Router módem VDSL/ADSL TP-Link AC2100 Wireless MU-MIMO

The TP-Link Archer VR2100 is an AC2100 dual-band VDSL/ADSL modem router that combines Super VDSL (VDSL2 Profile 35b) support with Gigabit wired connectivity and USB 3.0 file sharing. It supports VDSL2, ADSL2+, ADSL2 and ADSL connections and can also operate as a router connected to a cable or fiber modem via its Ethernet WAN port. Dual-band Wi‑Fi delivers up to 1733 Mbps on 5 GHz and 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz for a combined throughput of up to 2.1 Gbps, and four external antennas plus MU‑MIMO help maintain stable wireless performance for multiple devices.

Advantages

Super VDSL (VDSL2 Profile 35b) increases downstream speeds up to 350 Mbps while remaining backwards compatible with standard DSL protocols. The router provides flexible connectivity options including an Ethernet WAN port for use with cable or fiber modems and a USB 3.0 port for external storage or 3/4G adapter backup. Four Gigabit LAN ports and USB 3.0 support high-speed wired transfers and media sharing. Dual-band Wi‑Fi with 4×4 MU‑MIMO and support for TP‑Link OneMesh enable broader coverage and improved multi-device performance.

Suitable for

• Homes with VDSL/ADSL internet lines that require higher downstream speeds
• Households using both wired Gigabit devices and multiple wireless clients (HD streaming, gaming)
• Users who need USB storage sharing or 3/4G backup via the USB 3.0 port
• Homes seeking whole‑home coverage using TP‑Link OneMesh-compatible devices

Key specifications

• Model: Archer VR2100 (TP‑Link AC2100)
• DSL: Super VDSL (VDSL2 Profile 35b); compatible with VDSL2, ADSL2+, ADSL2, ADSL
• Wi‑Fi bands: Dual‑band 2.4 GHz (up to 300 Mbps) + 5 GHz (up to 1733 Mbps)
• Wi‑Fi standard: Wi‑Fi 5 (802.11ac) and backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n
• MU‑MIMO: 4×4
• Ethernet: 1×WAN (supports Ethernet WAN), 4×Gigabit LAN ports
• USB: 1×USB 3.0 port
• Antennas: 4 external antennas
• Security: WPA/WPA2; IPv4 and IPv6 supported
• Colour: Black

How to use

Connect the Archer VR2100 to your DSL line using the built‑in DSL port or to a cable/fiber modem via the Ethernet WAN port. Power on the device and follow the web-based setup wizard or use the TP‑Link Tether app on an Android or iOS device to complete configuration. Configure Wi‑Fi network names and passwords, set up parental controls and access rules, and connect wired devices to the Gigabit LAN ports. Optionally attach an external USB storage device to the USB 3.0 port for file sharing or plug in a compatible 3/4G USB adapter to provide failover internet connectivity.

Recommendations

Place the router centrally in your home, elevated and away from large metal objects or microwave ovens to reduce interference. Use the 5 GHz band for bandwidth‑intensive tasks (HD streaming, online gaming) and the 2.4 GHz band for longer range or legacy devices. Keep firmware up to date via the Tether app or web interface for best performance and security.