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+ | <br><br> | ||
+ | =[http://en.techinfodepot.shoutwiki.com/wiki/TP-LINK_Archer_C9_seires Hardware] [https://wikidevi.wi-cat.ru/TP-LINK_Archer_C9_v1.x Specifications]= | ||
+ | {|style="text-align:center; position:relative; " width=100% border="1" cellspacing="0" | ||
+ | ! Feature | ||
+ | ! v1 | ||
+ | ! v2 | ||
+ | ! v3 / v4 (EU) | ||
+ | ! v4 (US) - W.I.P. | ||
+ | ! v5 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !FCC ID | ||
+ | |TE7C9 | ||
+ | |TE7C9V2 | ||
+ | |TE7C9V2 | ||
+ | |TE7C9V4 | ||
+ | |TE7C9V5 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !Industry Canada ID | ||
+ | |8853A-C9 | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | |8853A-C9V4 | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !Power | ||
+ | |12 VDC, 3.3 A | ||
+ | |12 VDC, 3.3 A | ||
+ | |12 VDC, 3.3 A | ||
+ | |12 VDC, 3.3 A | ||
+ | |12 VDC, 3.3 A | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !CPU | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4709<br>@1 GHz | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4709<br>@1 GHz | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4709A0<br>@1 GHz | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4709A0<br>@1 GHz | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4709A0<br>@1 GHz | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !Architecture | ||
+ | |ARM Cortex A9 (2 cores) | ||
+ | |ARM Cortex A9 (2 cores) | ||
+ | |ARM Cortex A9 (2 cores) | ||
+ | |ARM Cortex A9 (2 cores) | ||
+ | |ARM Cortex A9 (2 cores) | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !RAM / Flash (ROM) | ||
+ | |128 MiB / 16 MiB | ||
+ | |128 MiB / 16 MiB | ||
+ | |128 MiB / 16 MiB | ||
+ | |? | ||
+ | |256 MiB / 128 MiB | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !Switch | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4709 | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4709 | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4709A0 | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4709A0 | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4709A0 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !LAN/WAN ports | ||
+ | |4 /1 @ 1 Gb/s | ||
+ | |4 /1 @ 1 Gb/s | ||
+ | |4 /1 @ 1 Gb/s | ||
+ | |4 /1 @ 1 Gb/s | ||
+ | |4 /1 @ 1 Gb/s | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !USB Ports | ||
+ | |1x USB 2.0, 1x USB 3.0 | ||
+ | |1x USB 2.0, 1x USB 3.0 | ||
+ | |1x USB 2.0, 1x USB 3.0 | ||
+ | |1x USB 2.0, 1x USB 3.0 | ||
+ | |1x USB 2.0, 1x USB 3.0 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !JTAG | ||
+ | |internal | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !Serial | ||
+ | |internal<br>4-pin header<br>3.3V TTL | ||
+ | |internal<br>4-pin header<br>3.3V TTL | ||
+ | |internal<br>4-pin header<br>3.3V TTL | ||
+ | |internal<br>4-pin header<br>3.3V TTL | ||
+ | |internal<br>4-pin header<br>3.3V TTL | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !WI1 chip | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4360 | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4360 | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4360 | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4360 | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4360 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !WI1 protocols | ||
+ | |an+ac | ||
+ | |an+ac | ||
+ | |an+ac | ||
+ | |an+ac | ||
+ | |an+ac | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !WI1 MIMO config | ||
+ | |3x3:3 | ||
+ | |3x3:3 | ||
+ | |3x3:3 | ||
+ | |3x3:3 | ||
+ | |3x3:3 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !WI1 antenna connector | ||
+ | |U.FL, RP-SMA | ||
+ | |U.FL, RP-SMA | ||
+ | |U.FL, RP-SMA | ||
+ | |U.FL, RP-SMA | ||
+ | |U.FL, RP-SMA | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !WI2 chip | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4360 | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4360 | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4360 | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4360 | ||
