Deco XE75 Pro Review - Future Proof Your House with an ULTRA FAST Wi-Fi 6E Mesh Node System!

[@youtubewatcherdesi]

I don't understand why switching the base router to DECO is so much work for your IoT. Can't you use the same wifi name and password and do a perfect swtich ?

[@JSyntax]

yes I was wrong! I did that actually and it worked great. my bad!

[@everythings_shiny]

Great review. I've already bought these and will be transporting them to a house overseas, so not yet tried. One question, why did you leave the 2.4GHz network on the modem/router? Why not just disable all wifi on the modem and set up a 2.4GHz network with the same access point name on the Deco? I've swapped out routers using this technique and all my smart light bulbs etc continued to work without any intervention

[@mscargill1]

Thanks for your very clear and useful explanation of the Back Haul feature and how that makes the WiFi 6 capability of this Deco mesh system immediately useful even without WiFi 6 compatible devices. I have a TP-Link Deco mesh system in a very old cottage with very thick walls and it works effortlessly and very reliably. The only problems I have had is when a recent thunderstorm knocked out my wifi settings and I had to reset and reconnect all my three Deco units. Not a problem caused by TP-Link. Really enjoy watching out for and then watching your video reviews. You do a great job! I started with your long Garmin Vivoactive 4 reviews and have never looked back! Take care and thanks!

[@RLFinch33]

I recommend in the strongest possible terms to use a wired backhaul using CAT 6 cable. No matter how much better Wi-Fi is now than it used to be, its goal is still to connect devices to the web at speeds CLOSE to that provided by your ISP. The actual connection speed of course, depends on a variety of factors.. Whereas a wired connection will give you 100% of the speed you are paying for. It’s not quite as convenient I guess. But to me its more convenient than getting less connection speed than I’m paying for.

[@joost1183]

​@@RLFinch33Hey Richard, happen to know if I can wire 2 and do 1 through wifi backhaul?

[@HarrySwettenham26]

I​@@joost1183I don't have this exact model but the TP Link Mesh System that I have. Two are wired and the third is wireless backhaul so yes, it should be possible.

[@sunnybleek0321]

I love you man!! You just answered the 10 million dollar quest. I can now use my current Modem/WiFi Router combo to do a mesh system. Your the MAN!! 🙂

[@JSyntax]

Glad I could help!

[@mangowarrior2211]

Great Video. If I already have an existing router and only want to use the deco in AP mode...can that connection between the 2 deco units and my current router be wireless or must it be wired? Thank you

[@ItzWraggy]

One of the best videos regarding wifi 6e very detailed and you explained things very well and clear. I think i’ve decided to get myself one of these Deco mesh systems I think it will benefit my gaming needs

[@JSyntax]

it has been a game changer for me! ty for the kudos

[@Shadow_Banned_Conservative]

I bought two of the non-pro systems and I'm hoping they play well together in my three separate network home. I have a VPN network for my surfing, a non-VPN network for my work and streaming, and an separate VPN network for my IoT devices. I've had several tp-link devices over the years and have been quite happy with them. I'm currently running separate amplifi HD devices on two networks using a mesh setup, and a third amplifi non-mesh setup for the IoT devices through a pfSense router/firewall. All the older Wifi5 standard. What sold me on adopting 6E is the dedicated 6 Ghz backhaul and three nodes to use as APs to hook my network drives and Plex server into. I frequently move large files across the network and hope I'll get the speeds promised by tp-link. Anyway, enjoyed the review, thanks!

