TP‑Link Archer C24 Overview

Let's talk about a reliable router - the tp link archer c24 router. We will analyze the characteristics, the nuances of work, and whether it is so good when you need to transfer from an old router to a new model for affordable money.

Packaging, assembly, tactility

The package bundle for archer c24 from TP-Link is quite standard:

• the device itself
• instructions
• Charger
• connection cable

The device itself. Pretty small. Therefore, it is convenient to sit anywhere in the apartment: 115 × 106.7 × 24.3 mm and 4 protruding antennas. Despite the small dimensions, the case houses a WAN port internet connection from the provider (highlighted in blue) and 4 LAN ports.

There is also a button to reset the settings and reboot the device.

Made of white matte plastic: therefore, the presentation lasts longer, and scratches from rubbing are not visible. What is often annoying in the smooth cases of TP-Link routers.

There are no ventilation slots in it: the case is minimalistic and looks like a cast one. Everything is neat, stylish, nothing creaks.

Characteristics
 

Tp-link archer c24 is a dual-band AC750 router. Available speeds are 433 Mbps at 5 GHz and 300 Mbps at 2.4 GHz. Wi-Fi transmitter power up to 20 dBm.

According to TP-Link themselves, the device is suitable for connecting to 16 devices at the same time. We were unable to verify this, but we dare to assume that it will not do without friezes in Internet speed, given the speed limits on different bands, and even more so if the devices are connected via a guest network (more on this below).

Nuances of use

This is a router for a family user: he can easily provide a family of 5 people with high-quality speed. But the tp link archer c24 router is not suitable for office work: its maximum speed at a frequency of 2.4 GHz is only 300 Mbps. For example, if 10 people simultaneously use IP-telephony, then you cannot do without friezes in the connection and disconnections.

But what is interesting is that tp link archer c24 supports guest networks, which are almost useless in everyday life, but are important for office work. For example, the management team will have one network for sharing confidential documents, files, and sensitive information. And all other employees have guest networks so that important files do not accidentally merge. But why it is a router with a serious speed limit is not clear.

But this little router has a much more interesting feature - the ability to work as a repeater. This is when one router is connected to the network, and sends signals to other devices that are not connected to the Internet. But connected to a power source. This is convenient if there are several routers in the house and you need to improve the quality and speed of their signal without extending additional cables.

It is very convenient for a private house, where wi-fi does not catch well in some corners. We have already written about how walls can interfere with the Internet. And save the wi-fi router tp link archer c24 from this unpleasant fate. It is also convenient if there are old routers that catch the signal worse. They can also be brought back to life through the amplifier in archer c24.

You can also limit the operation of connected devices: for example, set a speed limit or automatically disconnect from the network after a while. Handy thing for parental control.

How to set up?

In this manual you will find all the details of setting up tp-link routers. Now we will tell you briefly how to connect a tp link archer c24 router.

You can connect in two ways: the usual via a PC or laptop, or through the settings on your phone.
To connect via PC, you will need to enter the password indicated on the back of the device. We go to the TP-Link website and enter the password in the appropriate field.

Then you can select a internet provider and all settings will automatically be pulled up: those that the provider has already configured for you. For example, such as time and network range. Or you can do everything manually. There is nothing complicated there: all the steps are described, and it is impossible to break the router through these settings.

Settings via phone are even easier. It is enough to install the application and do everything you need according to the instructions. It will guide the user through the steps.

And that's it: the tp link archer c24 router is ready to go. If you bought a router from us and you have any difficulties connecting, please contact our support operator.

Is it worth buying? Advantages and disadvantages
 

Advantages:

• Easy to connect. All you need to do is just go to the settings menu and follow the steps. Everything is already thought out and designed for the beginner level.
• You can play with the settings through the proprietary Tether application, which is not typical for low-cost models. For example, you can reboot the router, update the firmware, set parental control via smartphone.
• There are 3 modes of operation: router, repeater and access point.
• Ability to connect guest networks (limited to 100 Mbps)

Disadvantages:

• There are speed limits
• Not suitable for offices or businesses that need high and stable speed for a large number of people
• The antennas are non-removable: therefore, replacing broken ones, installing new ones or removing them so that they do not stick out will not work.

If the model is suitable, then you can buy tp link archer c24 on our website. And here you can look at other routers.

We will write more reviews soon. Write in the comments about which routers we should write first of all or which one is right now in your home.