User Guide

Connecting Multiple Devices

Best practices for adding devices to your network and maintaining strong performance across all of them.

Adding Devices to Your Network

Most devices connect to your WiFi by selecting your network name (SSID) from the available networks list and entering your password. For the best experience, make sure you're connecting to the correct band.

Use the 5 GHz band for devices close to the router that need fast speeds (laptops, streaming devices).
Use the 2.4 GHz band for devices farther away or that only need basic connectivity (smart plugs, sensors).
If your router broadcasts a single unified SSID, it will automatically assign devices to the best band.

Managing Bandwidth Across Devices

The more devices sharing your connection, the more important it is to manage bandwidth effectively. A few high-demand devices can slow things down for everyone.

Prioritize devices that need consistent speed — like a work laptop or gaming console — using QoS settings if available.
Disconnect or power off devices you're not actively using to free up bandwidth.
Stagger heavy-use activities (e.g., don't start a large download while someone is on a video call).
Wired Ethernet connections are always faster and more reliable than WiFi for stationary devices.

Recommended Device Limits

While modern routers can technically support dozens of connections, performance depends on what those devices are doing. A general guideline helps keep everything running smoothly.

For streaming and browsing, most routers handle 15–25 active devices comfortably.
IoT devices (smart bulbs, thermostats) use very little bandwidth and rarely impact performance.
If you notice slowdowns, check how many devices are actively transferring data, not just connected.
Consider a mesh setup or access point if you regularly have 30+ connected devices.