AX12 PRO

Tenda AX12 Pro AX3000 Dual-Band Gigabit Wireless Router

Tenda AX12 Pro AX3000 Dual-Band Gigabit Wireless Router; 2976Mbps combined wireless speed; 5GHz: 2402Mbps; 2.4GHz: 574Mbps; 1 x Gigabit WAN; 3 x Gigabit LAN; 5 x 6dBi external antennas; OFDMA; MU-MIMO; Beamforming; WPA3; Mesh support; dimensions: 267 x 166 x 222mm

About this product

The Tenda AX12 Pro AX3000 Dual-Band Gigabit Wireless Router delivers fast Wi-Fi 6 networking with up to 2402Mbps on 5GHz and 574Mbps on 2.4GHz, plus Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. With OFDMA, MU-MIMO, Beamforming, WPA3 security and Mesh networking support, it is designed for connected homes, streaming, gaming and everyday high-speed internet access. Buy this Tenda AX12 Pro router from our website for a high-performance home networking solution in South Africa.

Overview Summary

Description

The Tenda AX12 Pro is an AX3000 dual-band Gigabit wireless router built for fast and efficient home networking. It uses Wi-Fi 6 technology across both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency bands, providing a combined wireless rate of up to 2976Mbps. The 5GHz band provides up to 2402Mbps while the 2.4GHz band provides up to 574Mbps.

Five external 6dBi omnidirectional antennas are designed to provide broad wireless coverage. The router supports OFDMA, MU-MIMO and Beamforming, helping improve wireless transmission efficiency when multiple compatible devices are connected at the same time. Wi-Fi 6 features include 160MHz channel bandwidth, 1024QAM, BSS Coloring and Target Wake Time.

For wired networking, the AX12 Pro provides one 10/100/1000Mbps WAN port and three 10/100/1000Mbps LAN ports. This allows compatible computers, smart TVs, consoles, network storage devices and other wired equipment to connect through Gigabit Ethernet.

The router supports WPA2-PSK and WPA3-SAE/WPA2-PSK wireless security, along with WPS for simplified secure connections. Network management features include guest networking, IPTV, bandwidth control, parental controls, firewall functions, MAC address cloning, remote web management and Tenda App management.

The AX12 Pro also supports router mode, AP mode and wireless repeater modes including Client+AP and WISP. It supports Mesh networking with compatible Tenda devices, allowing a compatible multi-router network to be created for broader wireless coverage.

Features

The Tenda AX12 Pro combines Wi-Fi 6 wireless technology with Gigabit Ethernet and network management features for demanding home connectivity requirements.

• AX3000 dual-band Wi-Fi 6 wireless networking
• Up to 2402Mbps wireless speed on the 5GHz band
• Up to 574Mbps wireless speed on the 2.4GHz band
• Combined wireless rate of up to 2976Mbps
• Supports IEEE 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 technology
• Five external 6dBi omnidirectional antennas
• Supports OFDMA for efficient multi-device transmission
• Supports MU-MIMO for simultaneous device communication
• Beamforming support for targeted wireless transmission
• Supports 160MHz channel bandwidth
• Supports 1024QAM
• Supports BSS Coloring
• Supports Target Wake Time
• One Gigabit WAN port
• Three Gigabit LAN ports
• Supports WPA3 wireless security
• Supports WPS quick secure connection
• Supports IPv4 and IPv6
• Supports IPTV
• Supports guest networking
• Supports bandwidth control
• Supports parental controls
• Supports firewall functions
• Supports router mode and AP mode
• Supports wireless repeater modes
• Supports Tenda App local and remote management
• Supports compatible Tenda Mesh networking

7 High-Gain 5GHz Antennas
Deliver 40% higher gain than conventional antennas

4 External Independent Signal Amplifiers
Stronger wall penetration and wider Wi-Fi coverage

High-Performance Dual-Core 1.2 GHz CPU
20% more processing power for smoother networking

180degrees Foldable Antenna Design
Flexible placement to fit different home environments

Wi-Fi+ EasyMesh
Easily expand whole-home coverage

7 dBi High-Gain 5 GHz Antennas for Longer More Stable Coverage
The 5 GHz band uses 7 dBi high-gain antennas, delivering approximately 40% higher gain than traditional 5 dBi antennas. This provides stronger signal performance, wider coverage, and fewer dead zones. Even in larger homes, you can enjoy a stable, high-speed network experience throughout the space.

External Independent Signal Amplifiers for Stronger Wall Penetration
Both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands are equipped with independent external signal amplifiers. Compared with typical routers using internal amplification designs, this delivers stronger wall penetration and wider wireless coverage, helping ensure fast and stable Wi-Fi throughout your home.

