Note: For a mesh point, either the WAN or LANport can be used as a LAN port. Use a switch to add more LAN portsto hardwire your Wifi devices. If you’re setting up a Nest Wifi point, this location will also be where you interact with the Google Assistant. Connect the Ethernet cable to your Nest Wifi router's WAN port . Then, connect the other end to your modem. Speed and reliability are obviously the most essential elements for a good Wi-Fi experience, but Nest Wifi isn’t without its extras. We’ve already talked about Assistant integration in Points, but here are some other features offered by Nest Wifi that help it stand out. Parental controls are a breeze, too. Want to pause Wi-Fi during homework time or when the kiddos should be going to bed? Nest Wifi makes it easy. Just head into the Home app and tap a few buttons to set it up. Google also allows you to restrict searches, though it’s not the most robust system. If you want to set up more granular internet access, there are apps and software tools that give you much more control. Still, it’s nice to have the option.

Now think about where else you want a strong Wi-Fi signal in your home. Place your next point about halfway in that direction, but not more than two rooms away from the primary point. 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. Tap Yes to continue. If you have multiple devices available for setup, select your Nest Wifi router. Now, think about where else you want a strong Wi-Fi signal in your home. Place your point about halfway in that direction, but no more than 2 rooms away from your router or another point. 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.Stay close. Points work best when they’re no more than two rooms away from each other. For example, if the far end of your house has weak Wi-Fi, don’t put a Wifi point in that exact spot. Instead, put it partway in that direction. Nest Wifi devices include the Google Nest Wifi router and Nest Wifi points with Google Assistant speakers. You can also add Google Wifi points to your Nest Wifi network in the same way you add Nest Wifi points. Place your Nest Wifi router Point: A point or points refer to any Nest Wifi Pro, Nest Wifi, or Google Wifi device that's added to the main router as part of your mesh network to extend coverage. Nest Wifi points don't have Ethernet ports and can't be hardwired. Learn more about compatibility for Nest Wifi and Google Wifi products. If you'd like to add another Wifi device, tap Yes in the app to continue or follow the steps below to add a point at a later time. 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

No support for OnHub users. Unfortunately, the Google OnHub router is not compatible with Google Nest Wifi. We recommend a maximum of 5 Wifi devices in a single network. Adding more might be detrimental to Wi-Fi performance. Google Wifi provides fast reliable coverage. It can be combined with the Nest Wifi router and Nest Wifi point. If you have both Nest Wifi and Google Wifi devices (this does not include Google Nest Wifi Pro with Wi-Fi 6E),they can be combined in the same network and will work together to provide Wi-Fi throughout your home. There are a few options depending on whether you want to add a Google Wifi device to a Nest Wifi network, or a Nest Wifi device to a Google Wifi network.

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If you have invested in Google Nest Wi-Fi, the latest mesh Wi-Fi system from Google, you have naturally wondered whether to buy routers for your mesh or point devices to extend range and connectivity. For the strongest signal, place your router at eye level, in plain view, like on a shelf or TV stand. Find a nearby wall outlet. Make sure the power adapter is connected to your point, then plug the other end into the outlet. If you’re setting up a Nest Wifi point, the point’s light will pulse to indicate that it’s powering on. Hey! I'm Doug, My passion for tech started by fixing phones and computers for my friends and family. To provide Wi-Fi coverage to every corner of your home, the connection between each point needs to be strong. Make sure the points are evenly spread out but not too far from each other.