The Advanced > IPv6 > IPv6 Internet section in TP-Link routers (found in most Archer, Deco, and similar consumer models) controls how the router obtains and manages its IPv6 WAN (Wide Area Network) connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). This is the WAN-side configuration for IPv6, separate from the IPv6 LAN settings (which handle… Read More Understanding the IPv6 Settings of the TP-Link WiFi 6 Router (802.11AX)

The Advanced > VPN Client section in TP-Link routers (primarily in the Archer series and select other Wi-Fi models) allows the router to function as a VPN client. This connects to a third-party VPN server (e.g., from providers like NordVPN, Surfshark, ExpressVPN, or a custom/self-hosted server), routing internet traffic from chosen devices through an encrypted… Read More Understanding the VPN Client Settings of the TP-Link WiFi 6 Router (802.11AX)

NAT Forwarding is a section in the Advanced settings of most TP-Link routers (such as Archer series models). It allows you to configure how the router handles incoming traffic from the internet to devices on your local network (LAN). Why NAT Forwarding Exists: Understanding the Basics Routers use Network Address Translation (NAT) by default. This… Read More Understanding the TP-Link WiFi 6 Router (802.11AX) NAT Forwarding Settings