TP-Link DECO BE22(1-PACK) mesh wi-fi system Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz) Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) White 2 Internal

Deco BE22 is a Wi‑Fi 7 mesh system that delivers multi‑gigabit wireless performance, low latency and improved interference resistance for whole‑home coverage. With combined wireless and wired backhaul, dual‑band 4K‑QAM speeds up to 3.6 Gbps and AI‑driven roaming, Deco BE22 is designed for bandwidth‑heavy activities such as cloud gaming, 8K streaming and simultaneous use of many smart devices. The system supports built‑in HomeShield security, VPN client and server modes, a private IoT network and works with existing Deco units to expand coverage.

Advantages

Provides up to 3.6 Gbps aggregated throughput across 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz bands with Multi‑Link Operation (MLO) for higher throughput and lower latency. Built‑in HomeShield offers device and network protection plus parental controls and real‑time IoT security. VPN client and server support lets devices access remote VPNs without individual client installs while allowing simultaneous ordinary internet access. AI‑driven roaming maintains uninterrupted streaming and fast handoffs between Deco nodes. A private IoT Wi‑Fi and WPA3 encryption improve security for smart home devices.

Key specifications

• Wireless standard: Wi‑Fi 7 (802.11be) Dual‑band
• Maximum aggregated speed: up to 3.6 Gbps (2882 Mbps @ 5 GHz + 688 Mbps @ 2.4 GHz)
• Multi‑Link Operation (MLO): yes, simultaneous data over different bands/channels
• Backhaul: combined wireless and wired backhaul support
• LAN ports: 2 × 1.0 Gbps Gigabit ports
• Security: WPA‑Personal, WPA2‑Personal, WPA3‑Personal
• HomeShield: network protection, parental controls, IoT security
• VPN: supports OpenVPN, PPTP, L2TP/IPSec as client and server
• Compatibility: backward compatible with previous Wi‑Fi generations and works with any ISP/modem
• Antenna: 4 internal antennas
• Color: white; form factor: mesh system
• Network features: PPPoE, Dynamic IP, Static IP, WDS bridge, DHCP client/server, QoS, port forwarding

How to use

Install the TP‑Link Deco app on a smartphone, follow the three simple setup steps to add the Deco BE22 unit(s) to your home network, and choose wired or wireless backhaul as needed. Configure Wi‑Fi names and passwords, enable HomeShield and WPA3 for improved security, and set up a private IoT network if you want to isolate smart devices. To use VPN features, enable VPN client or server mode in the Deco app and enter the remote server or account details; Deco can run VPN and normal internet traffic simultaneously.

Recommendations

Place Deco units centrally in each coverage area and connect at least one unit via Ethernet for optimal backhaul performance. Keep IoT devices on the private IoT network with HomeShield enabled and use WPA3 where supported. For heavy streaming or gaming, verify that clients support the 5 GHz band and 4K‑QAM to benefit from maximum speeds.