on bestbuy.com
WIFI has been around for a long, long time. The wireless protocol has evolved and the latest WIFI 6E has been one of the most successful to date, as it allows some of the fastest transfer speeds. But even with modifications to the protocol, it has remained rather challenging sometimes to have coverage all over your home. In the past few years, many concepts and ideas went into the creation of ways to obtain consistent speeds and latency. With the new WIFI 7 coming next year, TP-Link decided to release a new WIFI 7 ready "mesh" system dubbed BE16000, which promises to offer high speeds, low latency and a different approach on how the signal is spread throughout your home.I'd like to mention that TP-Link has been a solid manufacturer of connective hardware. Be it ... MoreWIFI has been around for a long, long time. The wireless protocol has evolved and the latest WIFI 6E has been one of the most successful to date, as it allows some of the fastest transfer speeds. But even with modifications to the protocol, it has remained rather challenging sometimes to have coverage all over your home. In the past few years, many concepts and ideas went into the creation of ways to obtain consistent speeds and latency. With the new WIFI 7 coming next year, TP-Link decided to release a new WIFI 7 ready "mesh" system dubbed BE16000, which promises to offer high speeds, low latency and a different approach on how the signal is spread throughout your home.I'd like to mention that TP-Link has been a solid manufacturer of connective hardware. Be it modems, routers or any other type of products that allows remote connection, this company has had its fingers in it. The Deco series I got came in a 3 pack and was way bigger than I had anticipated. The reason for the size is that each unit is identical. They all sport 4 ethernet/LAN connections, a USB connector and a power supply. It really doesn't matter which one you choose to connect to your modem (or modem/router combo aka "gateway"), the first one will be providing the others with the necessary connectivity. Now, this is where it gets interesting. Once you've set the system up by spreading the remaining two devices around your home, you will now have a consistent coverage, thanks to the WIFI 7 protocol which allows you to walk around your house without ever noticing a lag or drop in speeds. You don't need to mess with odd settings or anything, once up and running, the BE16000 dishes out top speeds automatically.Note that you will need a smartphone or tablet in order to set the system up. The app is a delight to use and keeps you updated on what is going on in terms of connections, devices, speeds, latency and much more. I really loved how easy the whole process works and how fast it was up and running.Now, of course, no product is without a fault. The biggest issue - which will disappear or at least be mitigated by the release of WIFI 7 compatible devices - is that as of now, you can only harness the benefits of WIFI 6. It's not a big damper and as I mentioned, once more devices take advantage of the new protocol, speeds will go up. Another odd behavior of the system is that it seems to dislike some modems or internet access gateways. It performs worse on a 5G Home Internet device than with a cable modem with near identical speed outputs, at the same time of the day. I believe that it might still need firmware updates to address these specific issues.Coverage on the other hand which is this systems' main selling point is excellent. It doesn't matter where you are in your home, you will have about the same speeds. And for the price, even if at first it seems rather expensive, you might want to give it a go as there aren't many devices which are as easy to install and set up as this bundle. I really love what TP-Link has cooked up and I hope to be able to take advantage of WIFI 7 soon. I highly recommend the BE16000.
originally posted on bestbuy.com
I have owned and used several products from TP-Link both at home and at the office I work in. In all instances, I have had exceptionally good luck with them. So far, even though it is early in the game, The TP-Link BE 11000 Multi-Gig whole home mesh Wi-Fi system (what a mouth full) has lived up to the same high standards I have seen in TP-Link's other products. The TP-Link BE 11000 comes with three mesh Wi-Fi nodes that can be positioned around your home to fine tune your Wi-Fi coverage and eliminate dead spots. The "Deco" series from TP-Link BE 11000 is advertised to cover up to 7,600 square feet of area and is compatile with any ISP. The Deco BE 11000 is a tri-band mesch system that covers true 6GHz, 5GHz and 2.4 GHz and is fully backward compatible with older ... MoreI have owned and used several products from TP-Link both at home and at the office I work in. In all instances, I have had exceptionally good luck with them. So far, even though it is early in the game, The TP-Link BE 11000 Multi-Gig whole home mesh Wi-Fi system (what a mouth full) has lived up to the same high standards I have seen in TP-Link's other products. The TP-Link BE 11000 comes with three mesh Wi-Fi nodes that can be positioned around your home to fine tune your Wi-Fi coverage and eliminate dead spots. The "Deco" series from TP-Link BE 11000 is advertised to cover up to 7,600 square feet of area and is compatile with any ISP. The Deco BE 11000 is a tri-band mesch system that covers true 6GHz, 5GHz and 2.4 GHz and is fully backward compatible with older devices. This system uses Wi-Fi 7 technology. After installing the system and updating the app, I received a message that this unit now meets the universal Wi-Fi 7 standards, so should be compatible with future Wi-Fi 7 devices. You set up your mesh system using the Deco app. I will say, setting up the system was super easy with the app and only took a few minutes to have all the nodes positioned and connected to the internet. After things were set up, the app automatically downloaded the firmware updates to each of the units. The whole thing was just following the app directions. Of course, the hard part is moving all of your wireless devises from an existing network to the new Deco network. I guess I didn't realize how many wireless devices I have in my home until I started reconnecting. At least the Deco BE 11000 allows for up to 200 devices, so there should be plenty of available spots for people like me that have a lot of wireless devices. I have used this setup for several days and so far, have not had any issues with connectivity or slow internet speeds. I have been totally happy with this system so far. If you need better coverage and faster wireless speed, I think this is a really good option to consider.
