{"product_id":"tp-link-archer-ax72-pro-ax5400-multi-gigabit-wifi-6-router","title":"TP-Link Archer AX72 Pro AX5400 Multi-Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 Router","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTP-Link Archer AX72 Pro — AX5400 Multi-Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 Router\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe TP-Link Archer AX72 Pro is a high-performance AX5400 Wi-Fi 6 router built for homes and small offices that demand fast, reliable wireless connectivity across a large number of devices. With a 2.5 Gbps multi-gigabit port, 4T4R HE160 on the 5 GHz band, support for 100+ simultaneous devices, and TP-Link HomeShield security, it delivers the speed, coverage, and control needed for 8K streaming, online gaming, remote work, and smart home environments across Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAX5400 Wi-Fi 6 Speeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 5400 Mbps combined — 574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 4804 Mbps on 5 GHz — for fast browsing, streaming, and downloading simultaneously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4T4R + HE160 on 5 GHz:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full 4-stream, 160 MHz channel width configuration on the 5 GHz band enables ultra-fast connections up to 4.8 Gbps for compatible devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.5 Gbps Multi-Gigabit Port:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 2.5 Gbps WAN\/LAN port breaks through the 1G bottleneck, making full use of high-speed NBN and fibre connections. Configurable as WAN or LAN for network flexibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnect 100+ Devices:\u003c\/strong\u003e MU-MIMO and OFDMA technology reduce network congestion and quadruple average throughput, keeping every device fast even in busy households.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtensive Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 high-gain antennas, Beamforming, High-Power FEM, and 4T4R combine to push Wi-Fi signal further and more reliably throughout your home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasyMesh Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with any EasyMesh-compatible TP-Link router or access point to create a seamless whole-home mesh Wi-Fi network.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTP-Link HomeShield:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in network security with IoT device protection, real-time threat detection, parental controls, and new device connection notifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVPN Client \u0026amp; Server:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in VPN support allows remote access to home network devices (NAS, cameras, printers) and secure cross-regional browsing from connected devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSB 3.0 Port:\u003c\/strong\u003e Share files across your network or set up a private cloud by connecting an external USB drive directly to the router.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParental Controls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Block inappropriate content and set time limits for individual devices to encourage healthier online habits for children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Configure in minutes via the Tether app (iOS \u0026amp; Android) or the full-featured web management interface. OTA firmware updates keep the router current automatically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved Thermal Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enlarged ventilation area dissipates heat more effectively for sustained peak performance under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUse Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Speed NBN \u0026amp; Fibre Homes:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2.5 Gbps port ensures you’re not bottlenecked by a 1G WAN connection — ideal for NBN 1000 and full-fibre services.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8K Streaming \u0026amp; Gaming Households:\u003c\/strong\u003e AX5400 speeds and OFDMA keep multiple 4K\/8K streams and online gaming sessions running smoothly at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmart Home Environments:\u003c\/strong\u003e MU-MIMO and 100+ device support handle the growing number of IoT devices, smart speakers, cameras, and appliances without degrading performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemote Work \u0026amp; Home Office:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in VPN client\/server and stable Wi-Fi 6 connectivity support secure remote access and reliable video conferencing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Homes \u0026amp; Multi-Room Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e EasyMesh compatibility allows the AX72 Pro to act as the backbone of a whole-home mesh system, eliminating dead zones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamilies with Children:\u003c\/strong\u003e HomeShield parental controls and content filtering provide a safer online environment for kids across all connected devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;width:40%;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eArcher AX72 Pro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eWi-Fi Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eWi-Fi Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eAX5400 — 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz) + 4804 Mbps (5 GHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003e5 GHz Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e4T4R, HE160, up to 4.8 Gbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eAntennas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e6 × Fixed High-Gain Antennas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eMulti-Gigabit Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e1 × 2.5 Gbps WAN\/LAN (configurable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eGigabit Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e1 × Gigabit WAN, 3 × Gigabit LAN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eUSB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e1 × USB 3.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eDevice Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e100+ simultaneous devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eMU-MIMO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eYes (4×4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eOFDMA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eYes (Uplink \u0026amp; Downlink)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eBeamforming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eEasyMesh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eVPN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eVPN Client \u0026amp; VPN Server\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eSecurity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eTP-Link HomeShield (IoT protection, threat detection, parental controls)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eApp Management\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eTP-Link Tether (iOS \u0026amp; Android)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eFirmware Updates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eOTA (automatic or manual)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003e1.54 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eCertifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"\u003eCE, FCC, RoHS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Archer AX72 Pro support NBN 1000?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 2.5 Gbps multi-gigabit WAN\/LAN port allows the AX72 Pro to fully utilise high-speed NBN 1000 and full-fibre connections without the 1 Gbps bottleneck found on standard routers. You’ll need a compatible modem or ONT that also supports 2.5 Gbps output to take full advantage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between the AX72 Pro and the standard AX72?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe key upgrade on the AX72 Pro is the addition of a \u003cstrong\u003e2.5 Gbps multi-gigabit port\u003c\/strong\u003e, which can be configured as either WAN or LAN. This makes it significantly better suited to high-speed internet connections and NAS or server connectivity compared to the standard AX72, which is limited to 1 Gbps ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the AX72 Pro in a mesh network?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The AX72 Pro is EasyMesh compatible and can be paired with other EasyMesh-compatible TP-Link routers or access points to create a seamless whole-home mesh Wi-Fi network with a single SSID and automatic device roaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes HomeShield require a subscription?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasic HomeShield features — including network security scanning and parental controls — are available for free. Advanced features such as real-time IoT protection, detailed reports, and enhanced threat intelligence require a HomeShield Pro subscription.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I set up the Archer AX72 Pro?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSetup takes just a few minutes using the free TP-Link Tether app on iOS or Android. Alternatively, you can configure the router via the web management interface at tplinkwifi.net. OTA firmware updates can be enabled to keep the router automatically up to date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the AX72 Pro support VPN?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It supports both VPN Client mode (allowing devices on your network to route traffic through a VPN server) and VPN Server mode (allowing external devices to securely access your home network, including NAS drives, cameras, and printers).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the USB port suitable for NAS storage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe USB 3.0 port supports file sharing across your local network and can be used to create a basic private cloud accessible remotely. For a dedicated NAS experience with advanced features, a standalone NAS device is recommended — but for simple shared storage, the USB port works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0637\/1554\/1221\/files\/Archer_AX72_Pro_EU_US_1.0_Datasheet.pdf?v=1699365830\" class=\"download-link\"\u003e📄 Archer AX72 Pro Datasheet (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TP-Link","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44385961967845,"sku":"Archer AX72 Pro","price":329.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0637\/1554\/1221\/files\/tp-link-archer-ax72-pro-ax5400-multi-gigabit-wifi-6-router.webp?v=1779854443","url":"https:\/\/cctvguru.com.au\/products\/tp-link-archer-ax72-pro-ax5400-multi-gigabit-wifi-6-router","provider":"CCTV Guru","version":"1.0","type":"link"}