Should smart home devices be on 2.4 or 5Ghz?
The 2.4 GHz band has better coverage than the 5 GHz band and can penetrate walls/ceilings or any type of obstacles better than the 5Ghz band. Since smart home devices such as smart bulbs and smart cameras are usually installed outdoors or on walls and ceilings, it makes sense to use the 2.4Ghz frequency band.
How do I make my WiFi 2.4 GHz?
Using the Admin Tool
- Connect to your WiFi network.
- Go to Gateway > Connection > Wi-Fi. To change your Channel Selection, select Edit next to the WiFi channel (2.4 or 5 GHz) that you’d like to change, click the radio button for the channel selection field, then select your desired channel number.
- Select Save Settings.
How do I connect to 2.4 GHz WiFi instead of 5Ghz?
To connect to a 2.4GHz network, go to Settings ( )>Wi-Fi. In this menu you will see all detectable networks in your area. Locate the SSID for your network, and tap on the SSID with the 2G or 2.4 end notation. Connect to that network using the Wi-Fi password associated with your network.
Do I have 2.4GHz WiFi?
From Notification Panel press and hold the WiFi icon until you enter WiFi settings screen. Select the network properties (tap the gear icon or menu icon). Depending on the Android version check: Read the “Frequency” setting – shows as 2.4 or 5GHz.
How do I change my android from 5GHz to 2.4 GHz?
Tap Settings > Wi-Fi, tap the three-dot overflow icon, then tap Advanced > Wi-Fi Frequency Band. Now, pick a band: either 2.4GHz (slower, but longer range) or 5GHz (faster, but shorter range).
How do I force my Android to use 2.4 GHz?
To connect your Android device to a 2.4 GHz network:
- Unlock your device and tap the Settings app.
- Tap Network & Internet > Wi-Fi.
- Enable WiFi by tapping Use WiFi at the top.
- Select a 2.4 GHz WiFi network.
- If prompted, enter the password for the network.