The TP-Link Archer MR402 is an AC1200 dual-band 4G LTE router designed to share mobile broadband through Wi-Fi and wired Ethernet connections. Its integrated LTE modem and Nano SIM card slot provide 4G LTE download speeds of up to 150 Mbps without requiring a separate mobile modem. Dual-band Wi-Fi delivers up to 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 867 Mbps on 5 GHz, while support for up to 64 connected Wi-Fi devices makes the Archer MR402 suitable for connected homes and workspaces. A dedicated LAN/WAN port also allows the device to operate as a conventional wireless router when connected to an Ethernet internet source. Key Features 4G LTE Connectivity: Integrated LTE modem provides mobile network download speeds of up to 150 Mbps. AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi: Up to 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 867 Mbps on 5 GHz. Nano SIM: Built-in Nano SIM card slot provides dire access to compatible 3G/4G mobile networks. Up to 64 Wi-Fi Devices: Share the mobile internet connection with multiple wireless devices simultaneously. Detachable LTE Antennas: Two external detachable 4G LTE antennas provide mobile network connectivity. Flexible Router Mode: The LAN/WAN port enables operation as a traditional wireless router using an Ethernet internet connection. Technical Specifications Component Specification TP-Link Model Archer MR402 Produ Type AC1200 Wireless Dual Band 4G LTE Router Mobile Network 4G LTE / 3G 4G LTE Download Speed Up to 150 Mbps SIM Type Nano SIM Wi-Fi Class AC1200 Dual Band 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi Up to 300 Mbps 5 GHz Wi-Fi Up to 867 Mbps Wireless Standards IEEE 802.11a/n/ac 5 GHz, IEEE 802.11b/g/n 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi Devices Up to 64 devices Ethernet Ports 3 × 10/100 Mbps LAN, 1 × 10/100 Mbps LAN/WAN LTE Antennas 2 × Detachable External 4G LTE Antennas Antenna Interface 2 × External SMA-F Buttons WPS/Wi-Fi, Reset OneMesh Supported Power Supply 12 V / 1 A Dimensions 174 × 124.5 × 33.5 mm Compatibility & Important Information The Archer MR402 uses a Nano SIM card for compatible 3G/4G mobile network access. The supported 4G bands include FDD-LTE B1/B3/B5/B7/B8/B20/B28 and TDD-LTE B38/B40/B41. The supported 3G bands are DC-HSPA+/HSPA+/HSPA/UMTS B1/B5/B8. The Ethernet interfaces operate at 10/100 Mbps; they are not Gigabit Ethernet ports. The LAN/WAN port allows the Archer MR402 to operate as a traditional wireless router when connected to an Ethernet internet source. OneMesh operation requires a compatible TP-Link OneMesh range extender or powerline adapter. Please to review Q: Is the TP-Link Archer MR402 a 4G or 5G router? A: The Archer MR402 is a 4G LTE router with 3G network support. It is not a 5G cellular router. Q: What type of SIM card does the Archer MR402 use? A: It has a built-in Nano SIM card slot. Q: What is the maximum 4G download speed? A: TP-Link specifies 4G LTE download speeds of up to 150 Mbps. Q: What Wi-Fi speeds does the Archer MR402 support? A: It provides AC1200 dual-band Wi-Fi with signal rates up to 300 Mbps on 2.4 GHz and 867 Mbps on 5 GHz. Q: How many Wi-Fi devices can conne to the router? A: TP-Link specifies support for up to 64 Wi-Fi devices simultaneously. Q: Does the Archer MR402 have Gigabit Ethernet? A: No. It provides three 10/100 Mbps LAN ports and one 10/100 Mbps LAN/WAN port. Q: Can the Archer MR402 work without a SIM card? A: Yes. Its LAN/WAN port allows it to operate as a traditional wireless router using an Ethernet internet connection. Q: Are the LTE antennas detachable? A: Yes. The router has two detachable external 4G LTE antennas with external SMA-F antenna interfaces.
