TP-Link Archer GE230 BE3600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Gaming Router
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
TP-Link BE3600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Gaming Router (Archer GE230) - 3 Years Local Warranty
The Archer GE230 is TP-Link's entry Wi-Fi 7 gaming router: 2882 Mbps on 5 GHz and 688 Mbps on 2.4 GHz under 802.11be, Multi-Link Operation and 4K-QAM, two 2.5 Gbps ports, and the same Game Center firmware — game acceleration, Game Panel and RGB lighting — found on TP-Link's higher gaming models.
Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 with MLO
The BE3600 rating is 2882 Mbps on 5 GHz plus 688 Mbps on 2.4 GHz, both under 802.11be. Multi-Link Operation, 4K-QAM and Multi-RUs are listed, so a Wi-Fi 7 client can use both bands at once for steadier game sessions. TP-Link's capacity rating is High, with 2x2 MU-MIMO, OFDMA, Airtime Fairness, DFS and four streams.
Two 2.5 Gbps Ports
Wired networking is a 2.5 Gbps WAN port, a 2.5 Gbps LAN port and three 1 Gbps LAN ports, so a 2.5G fibre plan and one gaming PC or console can both run above Gigabit. 2.5 Gbps internet speeds require a compatible service plan and equipment.
Turbo Game Acceleration and Game Panel
Game Acceleration prioritises game applications through QoS, game devices through a dedicated Gaming Port, and game servers through TP-Link's Gamers Private Network (GPN). A Game Panel shows network status, router performance, RGB settings and accelerated games, with gaming traffic reports and a dedicated 5 GHz gaming band.
Race Car-Inspired Design
TP-Link describes a race car-inspired chassis engineered for heat dissipation, with customisable RGB lighting, four external antennas with Beamforming for a three-bedroom rating, and a quad-core CPU.
HomeShield, WireGuard and EasyMesh
HomeShield covers IoT protection, malicious site blocking, intrusion prevention, DDoS prevention and a network scanner, with advanced features on a paid subscription. OpenVPN, PPTP, L2TP and WireGuard work as VPN server and client, and EasyMesh compatibility allows coverage to be extended with other EasyMesh devices. A USB 3.0 port provides FTP, media and Samba sharing.
Ideal For
Gamers in Singapore flats and smaller homes who want Wi-Fi 7 with MLO, 2.5G ports and router-level game acceleration at an entry price. Supplied by SourceIT with local Singapore warranty and GST invoice.
Archer GE230 Datasheet — Technical Specifications
General
| Model | Archer GE230 |
| Official Product Name | BE3600 Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Gaming Router |
| Brand | TP-Link |
| Warranty | 3 Years Local Warranty (Singapore) |
Wireless
| Wi-Fi Speeds | BE3600 — 5 GHz: 2882 Mbps (802.11be); 2.4 GHz: 688 Mbps (802.11be) |
| Wi-Fi Range | 3 Bedroom Houses — 4x External Antennas, Beamforming |
| Wi-Fi Capacity | High — Dual-Band, 2x2 MU-MIMO, OFDMA, Airtime Fairness, DFS, 4 Streams |
| Advanced Features | Multi-Link Operation (MLO), 4K-QAM, Multi-RUs, EasyMesh-Compatible, Works with Alexa and Google Assistant, IoT Network |
| Wireless Mode | Router Mode, Access Point Mode |
Hardware
| Ethernet Ports | 1x 2.5 Gbps WAN, 1x 2.5 Gbps LAN, 3x 1 Gbps LAN |
| USB Support | 1x USB 3.0 — NTFS, exFAT, HFS+, FAT32; FTP Server, Media Server, Samba Server |
| Power | 12 V DC 2 A |
| Buttons | Power Button, Wi-Fi/WPS Button, LED Button, Reset Button |
| Processor (as described) | Quad-Core CPU |
Security
| Network Security | SPI Firewall, Access Control, IP & MAC Binding, Application Layer Gateway, HomeShield Security (Real-Time IoT Protection, Malicious Site Blocker, Intrusion Prevention System, DDoS Attack Prevention, Home Network Scanner) |
| Guest Network | 1x 5 GHz Guest Network, 1x 2.4 GHz Guest Network |
| VPN Server | OpenVPN, PPTP, L2TP, WireGuard |
| VPN Client | OpenVPN, PPTP, L2TP, WireGuard |
| Wi-Fi Encryption | WPA, WPA2, WPA3, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x) |
Software
| Protocol | IPv4, IPv6 |