+ | |Broadcom BCM4360 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !WI2 protocols | ||
+ | |bgn | ||
+ | |bgn | ||
+ | |bgn | ||
+ | |bgn | ||
+ | |bgn | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !WI2 MIMO config | ||
+ | |3x3:3 | ||
+ | |3x3:3 | ||
+ | |3x3:3 | ||
+ | |3x3:3 | ||
+ | |3x3:3 | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | !WI2 antenna connector | ||
+ | |U.FL, RP-SMA | ||
+ | |U.FL, RP-SMA | ||
+ | |U.FL, RP-SMA | ||
+ | |U.FL, RP-SMA | ||
+ | |U.FL, RP-SMA | ||
+ | |} | ||
+ | The Archer C1900 is identical.<br> | ||
- | = | + | =Installation= |
- | + | *'''NOTE:''' Do NOT upgrade the firmware via wireless connection unless the TP-Link device only has wireless connection. | |
- | + | ==TP-Link Archer C9 v1== | |
- | + | ===Prerequisites=== | |
- | + | # Ensure you are on firmware version 161008 from TP-Link ([https://static.tp-link.com/Archer_C9(US)_V1_161008_1478653422432k.zip direct download link]) | |
- | * | + | #* '''NOTE:''' If you are on firmware version 180125 or newer, it will block installation of DD-WRT or any other third party firmware. |
- | + | #* Refer to [https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=327844 Working Solution to Archer C9 V1 - software only, no serial] on how to downgrade. | |
- | * [ | + | # Download '''factory-to-ddwrt.bin''' from the '''tplink_archer-c9v1''' directory from one of the links [[Index:FAQ#Where_do_I_download_firmware.3F|here]]. |
+ | #* E.g. [https://download1.dd-wrt.com/dd-wrtv2/downloads/betas/2016/04-05-2016-r29409/tplink_archer-c9v1/factory-to-ddwrt.bin build 04-05-2016-r29409 factory-to-ddwrt.bin] | ||
+ | #* Optional: Download '''archer-c9v1-webflash.bin''' from the current release directory if you used the above file for initial flash. | ||
+ | #* See "Upgrading DD-WRT" for upgrade procedure. | ||
+ | #* Pro Tip: Read New Build and model-specific threads to determine the stability of a given build. | ||
+ | ===Procedure=== | ||
- | + | #Connect your PC to one of the LAN ports on your router with an ethernet cable. | |
+ | #Open a browser and go to http://tplinkwifi.net (or http://192.168.0.1 if you have not changed default IP). | ||
+ | #Go to ''Advanced -> System Tools -> Firmware Upgrade'' | ||
+ | #Under ''Local Upgrade'' click ''Browse'' and locate the previously downloaded '''factory-to-ddwrt.bin''' file and click ''Open''. | ||
+ | #Click the Upgrade button. The device will reboot automatically after the upgrading has been finished. Please wait about 3-5 minutes. | ||
+ | #*'''NOTE:''' Do NOT turn off the power or disconnect the Ethernet cable during upgrade process. | ||
+ | #Once the router has rebooted completely, ensure your PC has an IP address in the 192.168.1.0/24 subnet range. | ||
+ | #In your browser, go to http://192.168.1.1 where you should be greeted by the DD-WRT password change page in the WebUI. | ||
+ | #Set a simple password for now, click on ''Change Password''. | ||
+ | # Do a [[Factory Defaults|normal reset]] or [[Hard_reset_or_30/30/30#Erasing_NVRAM|nvram erase]] via telnet/ssh ('''Do not 30/30/30 an ARM router!''') | ||
+ | #Once the router has rebooted completely after resetting, in your browser, go to http://192.168.1.1 where you should be greeted by the DD-WRT password change page in the WebUI. | ||
+ | #Set username and/or password and click ''Change Password''. | ||
+ | #Configure router to your needs. | ||
+ | #*'''NOTE:''' You will be required to enter username and password to navigate away from the information page in the DD-WRT WebUI. | ||
- | == | + | ==TP-Link Archer C9 v2== |
+ | ===Prerequisites=== | ||
+ | |||
+ | # Ensure you have the latest firmware from [http://www.tp-link.com/en/download/Archer-C9_V2.html#Firmware TP-Link] (tested with Archer C9(UN)_V2_160517) | ||
