How do I set up BT whole home Wi-Fi?
Once you’ve used the Whole Home Wi-Fi configurator and purchased the most appropriate model, setting up your chosen BT Whole Home Wi-Fi system couldn’t be simpler. In just four quick and easy steps you can start accessing your supercharged, superfast broadband all around your home: Download the Whole Home Wi-Fi app to your smartphone.
What is BT Broadband and BT Mobile?
With BT Broadband and BT Mobile, you get free access to the UK's largest wi-fi network - that means more than 5 million BT Wi-Fi hotspots. Connect for as long as you like and save your mobile data for when you really need it.
How do I connect to whole home broadband?
In just four quick and easy steps you can start accessing your supercharged, superfast broadband all around your home: Download the Whole Home Wi-Fi app to your smartphone. Connect the first of our discs to your router. Follow the guidance steps provided in the app.
Why BT Wi-Fi hotspots?
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How do I access BT Whole Home Admin?
If you have Whole Home Wi-Fi 6, Premium or Mini Whole Home Wi-Fi, enter http://btwhole.home in your internet browser address field. Enter your Admin password, then click Login. (The Admin password is printed on the back of the disc connected to your hub or router, or on the wireless settings card located there)
How do I control devices connected to my BT Wi-Fi?
How do I use BT access controls (Wi-Fi Controls)?Open a new web browser on your connected device and type 192.168.1.254 into the address bar. ... Click Advanced Settings.Click BT access control.Enter the admin password. ... Select the device you want to apply access controls to and click Set.Choose the start time and click Set.More items...
Does BT whole home WiFi work with BT Smart Hub?
Yes, although the two systems can work together. The BT smart hub is a powerful, fast and reliable router that brings BT broadband into your home. The signal can then be delivered all around your property via the Whole home Wi-Fi mesh network.
What is the difference between BT complete Wi-Fi and BT whole home WiFi?
Re: Complete Wifi and Whole Home Wifi The whole home wi-fi are individual networks, as you move from different areas the connection drops, then connects to the new disc. Complete wi-fi uses a mesh system, so as you move around the connection remains seamless.
Can I control MyBT router from my phone?
Re: Smart Hub 2 access control management with MyBT app The access control works from your My Bt app on your Android device. Go to the My Bt app and go to more. Your will then see the option to manage device access to Wi-fi. You must, of course, be connected to Wi-fi and not a data connection.
Can I turn Wi-Fi off to certain devices?
To block a certain device, you'll need to know its MAC address—a 12-digit number unique to that specific device. You can find a device's MAC address by checking your router's list of connected devices, which might be under the “Network Map,” “Client List,” or similarly named option.
Does BT whole home WiFi work with any router?
BT Whole Home Wi-Fi products are compatible with all broadband hubs and routers with an RJ45 Ethernet port.
Is BT whole home WiFi Compatible with Sky Q?
Re: Sky Q + BT Whole Home WiFi Mesh BT hubs use a similsr channel range unfortunately. The only other option is to use an ethernet connection to the mini from the router or from a a disc unit and turning off the Mini's wifi.
Does BT whole home work with any router?
Note: Unlike BT's routers, the Whole Home Wi-Fi will work with any router and with and ISP since it isn't a router itself: it just replaces you're existing Wi-Fi network.
Do BT give free Wi-Fi boosters?
It's our guarantee to deliver a strong wi-fi signal in every room of your home. We'll send you a new Smart Hub 2 and single Wi-Fi disc to get you started. This covers the majority of homes, but if you still need more we'll send up to two extra discs free of charge.
How many discs can you have on BT whole home WIFI?
6 disksThe Whole Home WiFi system only supports up to a maximum of 6 disks.
Is there a difference between white and black BT WIFI discs?
Re: Smart Hub & Discs The whole home discs are white, and do form a mesh network, but one needs to be connected to the home hub all of the time. The black discs are part of the BT Complete Wifi, and link by wireless to the smart hub 2, they are not a mesh system.