| Game Center | Game Acceleration (Accelerate Game Applications with QoS, Accelerate Game Devices with Gaming Port, Game Servers Acceleration by GPN); Game Panel (Network Status, Router Performance, RGB Settings, Accelerated Games and Gears); Game Statistics (Comprehensive Gaming Traffic Reports); Dedicated Gaming Band (5 GHz Gaming Band) |
| Service Kit | HomeShield (basic features included; advanced features require a paid subscription) |
| Mesh | Compatible with EasyMesh |
| Parental Controls | HomeShield Parental Controls — Custom Profiles, Professional Content Filter Library, Family Time, Bedtime, Off Time, Time Rewards, Family Online Time Ranking, Pause the Internet, Weekly and Monthly Reports |
| WAN Type | Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP |
| Quality of Service | QoS by Device |
| Cloud Service | Auto Firmware Upgrade, TP-Link ID, DDNS |
| NAT Forwarding | Port Forwarding, Port Triggering, DMZ, UPnP |
| IPTV | IGMP Proxy, IGMP Snooping, Bridge, Tag VLAN |
| DHCP | Address Reservation, DHCP Client List, Server |
| DDNS | TP-Link, NO-IP, DynDNS |
| Management | Tether App, Webpage |
Environment and Certification
| Certifications | CE, FCC |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
| System Requirements | Internet Explorer 11+, Firefox 12.0+, Chrome 20.0+, Safari 4.0+ or other JavaScript-enabled browser; cable or DSL modem (if needed); internet service provider subscription |
| Network Services Enabled by Default | Web Server (HTTP/HTTPS, TCP 80/443); DNS (TCP & UDP 53); DHCP Server (UDP 67); App management (TCP 20001, TCP 30001, UDP 20002) |
TP-Link's Singapore page for the Archer GE230 publishes no dimensions, no weight and no package-contents list; those gaps are stated rather than filled in from another model. The CPU description comes from TP-Link's product overview rather than the specification table.
Compatibility & Software Support
| Management App | TP-Link Tether (iOS and Android) |
| Web Management | Supported via browser |
| TP-Link Cloud | TP-Link ID, auto firmware upgrade, DDNS |
| Mesh Ecosystem | EasyMesh-compatible — networks with other EasyMesh routers and range extenders, including other vendors' |
| Voice Assistants | Works with Alexa and Google Assistant |
| Wi-Fi 7 Client Requirement | Wi-Fi 7 features require client devices that also support them; older Wi-Fi clients connect at their own standard |
| USB Storage Formats | NTFS, exFAT, HFS+, FAT32 |
TP-Link notes that EasyMesh connections between vendors can fail because of firmware differences, and that EasyMesh compatibility is still being developed on some models and will follow in software updates. 2.5 Gbps internet speeds require a compatible service plan and equipment.
Package Contents & Ordering Information
Package Contents
| In the Box | TP-Link publishes no package-contents list on the Archer GE230's Singapore page. Ask us and we will confirm the current carton contents before you order. |
Ordering Information
| Model | Archer GE230 |
| SKU | Archer GE230 |
| Warranty | 3 Years Local Warranty (Singapore) |
Datasheet & Downloads
Frequently Asked Questions — Archer GE230
How is the GE230 different from a standard BE3600 router?
It adds TP-Link's Game Center — game acceleration via QoS, a Gaming Port and GPN, a Game Panel, gaming statistics and a dedicated 5 GHz gaming band — plus RGB lighting in a race car-inspired chassis.
Do I need Wi-Fi 7 devices to benefit?
MLO, 4K-QAM and Multi-RUs need Wi-Fi 7 clients. Older devices connect normally and still use the 2.5 Gbps ports and game acceleration.
Does it support WireGuard?
Yes, as both a VPN server and a VPN client, alongside OpenVPN, PPTP and L2TP.
What warranty does SourceIT provide?
Three years local Singapore warranty, under TP-Link's published replacement warranty terms, with a GST invoice.
Can SourceIT quote this for an office or a project?
Yes. Send us the quantity and we will quote with local warranty, delivery and support.