[@44Mag]

I just bought a 3-node setup today (Dec of 2023 for $350) and plan to hook it up tomorrow. My current router is a dual band, and actually has 2 SSID's (2.4 and 5.0) - All of my devices have to connect to one or the other and be switched manually if I need to. From what I gather, this XE75 system will just have a single SSID, and each device will automatically connect to whatever band it can get the best signal on? - (Does that sound right?) - Some of my devices are 2.4 only, so those I am not too concerned with. I am wondering about the last 3 security cameras I bought that can use Wi-Fi 6 (not 6e). I am hoping those connect automatically with the higher speed of the 5.0 band, while using the wi-fi 6 higher speeds? My wife works from home and her Cisco Meraki has to connect with an ethernet cable, so I am hoping it can plug in to one of the lan ports on a node and get connected, without my having to run 75' of cable to her new home-office we are setting up for her. (fingers-crossed)

[@JSyntax]

Yes one ssid with optimization!

[@JSyntax]

The range is good, your home security cam like 2.4ghz

[@MSU92AZ]

This is a great video!! Thanks for the in-depth info! I’ve been researching mesh systems non-stop and the TP-Links seem pretty sweet. My wife and I are moving into a new house so having one upstairs & one down will be awesome.

[@avijitjha1614]

Great video. Im new to the mesh system. My old router sucks. I cant get good speeds on my android tv in another room. Cellphone gets gud speed in the exact same place. Will the deco improve the signal on my tv?

[@NadirHemani-bp6rc]

Hi this is Nadir hemani. Thank you for video which was very knowledgeable. Got a question. You said that shut down 5 GHz on your modem and shit down 2.4 Gha on the Deco Ace75. And to use deco in ACCESS POINT mode. How you can do that? Do you have any video for this Can you please help

[@411sponge72]

Thank you for the video! I just purchased one of these mesh kits. I have a question, I understand what you did when you used the deco in access point mode, however, wouldn’t you lose the 6 ghz back haul feature?

[@Pind2Canada]

So i have a question, so main router shows its Wifi name and Deco Access Shows other , so how can we use 1 name only for both ?!!! Or we have to bridge main router

[@PapaKJxo]

Can each be hardwired to a switch using the 2.5gbps port? (HARDWIRED) Modem>Deco Router>MULTI GIG SWITCH>Deco Node

[@tobiewolfen01]

Using the XE75 fixed a ping issue I was having. An MMO I play was indicating a 83-117ms ping with the ISP gateway, but after changing it to bridge mode and using the Deco XE75 it dropped it down to 58-62ms.

[@411sponge72]

That still doesn’t sound that well. Were you still able to game without any lag?

[@rabindrarana8400]

Thanks for the show. Does the Deco power adapter has input of 110V to 220 Volts.

[@AinzOoalG0wn]

i liked how thorough you were with your review and commentary. keep it up :} *liked and subscribed

[@LifeOfaMatt]

Awesome video. THANK YOU. I’m grabbing the 3 pack tomorrow to replace my Telus boost wifi unit; its been nothing but problems since installed last week.

[@JSyntax]

Great to hear!

[@StuartBelote]

My last 3 network upgrades I have not had to migrate any of my IOT devices. I simply reused my SSID and password from my old router and all the devices reconnected.

[@ProjectAnubisUSA]

I had the 55 series with three nodes, and it kept disconnecting frequently from the base router. now I have the 75 series with 2 nodes and it’s also been disconnecting at the base, but not as frequently. Keep in mind I have Xfinity 400 Mbps and brand new Motorola 3.1 modem. The way I was able to reconnect was by unplugging everything and plugging it back in and It reconnected. My question, is this a problem that other people are having or Is it my Internet service provider losing connection? My modem always shows connection, hence why I think it’s the routers and not my ISP. Any feedback will be appreciated, so I know whether or not I need to send it back, thanks.

[@pedrovervaeke4291]

I used them for a week. The range was a disaster. I returned them and went again for the asus RT-AX86 and the RT-AX55. Another thing, I don't like the paywall for the additional features.

[@JarnoSuni1]

Like what additional features?

[@joephu]

Do you know the best ethernet backhauling configuration for the Decos? A) Both satellites connect to the deco main router B) Daisy chain (main router to satellite A, Satellite A connect to Satellite B) C) Switch - All 3 Deco connect to an unmanaged switch

[@CocktailCards]

I’m curious about the same, did you end up doing this?