Does BT whole home WiFi work with BT Smart Hub 2?
No, the Whole Home System is a totally separate wireless mesh, it cannot give seamless roaming to the smart hub 2.
Do Bt white discs work with Smart Hub 2?
Re: Smart Hub 2 and WiFi discs The two systems are incompatible, so you either have to use your old BT Whole Home white discs connected the same way as before, with one always connected to the home hub, or not use them at all, and use the BT Complete Wifi discs.
What does a BT Smart Hub 2 do?
The Smart Hub 2 provides 7 antennas uniquely positioned to maximise power, the latest Wi-Fi technology, smart channel selection, smart scan and clever app-based services to help them set up and manage their home Wi-Fi. BT Smart Hub 2 comes with 2 DECT antennas and integrated support for Ultrafast broadband (G.
Is BT complete WiFi a mesh system?
BT's Complete Wi-Fi service uses mesh networking technology to extend the range of your home Wi-Fi network. It does this by having the Smart Hub 2 router link up with a Wi-Fi Disc. If further discs are required to get Wi-Fi in every room, BT will send you a further 2 discs at no extra cost.
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Where can I find the user guide for my whole home Wi-Fi?
You can find the user guide and other documents for your Whole Home Wi-Fi product at bt.com/wholehomewifi
How long does it take for a whole home Wi-Fi to turn on?
The LED is permanently red and the new disc doesn't appear in the app. Purple. Whole Home Wi-Fi disc starting. No action required - it takes approximately 60 seconds to fully turn on. The LED will then flash blue for a few seconds whilst it connects, before turning solid blue. Purple - flashing.
How to turn off a disc on a router?
First check the Ethernet connection from your hub (router). Try moving the disc closer to the one connected directly to your hub (router). Try restarting your Whole Home Wi-Fi. You can do this from the Settings menu or manually turn each disc off then on.
What color is the LED on my Wi-Fi?
Firmware upgrading. While the LED is flashing purple, don't turn off your Wi-Fi discs - the LED will turn solid purple then solid blue when finished. Green - flashing ( Mini Whole Home Wi-Fi only ) New disc is syncing. The light should change to blue after about a minute.
How long does it take for a disc to connect to a Wi-Fi?
No action required - disc will connect in approximately 15 seconds. Blue - flashing slow (every two seconds) WPS mode. Within two minutes of pressing the disc’s WPS Wi-Fi Setup button, press the WPS button on the device you wish to connect.
What is the range of a Wi-Fi disc?
The range of the discs can vary significantly depending on the operating environment and the location. Range will vary depending on obstructions (such as walls and electrical equipment) and interference from other wi-fi devices.
How to turn off LED light on mini wifi?
If you're using Mini Whole Home Wi-Fi, from the app's 'Settings' tab, select LED brightness, and then choose between Off or On.
What is a whole home Wi-Fi?
Whole Home Wi-Fi is an "intelligent self-configuring wireless network". That means it knows where you and your devices are, and when to switch them from one disc to another to give you the strongest and fastest connection it can.
How long is the whole home Wi-Fi warranty?
30 day money back guarantee from date of purchase. The Whole Home Wi-fi app helps you position the discs to ensure you get complete coverage. If you still experience dead spots and are not satisfied you can return the product for a full refund. The product must be undamaged and in the original packaging. Your wi-fi speed will depend on your broadband input speed.
Can you have deadspots on whole home Wi-Fi?
No more deadspots. With Whole Home Wi-Fi you can have your favourite TV, films, music and games in any room you wish. Three brilliant discs create a complete Wi-Fi network - which means no more deadspots.
Do I need BT to use Wi-Fi?
You don’t need to have broadband with BT to use Whole Home Wi-Fi. Just connect the discs to your existing router or hub using the app and you’ll have wi-fi all around your home in minutes.
What is BT whole home wifi?
BT Whole Home Wi-Fi is a highly effective form of Mesh networking that lets a homeowner install one central router in the home and a series of supporting routers in different areas or rooms which your devices will then connect to automatically as they come into range, thereby offering the very best wi-fi signal available.
