Smart WiFi Discs: Multiple Discs

[RGMS]

We have three discs as the hub is in one corner of the property. Disc 1 is paired with the hub. Disc 2 is paired with Disc 1. Disc 3 is paired with Disc 2. Is this correct or does every disc need to be paired directly with the hub?

[XRaySpeX]

What is the name of the EE BB plan are you on including its speed? What EE router & WiFi extenders do you have (read label or post a pix)?

[RGMS]

Smart WiFi Plus package. Hub is SH31B and discs are 3x SW30A

[Ali_A · Accepted solution]

@RGMS 

Daisy chaining the discs is not recommended, as this slows down the response time and speeds the further along the chain you are. i.e. anything connected to disc 3 will be slower than 2, etc. 

It's better to have the discs connected directly to the hub if possible. 

Ali

[RGMS]

Thanks. The distance  between the hub and disc 3 is  about 30 m  - and the connection keeps dropping. Would upgrading to EE7 make a noticeable difference? 

[Ali_A]

@RGMS 

30m is the edge of range for the hub in optimal conditions, so that would explain the drop-outs. 
Are you able to move disc 3 closer to the hub, without it losing range for users in the end location?

If not, you may want to consider an ethernet connection between Disc 3 and the hub. (The disc will favour wired mesh backhaul if connected via ethernet) 

I can imagine you'll not want to run a 30m ethernet cable across the house, so you could look at using power-line adapters between the hub and disc 3, if your home electrical setup allows for it. 

Once set up, you can verify the connection method by navigating to Advanced > Wireless > My discs in the Hub Manager. Just highlight the connected disc.

While Wi-Fi 7 could help, though ideally you may want to think about the possibility of moving the incoming Broadband connection to a location more towards the middle of the house, so your hub could be centralised? This would simplify your options, as well as future proofing your Wi-Fi signal throughout your home. 

Ali