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ioT device connection requiring 2.4 Ghz
I purchased a Feit Electric Smart Water Sensor that requires a 2.4 Ghz Wi-Fi network. We have an Xfinity Technicolor XB8 Gateway at home. I cannot get the sensor to connect to WiFi. Is there an extender available that can be configured to only extend the 2.4 Ghz band so that I can get the sensor to work?
Thanks.
eg7789
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1 hour ago
You can split your XB8's broadcast into two bands, each with its own SSID and password.
Log into 10.0.0.1 → Connection → Wi‑Fi → Edit. Turn off ‘Combine bands’ to separate the frequencies. After saving, you’ll see separate listings for 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz.
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jr205
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43 minutes ago
I read in an earlier post that this was not advised. Thoughts?
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eg7789
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41 minutes ago
I did it and haven't had any problems.
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jr205
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36 minutes ago
I have an Xfinity extender (looks like a puck). Any issues with the extender handling the separate frequencies?
thanks!
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