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Black rectangular router with three detachable antennas on top

TP-Link

TP-Link Archer C2300 wireless router

SKU CH-V50S-3WRZ9 MPN Archer C2300

Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 router with a 1.8 GHz dual-core CPU, MU-MIMO and 1625 Mbps on 5 GHz

  • Interface type1 x USB 3.0 Port + 1 x USB 2.0 Port
  • Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 5
  • Wireless standardsIEEE 802.11a / IEEE 802.11ac / IEEE 802.11b / IEEE 802.11g /
  • WAN interfaces1 × 10/100/1000M
  • Supported standardsIEEE 802.11ac/n/a 5 GHz IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4 GHz
  • Security features64 / 128-bit WEP, WPA / WPA2, WPA-PSK / WPA-PSK2 encryptions
  • AC2300 dual-band Wi-Fi delivers fast 4K streaming and gaming
  • 8 GHz dual-core CPU with co-processors keeps connections smooth
  • RangeBoost and beamforming extend reliable coverage to distant devices
  • MU-MIMO serves multiple devices simultaneously for better throughput
  • Free lifetime HomeCare subscription adds antivirus and threat protection

Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 router

The Archer C2300 is a dual-band Wi-Fi 5 router built around a 1.8 GHz dual-core processor. It delivers combined wireless rates of 1625 Mbps on 5 GHz and 600 Mbps on 2.4 GHz. Four Gigabit LAN ports and one Gigabit WAN port handle wired traffic.

Thermal and power profile

The unit operates from 0 to 40 °C using an external 12 V 2 A power supply. Three detachable antennas handle transmission without active cooling. Power draw stays within the adapter rating during typical routing and USB sharing workloads.

HomeCare security suite

A free lifetime TP-Link HomeCare subscription adds antivirus, parental controls and quality-of-service features managed through the router interface. Two USB ports, one USB 3.0 and one USB 2.0, enable printer or storage sharing across the network.

How it compares

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Price $65.99
Cheaper than about 72% of the 495 comparable items (median $126.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameTP-Link
Model nameArcher C2300
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 5
Wireless standardsIEEE 802.11a / IEEE 802.11ac / IEEE 802.11b / IEEE 802.11g / IEEE 802.11n
Supported standardsIEEE 802.11ac/n/a 5 GHz
IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4 GHz
Wireless speed1,625 Mbit/s at 5 GHz
600 Mbit/s at 2.4 GHz
Radio bands2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
Antenna configuration3 x Detachable Antennas
Ports & slots
Interface type1 x USB 3.0 Port + 1 x USB 2.0 Port
WAN interfaces1 × 10/100/1000M
Network ports4 × 10/100/1000M
Power
Power supply12 V / 2A
Size & build
Product dimensions1.45 in × 8.5 in × 6.46 in
Shipping weight1.48 kg
Package size340 × 239 × 91 mm
Compatibility
VPN supportPPTP, L2TP
In the box
In the boxAC2300 Wireless MU-MIMO Gigabit Router
Archer C2300
3 x Detachable Antennas
Power Supply Unit
Ethernet Cable
Quick Installation Guide
Environment & compliance
Temperature rangeOperating Temperature: 0 to 40 degree Celsius (32 to 104 degree Fahrenheit)
Storage Temperature: -40 to 70 degree Celsius (-40 to 158 degree Fahrenheit)
Humidity rangeOperating Humidity: 10% ~ 90% non-condensing
Storage Humidity: 5% ~ 90% non-condensing
More details
Security features64 / 128-bit WEP, WPA / WPA2, WPA-PSK / WPA-PSK2 encryptions
WPAWPA2
Button countWi-Fi On / Off Button, Reset Button, WPS Button, Power On / Off Button, LED on / off Button

Questions about this item

How do I install the Archer C2300 and which step is often missed?

Connect the WAN port to your modem with an Ethernet cable, power on using the 12V/2A supply, then log into the web UI to run the quick setup wizard; the step most people skip is positioning the three detachable antennas vertically for best coverage.

What maintenance or replacement will the Archer C2300 need later?

The router has no user-replaceable parts; keep the vents clear of dust, install firmware updates when released, and replace the external 12V/2A power adapter only if it fails.

What limit appears first on the Archer C2300 during sustained heavy use?

The 1.8 GHz dual-core CPU with two co-processors becomes the bottleneck when many MU-MIMO streams and HomeCare inspections run simultaneously, capping total throughput below the 1625 Mbps 5 GHz link rate.

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