What does a eero do?
eero optimizes its performance based on your network layout, connected devices, and overall network usage. So you get fast speed, efficient coverage, and a reliable connection. TrueMesh is a patented eero technology that relies on dynamic routing algorithms and real-time data to help avoid drop-offs.
What is network meshing?
A mesh network is a group of devices that act as a single Wi-Fi network; so there are multiple sources of Wi-Fi around your house, instead of just a single router. These additional Wi-Fi sources are called points.
Does eero need to be plugged into modem?
The first eero has to be plugged into the Ethernet port on your cable modem. This becomes a wireless router for you system. Each additional eero can be placed anywhere 110 volt power is available. They don’t have to be plugged into Ethernet that routes back to the first one.
Is eeros a router?
The EERO is a router, not a modem. So you still need a cable modem to use the EERO.
Does eero make your WiFi faster?
Using Eero can often increase your Wi-Fi speeds because you can add Eero Wi-Fi extenders called Beacons around your house. This way, your Wi-Fi speeds won’t slow down when you are far from your router. Your Wi-Fi speeds should remain the same or comparable when extended through an Eero Beacon.
How much does eero cost per month?
There are no monthly fees or additional costs to use eero. Since eero replaces your router, you will still need an active internet connection from an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and a modem or upstream connection. For questions regarding our advanced security suite eero Secure, please visit this section.
Do I really need WiFi mesh?
Mesh-network kits are the best choice if you need to cover a home of 3,000 square feet or larger, particularly if you have dead zones such as in heavily trafficked rooms that are far from your main router. We also recommend mesh for smaller homes with obstacles like metal-framed walls or metal-and-glass doors.
Does mesh WiFi reduce speed?
In a mesh network, every link, or “hop,” between routers will decrease the bandwidth by half. This happens because wireless links can only do one thing at a time – transmit or receive. In a long “chain” of mesh links, this results in a very slow connection from end to end.
Is eero a router or modem?
Does Eero replace your modem? No, Eero can replace only your router. You’ll either have to buy a new modem or use a modem-router combo after disabling the router mode.
What is the difference between a modem and a router?
Your modem is a box that connects your home network to the wider Internet. A router is a box that lets all of your wired and wireless devices use that Internet connection at once and also allows them to talk to one another without having to do so over the Internet.
Does eero slow down WiFi?
An Eero’s slow speeds may be due to where your Eero is placed in your home; to diagnose this, run speed tests from Speedtest.net at each Eero location to see how the speeds compare. Alternatively, try restarting your modem to refresh the connection between the modem and the Eero.
Why is my eero Internet Slow?
Power cycle your eeros: Try power cycling your eeros by unplugging the power cable from the back of your eero, waiting 30 seconds, and plugging it back in. This step can sometimes fix connectivity issues.