| Collect | 802 Everyday Rewards points |
| Standards | Wi-Fi 7 |
| WiFi Range | Broader Whole Home Coverage |
| WiFi Capacity | Very High |
| Working Modes | Router Mode |
[Deco BE65(2-pack)] BE11000 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System (WIFI7)
Delivery $14.95
[Deco BE65(2-pack)] BE11000 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System (WIFI7)
Delivery $10
[Deco BE65(2-pack)] BE11000 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System (WIFI7)
Delivery between 18–21 May $10
[Deco BE65(2-pack)] BE11000 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System (WIFI7)
Delivery $14.95
TP-Link Deco BE65(2-pack) BE11000 Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System (WIFI7) 574 Mbps at 2.4 GHz + 4320 Mbps at 5 GHz + 5760 Mbps at 6 GHz
Delivery between 18–21 May $20.05
TP-Link - BE11000 Multi-Gig Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System -model Deco BE65 Pro.The TP-Link Deco BE65 Pro /BE11000 Multi-Gig Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 is pretty amazing. Until now, all Mesh networks have been pretty MEH, with handoff problems, weak signals, poor overlap, and speed degradation and lack of hardwire and Wi-Fi together The BE11000 is impressive and provides a seamless mesh network with excellent performance, even if you aren’t using a Wi-Fi 7 device. What seems to be a little bit confusing is the naming convention. BE11000 Multi-Gig Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System (3-Pack) is the product name, and the model is the Deco BE65 Pro. But even on the TP-Link site, knowing which name to look up for information or support can be confusing.The TP-Link Deco BE65 ... MoreTP-Link - BE11000 Multi-Gig Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System -model Deco BE65 Pro.The TP-Link Deco BE65 Pro /BE11000 Multi-Gig Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 is pretty amazing. Until now, all Mesh networks have been pretty MEH, with handoff problems, weak signals, poor overlap, and speed degradation and lack of hardwire and Wi-Fi together The BE11000 is impressive and provides a seamless mesh network with excellent performance, even if you aren’t using a Wi-Fi 7 device. What seems to be a little bit confusing is the naming convention. BE11000 Multi-Gig Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System (3-Pack) is the product name, and the model is the Deco BE65 Pro. But even on the TP-Link site, knowing which name to look up for information or support can be confusing.The TP-Link Deco BE65 Pro Multi-Gig Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi 7 System setup process is straightforward. However, the written documentation is somewhat limited. If you download the setup info from the TP-Link website, you might notice that it doesn’t exactly match the instructions in the app. This discrepancy can be a bit confusing, especially for those who prefer to read through the install instructions or do a quick overview before installing tech products. But rest assured, following the app's instructions should still lead to a successful setup.Now, if you are new to network setups, there can be some spots that are not as clear, and you can use some references or explanations. I suggest selecting what you think is right, and even if you make a mistake, you can change things. Also, I would recommend setting up the central unit first and testing it before adding additional nodes. Setting up the additional nodes is easy to do at any point. Another point about the installation I would like to comment on is that TP-Link should make a Windows app instead of, like many companies out there, just making an app that installs on your phone or tablet (Android or IOS). FYI, I use an Android emulator on my Windows 10 and Windows 11 PC, and the BE65 app works fine. Remember, it is not just an installation app but one that helps you manage and monitor your mesh network.I had a couple of hiccups on the install. One of these was recognizing the Wi-Fi on the Deco router on the initial try, even with a manual installation. And there were some other issues on the initial install where the app seemed to get lost. These were rectified by exiting the app and going back in. For some reason, the fingerprint log-in function would not work on my Android tablet. Other than these little glitches, the installation was smooth. I asked a person who wasn’t familiar with doing network installs to try setting up the system, and on a fresh install, the only problem they had was the app did not recognize the Deco router even when their phone was connected to it. After a restart, they were good to go. When adding an additional unit, there was some confusion about the instructions on the app. For the initial hookup of the second device, they were looking for the blue blinking light ( connecting) instead of the steady green light (all things functional), which wasn’t quite as straightforward as it could have been.The Unit is packed exceptionally well, and they are good-looking little towers. I can’t state it any better than this blurb from their website. “It delivers combined speeds of up to 11 Gbps on three bands through 6 steams, thanks to Wi-Fi 7 features such as MLO, 320 MHz channel, and 4K-QAM.1,4 Two 5 Gig ports and one USB 2.0 port allow maximum expandability.” I can’t detect that it uses AI to perform a seamless connection as you roam your home, but I could not detect when the roaming units switched to a different node. Each unit has 2.5 Gbps and two 5 Gbps WAN/LAN ports. The available ports with Backhauling allow you to connect both wired and wireless connections thanks to the Wi-Fi 7 MLO (Multi-Link Operation) technology. There was a minimal drop in internet speed, even in the downstream units. To make things easier to test, I initially hooked the master unit up to just a 1Gbps connection. With “SpeedTest” on the primary device, I could get 988 Mbps connections, and the connected units reported 899 Mbps. The downstream units only did slightly slower, but one has to consider a lot of things in this estimate without using some professional test equipment. Even though the Deco unit is by default set up to check for firmware and software updates ( and you can set it up when it downloads and applies these updates), I suggest doing a manual check at initial setup and following through a couple of days later. One came out within two days of my installation, greatly improving speed and eliminating all stutter.The mesh network units can be used as your complete network ( for up to 200 devices according to the specs), or you can use them to expand your network if that is what you need. The device is pretty smart at dealing with either setup, and the Deco app is easy to reconfigure and fine-tune. There is also Isolation, including a dedicated IoT Network, Wi-Fi Network control, Parental Controls, Guest Networks, WPA3, HomeShield, DoS, SPI Firewall, and QoS traffic Prioritization, and the system can work with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. I am still looking into all the possibilities to configure things best for my use. Plus, you can monitor and change your system from anywhere with your phone, tablet, or computer with an emulator.Finally, there is a Wi-Fi 7 mesh system with backhauling that works and works well.
