1st Gen Google Wifi Connection Question

[Kentmcp]

When I run a mesh test on my 1st Gen Google wifi (router & 3 satellites), I get a great connection to 2 of the satellites and a good connection to the 3rd even thought the 3rd is probably closer to the router than the others. See screenshot. What determines this and does it slow down wifi connection speeds to the device with the good connection?

[olavrb]

This comment from a previous thread explains the core consepts relevant here:

• https://www.googlenestcommunity.com/t5/Nest-Wifi/3-Nest-Wifi-routers-and-a-point/m-p/12551/highlight...

If tou want to read even more:

• https://www.google.com/search?q=%28site%3Agooglenestcommunity.com%2Ft5%2FNest-Wifi+OR+site%3Areddit....

[AbigailF]

Hey folks,

@olavrb, appreciate your helpful response.
@Kentmcp, chiming in to ensure everything is good here. Have you had the chance to check the links above? Let us know if you have any other questions or concerns.

Best,
Abi

[Kentmcp]

The first referenced thread in olavrb’s response was helpful in understanding how mesh works. The 2nd link didn’t work for me. I’m still not sure why one of my access points gets a “good” connection where the other 2 get a “great” connection.

[AbigailF]

Hi Kentmcp,

Aside from having the points closer to the main router, it’s also important to take note of anything that could be blocking the signals like thick and dense walls, furniture or appliances. You can check this article for more details.

Regards,

Abi

[AbigailF]

Hey Kentmcp,

Checking back in should you still have some questions here. Let us know by replying to this thread.

Best,
Abi

[Kentmcp]

I moved my Google wifi devices around to different spots in the house and seem to have a better mesh connection now. Thanks.

[Jhonleanmel]

Hey Kentmcp,

Awesome — glad to hear that your issue is fixed. It looks like we can consider this one complete, so I will lock the thread shortly unless I can help out with anything else.

Best,
Mel