Download for Archer C20i V1

IMPORTANT: Model and hardware version availability varies by region. Please refer to your TP-Link regional website to determine product availability.

Product Overview

Archer C20i_V1_Datasheet

Manual

Utility

USB_Printer_Controller_Utility_Mac

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Published Date: 2022-02-21

Language: English

File Size: 1.75 MB

Operating System: Mac OS 10.15/11.x/12.x

USB_Printer_Controller_Utility_Mac

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Published Date: 2018-10-29

Language: English

File Size: 2.53 MB

Operating System: Mac OS 10.9-10.14

USB_Printer_Controller_Utility_Windows

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Published Date: 2016-11-09

Language: English

File Size: 14.6 MB

Operating System: WinXP/Vista/7/8/10

Notes:

For Archer c20i

Archer C20i_V1_Utility_140527

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Published Date: 2014-05-27

Language: English

File Size: 13.45 MB

Operating System: Win2000/XP/2003/Vista/7/8/10

Notes:

For Archer C20i(UN) V1

Setup Video

How to Set up OpenVPN on TP-Link Routers Windows

This video will show you how to set up OpenVPN on a TP-Link Wi-Fi router. For more information, visit www.tp-link.com/support.

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What should I do if I cannot access the internet? - Using a DSL modem and a TP-Link router

If you can’t access the internet using a DSL modem and TP-Link router, this video can help you solve the problem.

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What should I do if I cannot access the internet? - Using a cable modem and a TP-Link router

If you can’t access the internet using a cable modem and TP-Link router, follow this video step by step to solve your problem.

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How to turn a router into an Access Point?
How to set up Port Forwarding on a TP-Link router

Take Archer A7 as demonstration.

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How to set Parental Controls on a TP-Link router

Take Archer A9 as demonstration.

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How to change the Wi-Fi settings on TP-Link router

FAQs

What is TP-Link ID and how to create a TP-Link ID? 12-19-20245884647
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What should I do if the email shows that the link expired when I register cloud account or reset my password? 08-02-202415715
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How to use Iperf to test the speed on TP-Link routers 07-23-2024204363
What if I forget my wireless password of TP-Link Wi-Fi router? 07-11-20246769232
How to improve my wireless speed or range 07-02-20241783051
Why Do I Fail to Access tplinkwifi.net? 06-28-202413619165
How do I log into the web-based Utility (Management Page) of TP-Link wireless router? 06-28-202420746724
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What should I do if the internet light is off or there is an error message “ WAN Port Unplugged” on the TP-Link router page? 07-12-2023468123
Why port forwarding feature is not working on my Wi-Fi router or Deco? 06-26-2023808236
How to connect TP-Link router with Starlink 06-20-2023400908
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How to Establish a VPN Connection on TP-Link Wi-Fi Router 03-14-2023684928
How to configure Static Routing on wireless routers 03-02-2023693432
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How to bind IP Address and MAC Address on TP-Link Router 11-15-2022586403
How to use Pi-Hole DNS Server on TP-Link routers 10-26-2022257988
How to change the Network Sharing Settings on TP-Link wireless routers 09-14-2022129653
How to Use the Local Storage Sharing Feature 09-14-2022376841
How to access USB storage device on the TP-Link Routers from Windows or Mac OS 09-14-2022425318
What should I do if wireless connection cannot work on TP-Link Wi-Fi router? 09-13-2022286540
How to set up IPv6 service on the TP-Link wireless router 09-06-2022438030
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How to setup and use the FTP Server feature on the the Archer C2 and Archer C20i routers 08-19-202265492
Why My TP-Link Router Can Not Get WAN Parameters From My Modem? 06-29-20224597426
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How to open the network shared folder with TP-Link wireless routers on Windows computer 06-29-2022185243
How to Setup DDNS (No-IP) on TP-Link Wireless Router 06-29-2022379729
How to Configure WDS Bridging on TP-Link Dual Band Routers (green UI) 06-29-20221056074
How to improve the signal strength of my 5GHz wireless connection 06-29-2022340858
How to do troubleshooting from the system log when PPPoE connection fails 06-29-2022252215
How to install TP-Link wireless router to work with a DSL Modem (PPPoE) 06-29-20222779801
How to Set Up Access Control on Archer C2 and Archer C20i routers 06-28-202267683
How to Set up Parent Control in Archer C2 and Archer C20i routers 06-28-202249601
How to set up and manage access to your shared storage with the Archer C2 and Archer C20i routers 06-28-202254540
How to setup and use the Media Server feature on the Archer C2 and Archer C20i routers to share media files 06-28-202259365
How to Configure Guest Network on Archer C2 and Archer C20i routers 06-28-202251485
How to Upgrade the firmware version of TP-Link Wireless Router 06-28-20222810091
How to setup and share a printer on your local network with Print Server feature on the TP-Link device (MAC OS) 06-28-2022251101
How to Upgrade the Firmware on the TP-Link Wi-Fi Routers 06-27-2022533309
What should I do if VPN doesn't work on Wi-Fi Router? 06-13-2022145627
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Setting up parental controls on TP-Link wireless routers via Tether APP (TL-WR841N) 07-22-2019104053
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How do I install a TP-Link router to work with a DSL modem (Dynamic IP)? 12-27-2016840601
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Firmware