[@joephu]

@@CocktailCards if you plan to have one node act as your router, than option C is best with all 3 nodes connected to a unmanaged gigaswitch is best. My download speeds are amazing throughout the house. I just turned off my internet providers modem/router's wifi and put it in pass-through mode. This let's you access all the TP-Link settings.

[@richellebrittain2127]

Though all three will work, option C is best for most people because it maximizes your available Ethernet ports at each node, plus it should add ports at the switch as well. If your Internet speed is 2Gb, option A might be better as it could potentially deliver 1Gb backhaul separately to each satellite (vs. 1Gb total backhaul for both satellites in B, or for those plus the switch in C).

[@oldbiker57]

Do you have to daisy chain from 1 node to the next? Or can you wire 2 nodes back to the "main" unit. The way the cabling is done in my house, this would be easier. All my cables " homerun" back to the source (modem).

[@JSyntax]

You should be able to plug both to the main router!

[@victorvek5227]

Run the main to an unmanaged switch and everything else back to the switch. Wired backhaul bliss.

[@folkenprable]

hey hope u do know to get some cat 8 cable to connect from ur modem to the TP link. really like the video and tnx for sharing the info... was really looking for a good review of this product cuz i was going to buy 1 from costco.. 🧐🤓 keep up the good work..

[@JSyntax]

Ty!

[@MannyRataul]

This was a very thorough and informative video! I am definitely picking up these nodes for my home wifi network.

[@cubeg3271]

So, did you just hook these up as access points? I just bought this system and I wanted to do that to extend my already decent Wi-Fi 6 router but was afraid it would not work correctly or not give me the good speed. I’m hoping that is what you did here because if so, I will hook up the same way!

[@JSyntax]

Yes! Ap works gr8

[@NigelM18]

If you get a 3 pack deco xe75 pro, can you add that tp link axe75 router you talk about as part of the same ssid network by changing it to an ap, or can you only add a fourth deco?

[@Nettechnologist]

Can the wan port be any of the ports? Can I use the 1gig port for WAN and 2.5 for my LAN so I can get faster access to be NAS that has 2.5g interface ?

[@JSyntax]

Yes!

[@km7914]

I just got fiberoptic in my area and got the XE5300 Deco system. It comes with three nodes, one I plug into modem via ethernet code. My speeds are mediocre at best. I was wondering maybe I need another node? Do I have to use the same XE5300 node or can I get another version, maybe a more expensive 200 deco node? I am paying for 1gb and just running a speed test on my wifi, it's 75 mb download and 65 upload. please help

[@menelek16bc]

I have the same crappy rogers modem/router. My question is when you install the 2 node mesh system, did you disable the rogers wifi and rely solely on the deco wifi?

[@menelek16bc]

got it I did finish the vid, haha

[@JSyntax]

excellent, you can put Rogers in bridge mode if you want deco to be a router. however, I keep mine in Ap mode

[@user-ld9ic6sw3k]

If you have a power cut will it automatically come back without having to reset

[@Average3djoe]

Can you add to your home more than 3 nodes ?

[@JDDees]

How many deco routers can you add on 1 system, more than 3???

[@freddye7442]

are you using on bridge mode or lan with the original isp ?

[@eranhuman]

do you have a Hue Bridge. did you have any issues getting that connected? Mine will not fully 'light up' with the Deco :(

[@Kraftonia]

My provided modem lets me set it to "bridge-mode" if i'm connecting a new router. This is THAT thing right? So I'm gonna set it in bridge mode I guess 😊

[@xlqwy.9.112]

Can I connect a wifi mesh to my pc to use it like Ethernet cable?

[@PapaKJxo]

Can all nodes and router be hardwired via cat6 to a switch? Want all pieces to be haedwired through the 2.5gbps port.

[@aj0425]

If you don't disable WiFi on your original modem/router, it will create interference, right? So internet setup is still on the modem, and these devices act as routers!

