Google - Nest Wifi Router+Point Bundle

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If possible, place your point off the ground and in plain view, like on a shelf or TV stand. Try to choose a central location at eye level. Add more points Get off the ground. Placing devices somewhere off the ground, such as on a shelf, can greatly improve coverage. Hello, I'm trying to set a Nest Wifi router up to be used as a point. I've watched videos on how to do it and read through a lot of posts on here, many which link to the instructions on how to do it, but I'm still having a hard time. Nest Wifi devices and Google Wifi points can be added to the network you've created with your router. All additional Wifi devices added, including Nest Wifi routers, are considered points in the mesh network. Once you've decided where to place your point and have plugged it in, use the Google Home app for setup. The Nest WiFi not only lets you create a homewide Wi-Fi network, it also has Google Home built in, so it can also listen to your commands and play your favorite tunes.

If you want to use a Nest Wifi router, we recommend setting it up first. You’ll need to factory reset your Google Wifi network through the app, and then set up a new network. Learn more about how to replace your Wi-Fi network. If you don’t want to take advantage of improved speed and coverage of the Nest Wifi router, you can add your Nest Wifi router as an additional point. If you'd like to add another point, tap Yes in the app when prompted or repeat these steps at a later time for additional points.

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While connected to the Google Wifi/ Nest Wifi wireless network with your iPhone or iPad and doing work with the Google Home app, make sure following settings is disabled: You can use multiple Nest Wifi Pro routers to expand coverage to your home. Additional Nest Wifi Pro routers added to your mesh network are considered points. Use the Google Home app for setup. When adding additional points: IPv6 on Nest Wifi has caused strange problems lately. One thing to try is to disable IPv6 ( https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/6361450?hl=en ), add new Nest Wifi unit, then leave IPv6 off or enable it again. It should find your Nest Wifi device. Tap Yes to continue. If you have multiple devices available for setup, select yourNest Wifi router. Overall, the router had a range of 80 feet and the mesh extension added another 50 feet. This should be fine for most homes, but it came up a little short in filling my house, leaving dead spots on the top floor and at the extremities. Clearly, having a second extension would have helped.

If you'd like to add another point, tap Yes in the app when prompted, or repeat those steps at a later time for additional points. Google Wifi provides fast reliable coverage. It can be combined with the Nest Wifi router and Nest Wifi point. Connect the Ethernet cable to your Nest Wifi router's WAN port . Then, connect the other end to your modem. We recommend a maximum of 5 Wifi devices in a single network. Adding more might be detrimental to Wi-Fi performance.Each Nest WiFi device has four internal antennas that work with the electronics to create a self-healing 802.11ac network. While the router's 5GHz transmissions uses a 4x4 setup, its 2.4GHz band uses a 2x2 design, creating a maximum throughput of 2,200 Mbps. On the other hand, the 2x2 extensions top out at 1,200Mbps. Having too many Nest Wi-Fi Points does not do you any good. This can lead to wireless problems. These devices could crowd the 5 GHz bandwidth, slowing the performance that you desire for your devices. You May Also Enjoy Reading Once you’ve set up your network, you can perform a mesh test to verify your connections are strong and adjust the placement of your points as needed. For more Wifi device placement tips, learn how to improve coverage for an existing network. If you’d like to add another Wifi device, tap Yes in the app to continue or follow the steps to add an additional point or routerat a later time.

Once you have set up your network, you can perform a mesh test to verify your connections are strong and readjust the placement of your points as needed. For more Wifi device placement tips, learn how to improve coverage for an existing network. Wifi router: Commonly refers to the Nest Wifi Pro, Nest Wifi, or Google Wifi device that's connected to the modem. Router is also used for Wifi devices that have Ethernet ports. Line of sight. Points perform better when they can see each other. Repositioning points to avoid obstructions like walls, doors, and aquariums can improve performance. Make sure the Google Home app has been granted permission for "local network access" ( https://support.google.com/chromecast/answer/7172427?hl=en ). Each Nest Wifi Pro device you add after the first is considered a mesh point. To provide expanded Wi-Fi coverage, the connection between each point needs to be strong. Make sure the router and points are evenly spread out, but not too far from each other.

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If you’re unable to scan the QR code, tap Continue without scanning, then enter the setup key on the bottom of your device. Don't connect any devices including computers, switches, or another Wifi pointto your primary Wifi device that's plugged into your modem, until after setup is completed.