WIFI has been around for a long, long time. The wireless protocol has evolved and the latest WIFI 6E has been one of the most successful to date, as it allows some of the fastest transfer speeds. But even with modifications to the protocol, it has remained rather challenging sometimes to have coverage all over your home. In the past few years, many concepts and ideas went into the creation of ways to obtain consistent speeds and latency. With the new WIFI 7 coming next year, TP-Link decided to release a new WIFI 7 ready "mesh" system dubbed BE16000, which promises to offer high speeds, low latency and a different approach on how the signal is spread throughout your home.I'd like to mention that TP-Link has been a solid manufacturer of connective hardware. Be it ... MoreWIFI has been around for a long, long time. The wireless protocol has evolved and the latest WIFI 6E has been one of the most successful to date, as it allows some of the fastest transfer speeds. But even with modifications to the protocol, it has remained rather challenging sometimes to have coverage all over your home. In the past few years, many concepts and ideas went into the creation of ways to obtain consistent speeds and latency. With the new WIFI 7 coming next year, TP-Link decided to release a new WIFI 7 ready "mesh" system dubbed BE16000, which promises to offer high speeds, low latency and a different approach on how the signal is spread throughout your home.I'd like to mention that TP-Link has been a solid manufacturer of connective hardware. Be it modems, routers or any other type of products that allows remote connection, this company has had its fingers in it. The Deco series I got came in a 3 pack and was way bigger than I had anticipated. The reason for the size is that each unit is identical. They all sport 4 ethernet/LAN connections, a USB connector and a power supply. It really doesn't matter which one you choose to connect to your modem (or modem/router combo aka "gateway"), the first one will be providing the others with the necessary connectivity. Now, this is where it gets interesting. Once you've set the system up by spreading the remaining two devices around your home, you will now have a consistent coverage, thanks to the WIFI 7 protocol which allows you to walk around your house without ever noticing a lag or drop in speeds. You don't need to mess with odd settings or anything, once up and running, the BE16000 dishes out top speeds automatically.Note that you will need a smartphone or tablet in order to set the system up. The app is a delight to use and keeps you updated on what is going on in terms of connections, devices, speeds, latency and much more. I really loved how easy the whole process works and how fast it was up and running.Now, of course, no product is without a fault. The biggest issue - which will disappear or at least be mitigated by the release of WIFI 7 compatible devices - is that as of now, you can only harness the benefits of WIFI 6. It's not a big damper and as I mentioned, once more devices take advantage of the new protocol, speeds will go up. Another odd behavior of the system is that it seems to dislike some modems or internet access gateways. It performs worse on a 5G Home Internet device than with a cable modem with near identical speed outputs, at the same time of the day. I believe that it might still need firmware updates to address these specific issues.Coverage on the other hand which is this systems' main selling point is excellent. It doesn't matter where you are in your home, you will have about the same speeds. And for the price, even if at first it seems rather expensive, you might want to give it a go as there aren't many devices which are as easy to install and set up as this bundle. I really love what TP-Link has cooked up and I hope to be able to take advantage of WIFI 7 soon. I highly recommend the BE16000.
I have owned and used several products from TP-Link both at home and at the office I work in. In all instances, I have had exceptionally good luck with them. So far, even though it is early in the game, The TP-Link BE 11000 Multi-Gig whole home mesh Wi-Fi system (what a mouth full) has lived up to the same high standards I have seen in TP-Link's other products. The TP-Link BE 11000 comes with three mesh Wi-Fi nodes that can be positioned around your home to fine tune your Wi-Fi coverage and eliminate dead spots. The "Deco" series from TP-Link BE 11000 is advertised to cover up to 7,600 square feet of area and is compatile with any ISP. The Deco BE 11000 is a tri-band mesch system that covers true 6GHz, 5GHz and 2.4 GHz and is fully backward compatible with older ... MoreI have owned and used several products from TP-Link both at home and at the office I work in. In all instances, I have had exceptionally good luck with them. So far, even though it is early in the game, The TP-Link BE 11000 Multi-Gig whole home mesh Wi-Fi system (what a mouth full) has lived up to the same high standards I have seen in TP-Link's other products. The TP-Link BE 11000 comes with three mesh Wi-Fi nodes that can be positioned around your home to fine tune your Wi-Fi coverage and eliminate dead spots. The "Deco" series from TP-Link BE 11000 is advertised to cover up to 7,600 square feet of area and is compatile with any ISP. The Deco BE 11000 is a tri-band mesch system that covers true 6GHz, 5GHz and 2.4 GHz and is fully backward compatible with older devices. This system uses Wi-Fi 7 technology. After installing the system and updating the app, I received a message that this unit now meets the universal Wi-Fi 7 standards, so should be compatible with future Wi-Fi 7 devices. You set up your mesh system using the Deco app. I will say, setting up the system was super easy with the app and only took a few minutes to have all the nodes positioned and connected to the internet. After things were set up, the app automatically downloaded the firmware updates to each of the units. The whole thing was just following the app directions. Of course, the hard part is moving all of your wireless devises from an existing network to the new Deco network. I guess I didn't realize how many wireless devices I have in my home until I started reconnecting. At least the Deco BE 11000 allows for up to 200 devices, so there should be plenty of available spots for people like me that have a lot of wireless devices. I have used this setup for several days and so far, have not had any issues with connectivity or slow internet speeds. I have been totally happy with this system so far. If you need better coverage and faster wireless speed, I think this is a really good option to consider.
