If a new firmware version is available, you will receive a notification in the upper right corner of the screen.
TP-Link manufactures routers in various hardware versions (v1, v2, v3, etc.). Firmware is hardware-specific. Installing firmware meant for a different version can permanently damage ("brick") your device. How to Verify Your Hardware Version
You can update your Archer C6 v3.20 router using two primary methods: the Tether Mobile App or a Web Browser. Method 1: Using the TP-Link Tether App (Easiest) tp link archer c6 v3.20 firmware
The v3.20 is essentially a minor PCB (Printed Circuit Board) revision of the v3 router. Internally, it might use a different flash memory chip or a slightly different voltage regulator than the standard v3. While the features are identical, the code that drives the hardware is different.
Resolves common connection drops, signal degradation, and IP conflict issues. If a new firmware version is available, you
The Archer C6 has multiple hardware versions (v1, v2, v3.20, v4). Installing v2 firmware on a v3.20 will brick your device.
Open a web browser, enter http://tplinkwifi.net or 192.168.0.1 , and log in to your router. Installing firmware meant for a different version can
Under , click Browse and select the extracted .bin file. Click Upgrade and wait for the process to complete. Post-Update Best Practices