[@ATVHOBO]

why are you not using bridge mode on the rogers router so you are not double natted. Or use the decos in ap mode again so your not double natted? And if you still using the wifi on the rogers router your not help congestion. Also 2.4 on the deco is faster and can hold more IOT devices.

[@JSyntax]

I eventually went bridge!

[@goldviper5280]

I learned a lot from your video. Thanks so much for the info.

[@JSyntax]

Glad it helped!

[@alansheridan6768]

I am with Xfinity and I they just installed (10/7/22) their new Modem/Router (with 2 land line telephone ports that I use). The model of Modem/Router is Technicolor CGM4331COM. My home is about 2400 square feet. With this Deco XE75 Pro, would I put it in Bridge or Access Mode and Continue to use Xfinity's Modem as a Router also. And, I am assuming with my square footage house two nodes would be more than sufficient. Thank You.

[@JSyntax]

Same here

[@piscessaga]

what router were you using where the deco can just hop onto it without creating a new network? is this a feature for the xe75pro or all deco's?

[@JSyntax]

my Rogers isp modem/router, it's a free rental

[@roadrunner793]

Can you set up more than 1 password, if you want to share the network with other member of the family but you don't want them to access the settings.

[@ParsifalGodtree]

TP-Link Deco segregation of the 6GHz band with WPA3 only password encryption creates headaches for 6E devices with mixed WPA2/3 encryption & backward compatibility. I was hopeful their new WiFi 7 MLO SSID on their Deco BE63 which combines 5 & 6 GHz bands would help but this SSID also requires WPA3 and most 6E devices with both WPA2 & 3 routinely get dropped when they transition backward to 5GHz with WPA2 encryption. Also, the Google Home app doesn't support WPA3 configuration, so I ended up having to configure my wifi 6E TV manually. This is why we need common standards with backward compatibility. I'd like to jump into the new BE85 or BE95 models but can't until this SSID & WPA segregation mess gets fixed

[@richellebrittain2127]

Can you not set the 5GHz band to use either WPA2 or WPA3? My current ISP-provided Wi-Fi 6 (no E) router is set that way. Just because WPA3 is required on the 6 GHz band shouldn't prevent you from using WPA3 on other bands even if they also have WPA2 clients.

[@Stormyism]

The more powerful, and more expensive Deco XE200 is out now. Worth a look if you are wanting even more capability / future proofing. They have better range (more internal antennas) and sport a 10GB WAN port and 16 streams, 10 more than the XE75 Pro. I'm probably going to pick up at least 1 of the XE75's though for one of my out buildings. I do love how these all play well together.

[@JSyntax]

Wow! I want this now.

[@richellebrittain2127]

A couple of issues with the XE200: First, it still has only ONE >1Gb Ethernet port; it only bumps it up from 2.5Gb to 10Gb, so it still can't do >1Gb wired backhaul. (It might go higher with combined wired & wireless backhaul, but almost certainly not 10Gb combined.) Second, right now the Deco BE63 2-pack (their basic Wi-Fi 7 model) is $100 cheaper than the XE200 2-pack (the only size available) on Amazon; all its Ethernet ports are 2.5Gb so it can do up to 2.5Gb wired backhaul. I suspect most people considering an XE200 would be better off with a XE75 Pro or BE63 depending on their Internet speeds.

[@yuzhouxie9394]

Hi, can the 2.5gbps be used in wireless mode or has it got to wired? Thank you.

[@cameronvandevelde4186]

I have a question. i bought 2 pack for a deal but only need one node for now so i am using 1 node for now. i have noticed that my speeds are not consistent over wifi and the only way the speeds are kept as consistent as possible is that i put it on a daily reboot schedule. with that being said, when i am able to move into a bigger home where i will need 2 or more nodes, will the wifi speeds more consistent than opposed to 1 node?

[@JSyntax]

Hmm, I use one and it's good! Maybe it's the placement. Having two won't hurt. How big is ur home

[@cameronvandevelde4186]

@@JSyntax around 1400 sq ft

[@educationalandtechnicalcha9425]

Does it have WPS privilege?