+ | # Download '''factory-to-ddwrt.bin''' from the '''tplink_archer-c9v2''' directory from one of the links [[Index:FAQ#Where_do_I_download_firmware.3F|here]]. | ||
+ | #** E.g. [https://download1.dd-wrt.com/dd-wrtv2/downloads/betas/2016/04-05-2016-r29409/tplink_archer-c9v2/factory-to-ddwrt.bin build 04-05-2016-r29409 factory-to-ddwrt.bin] | ||
+ | #* Optional: Download '''archer-c9v2-webflash.bin''' from the current release directory if you used the above file for initial flash. | ||
+ | #* See "Upgrading DD-WRT" for upgrade procedure. | ||
+ | #* Pro Tip: Read New Build and model-specific threads to determine the stability of a given build. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Procedure=== | ||
+ | |||
+ | #Connect your PC to one of the LAN ports on your router with an ethernet cable. | ||
+ | #Open a browser and go to http://tplinkwifi.net (or http://192.168.0.1 if you have not changed default IP). | ||
+ | #Go to ''Advanced -> System Tools -> Firmware Upgrade'' | ||
+ | #Under ''Local Upgrade'' click ''Browse'' and locate the previously downloaded '''factory-to-ddwrt.bin''' file and click ''Open''. | ||
+ | #Click the Upgrade button. The device will reboot automatically after the upgrading has been finished. Please wait about 3-5 minutes. | ||
+ | #*'''NOTE:''' Do NOT turn off the power or disconnect the Ethernet cable during upgrade process. | ||
+ | #Once the router has rebooted completely, ensure your PC has an IP address in the 192.168.1.0/24 subnet range. | ||
+ | #In your browser, go to http://192.168.1.1 where you should be greeted by the DD-WRT password change page in the WebUI. | ||
+ | #Set a simple password for now, click on ''Change Password''. | ||
+ | # Do a [[Factory Defaults|normal reset]] or [[Hard_reset_or_30/30/30#Erasing_NVRAM|nvram erase]] via telnet/ssh ('''Do not 30/30/30 an ARM router!''') | ||
+ | #Once the router has rebooted completely after resetting, in your browser, go to http://192.168.1.1 where you should be greeted by the DD-WRT password change page in the WebUI. | ||
+ | #Set username and/or password and click ''Change Password''. | ||
+ | #Configure router to your needs. | ||
+ | #*'''NOTE:''' You will be required to enter username and password to navigate away from the information page in the DD-WRT WebUI. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==TP-Link Archer C9 v3, v4 (EU)== | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Prerequisites=== | ||
+ | |||
+ | *'''NOTE:''' Due to recurring issues flashing the current '''factory-to-ddwrt.bin''' [https://svn.dd-wrt.com/ticket/6144 since 34080 (fixed after 35452, but still randomly occurs)], [https://svn.dd-wrt.com/ticket/7629 it is recommended to use 33772 for initial flash]. | ||
+ | *'''NOTE:''' There is a US-only version of the v4 that is not yet supported - [https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=329569 Archer C9 V4 Unable to install firmware] | ||
+ | *'''WARNING:''' [http://svn.dd-wrt.com/ticket/6037 Enabling JFFS bricks the router]: "That seems to nuke all the way up to 0xFEFFFF in the SPI flash." | ||
+ | # Ensure you have the latest firmware from [https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/download/archer-c9/v3/#Firmware v3] OR [https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/download/archer-c9/v4/#Firmware v4] page | ||
+ | # Download 33772 '''factory-to-ddwrt.bin''' from the '''tplink_archer-c9v3''' or '''tplink_archer-c9v4''' directory as applicable. | ||
+ | #* See [[Index:FAQ#Where_do_I_download_firmware.3F|Where Do I Download Firmware?]]. ([https://download1.dd-wrt.com/dd-wrtv2/downloads/betas/2017/11-16-2017-r33772/tplink_archer-c7-v3/factory-to-ddwrt.bin direct link for v3]) ([https://download1.dd-wrt.com/dd-wrtv2/downloads/betas/2017/11-16-2017-r33772/tplink_archer-c7-v4/factory-to-ddwrt.bin direct link for v4]) | ||
+ | #Download a recent '''archer-c9v3-webflash.bin''' or '''archer-c9v4-webflash.bin''' from the '''tplink_archer-c9v3''' or '''tplink_archer-c9v4''' directory as applicable. | ||
