TL-WR846N V2 is a 300 Mbps multi-mode Wi-Fi router from TP-Link, built for budget-conscious households that need dependable wireless coverage for everyday tasks. With four distinct operating modes packed into one compact device, this router offers genuine flexibility for a wide range of home networking setups.
The TL-WR846N V2 delivers wireless speeds up to 300 Mbps over the 2.4GHz band using IEEE 802.11n/b/g standards, a solid fit for bandwidth-sensitive tasks alongside basic browsing and emailing. Four 5dBi antennas combined with 2×2 MIMO technology deliver a strong Wi-Fi signal throughout 2-bedroom houses, with reliable connections across connected devices.
What sets the TL-WR846N V2 apart is its true 4-in-1 flexibility. In Router Mode, it creates a private wireless network straight from an Ethernet cable. Access Point Mode transforms an existing wired network into a wireless one. Range Extender Mode boosts existing Wi-Fi coverage in areas with weak signal. WISP Mode connects wirelessly to an ISP’s network in areas without wired service available — a genuinely useful option for rural or hard-to-reach locations.
EasyMesh compatibility lets the TL-WR846N V2 pair with another EasyMesh-compatible router or range extender to build a whole-home mesh network, eliminating dead zones and enabling smart roaming with a single Wi-Fi network name managed from one central node.
Security on the TL-WR846N V2 includes WPA3, the latest Wi-Fi security protocol, offering stronger encryption and enhanced brute-force attack protection compared to WPA2, alongside an SPI firewall, access control, IP & MAC binding, and application layer gateway protection. A dedicated 2.4GHz guest network keeps visitor traffic separate from the main household network.
Connectivity includes 1 WAN port and 3 LAN ports at 10/100Mbps, and the router supports IPv6 for future-proofed networking alongside IPv4. IPTV streaming is optimized through IGMP Proxy/Snooping, Bridge, and Tag VLAN support, helping deliver smoother television-over-internet performance.
Parental controls let households block inappropriate content and set daily time limits for how long connected devices can access the internet, while Quality of Service prioritizes specific devices for faster performance when it matters most. Cloud Service support enables remote router control and software updates through a TP-Link ID account.
Setup is handled through either the intuitive web interface or the TP-Link Tether app, getting the router configured in minutes. For households that need a genuinely flexible, affordable router capable of switching roles as networking needs change, the TL-WR846N V2 offers dependable, no-frills performance.
TL-WR846N V2 Wireless Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Wireless Standards | IEEE 802.11n/b/g (2.4 GHz, Wi-Fi 4) |
| Wi-Fi Speeds (N300) | 2.4 GHz: Up to 300 Mbps (802.11n) |
| Wi-Fi Range Coverage | 2 Bedroom Houses |
| Antennas | 2 × Fixed Antennas |
| Wi-Fi Capacity | Legacy |
| Mesh Support | EasyMesh, OneMesh™ |
| Working Modes | Router Mode, Access Point Mode, Range Extender Mode, WISP Mode |
| Transmission Power (CE) | <20 dBm (2.4 GHz) |
| Transmission Power (FCC) | <30 dBm |
TL-WR846N V2 Security & Software
| Category | Specifications |
| Wi-Fi Encryption | WPA, WPA2, WPA3, WPA/WPA2-Enterprise (802.1x) |
| Network Security | SPI Firewall, Access Control, IP & MAC Binding, Application Layer Gateway |
| Guest Network | 1 × 2.4 GHz Guest Network |
| WAN Types | Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP |
| Network Protocols | IPv4, IPv6 |
| Quality of Service (QoS) | QoS by Device |
| NAT Forwarding | Port Forwarding, Port Triggering, DMZ, UPnP |
| IPTV Support | IGMP Proxy, IGMP Snooping, Bridge, Tag VLAN |
| DHCP | Server, DHCP Client List, Address Reservation |
| DDNS | NO-IP, DynDNS |
| Parental Controls | URL Filtering, Time Controls |
| Cloud & Management | Tether App, Webpage, TP-Link ID, OTA Firmware Upgrade |
TL-WR846N V2 Hardware & Physical
| Feature | Specification |
| Processor | Single-Core CPU |
| Ethernet Ports |
• 1 × 10/100 Mbps WAN Port
• 3 × 10/100 Mbps LAN Ports
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| Buttons | Reset Button, WPS/Wi-Fi Button |
| Power Supply | 9 V ⎓ 0.6 A |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 182.7 mm × 94 mm × 33.3 mm (7.2″ × 3.7″ × 1.3″) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) |
| Storage Temperature | –40 °C to 70 °C (–40 °F to 158 °F) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% RH, non-condensing |
| Storage Humidity | 5% to 90% RH, non-condensing |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, RoHS |
| Package Contents | Wi-Fi Router TL-WR846N, Power Adapter, RJ45 Ethernet Cable, Quick Installation Guide |
TL-WR846N V2 Default Network Services
| Service | Port | Protocol | Purpose |
| Web Server | 80 / 443 | TCP | Device configuration & management (HTTP/HTTPS) |
| DNS | 53 | TCP & UDP | Domain Name Resolution |
| DHCP Server | 67 | UDP | IP address assignment |
| App Management | 20002 | UDP | Tether app connection & control |
| Alexa Service | 5353 | UDP | Detection of Alexa-enabled devices on the LAN |
TL-WR846N V2 Receiver Sensitivity Highlights
| Data Rate | Receiver Sensitivity | Packet Error Rate (PER) |
| 270M | -70 dBm | 10% PER |
| 130M | -74 dBm | 10% PER |
| 108M | -74 dBm | 10% PER |
| 54M | -77 dBm | 10% PER |
| 11M | -87 dBm | 8% PER |
| 6M | -90 dBm | 10% PER |
| 1M | -98 dBm | 8% PER |
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