[@codebluecrazy888]

Confusing on the backhaul

[@curioussand1339]

Main problem with this TP-Link camera is that it's coming from a Chinese company which is under CPP rule. For that reason I chose a product coming from an U.S company, as I'm less concerned about the consequences of any misuse that might take place.

[@eperry24]

which 5 g Lte router to hook up to this mesh network?

[@Riv359]

Great video, very educational.👍👍

[@razkrat8803]

solid info. thanks

[@GwilymJames]

Nice real world video.

[@sergio223-b3s]

Link is not for the XE75 pro

[@lukaszk.4]

Nice one, thanks!

[@JSyntax]

Glad you liked it!

[@HamzooPineda]

If you set the Deco using the same wifi name and password, all your device will connect automatically.

[@eraldway]

Dang it. I just bought this and now TP LINK WIFI 7 is out.

[@JSyntax]

You still got an amazing simple to use router extender

[@eraldway]

@@JSyntax the only thing I regret is not buying the 3 pack.

[@richellebrittain2127]

This model is still cheaper than their cheapest Wi-Fi 7 model BE63. I'm vacillating between the XE75 Pro and BE63 myself, though I'm leaning towards the XE75 Pro right now.

[@RLFinch33]

You dont have any 6E devices because none exist other than competing 6E mesh router systems. You wouldn’t want it if you got it though. Do some research on the effective range of 6GHz frequencies, as well as how well those frequencies cope with obstructions in their line of sight with potential clients. There’s a reason there aren’t any devices running 6GHz

[@LeslieDugger]

“Future proof” reading that as I order a wifi 7 mesh system

[@JSyntax]

lol. ouch.

[@ep6606]

Doesn’t everyone have unlimited data in 2023?

[@yarr_]

Too bad it only works with WiFi 6E and nothing really uses 6E

[@abolfazlsaravani2214]

good review but you do explain a few things over and over again, it is a tad annoying :)

[@JSyntax]

Ty I'll try to improve

[@truzar100]

No, now we have Wi-Fi 7

[@DJaquithFL]

Kind of defeats the purpose of having Wi-Fi 6E when you're using the Wi-Fi 6E as your backhaul. Instead you need a quad band or even dual 2.5 GbE ports as my preference Ethernet Backhauling. This design is pretty idiotic actually.

[@DJaquithFL]

.. Again I said "dual 2.5 GbE" ..

[@HeadlaRed]

Can you recommend a good quad band system?

[@joerodriguez7334]

@@HeadlaRed only one i can think of is the orbi system . But if you dont have 6e devices then your fine using 6e as mesh connetion between the 2 . Once you do get 6e devices i would do wired between the 2 devices. This system way cheaper then orbi

[@Stormyism]

Not at all.... I'd have to run a quarter mile worth of ethernet cable to do what he's doing with the 6E backhaul channel and as he showed in the video, you can share the 6E channel with your other 6E capable stuff presuming you have any (and he didn't). If you have the option to run cables to all of your nodes, more power to you, but that isn't really what a lot of wireless use cases are all about.

[@DJaquithFL]

@@Stormyism .. Then run the cabling, are you trying to convince me/everyone being lazy is a good thing? I have a house full of CAT 6A. Again a quad channel would solve this problem if you're lazy and don't want to run cabling. However, lacking dual 2.5 GbE just limits the hell out of this as a solution. In my area Frontier FiOS is getting ready to drop the price on 2.5 Gbps internet. Therefore, this would be a useless solution. If you're wondering why then you don't have children that game and download insanely large files, do you?

[@geraldpatrick5552]

pr໐๓໐Ş๓ 🤭

[@Miguel-xf3ec]

Great Video Thank

[@sunnybleek0321]

I love you man!! You just answered the 10 million dollar quest. I can now use my current Modem/WiFi Router combo to do a mesh system. Your the MAN!! 🙂

[@JSyntax]

Glad I could help!