+ | #* See [[Index:FAQ#Where_do_I_download_firmware.3F|Where Do I Download Firmware?]]. | ||
+ | #* See "Upgrading DD-WRT" section below for updating after initial flash. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Procedure=== | ||
+ | |||
+ | #Connect your PC to one of the LAN ports on your router with an ethernet cable. | ||
+ | #Open a browser and go to http://tplinkwifi.net (or http://192.168.0.1 if you have not changed default IP). | ||
+ | #Go to ''Advanced -> System Tools -> Firmware Upgrade'' | ||
+ | #Under ''Local Upgrade'' click ''Browse'' and locate the previously downloaded '''factory-to-ddwrt.bin''' file and click ''Open''. | ||
+ | #Click the Upgrade button. The device will reboot automatically after the upgrading has been finished. Please wait about 3-5 minutes. | ||
+ | #*'''NOTE:''' Do NOT turn off the power or disconnect the Ethernet cable during upgrade process. | ||
+ | #Once the router has rebooted completely, ensure your PC has an IP address in the 192.168.1.0/24 subnet range. | ||
+ | #In your browser, go to http://192.168.1.1 where you should be greeted by the DD-WRT password change page in the WebUI. | ||
+ | #Set a simple password for now, click on ''Change Password''. | ||
+ | # Do a [[Factory Defaults|normal reset]] or [[Hard_reset_or_30/30/30#Erasing_NVRAM|nvram erase]] via telnet/ssh ('''Do not 30/30/30 an ARM router!''') | ||
+ | #Once the router has rebooted completely after resetting, in your browser, go to http://192.168.1.1 where you should be greeted by the DD-WRT password change page in the WebUI. | ||
+ | #Set username and/or password and click ''Change Password''. | ||
+ | #Configure router to your needs. | ||
+ | #*'''NOTE:''' You will be required to enter username and password to navigate away from the information page in the DD-WRT WebUI. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==TP-Link Archer C9 v4 (US)== | ||
+ | [https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=329569 There has been a US-only model version identified]. Still currently a W.I.P. to determine if porting is possible. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==TP-Link Archer C9 v5== | ||
+ | |||
+ | '''NOTE: This version is NOT currently supported. Doesn't look as if it will be anytime soon, either:'''<br> | ||
+ | |||
+ | [https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=315680 TP-Link Archer C9 (EU) V5 DD-WRT Support (NO GO)]<br> | ||
+ | [https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=329699 a bit of a question about Archer C9 v5...]<br> | ||
+ | [https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=330769 TPLINK Archer C9 v5 unlock the protection]<br> | ||
+ | [https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=334209 TP-Link Archer C9 v5 config backup decryption key] | ||
+ | |||
+ | =Upgrading DD-WRT= | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Prerequisites== | ||
+ | |||
+ | # Download the '''archer-c9v1-webflash.bin''', '''archer-c9v2-webflash.bin''', '''archer-c9v3-webflash.bin''', or '''archer-c9v4-webflash.bin''' file<br>from the '''tplink_archer-c9v1''', '''tplink_archer-c9v2''', '''tplink_archer-c9v3''', or '''tplink_archer-c9v4''' folder as applicable. | ||
+ | #* See [[Firmware_FAQ#Where_do_I_download_firmware.3F|Where Do I Download Firmare?]] for more info. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Procedure== | ||
+ | # Set a static IP of 192.168.1.10 (or similar IP address within your configured subnet) on the PC you are using to upgrade firmware. | ||
+ | # Connect PC to one of the router's LAN ports with an ethernet cable. | ||
+ | # Open a browser to http://192.168.1.1 (or whatever you've set your router IP to). | ||
+ | # Go to ''Administration -> Firmware Upgrade'' tab. | ||
+ | # Click on "Browse", locate and select previously downloaded '''archer-c9v1-webflash.bin''', '''archer-c9v2-webflash.bin''', '''archer-c9v3-webflash.bin''', or '''archer-c9v4-webflash.bin''' file as applicable. | ||