I just for this last weekend 3 pack16000 and i have a ton of wired and wireless devices. I was hoping that i woukdnt have to redo everything but it seems i do. Ive bene having issues with the IoT devices on the iot network. Seesm that many of my devices just wont connect and others will only if i take off the 5ghz channel then they may woek. I have the same issue with my iphone pro max 14. My devices fo on and off constantly. I havent had a chance yet to speak with tech-support, but I have to say it’s it’s a little concerning with my expertise that it’s not working the way it should be. That being said there are many great things about it. I can definitely see that some of the things do seem to work better. Hopefully I’m not gonna have to use the guest network ... MoreI just for this last weekend 3 pack16000 and i have a ton of wired and wireless devices. I was hoping that i woukdnt have to redo everything but it seems i do. Ive bene having issues with the IoT devices on the iot network. Seesm that many of my devices just wont connect and others will only if i take off the 5ghz channel then they may woek. I have the same issue with my iphone pro max 14. My devices fo on and off constantly. I havent had a chance yet to speak with tech-support, but I have to say it’s it’s a little concerning with my expertise that it’s not working the way it should be. That being said there are many great things about it. I can definitely see that some of the things do seem to work better. Hopefully I’m not gonna have to use the guest network because why would you even have an IOT network if you can’t use it, but I do love how they do have the backhaul to connect wirelessly, even though I have my stuff all configured hardwired to have the mesh network be the same, but I’m also having issues because I do have multiple switches and so now I have to figure out why it wants me to set it up differently and I have a bunch of different theories on how to do that but again may need to talk with them first, but I’ve got a couple thoughts in my head once I have some time to work on it to make it so it’s it works better. So currently I will get back with you guys give an update. I’m really hoping that this is gonna be better than the Orbi mesh network that I had that was maybe two years old. It couldn’t handle all the devices. I had wirelessly and I didn’t like the speeds I do have gig speeds And with the Orbi I couldn’t get past about 400 up or down first time. I ran a speed test. I think I got around the 450 or so maybe 500 and then the upload was like six or so I still would expect better especially since I’m an AT&T tech And our fiber modem can get around 800 so I would expect a lot more. Obviously my phone doesn’t work with the 6 GHz channel but still with the five I should get faster than that. Another thing I really hate is how they don’t really have an option to use your computer like most other networks pretty much the app gives you way more than the website and still doesn’t give you enough. It seems as if they want you not to mess with it so it’s not really IT friendly I would say.
I know that I need to upgrade my WiFi network for some time. Our two story home had weak/dead zones upstairs, away from the router, from some time. However, the cost of mesh networks made me hesitate a lot. I finally took the plunge with the TP-Link Deco BE65 Pro 3 Pack. As mentioned in the name, this package offers a lot of pro features (which we’ll get to momentarily), but you wouldn’t know it out of the box. Setup requires the use or a smartphone app and it walks the user through the setup process step-by-step. This would be great for the average user, but for advanced users who like to connect to the router to configure things before disconnecting their entire live network, I didn’t see any options for this. I had to wait for a weekend morning before taking the ... MoreI know that I need to upgrade my WiFi network for some time. Our two story home had weak/dead zones upstairs, away from the router, from some time. However, the cost of mesh networks made me hesitate a lot. I finally took the plunge with the TP-Link Deco BE65 Pro 3 Pack. As mentioned in the name, this package offers a lot of pro features (which we’ll get to momentarily), but you wouldn’t know it out of the box. Setup requires the use or a smartphone app and it walks the user through the setup process step-by-step. This would be great for the average user, but for advanced users who like to connect to the router to configure things before disconnecting their entire live network, I didn’t see any options for this. I had to wait for a weekend morning before taking the plunge and disconnecting our entire network to get the new router in and connect individual clients one-by-one over the next several hours. Putting this to one side, setup was quick and easy. The additional bases easily connected to the mesh network themselves after being plugged in. It wasn’t until I was finally able to review the settings via the app that I found an option for access point mode. This allows the Deco to be added to an existing network via cable and used as additional hardware to extend the existing WiFi network. Oops. That would have saved some time. Ultimately, I’m glad I just bit the bullet and replaced the old hardware because the Deco has a lot of useful features, some of which future-proof it so I won’t have to worry about replacing this hardware for a long time. IPv6 is available, but turned off by default. Understandable, considering we haven’t gotten this successfully implemented. The router provides a separate Internet of Things network, so that you can connect all those smart devices separately and not look at the main network map and wonder at what all the random devices are. I like this because, security wise, should someone hack a smart device, they shouldn’t be able to access the computers if they are on a separate network. There are a lot of other awesome features that I could go on about, but let me quickly touch on some of the more useful ones. I haven’t set these up yet, but look forward to using them: Parental controls. It’s great that you can add clients to this section and limit network access times. Device Isolation: great if you have a client that might be at higher risk for outside attacks. Camera security: I love that you can add cameras to the internal network so that you can monitor them, but remove them from outside connection to avoid hacking snoopers. There are many more and I haven’t been able to review them all, but between the beefiness of the hardware itself and its features, I could see this system running our WiFi for a very long time coming.
