{"product_id":"tp-link-archer-mr402-ac1200-4g-lte-router","title":"TP-Link Archer MR402 AC1200 4G LTE Router","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTP-Link Archer MR402 AC1200 4G LTE Router\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReliable 4G LTE Internet for Homes and Small Offices\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TP-Link Archer MR402 is a dual-band AC1200 4G LTE router that delivers reliable fixed wireless internet to homes and small offices across Australia. SIM-unlocked and compatible with all major AU carriers, it is a straightforward and affordable solution for properties where NBN is unavailable, unreliable, or awaiting connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Archer MR402 combines a 4G LTE Category 6 modem with dual-band AC1200 Wi-Fi 5, providing download speeds of up to 300 Mbps on compatible 4G networks. Four Gigabit LAN ports allow wired connections for smart TVs, desktop PCs, gaming consoles, and NAS devices, while two external TS-9 antenna ports enable connection of high-gain antennas to improve signal reception in low-coverage or rural areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSetup is handled through the TP-Link Tether app or a standard web browser. The Archer MR402 supports automatic 3G fallback when 4G is unavailable, ensuring continuous connectivity across Australia’s mobile network footprint. It is well suited to households and small businesses looking for a cost-effective 4G fixed wireless solution without the complexity of a separate modem and router.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4G LTE Category 6\u003c\/strong\u003e — Download speeds up to 300 Mbps on compatible networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 5\u003c\/strong\u003e — 2.4 GHz 300 Mbps + 5 GHz 867 Mbps combined\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSIM Unlocked\u003c\/strong\u003e — Compatible with Telstra, Optus, Vodafone, and AU MVNOs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4× Gigabit LAN Ports\u003c\/strong\u003e — Wired connections for TVs, consoles, PCs, and NAS devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2× TS-9 External Antenna Ports\u003c\/strong\u003e — Connect high-gain antennas for improved 4G signal in low-coverage areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3G Fallback\u003c\/strong\u003e — Automatic fallback to 3G when 4G is unavailable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWPA3 Security\u003c\/strong\u003e — Latest wireless encryption standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTether App \u0026amp; Web UI\u003c\/strong\u003e — Easy setup and management via iOS, Android, or browser\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackward Compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e — Works with all existing Wi-Fi 4 and Wi-Fi 5 devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUse Cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHomes in rural and regional Australia where NBN is unavailable or slow\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProperties awaiting NBN connection requiring an immediate broadband solution\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmall offices and retail spaces needing affordable 4G fixed wireless internet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBackup internet connection during NBN or fixed-line outages\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHoliday homes and investment properties needing flexible, SIM-based internet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow-coverage areas where external antennas are needed to boost 4G signal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNetwork Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4G LTE Cat6 \/ 3G HSPA+ \/ 2G EDGE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDownload Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 300 Mbps (4G LTE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUpload Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUp to 50 Mbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSIM Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMicro SIM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSIM Lock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUnlocked (all AU carriers)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWi-Fi Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIEEE 802.11ac\/n\/g\/b\/a (Wi-Fi 5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWi-Fi Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAC1200: 2.4 GHz 300 Mbps + 5 GHz 867 Mbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWi-Fi Bands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDual-Band (2.4 GHz \/ 5 GHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGigabit LAN Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4× Gigabit LAN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eExternal Antenna Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2× TS-9 connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAntennas (internal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2× internal 4G antennas, 2× internal Wi-Fi antennas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSecurity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eWPA3, WPA2, SPI Firewall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eManagement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eTP-Link Tether app (iOS \u0026amp; Android), web UI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e12V\/1.5A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e0°C – 40°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCertifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRCM (Australia\/NZ), ACMA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1× Archer MR402 router, 1× power adapter, 1× RJ45 Ethernet cable, quick start guide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepaid or SIM-Only 4G Data Plan\u003c\/strong\u003e — Insert a Telstra, Optus, or Vodafone micro SIM with a 4G data plan to get online immediately\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTS-9 External LTE Antenna (e.g. directional Yagi or omni)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Significantly improve 4G signal reception in rural or low-coverage areas via the built-in TS-9 ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTP-Link RE515X AX3000 Range Extender\u003c\/strong\u003e — Extend Wi-Fi coverage to larger homes or outbuildings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCat6 Ethernet Cable\u003c\/strong\u003e — For stable wired connections to smart TVs, gaming consoles, or desktop PCs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPS \/ Battery Backup\u003c\/strong\u003e — Maintain internet connectivity during power outages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tp-link.com\/au\/home-networking\/5g-4g-router\/archer-mr402\/#specifications\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eArcher MR402 Datasheet \u0026amp; Specifications (TP-Link AU)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tp-link.com\/au\/support\/download\/archer-mr402\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eFirmware \u0026amp; User Guide Downloads (TP-Link AU Support)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich Australian carriers are compatible with the Archer MR402?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n  \u003cdd\u003eThe Archer MR402 is SIM-unlocked and compatible with all major Australian 4G carriers including Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone, as well as MVNOs operating on these networks. Check the TP-Link AU spec page for the full LTE band list and verify with your carrier that the supported bands match your area before purchase.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n  \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I connect an external antenna to improve 4G signal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n  \u003cdd\u003eYes. The Archer MR402 includes two TS-9 antenna ports, allowing connection of compatible external LTE antennas such as directional Yagi or omni-directional antennas. This is particularly effective in rural or fringe-coverage areas where the internal antennas cannot maintain a reliable connection.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n  \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the Archer MR402 and the Archer MX700?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n  \u003cdd\u003eThe Archer MR402 is a 4G LTE router suited to standard broadband use, with AC1200 Wi-Fi 5 and Gigabit LAN. The Archer MX700 is a 5G router with significantly higher download speeds, AX6000 Wi-Fi 6, a 2.5G LAN port, and a 10G WAN port — suited to power users in 5G coverage areas. Choose the MR402 for cost-effective 4G connectivity; choose the MX700 where 5G is available and higher performance is required.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n  \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Archer MR402 support 5G?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n  \u003cdd\u003eNo. The Archer MR402 is a 4G LTE Category 6 router and does not support 5G networks. For 5G fixed wireless connectivity, consider the TP-Link Archer MX700 or Archer NX600.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\n  \u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the Archer MR402 be used as a backup internet connection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n  \u003cdd\u003eYes. The Archer MR402 can be used as a standalone 4G internet connection or as a backup to a fixed-line NBN service. Note that automatic WAN failover between a fixed-line connection and the 4G SIM is not a standard feature — check the latest firmware release notes on the TP-Link AU support page for current failover capabilities.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"TP-Link","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49462131327205,"sku":"Archer MR402","price":187.88,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0637\/1554\/1221\/files\/tp-link-archer-mr402-ac1200-dual-band-4g-lte-router_d76afb8b-229a-4b06-8956-f7813bc1cecd.webp?v=1780302873","url":"https:\/\/cctvguru.com.au\/products\/tp-link-archer-mr402-ac1200-4g-lte-router","provider":"CCTV Guru","version":"1.0","type":"link"}