A firmware update can resolve issues that the previous firmware version may have and improve its current performance.

To Upgrade

IMPORTANT: To prevent upgrade failures, please read the following before proceeding with the upgrade process

Please upgrade firmware from the local TP-Link official website of the purchase location for your TP-Link device, otherwise it will be against the warranty. Please click here to change site if necessary.
Please verify the hardware version of your device for the firmware version. Wrong firmware upgrade may damage your device and void the warranty.
How to find the hardware version on a TP-Link device
Do NOT turn off the power during the upgrade process, as it may cause permanent damage to the product.
To avoid wireless disconnect issue during firmware upgrade process, it's recommended to upload firmware with wired connection unless there is no LAN/Ethernet port on your TP-Link device.
It's recommended that users stop all Internet applications on the computer, or simply disconnect Internet line from the device before the upgrade.
Use decompression software such as WinZIP or WinRAR to extract the file you download before the upgrade.

Archer C20i(UN)_V1_170221

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Published Date: 2017-02-21

Language: English

File Size: 6.85 MB

Modifications and Bug Fixes:

New Features/Enhancement:
Optimized the security mechanism.

Notes:

1. For Archer C20i(UN)_V1
2. It is NOT suggested to upgrade firmware which is not from your local TP-Link official website. Please click here to choose the purchase location for your TP-Link device and download the most suitable firmware version.

Archer C20i _V1_150512

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Published Date: 2015-05-12

Language: English

File Size: 6.46 MB

Modifications and Bug Fixes:

New Features/Enhancement：
1.Improved the friendliness and stability with Tether;
2.Optimized the management page on Chrome browser;
3.Improved Advance Routing function;
4.Improved and optimized IPv6 function;
Bug Fixed：
1.Fixed the security bug caused by overflowing of kcodes buffer;
2.Fixed the bug that can't display web interface via IE9 in win7 OS;
3.Fixed the bug that ARP List shows inaccurate IP after binding IP&MAC;
4.Fixed the bug that static route will be disabled after rebooting;
5.Fixed the bug that 5G channel will change into band 4 channel in "Romania" region;

Notes:

For Archer C20i(UN) V1

Archer_C20i_V1_141117

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Published Date: 2014-11-17

Language: English

File Size: 6.58 MB

Modifications and Bug Fixes:

New Features/Enhancement：
(1) Added the support for TP-LINK Tether 2.0 Mobile App.
(2) Added a new login domain "tplinkwifi.net"for web-based management and "tplinklogin.net" is still available.
(3) Modified the default wireless SSID as "TP-LINK_XXXX"for 2.4G signal and "TP-LINK_XXXX_5G" for 5G signal ,the "XXXX"which meant the last four character of LAN MAC address.
(4)Improved the compatibility with application and devices based on bonjour protocol.
Bug Fixed：
(1)Fixed a bug that the guest network would not turn on automatically after the schedule time.
(2) Fixed a bug that the device would replace the source IP with its WAN IP address when enabled the Forwarding function.
(3) Fixed a bug that the device is unstable to watch RTSP video with Windows Media Player.

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For Archer C20i V1

To Use Third Party Firmware In TP-Link Products

Some official firmware of TP-Link products can be replaced by the third party firmware such as DD-WRT. TP-Link is not obligated to provide any maintenance or support for it, and does not guarantee the performance and stability of third party firmware. Damage to the product as a result of using third party firmware will void the product's warranty.

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Apps

TP-Link Tether: TP-Link Tether provides the easiest way to access and manage your network with your iOS or Android devices. Learn more about TP-Link Tether and Compatible Devices

Note: To use Tether, please update your TP-Link device's firmware to the latest version.

GPL Code

GPL_Archer C20i_V1

Emulators

Firmware Version	Working Mode	Language
140218	-	English	Browse

Note:

1. The emulator is a virtual web GUI where you can experience the TP-Link product management panel.

2. The listed emulators might not have the latest firmware.

3. The features displayed are for reference, and their availability may depend on local regulations. For more information, please refer to the datasheet or product page.