+ | # Click on the "Upgrade" button. | ||
+ | #*Please allow up to 10 minutes for the firmware upgrade process to complete. Do not disconnect your PC or power cycle your router during this process. | ||
+ | # Once the router has rebooted, click on "Continue" (if the ''Setup -> Basic Setup'' tab has not returned automatically) or point<br>your browser to http://192.168.1.1 if you end up with a "Connection reset or other navigation error page in your browser. | ||
+ | #At this point, check in the webUI that the version of DD-WRT is the version you intended to upgrade to. | ||
+ | #*Please report in the [https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewforum.php?f=1 Broadcom sub-forum] successful flash reports or any other issues in the appropriate build thread for your firmware version. | ||
+ | |||
+ | =Troubleshooting/Recovery= | ||
+ | |||
+ | |||
+ | =="Normal" Bricked Router== | ||
'''Symptoms''': all the LEDs are ON, and you can't access to UI | '''Symptoms''': all the LEDs are ON, and you can't access to UI | ||
- | + | # Download the applicable stock firmware for your device | |
- | + | #* From the official [https://www.tp-link.com/en/download/Archer-C9_V1.html#Firmware v1-page], [https://www.tp-link.com/en/download/Archer-C9_V2.html#Firmware v2-page], [https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/download/archer-c9/v3/#Firmware v3-page], OR [https://www.tp-link.com/us/support/download/archer-c9/v4/#Firmware v4-page]. | |
- | + | # * Rename the downloaded firmware with the following name: ''archerc9v1_tp_recovery.bin'', ''archerc9v2_tp_recovery.bin'', ''archerc9v3_tp_recovery.bin'', OR ''archerc9v4_tp_recovery.bin'' as applicable. | |
- | + | #* NOTE: v3 and v4 are untested, but should work; they should have a built-in Webpage Firmware Recovery mode (see link below). | |
- | + | # Download and extract [https://bitbucket.org/phjounin/tftpd64/src/master/old_releases/tftpd32%20portable/tftpd32.452.zip TFTPD32 4.52 Portable] | |
- | * Rename the downloaded firmware with the following name: ''archerc9v1_tp_recovery.bin'' | + | #* Configure TFTP server to use the following IP: 192.168.0.66 |
- | * | + | #* Configure anticipation window of 1024 or 2048 bytes |
- | * Switch on the router, holding the RESET button for 2-4 seconds | + | # Switch on the router, holding the RESET button for 2-4 seconds |
- | * The firmware will be automatically downloaded and installed by the router | + | #* The firmware will be automatically downloaded and installed by the router. |
+ | |||
+ | ==MACs Changed After Flashing DD-WRT== | ||
+ | |||
+ | '''Symptoms''': after the dd-wrt installation the MACs are changed! | ||
+ | |||
+ | *[https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=282831&start=345 TP-Link Archer C9 Thread - page 24] | ||
+ | *[https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=283784&start=135 TP-Link Archer C9 Brick Fix (Revert To Stock Possibly) - page 10] | ||
+ | |||
+ | '''v3/v4 (EU) specific: | ||
+ | *[https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=305884&start=90 TP-Link Archer C9 v3? (EU) - page 7] | ||
+ | *TheDoc's fix for bricked v3/v4 is [https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=305884&start=84 here]; original (deprecated) fix is [https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=305884&start=76 here]. | ||
+ | *Easier-to-read v4 de-brick thread is [https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=330186 here] | ||
+ | *The '''v3''' CFE has a built-in Webpage Firmware Recovery mode for bricked routers: See [https://www.tp-link.com/us/faq-1482.html TP-Link article].<br> | ||
+ | |||
+ | =Links / Notes / Further Reading= | ||
+ | *[https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=282831 Archer C9 v1/v2 Device Forum Thread]<br> | ||