Although Wi-Fi 7 devices are not yet readily available, TP-Link has positioned themselves as an early-adopter of Wi-Fi 7 devices for both home and office. So the logical question here is: Do I need Wi-Fi 7? The easy answer is - if you like speed - Yes you need Wi-Fi 7.I use an Apple iPhone for my personal device. I have an iPhone 14 Pro. However, it does not support Wi-Fi 7 or even W-Fi 6E for that matter. Most device including the iPhone 11 and newer only support Wi-Fi 6 - not 6E or 7. It is rumored that the iPhone 16 Pro will have Wi-Fi 7 capabilities - and you'll notice the difference. Moving from Wi-Fi 5 to 6 only provided incremental benefits. OK - enough on Wi-Fi. Know that version 7 is better and faster, yet currently not many devices is support it. So if ... MoreAlthough Wi-Fi 7 devices are not yet readily available, TP-Link has positioned themselves as an early-adopter of Wi-Fi 7 devices for both home and office. So the logical question here is: Do I need Wi-Fi 7? The easy answer is - if you like speed - Yes you need Wi-Fi 7.I use an Apple iPhone for my personal device. I have an iPhone 14 Pro. However, it does not support Wi-Fi 7 or even W-Fi 6E for that matter. Most device including the iPhone 11 and newer only support Wi-Fi 6 - not 6E or 7. It is rumored that the iPhone 16 Pro will have Wi-Fi 7 capabilities - and you'll notice the difference. Moving from Wi-Fi 5 to 6 only provided incremental benefits. OK - enough on Wi-Fi. Know that version 7 is better and faster, yet currently not many devices is support it. So if you want to be future-proofed, get Wi-Fi 7 now. The biggest gains are for gamers at home - with a substantial boost for in-home networking speeds. I saw it personally on my device as well.So if faster speeds are what you're after - maybe its better security? In this upgrade TP-Link has enhanced their security software HomeShield to version 3.0, adding more features and 2 exclusive apps for comprehensive protection.Protect Comprehensively - HomeShield provides comprehensive advanced security features. Advertisement blocker blocks annoying ads and pop-ups and prevents data tracking. Intrusion protection protects your home network and applications against external attacks and eliminates vulnerabilities. For those with higher security requirements, HomeShield provides VPN Client.Protect All Devices - HomeShield protects all kinds of home network devices, including phones, computers, TVs, game consoles, and other IoT devices. Protection starts instantly once they connect to the gateway. Simply configure the gateway and achieve whole-home network security.Protect Everywhere - Unlike most network security services that only work at home, HomeShield maintains its safeguards away from home. With pre-installed apps, your kids' mobile devices remain secure and under parental control on the go. Parents are able to monitor apps on their kids' phones, further manage payment methods, and monitor their screen time for a safer and better online experience.Overall - I'm really liking this Wi-Fi mesh solution and have been totally impressed with the ease of setup and speed while using. I'm looking to supplement it with some TP-Link cameras now too!
We have a pretty large 2-story house with a basement & a 1GB dedicated fiber connection to our ISP. We have about 65 smart appliances, switches, lights, plugs, & other devices in the house along with several dozen laptops, desktop computers, phones, gaming systems, & tablets for each member of the household. I have a mesh network based around a massive gaming-oriented quad-band AXE16000 main router with OCD-level settings & customization & two AX11000 tri-band router nodes. The two AX11000 routers don’t support 6Ghz so I only have a single router in the house offering a 6Ghz signal while the 5Ghz & 2.4Ghz network signals are extended to the other nodes by a dedicated 5Ghz 80Mhz-wide wireless backhaul channel. I had been reasonably happy streaming along for the past ... MoreWe have a pretty large 2-story house with a basement & a 1GB dedicated fiber connection to our ISP. We have about 65 smart appliances, switches, lights, plugs, & other devices in the house along with several dozen laptops, desktop computers, phones, gaming systems, & tablets for each member of the household. I have a mesh network based around a massive gaming-oriented quad-band AXE16000 main router with OCD-level settings & customization & two AX11000 tri-band router nodes. The two AX11000 routers don’t support 6Ghz so I only have a single router in the house offering a 6Ghz signal while the 5Ghz & 2.4Ghz network signals are extended to the other nodes by a dedicated 5Ghz 80Mhz-wide wireless backhaul channel. I had been reasonably happy streaming along for the past year or so with only a few minor issues for 2.4Ghz smart-connected devices at the very edges of our home, like a garage door keypad or wireless doorbell cam with often questionable connections, & of course my want for better 6Ghz coverage for more speed in more places around the house as I rarely attained more than 50% of my theoretical network speeds at any one location.In walks the TP-Link BE16000 which is not only ready for WiFi 7, but offers even wider 320MHz 6G & 240Mhz 5G channels with super-fast 6Ghz wireless backhaul between every node (sadly, our home isn’t wired to take advantage of Ethernet backhaul—yet!). Of course, there aren’t any widely available WiFi 7 devices on the market yet so I can’t attest to what kind of performance gains using that protocol will provide, but it’s nice to have the capability on tap for future-proofing our home. In the meantime, how does the BE16000 perform its 2.4Ghz, 5Ghz, & 6Ghz duties? Honestly, it was a little bit of mixed bag, though mostly leaning toward the positive side of things.The Deco kit comes in a surprisingly large box as the router nodes turn out to be much bigger than you might expect based on the marketing pictures. However, they are pretty stylish & streamlined so they take up far less shelf real estate than a typical router with large spindly antennae pointing out in all directions. Pack-ins are sparse with just the routers, power supplies, & short Ethernet cable included. The “setup guide” is laughably short with just a single page that basically says, “download the app” & “here’s what the LED colors mean.” Okay, no problem, I downloaded the Deco app to my iPhone & started the setup. Yes, you do have to create a TP-Link account if you don’t already have one, but I would call the setup process from there stupid-easy. The app walks you step-by-step initialization & installation with big, easy to understand graphics & a simple procedure that requires you to scan the QR code on the bottom of the first router to get things going. From there, you just plug in the additional routers where you need them & you’re up & running.The Deco app is incredibly user friendly & mostly intuitive when it comes to managing your devices, but those of you who are used to complex & detailed device management via web interface may be frustrated by the more “novice-oriented” level of detail & fidelity available, as well as the somewhat limited network management features out of the box. Other reviewers have lamented the inclusion of paywall security features; & I’ll admit that the lack of such features baked-in kind of leaves a sour taste in my mouth given the sticker price for this kit. But frankly, I never used many of the advanced parental controls (flexible bedtimes, SafeSearch, YouTube restricted, time rewards, etc.) or security apps (IoT protection, web protection/filtering, etc.) on my previous setup, either. If you are just looking for a plug-and-play networking experience that offers you cutting-edge WiFi 7 connectivity & blazing-fast speeds, but don’t have the time or interest in tweaking every setting & option imaginable, the BE16000 may be just your thing.Speaking of speed, I took a number of bandwidth performance measurements at various locations throughout our house. I was really hoping that having a 6Ghz mesh signal throughout the house with a dedicated 6Ghz backhaul for the other network bands would allow me to enjoy nearly full 1Gbps performance, & while there were some distinct performance improvements in many locations, by & large, my results indicated that performance on some bands is probably sacrificed for the sake of packing all that capability into a slimmer router with an internal antenna design.Download & upload estimates were recorded using the SpeedTest app on my ASUS ROG Ally as it is the only 6Ghz client I currently have that is easily transportable around the house. I tested network speeds in each location 3 times on each network band & averaged the results, then immediately swapped out my existing routers for the BE16000 units in the same locations: two on the main floor, & one in the basement. Before (AXE16000) & after (BE16000) readings in Mbps download/Mbps upload appear below:Master bedroom (around a corner from mesh node)AXE16000 6Ghz: 247/116 BE16000 6Ghz: 244/214AXE16000 5Ghz: 156/75 BE16000 5Ghz: 278/152AXE16000 2.4Ghz: 46/53 BE16000 5Ghz: 47/23Office (down short hallway near main router)AXE16000 6Ghz: 542/354 BE16000 6Ghz: 442/374AXE16000 5Ghz: 393/204 BE16000 5Ghz: 234/95AXE16000 2.4Ghz: 124/106 BE16000 5Ghz: 38/38Living room (3 feet from main router)AXE16000 6Ghz: 436/105 BE16000 6Ghz: 921/462AXE16000 5Ghz: 473/138 BE16000 5Ghz: 538/456AXE16000 2.4Ghz: 139/138 BE16000 5Ghz: 68/602nd Floor bedroom (up stairwell above mesh node)AXE16000 6Ghz: 392/153 BE16000 6Ghz: 409/258AXE16000 5Ghz: 218/125 BE16000 5Ghz: 340/151AXE16000 2.4Ghz: 78/57 BE16000 5Ghz: 90/55Basement (20 feet across from mesh node)AXE16000 6Ghz: 355/182 BE16000 6Ghz: 571/145AXE16000 5Ghz: 472/236 BE16000 5Ghz: 670/326AXE16000 2.4Ghz: 124/139 BE16000 5Ghz: 114/103Garage (down 2 long hallways away from mesh node)AXE16000 6Ghz: 385/183 BE16000 6Ghz: 284/218AXE16000 5Ghz: 249/215 BE16000 5Ghz: 296/139AXE16000 2.4Ghz: 63/60 BE16000 2.4Ghz: 49/23In general, my observations suggest that so long as you are within line of sight of a BE16000 network node (or just on the other side of the wall through an open doorway), 5 & 6Ghz performance will probably be remarkable as I noted speeds at the main router (the one tied into the modem) reaching near theoretical limits of the network speed I’m paying for. However, high-speed channel performance dropped the further away & more complicated the architecture became between my client & the mesh nodes, especially 6Ghz performance (which is understandable given that it has the shortest wavelength of the three & therefore bandwidth that will drop off at shorter distances). However, 2.4Ghz performance fared a bit worse than in my previous setup almost universally across the board, perhaps because the tiny internal omni-directional antennae in the BE16000 are no match for the beefy directional antennae my previous hardware sported. Granted, most traffic on the 2.4Ghz channel in my home are IoT devices, but the performance drop-off was unexpected nonetheless given that 2.4Ghz signals are supposed to carry the farthest of the three bands.There were a few other usability issues that may rub some people the wrong way depending on your networking needs. First, the Deco system automatically defaults to using the same SSID for 2.4Ghz & 5Ghz network channels. This may prove troublesome for some with many 5Ghz clients as I noticed they tended to connect by default to the much slower 2.4Ghz network. In most routers I've used over the years, there is a way to specify separate SSIDs for the two networks, especially if you don’t want the router to choose network bands for the client when both are available, but the Deco app/system doesn’t offer that feature. Instead, what you must do is create a separate IoT network in the app & then turn off the 5Ghz option for that network; then access your main network settings & turn off the 2.4Ghz option for that SSID.The app features some automatic channel optimization & QoS routines, however, QoS is only available in terms of setting priority per device without regard for protocol. For example, if you have a streaming-heaving household, you cannot prioritize streaming media traffic over other network activity such as file-share, HTTP, or gaming traffic. The Deco app also seems to be the only way to access basic or advanced admin settings & features for the routers. I tried all variations of "tplinkwifi.net" as well as various permutations of 192.168.x.x IP addresses, but I never managed to get an admin web interface page pulled up in my browser. It’s possible there is a setting somewhere in the app that activates this function, but if it’s in there, I certainly couldn’t find it. Finally, those of you with aspirations of running ultra high-speed multi-gigabit home networks should note that the WAN/LAN ports on the BE16000 units max out at 2.5Gbps. For most people, that’s probably going to be more than enough; but cutting-edge WiFi-7 will not do you much good for blistering wireless speeds down the road if you can’t pump any more future-leaning high-speed bandwidth through the hardware itself.In the end, I’ll probably keep the Deco BE16000 kit. The routers/nodes aren’t as flashy as my once-cutting-edge gaming routers, but I appreciate being able to reclaim some shelf space & the (mostly) improved network speeds, especially on 5Ghz & 6Ghz channels. It would be nice if some of the more granular control & security-minded features weren’t locked behind a paywall, but aside from that, I’m pretty happy with what this system offers, and frankly I’m delighted it takes a bit less mental overhead to mange & maintain my home network now. Definitely recommended, especially for ease-of-use/installation & line-of-sight 5/6Ghz speeds.
