Preparation Before You Begin
- Ensure that all your Samsung SmartThings devices and the SmartThings Hub are within range and powered on.
- Prepare your new router's name (SSID) and password. Make sure the router is set up and functioning correctly before proceeding.
Reconnecting SmartThings Hub to a New Router
- Disconnect your SmartThings Hub from power. Remove any connected Ethernet cables from the hub.
- Plug the hub back into a power source and connect it to your new router using an Ethernet cable.
- Wait for the hub's light to stabilize, indicating a successful connection. This process may take a few minutes.
Connecting SmartThings Wi-Fi Devices to a New Router
- Open the SmartThings mobile app on your smartphone.
- Go to the 'Devices' tab and select the device you want to reconnect to your new network.
- Navigate to the device settings and look for the network settings option.
- Choose the option to change or reconnect to a new Wi-Fi network, and follow the on-screen instructions to input your new network's SSID and password.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
- If your hub doesn't connect, verify that the Ethernet cable is correctly connected to both the hub and the router. Try restarting both devices if necessary.
- If your Wi-Fi devices cannot connect to the new network, ensure that the devices are within the range of your new router's signal.
- Consider resetting any unresponsive device to factory settings and adding it back to the network using the SmartThings app if all else fails.
Verifying the Connections
- Once all devices are reconnected, test each one by triggering them through the SmartThings app to ensure they respond as expected.
- Confirm that any automated routines or scenes are functioning correctly after the network change.
Conclusion
- Reconnecting your Samsung SmartThings devices to a new router is essential to maintaining your smart home's functionality. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth transition with minimal downtime.
