topic can't connect newly installed router's WiFi to existing Nest in Nest Thermostats

can't connect newly installed router's WiFi to existing Nest

EBM2022 — Fri, 01 Apr 2022 19:31:30 GMT

We just got a new router installed today and our Nest Thermostat display now reads 'WiFi disconnected'. We can access the 'settings' icon on the screen, but tapping it doesn't connect us to anything. The instructions from the app on our cell phone for this is not working. I don't know if we have to start from the beginning and reinstall the app, or if there's another solution to this problem. Really bad news that this information, whether it originates with 'Google' or specifically with 'Nest' is not more readily available, coherent, or effective! We appreciate any success stories out there!

Re: can't connect newly installed router's WiFi to existing Nest

David_K — Sat, 02 Apr 2022 14:47:03 GMT

Open the Google Home app.
Touch and hold your thermostat's tile.
Select the Settings cog > Remove.
On your thermostat, go to Settings > Account > Disconnect.
In the Home app, tap + at the top left of the home screen.
Then select Set up device > New device.
Choose a home > Select Thermostat (It may specify which thermostat, select Nest Thermostat).
Begin thermostat setup by scanning the QR code on the back of the thermostat display.
When you reach the Get started screen, select Already installed.
You can then skip most of the usual setup steps until you reach the Wi-Fi setup step. Here, you can type in the new password and network name.

Re: can't connect newly installed router's WiFi to existing Nest

evadcpa — Sat, 02 Apr 2022 14:51:19 GMT

Thank you. I think I may have accidentally removed my nest from the app. Also, on the thermostat, when I slide down to settings, and tap it, nothing happens.

Re: can't connect newly installed router's WiFi to existing Nest

David_K — Sat, 02 Apr 2022 17:17:12 GMT

Sounds like your thermostat may be stuck or frozen. Try this:

Pull your thermostat off its base.
Remove both AAA batteries.
Replace the batteries and press your thermostat onto the base until it clicks into place.
It should then turn restart and turn back on.

Re: can't connect newly installed router's WiFi to existing Nest

MelbaDT — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 06:02:39 GMT

Hey folks,

Thanks for answering, davidking.

EBM2022 and evadcpa, how's your Nest thermostats now? Let us know if you still need our help.

Best,

Melba

Re: can't connect newly installed router's WiFi to existing Nest

MelbaDT — Tue, 12 Apr 2022 07:01:17 GMT

Hey folks,

Checking back in — how are your thermostats now?

Best,

Melba

Re: can't connect newly installed router's WiFi to existing Nest

MelbaDT — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 08:34:05 GMT

Hi,

I haven't heard from you in a while so I'll be locking this thread if there is no update within the day. If you have any new issues, updates or just a discussion topic, feel free to start a new thread in the community.

Best,

Melba