How do I setup my BT Whole Home Wi-Fi system?
In just four quick and easy steps you can start accessing your supercharged, superfast broadband all around your home:
What is a Mesh network, and how will it improve my poor wi-fi signal?
Essentially, a Mesh network involves a series of different connection points located around a premises. Such as a home or workplace. With a hierarchy and preference for connection which will then change automatically as you move around or use a different device in a different part of the property or premises.
Why use the Whole Home Wi-Fi configurator?
Our Whole Home Wi-Fi configurator tool helps you to make an informed decision on which system to go for, making sure that your new, intelligent wi-fi system reaches each and every corner of your home. As we touched on previously, the configurator takes a range of factors into account to make sure that you have access to a supercharged network that eliminates deadspots and lets you to do your online shop, browse the web, check your emails, stream live TV or work from home safe in the knowledge that you’ve got the kind of wi-fi support you need.
How to get super fast internet?
In just four quick and easy steps you can start accessing your supercharged, superfast broadband all around your home: 1. Download the Whole Home Wi-Fi app to your smartphone. 2. Connect the first of our discs to your router. 3. Follow the guidance steps provided in the app.
How many discs does BT have?
Whole Home Wi-Fi - Our longest-serving Wifi system, the original BT Whole Home Wifi system offers between two and four discs and enables users to download at super-fast speeds and stream seamlessly wherever you are in the house.
How to connect whole home wifi to router?
1. Download the Whole Home Wi-Fi app to your smartphone. 2. Connect the first of our discs to your router. 3. Follow the guidance steps provided in the app. This will provide you with advice on exactly where to place each of your Whole Home Wi-Fi discs to achieve the best coverage and performance. 4.
What is BT access control?
With BT access controls you can manage how your device accesses the internet during certain times of the day. For example, you can control your children's internet use when you're not about.
Where is the password on my Hub?
Enter the admin password. Unless you've previously changed it, you'll find the default password on your Hub settings card on the back of your Hub. If you've changed it and now forgotten it, you can use the password override feature to set up a new password without losing all your personal Hub settings and configuration
How to set access controls on a device?
Select the device you want to apply access controls to and click Set. Choose the start time and click Set. Choose the end time and click Set. Choose the days you want access controls and click Set .
How many hotspots does BT have?
With BT Broadband and BT Mobile, you get free access to the UK's largest wi-fi network - that means more than 5 million BT Wi-Fi hotspots. Connect for as long as you like and save your mobile data for when you really need it.
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How to schedule guest Wi-Fi?
Just tap on Schedule in the Guest Wi-Fi tab and select the dates and times for On and Off periods.
What is guest network?
Guest network gives easy internet access for your guests. It’s simple to set up a separate Wi-Fi network for guests and share access details via the app.
How to tell guest network password?
You can tell your guests the Guest network name and password, or send them the login details by clicking the Share Login Details and then selecting how you wish to share this from the options given (for example, by email or Text message).
Do you need a password for guest wifi?
You must create a password to enable your Guest Wi-Fi network. And you can also choose a new name for your Guest Wi-Fi, which will be displayed when guests are searching for a Wi-Fi network to connect to. You can tell your guests the Guest network name and password, or send them the login details by clicking the Share Login Details ...
What is built in Wi-Fi?
Built-in wi-fi technology automatically connects your devices to the disc that will give you the fastest and strongest signal as you move from room to room.
Can Wi-Fi 6 be used for streaming?
Great for those with new Wi-Fi 6 enabled devices, the whole household can watch, stream and download without lags or buffering.
Can you pause the internet with Whole Home Wi-Fi?
Now you can have even more control over your home wi-fi with smart scheduling. One tap of the Whole Home Wi-Fi app will pause the internet for everyone - perfect for mealtimes! And you can set up access schedules for individual users or devices to help with homework or bedtimes. Be in charge of screen time, all the time.