Powerful Dual-Core CPU for Smoother Networking
Powered by a 1.2 GHz dual-core high-performance processor, delivering up to 20% higher processing performance compared with similar products. Even with multiple devices connected or under heavy network loads, it ensures faster response and consistently smooth network performance, improving your overall online experience.

180degrees Flexible Foldable Antennas for Multiple Placement Options
Unlike typical routers whose antennas fold only 90degrees, the AX12 Pro features an innovative 180degrees foldable design, allowing flexible placement to suit your home network setup.

Upgraded Wi-Fi 6 Experience with 160 MHz
The AX12 Pro delivers dual-band concurrent speeds of up to 2976 Mbps (5 GHz: 2402 Mbps, 2.4 GHz: 574 Mbps) and supports 160 MHz ultra-wide channels.When paired with devices that support 160 MHz, it provides higher transmission efficiency, enabling faster large file downloads and smoother HD video streaming, fully unleashing your device's performance.

Wi-Fi+ Mesh & EasyMesh Easily Expand Whole-Home Coverage
For large apartments or multi-story homes that require extended Wi-Fi coverage, AX12 Pro supports Tenda's proprietary Wi-Fi+ Mesh technology, allowing you to quickly expand your wireless network by pairing it with other Tenda devices that also support Wi-Fi+ Mesh.

Wired Mesh Networking
Simply connect to the main router with an Ethernet cable and power it on to enable automatic wired mesh-no configuration required.

Wireless Mesh Networking
Power on, press the Mesh/WPS button on both units, and wireless mesh is set up automatically.

Wi-Fi Band Lock for Consistently Fast 5 GHz Speeds
The AX12 Pro can lock your devices to the 5GHz band, allowing you to enjoy high-speed internet anytime you move around the house; TVs and security cameras can also lock to the best network node, ensuring clear and smooth video and surveillance footage.

NFC One-Tap Connection
With AX12 Pro's NFC one-touch connection, simply tap your phone on the router's NFC tag to connect to Wi-Fi without entering a password. It's quick, easy, and perfect for guests or family members to get online instantly.

AI Voice Parental Control for Safer Online Time
With AX12 Pro and the Tenda Wi-Fi app, parents can use the AI voice assistant to manage children's internet access with a simple command. Set daily online schedules, balance study and play, and ensure safer, more controlled browsing for kids.

Dedicated IoT Network for Smart Homes
The AX12 Pro creates a dedicated IoT Network for smart home devices, separate from the main Wi-Fi. It's compatible with older devices, giving even legacy smart appliances a new lease on life.

Simpler and More Secure VPN
Supports four VPN protocols: OpenVPN, WireGuard, PPTP, and L2TP, compatible with VPN service providers such as NordVPN and Surfshark. Each device can remotely access data in other locations (such as the company) through the home network without installing VPN software. Data is transmitted using exclusive channel encryption, safe and without risk of leakage.

OFDMA & MU-MIMO
AX12 Pro leverages OFDMA and MU-MIMO, two core Wi-Fi 6 technologies, to enhance performance when multiple devices are online. OFDMA efficiently allocates network resources for simultaneous transmissions, while MU-MIMO allows multiple devices to send and receive data at the same time without slowing each other down. Smartphones, tablets, laptops, and smart home devices all enjoy fast, stable connections.

What's in the Box

• Tenda AX12 Pro wireless router x1
• Power adapter x1
• Gigabit Ethernet cable x1
• Installation guide x1