+ | *[https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=305884 TP-Link Archer C9 v3? (EU)]<br> | ||
+ | *[https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=330186 (Solved) Help please, bricked router after installing...] v4 (EU) info | ||
+ | *[https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=334672 Help for reflashing/reprogramming CFE onto Archer C9 V4 EU] | ||
+ | *[https://forum.dd-wrt.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=329569 Archer C9 V4 Unable to install firmware] There is a separate US market version that has been verified | ||
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[edit] Hardware Specifications
Feature | v1 | v2 | v3 / v4 (EU) | v4 (US) - W.I.P. | v5 |
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FCC ID | TE7C9 | TE7C9V2 | TE7C9V2 | TE7C9V4 | TE7C9V5 |
Industry Canada ID | 8853A-C9 | 8853A-C9V4 | |||
Power | 12 VDC, 3.3 A | 12 VDC, 3.3 A | 12 VDC, 3.3 A | 12 VDC, 3.3 A | 12 VDC, 3.3 A |
CPU | Broadcom BCM4709 @1 GHz | Broadcom BCM4709 @1 GHz | Broadcom BCM4709A0 @1 GHz | Broadcom BCM4709A0 @1 GHz | Broadcom BCM4709A0 @1 GHz |
Architecture | ARM Cortex A9 (2 cores) | ARM Cortex A9 (2 cores) | ARM Cortex A9 (2 cores) | ARM Cortex A9 (2 cores) | ARM Cortex A9 (2 cores) |
RAM / Flash (ROM) | 128 MiB / 16 MiB | 128 MiB / 16 MiB | 128 MiB / 16 MiB | ? | 256 MiB / 128 MiB |
Switch | Broadcom BCM4709 | Broadcom BCM4709 | Broadcom BCM4709A0 | Broadcom BCM4709A0 | Broadcom BCM4709A0 |
LAN/WAN ports | 4 /1 @ 1 Gb/s | 4 /1 @ 1 Gb/s | 4 /1 @ 1 Gb/s | 4 /1 @ 1 Gb/s | 4 /1 @ 1 Gb/s |
USB Ports | 1x USB 2.0, 1x USB 3.0 | 1x USB 2.0, 1x USB 3.0 | 1x USB 2.0, 1x USB 3.0 | 1x USB 2.0, 1x USB 3.0 | 1x USB 2.0, 1x USB 3.0 |
JTAG | internal | ||||
Serial | internal 4-pin header 3.3V TTL | internal 4-pin header 3.3V TTL | internal 4-pin header 3.3V TTL | internal 4-pin header 3.3V TTL | internal 4-pin header 3.3V TTL |
WI1 chip | Broadcom BCM4360 | Broadcom BCM4360 | Broadcom BCM4360 | Broadcom BCM4360 | Broadcom BCM4360 |
WI1 protocols | an+ac | an+ac | an+ac | an+ac | an+ac |
WI1 MIMO config | 3x3:3 | 3x3:3 | 3x3:3 | 3x3:3 | 3x3:3 |
WI1 antenna connector | U.FL, RP-SMA | U.FL, RP-SMA | U.FL, RP-SMA | U.FL, RP-SMA | U.FL, RP-SMA |
WI2 chip | Broadcom BCM4360 | Broadcom BCM4360 | Broadcom BCM4360 | Broadcom BCM4360 | Broadcom BCM4360 |
WI2 protocols | bgn | bgn | bgn | bgn | bgn |
WI2 MIMO config | 3x3:3 | 3x3:3 | 3x3:3 | 3x3:3 | 3x3:3 |
WI2 antenna connector | U.FL, RP-SMA | U.FL, RP-SMA | U.FL, RP-SMA | U.FL, RP-SMA | U.FL, RP-SMA |
The Archer C1900 is identical.
[edit] Installation
- NOTE: Do NOT upgrade the firmware via wireless connection unless the TP-Link device only has wireless connection.
[edit] TP-Link Archer C9 v1
[edit] Prerequisites
- Ensure you are on firmware version 161008 from TP-Link (direct download link)
- NOTE: If you are on firmware version 180125 or newer, it will block installation of DD-WRT or any other third party firmware.
- Refer to Working Solution to Archer C9 V1 - software only, no serial on how to downgrade.
- Download factory-to-ddwrt.bin from the tplink_archer-c9v1 directory from one of the links here.
- E.g. build 04-05-2016-r29409 factory-to-ddwrt.bin
- Optional: Download archer-c9v1-webflash.bin from the current release directory if you used the above file for initial flash.
- See "Upgrading DD-WRT" for upgrade procedure.
- Pro Tip: Read New Build and model-specific threads to determine the stability of a given build.
[edit] Procedure
- Connect your PC to one of the LAN ports on your router with an ethernet cable.
- Open a browser and go to http://tplinkwifi.net (or http://192.168.0.1 if you have not changed default IP).
- Go to Advanced -> System Tools -> Firmware Upgrade
- Under Local Upgrade click Browse and locate the previously downloaded factory-to-ddwrt.bin file and click Open.
- Click the Upgrade button. The device will reboot automatically after the upgrading has been finished. Please wait about 3-5 minutes.
