When you are creating an eero network, we recommend using a device that has a data connection. During setup, you'll need to swap out your existing router for your eero, which will briefly disconnect your wifi. In order for your new eero to register and bring your network online, your mobile device will need an available connection to the internet.
How do I set up my eero network if I don't have cell data service?
If you don't have cell data service where you live, take the following extra steps when setting up your eero network:
- Rather than plugging your Gateway eero into your modem, plug it into your existing router during setup. This way, you can use your current wifi network to complete the setup and switch over to your eero network once setup is complete
- This is called double NAT. See How do I set up my eero if I want to keep my existing router?
- If you have a standalone modem and router, you can remove the router once your eero network is running. Unplug the Gateway eero from your router, power cycle your modem, and then plug your gateway directly into the modem
- When power cycling your modem, wait until your modem is fully powered back on before plugging your Gateway eero into it. Depending on the modem, this may take up to 3–5 minutes
- After you plug your Gateway eero into your modem, you'll no longer need your old router
- If you have a modem/router combo, you can put that device in bridge mode for optimal network performance