Specifications

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Specifications
Product Code	AX12 PRO
Hardware
Standard&Protocol	IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u, IEEE802.3ab
Interfaces	1x Gigabit WAN Port
	3x Gigabit LAN Ports
Antenna	4* High gain external antennas
	5GHz:7dBi, 2.4GHz:5dBi
Button	1*WPS/Reset button
Power	Input: AC 100-240V~50/60Hz
	Output:DC 12V?1A
LED Indicator	1* LED
Dimension	226*144*168mm (L*W*H)
Wireless
Wireless Standard	IEEE 802.11ax/ac/n/a 5GHz
	IEEE 802.11ax/n/b/g 2.4GHz
Data Rate	5 GHz: 2402 Mbps ( 802.11ax, HE160)
	2.4 GHz: 574 Mbps ( 802.11ax)
Frequency	CE:
	2.4G: 2412-2472MHz(CH1-CH13)
	5G: 5150-5350MHz(CH36-CH64)
	FCC:
	2.4G: 2412-2462MHz(CH1-CH11)
	5G: 5150-5350MHz(CH36-CH64)
	5725-5850MHz(CH149-CH165)
Transmission Power	CE:
	<20 dBm (2.4 GHz)
	<23 dBm (5 GHz)
	FCC:
	<30 dBm (2.4 GHz)
	<30 dBm (5 GHz)
Basic Features	SSID broadcasting and hiding
	MU-MIMO
	Beamforming signal directional transmission technology
	160MHz
	OFDMA
	1024-QAM
Wireless Security	WPA2-PSK
	WPA3-SAE/WPA2-PSK
	Wireless Security: Enable/Disable
	WPS(WiFi Protected Set-up)fast encryption
Software
Internet Connection Type	PPPoE, Dynamic IP, Static IP
	PPPoE(Russia), PPTP(Russia), L2TP(Russia)
	Unify, Maxis, Maxis-special, Celcom, Digi, Other Special ISPs (VLAN/IPTV)
Network Protocol	IPv4&IPv6
Operating Mode	Router Mode
	AP Mode
	Universal Repeater Mode(Client+AP, WISP)
Parental Control	Client Filter
	URL Filter
	Time Limit
	AI Voice Control
DHCP	DHCP Server
	DHCP Client List
	DHCP Static IP Address Reservation and Allocation
Virtual Server	Port Forwarding, DMZ Host, UPnP
Firewall	ICMP Flood Attack Defense
	TCP Flood Attack Defense
	UDP Flood Attack Defense
	Block Ping From WAN
DDNS	DynDNS, no-ip, oray, 88ip
VPN	IPSec Transparent Transmission
	PPTP Transparent Transmission
	L2TP Transparent Transmission
	PPTP VPN Server
	PPTP VPN Client
	L2TP VPN Client
	Open VPN Client
	WireGuard VPN Client
Special Features	Wi-Fi+(Mesh System)
	EasyMesh
	IoT Network
	Wireless Access Binding
	NFC Stickers
	AI Voice Parental Control
	Auto Upgrade Firmware
	Guest network
	Smart diagnosis
	Smart LED on/off
	Wi-Fi timer on/off
	WAN/LAN port auto-sensing
Other Function	Unify 2.4GHz &5 GHz
	IPTV
	IPv6
	Bandwidth Control
	MAC Address Clone
	Smart Power Saving
	Black list and White list
	Support App and web management
	Remote Web Management
	Bandwidth Control
	MAC Address Clone
	Smart Power Saving
	Black list and White list
Other
Temperature	Operating Temperature : 0degreesC~40degreesC
	Storage Temperature : -40C ~70degreesC
Humidity	Operating Humidity : 10 %~90% RH non-condensing
	Storage Humidity : 5 %~ 90%RH non-condensing
Certification	CE, FCC, RoHS, UKCA
Package Contents	Wi-Fi Router *1
	RJ45 Ethernet Cable*1
	NFC Sticker*1
	Power Adapter*1
	Quick Installation Guide*1

FAQ

What is the Tenda AX12 Pro?

The Tenda AX12 Pro is an AX3000 dual-band Gigabit Wi-Fi 6 wireless router designed for high-speed home networking.

What Wi-Fi speeds does the Tenda AX12 Pro support?

The router supports up to 2402Mbps on the 5GHz band and up to 574Mbps on the 2.4GHz band, for a combined wireless rate of up to 2976Mbps.

Does the Tenda AX12 Pro support Wi-Fi 6?

Yes. The AX12 Pro supports IEEE 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 on both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless bands.

How many Gigabit Ethernet ports does the AX12 Pro have?

The router has one 10/100/1000Mbps WAN port and three 10/100/1000Mbps LAN ports.

Does the Tenda AX12 Pro support Mesh networking?

Yes. The AX12 Pro supports Mesh networking with compatible Tenda devices and supports EasyMesh and XMesh networking.

Does the AX12 Pro support WPA3?

Yes. The AX12 Pro supports WPA3-SAE/WPA2-PSK wireless security.

Is the Tenda AX12 Pro suitable for gaming?

Yes. Its Wi-Fi 6 wireless technology, Gigabit Ethernet ports, OFDMA and MU-MIMO support make it suitable for online gaming and other low-latency network activities.

Can the AX12 Pro be used with IPTV?

Yes. IPTV is supported by the AX12 Pro.

Can the Tenda AX12 Pro be used as an access point?

Yes. The AX12 Pro supports AP mode as well as wireless router mode and wireless repeater modes.

What devices can connect to the AX12 Pro?

Compatible Wi-Fi devices such as smartphones, laptops, tablets, smart TVs, game consoles, printers and smart home devices can connect wirelessly, while compatible wired devices can use the Gigabit LAN ports.