- NOTE: Do NOT turn off the power or disconnect the Ethernet cable during upgrade process.
- Once the router has rebooted completely, ensure your PC has an IP address in the 192.168.1.0/24 subnet range.
- In your browser, go to http://192.168.1.1 where you should be greeted by the DD-WRT password change page in the WebUI.
- Set a simple password for now, click on Change Password.
- Do a normal reset or nvram erase via telnet/ssh (Do not 30/30/30 an ARM router!)
- Once the router has rebooted completely after resetting, in your browser, go to http://192.168.1.1 where you should be greeted by the DD-WRT password change page in the WebUI.
- Set username and/or password and click Change Password.
- Configure router to your needs.
- NOTE: You will be required to enter username and password to navigate away from the information page in the DD-WRT WebUI.
[edit] TP-Link Archer C9 v2
[edit] Prerequisites
- Ensure you have the latest firmware from TP-Link (tested with Archer C9(UN)_V2_160517)
- Download factory-to-ddwrt.bin from the tplink_archer-c9v2 directory from one of the links here.
- Optional: Download archer-c9v2-webflash.bin from the current release directory if you used the above file for initial flash.
- See "Upgrading DD-WRT" for upgrade procedure.
- Pro Tip: Read New Build and model-specific threads to determine the stability of a given build.
[edit] Procedure
- Connect your PC to one of the LAN ports on your router with an ethernet cable.
- Open a browser and go to http://tplinkwifi.net (or http://192.168.0.1 if you have not changed default IP).
- Go to Advanced -> System Tools -> Firmware Upgrade
- Under Local Upgrade click Browse and locate the previously downloaded factory-to-ddwrt.bin file and click Open.
- Click the Upgrade button. The device will reboot automatically after the upgrading has been finished. Please wait about 3-5 minutes.
- NOTE: Do NOT turn off the power or disconnect the Ethernet cable during upgrade process.
- Once the router has rebooted completely, ensure your PC has an IP address in the 192.168.1.0/24 subnet range.
- In your browser, go to http://192.168.1.1 where you should be greeted by the DD-WRT password change page in the WebUI.
- Set a simple password for now, click on Change Password.
- Do a normal reset or nvram erase via telnet/ssh (Do not 30/30/30 an ARM router!)
- Once the router has rebooted completely after resetting, in your browser, go to http://192.168.1.1 where you should be greeted by the DD-WRT password change page in the WebUI.
- Set username and/or password and click Change Password.
- Configure router to your needs.
- NOTE: You will be required to enter username and password to navigate away from the information page in the DD-WRT WebUI.
[edit] TP-Link Archer C9 v3, v4 (EU)
[edit] Prerequisites
- NOTE: Due to recurring issues flashing the current factory-to-ddwrt.bin since 34080 (fixed after 35452, but still randomly occurs), it is recommended to use 33772 for initial flash.
- NOTE: There is a US-only version of the v4 that is not yet supported - Archer C9 V4 Unable to install firmware
- WARNING: Enabling JFFS bricks the router: "That seems to nuke all the way up to 0xFEFFFF in the SPI flash."
- Ensure you have the latest firmware from v3 OR v4 page
- Download 33772 factory-to-ddwrt.bin from the tplink_archer-c9v3 or tplink_archer-c9v4 directory as applicable.
- Download a recent archer-c9v3-webflash.bin or archer-c9v4-webflash.bin from the tplink_archer-c9v3 or tplink_archer-c9v4 directory as applicable.
- See Where Do I Download Firmware?.
- See "Upgrading DD-WRT" section below for updating after initial flash.
[edit] Procedure
- Connect your PC to one of the LAN ports on your router with an ethernet cable.
- Open a browser and go to http://tplinkwifi.net (or http://192.168.0.1 if you have not changed default IP).
- Go to Advanced -> System Tools -> Firmware Upgrade
- Under Local Upgrade click Browse and locate the previously downloaded factory-to-ddwrt.bin file and click Open.
- Click the Upgrade button. The device will reboot automatically after the upgrading has been finished. Please wait about 3-5 minutes.
- NOTE: Do NOT turn off the power or disconnect the Ethernet cable during upgrade process.
- Once the router has rebooted completely, ensure your PC has an IP address in the 192.168.1.0/24 subnet range.
