Letters dated October 15, 2026, from the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Office of Engineering and Technology reportedly alleged incorrect information in TP-Link router applications covering four models. The letters also reportedly alleged that three of the routers had radio-power levels above permitted limits. The objections were described as a roadblock to TP-Link’s effort to obtain conditional approval to sell Wi-Fi 8 products in the United States.
What the FCC reportedly alleged
The reported cases included high-end Archer models. TP-Link Systems said routine FCC spot checks are standard practice and that individual test results can vary. The company said it supports the FCC’s testing role and would work with the agency to resolve technical questions and address any confirmed issues.
How FCC authorization differs from Wi-Fi 8 standards
The reported objections concerned equipment-authorization applications and radio power. TP-Link identifies IEEE 802.11bn as the technical specification for Wi-Fi 8, developed by IEEE, and says the Wi-Fi Alliance handles consumer certification. Those are distinct from the FCC equipment-authorization process for products intended for sale in the United States.
