topic Re: Replace router in Nest Wifi

Replace router

TRHANSEN — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 11:16:14 GMT

Hi.

I would like to replace my Google Nest Wifi router with a 3rd party router (Asus, Netgear etc), but would like to keep all my settings and smart devices that I have in my Google Home app.

Is that possible? And can all non-Google routers be used in Google Home or do I need to look for something specific when choosing the new router?

Re: Replace router

RXShorty — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 13:40:20 GMT

Hi @TRHANSEN

You can use your Google Home and all connected device with any Wifi router.
But you cannot manage the router from the Google Home app.

Re: Replace router

MichaelP — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 14:15:05 GMT

Hello @TRHANSEN

Just to add to @RXShorty 's answer, to do this, take note of the exact network name and password your current Nest WiFi network is set up with before shutting it down. Then, when setting up the new network, use the same network name and password. That way, all of your existing WiFi client devices should connect to the new network without having to be reconfigured. You will manage that WiFi network using the app or web page provided by new equipment's manufacturer.

Re: Replace router

TRHANSEN — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 14:44:06 GMT

Thanks @MichaelP MichaelP and @RXShorty Nice tip.

All the content in my "Smart Home" (Hue, Google nest speakers, different rooms etc), will these configurations stay untouched in the Google Home app?

Re: Replace router

MichaelP — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 14:46:47 GMT

Hello @TRHANSEN

Yes, all of the devices currently in the Google Home app will stay there (except for the Nest WiFi system itself, including any Nest WiFi Point units that are smart speakers). They are just connected to each other via whatever WiFi network you have and to the internet through that network.

Re: Replace router

LovelyM — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 19:21:43 GMT

Hello everyone,

@RXShorty and @MichaelP, I appreciate your assistance here.

@TRHANSEN, it looks like your question was already answered. We're sad to see you go, but I want to make sure that everything is covered on your end. Feel free to reply to this thread if you have additional questions or concerns.

Many thanks,
Lovely

Re: Replace router

LovelyM — Sat, 10 Jun 2023 21:57:32 GMT

Hi TRHANSEN,

I know it has been a while, but I wanted to ensure that everything is covered on your end. Please inform me if you still need a helping hand.

Cheers,
Lovely

Re: Replace router

Dan_A — Sun, 11 Jun 2023 22:03:57 GMT

Hey there,

We haven't heard from you in a while so we'll be locking this thread if there is no update within 24 hours. If you need assistance or want to discuss topics, feel free to start a new thread.

Thanks,

Dan