Samsung’s SmartThings Wi-Fi is a mesh router that comes with built-in SmartThings hub technology. This device allows you to connect all your smart home devices and control them from one place. In this guide, we will take you through the steps of setting up your SmartThings Wi-Fi hub.
Before you begin, make sure that you have the SmartThings app installed on your phone, and you are signed in to your Samsung account. If you don’t have an account, you can create one from the dashboard.
To add a new device, click on the plus symbol and scroll down to select Wi-Fi/hub in the home appliances section. Touch the brand of the device you’re connecting, which in this case is SmartThings. Now, select the SmartThings Wi-Fi hub with your device’s model number, which can be found on the device.
Choose the location and room you wish to add the hub to. You can either select an existing room or create a new one. Choose the wallpaper display for the new room, and touch save.
Next, connect one end of the supplied ethernet cable to your modem and the other end to the port labeled ‘in’ on the SmartThings Wi-Fi hub. Plug the power cable into the device, and wait for the LED to blink red and green. Once the LED stops blinking, review the end-user license agreement, check the box if you agree, and touch next.
Name your network and give it a secure password. Ensure that the box “First setup SmartThings hub” is checked, touch next, and wait while the Wi-Fi hub completes its setup.
If you have additional Wi-Fi hubs, you can set them up to extend your network. Otherwise, touch ‘done.’ Click on ‘next’ to allow Plume to optimize your Wi-Fi network. You can also connect your smart devices and create automations to make your home a smart home.
Finally, click ‘okay’ to connect your mobile device to the SmartThings Wi-Fi network, and click ‘here’ to get the Plume app to manage your Wi-Fi network access and performance.
In conclusion, positioning your SmartThings Wi-Fi hub in the right location is crucial for optimal performance. You should place the hub in a central location, away from walls and other obstructions. Following these steps will help you set up and connect your SmartThings Wi-Fi hub, and get your smart home devices up and running in no time.