This is the first mesh system I have set up where I was done with the process in less than 20 minutes AND it actually worked correctly after that 20 minutes and within 20 percent of my fiber speed in rooms with router or satellites. This is also the first mesh system I was able to set up entirely with the App AND have it work correctly. Sure, there are quite a few things to fine tune things in the App like Network Optimization, choose whether you want to reserve the 6ghz band for backhaul only and the like, but it really "just worked" after the setup was done. I don't have any WiFi 7 clients (that I know of), but this setup has helped my WiFi 6E gear really get higher speeds wirelessly. I got my near full fiber bandwidth plugged into the router (as you would ... MoreThis is the first mesh system I have set up where I was done with the process in less than 20 minutes AND it actually worked correctly after that 20 minutes and within 20 percent of my fiber speed in rooms with router or satellites. This is also the first mesh system I was able to set up entirely with the App AND have it work correctly. Sure, there are quite a few things to fine tune things in the App like Network Optimization, choose whether you want to reserve the 6ghz band for backhaul only and the like, but it really "just worked" after the setup was done. I don't have any WiFi 7 clients (that I know of), but this setup has helped my WiFi 6E gear really get higher speeds wirelessly. I got my near full fiber bandwidth plugged into the router (as you would expect), but I also got within 5 percent of my full fiber bandwidth using my WiFi 6E laptop sitting in the same room as the router, sitting in the same room as satellite 1, and sitting in the same room as satellite 2 (after further tweaking and optimizing). That has never happened before, and I'm guessing I owe that to 1) this is my first WiFi 6E or WiFi 7 capable Mesh system I have tried and 2) the excellent performing wireless backhaul. I like the option to hook it up wired backhaul and wireless at the same time and it will use whatever is best, but if I was using wired backhaul, I'd just use good Access Points instead, they are far cheaper. I'm very happy with the way this wireless backhaul handles the materials in my home, when a signal killer floor between my basement and ground level main area causes problems, I can just tell it to use the other satellite for its signal instead of the router, or leave it on Auto for it to figure it out on its own. I'm very happy with this three pack, and when a single unit is available, I'll get one to extend to my garage/workshop area. I recommend this for fiber speed service 1gig up/down and above.
This is my first ever setup of a mesh network. I've been wanting to get one for years now because of the benefits they bring versus a single router or hard to setup extenders. This system is awesome!The only documentation that came with the setup is a small Quick Installation Guide that is basically a QR code to download the app that will then walk you through setting up the system. The setup was fairly straight-forward, but I did find myself a little overwhelmed in a couple spots. There are some questions about your ISP that I wasn't sure about and never had to worry about with previous routers, but thankfully the defaults worked! After getting through the initial setup of the primary unit to my internet connection, it could not find the internet. I went into the ... MoreThis is my first ever setup of a mesh network. I've been wanting to get one for years now because of the benefits they bring versus a single router or hard to setup extenders. This system is awesome!The only documentation that came with the setup is a small Quick Installation Guide that is basically a QR code to download the app that will then walk you through setting up the system. The setup was fairly straight-forward, but I did find myself a little overwhelmed in a couple spots. There are some questions about your ISP that I wasn't sure about and never had to worry about with previous routers, but thankfully the defaults worked! After getting through the initial setup of the primary unit to my internet connection, it could not find the internet. I went into the app and rebooted the router and was very pleasantly surprised that it then was able to connect to the internet. It's possible it just needed a little more time to pickup the information it needed from the ISP. Once the main unit is setup, then it walks you through placing the other 2 satellite stations. I was pleasantly surprised when they automatically connected to the mesh by just plugging them in. I didn't need to do any additional setup. They appeared in the app with a nice diagram of the network.I had a fairly nice Linksys single router previously and it definitely struggled to cover my entire house and my house isn't huge. Having the mesh network removes all the dead / low signal spots I had previously which I'm loving! My streaming devices and TV's have great signal now in every room.The app that installs on the phone is very feature rich and lets you do all sorts of things with your new equipment! One thing that was SUPER nice is the network optimizer. It analyzes interference from outside WiFi networks or appliances and finds the best channels for all your networks. 