- In your browser, go to http://192.168.1.1 where you should be greeted by the DD-WRT password change page in the WebUI.
- Set a simple password for now, click on Change Password.
- Do a normal reset or nvram erase via telnet/ssh (Do not 30/30/30 an ARM router!)
- Once the router has rebooted completely after resetting, in your browser, go to http://192.168.1.1 where you should be greeted by the DD-WRT password change page in the WebUI.
- Set username and/or password and click Change Password.
- Configure router to your needs.
- NOTE: You will be required to enter username and password to navigate away from the information page in the DD-WRT WebUI.
[edit] TP-Link Archer C9 v4 (US)
There has been a US-only model version identified. Still currently a W.I.P. to determine if porting is possible.
[edit] TP-Link Archer C9 v5
NOTE: This version is NOT currently supported. Doesn't look as if it will be anytime soon, either:
TP-Link Archer C9 (EU) V5 DD-WRT Support (NO GO)
a bit of a question about Archer C9 v5...
TPLINK Archer C9 v5 unlock the protection
TP-Link Archer C9 v5 config backup decryption key
[edit] Upgrading DD-WRT
[edit] Prerequisites
- Download the archer-c9v1-webflash.bin, archer-c9v2-webflash.bin, archer-c9v3-webflash.bin, or archer-c9v4-webflash.bin file
from the tplink_archer-c9v1, tplink_archer-c9v2, tplink_archer-c9v3, or tplink_archer-c9v4 folder as applicable.- See Where Do I Download Firmare? for more info.
[edit] Procedure
- Set a static IP of 192.168.1.10 (or similar IP address within your configured subnet) on the PC you are using to upgrade firmware.
- Connect PC to one of the router's LAN ports with an ethernet cable.
- Open a browser to http://192.168.1.1 (or whatever you've set your router IP to).
- Go to Administration -> Firmware Upgrade tab.
- Click on "Browse", locate and select previously downloaded archer-c9v1-webflash.bin, archer-c9v2-webflash.bin, archer-c9v3-webflash.bin, or archer-c9v4-webflash.bin file as applicable.
- Click on the "Upgrade" button.
- Please allow up to 10 minutes for the firmware upgrade process to complete. Do not disconnect your PC or power cycle your router during this process.
- Once the router has rebooted, click on "Continue" (if the Setup -> Basic Setup tab has not returned automatically) or point
your browser to http://192.168.1.1 if you end up with a "Connection reset or other navigation error page in your browser. - At this point, check in the webUI that the version of DD-WRT is the version you intended to upgrade to.
- Please report in the Broadcom sub-forum successful flash reports or any other issues in the appropriate build thread for your firmware version.
[edit] Troubleshooting/Recovery
[edit] "Normal" Bricked Router
Symptoms: all the LEDs are ON, and you can't access to UI
- Download the applicable stock firmware for your device
- * Rename the downloaded firmware with the following name: archerc9v1_tp_recovery.bin, archerc9v2_tp_recovery.bin, archerc9v3_tp_recovery.bin, OR archerc9v4_tp_recovery.bin as applicable.
- NOTE: v3 and v4 are untested, but should work; they should have a built-in Webpage Firmware Recovery mode (see link below).
- Download and extract TFTPD32 4.52 Portable
- Configure TFTP server to use the following IP: 192.168.0.66
- Configure anticipation window of 1024 or 2048 bytes
- Switch on the router, holding the RESET button for 2-4 seconds
- The firmware will be automatically downloaded and installed by the router.
[edit] MACs Changed After Flashing DD-WRT
Symptoms: after the dd-wrt installation the MACs are changed!
v3/v4 (EU) specific:
- TP-Link Archer C9 v3? (EU) - page 7
- TheDoc's fix for bricked v3/v4 is here; original (deprecated) fix is here.
- Easier-to-read v4 de-brick thread is here
- The v3 CFE has a built-in Webpage Firmware Recovery mode for bricked routers: See TP-Link article.
[edit] Links / Notes / Further Reading
- Archer C9 v1/v2 Device Forum Thread
- TP-Link Archer C9 v3? (EU)
- (Solved) Help please, bricked router after installing... v4 (EU) info
- Help for reflashing/reprogramming CFE onto Archer C9 V4 EU
- Archer C9 V4 Unable to install firmware There is a separate US market version that has been verified