2.4 Ghz, 5Ghz, 6Ghz and shows you what channel it was before optimizing and what channel it picked afterwards. Definitely keeps things running as smooth as possible when you have neighbors! There is a convenient Speed Test function that uses speedtest.com, how many devices are connected and to which satellite, how much data and speed is being transferred in real-time. You can setup a special IoT network for keeping all your internet of things devices on to keep them off your primary network which is REALLY nice. I've been looking for a way to better protect my network from those sometimes insecure devices and now I have it! It supports a Guest network and sets up a 6Ghz network during setup. You can also run a VPN Server through the software for remoting into your home network or a VPN client to protect you on remote networks. There are advanced settings that are over my head that one can play with as well like Fast Roaming, Beamforming, and NAT forwarding. Beyond my needs, but the advanced features are there if you do need these!You can setup notifications when either new or existing devices connect to your network which is nice. The alerts can be Push Notifications or Email alerts. The application also has Parental Controls for the kiddos. I don't have children myself so I do not have much need for this, but it's there if you need it! It also comes with a 1 month trial of HomeSheild premium that adds extra layers of protection from outside threats, statistic reports, VPN, antivirus, IoT Protection, Intrusion Prevention and Web Protection. You have Basic which is free, then yearly or monthly rates for either Security+ or Total packages and the rates are really reasonable. Just a few dollars a month for either plan. Definitely helpful in keeping your network safe from hackers!The system automatically keeps the hardware running the latest firmware updates which is really nice as every other router I've ever owned has made this a manual and somewhat cumbersome process. This is set it and forget it!The 3 units themselves seem well constructed and solid. Each having 3 network jacks and a USB port for USB sharing. Each one has a little status LED at the base which is pretty minimal, but if lights bother you the app lets you turn off the lights or schedule times when they are off.These mesh network setups are a bit on the pricey side compared to your normal router setups obviously, but if you want a network that is without signal problem areas around your house and has great features in an easy to use app on your phone, then it's definitely worth the extra cost! I am loving this setup so far and would definitely recommend it to a friend looking for a better wireless network setup!
I have been looking at WiFi solutions utilizing 6GHz for an apartment in the city. The problem: congestion and interference on the 2.4GHz band render it slow and unreliable while the 5GHz band is useable with limited bandwidth channels of 40MHz. The solution: 6GHz is wide open!I tried a number of routers and mesh sets from BestBuy as they have an easy return and exchange policy. I was replacing a very good 3 year old, 12 stream, 11000Mbps, Triband, WiFi 6 router. This would drop connection to older AC clients 50 feet away through multiple walls. 6GHz has high bandwidth with limited ability to penetrate multiple walls. Hence a mesh setup for a 1000 SqFt apartment starts to make sense. Yet it also needed to be easy to use, self healing, remotely monitored,… ... MoreI have been looking at WiFi solutions utilizing 6GHz for an apartment in the city. The problem: congestion and interference on the 2.4GHz band render it slow and unreliable while the 5GHz band is useable with limited bandwidth channels of 40MHz. The solution: 6GHz is wide open!I tried a number of routers and mesh sets from BestBuy as they have an easy return and exchange policy. I was replacing a very good 3 year old, 12 stream, 11000Mbps, Triband, WiFi 6 router. This would drop connection to older AC clients 50 feet away through multiple walls. 6GHz has high bandwidth with limited ability to penetrate multiple walls. Hence a mesh setup for a 1000 SqFt apartment starts to make sense. Yet it also needed to be easy to use, self healing, remotely monitored,… basically non-techie proof. (And finally, this is for my daughter who also wants something that looks nice sitting out in the open.)I’ve used all the major brands over the last 20 years. Currently ASUS and TP-Link have WiFi-7 mesh solutions that fully embrace MLO. (Netgear/Orbi is still using dedicated 5GHz wireless backhaul on its most advanced mesh sets while it is moving to MLO backhaul.) Still, the price of WiFi 7 remains unreasonably high….Enter the TP-Link Deco WIFi 7 solutions: The BE11000 triband runs about $233/node, BE16000 triband quad-radio is $283/node, BE22000 triband $367/node, BE33000 triband quad-radio $467/node. The latter two are multi-10gig wired as well which is unnecessary for my use case.The BE11000 or 16000 both worked for our needs. I found the quad-radio setup of the BE16000 more versatile as 6GHz channels become more prevalent in the future. Meanwhile the Deco MLO firmware works right now! It’s the magic behind WiFi-7 allowing 6GHz to work seamlessly while WiFi-6E remains a bit clunky.I found the Deco setup and functionality to be simple to setup and troubleshoot. While this is only a 350Mbps cable internet connection, it passes that bandwidth throughout the whole apartment easily. Downloads for AX clients are over 300Mbps while AC clients on the non-MLO network are over 200Mbps. The AC client is a streaming device connected through a satellite node via wireless backhaul to the main node. It could not reliably connect to the old router, yet now it works better than it ever has!The only downside to the TP-Link Deco solution is their anti-virus/malware protection software requires an additional subscription of $69.99 for a full year, billed annually. (Netgear and Eero also charge subscription fees for advanced security features while ASUS includes these important items as part of their package.) I’ll give the hardware and firmware a 5-star rating, yet I would subtract a 1/2 star for the subscription fees if I could.Overall, TP-Link Deco has solid equipment with functional software and solid firmware making WiFi-7 reliable for real world use now. ASUS ZenWiFi and Netgear Orbi also have compelling mesh sets which should be widely available and have solidified firmware by 4Q 2024. If you can wait a bit longer for WiFi-7, prices and reliability will both improve significantly.TP-Link Deco WIfi-7 is ready now, easy to setup, easy to use, easy to monitor…. It just works!
| Collect | 802 Everyday Rewards points |
| Standards | Wi-Fi 7 |
| WiFi Range | Broader Whole Home Coverage |
| WiFi Capacity | Very High |
| Working Modes | Router Mode |
