Can You Add Nodes to Linksys Velop?

Are you looking to increase the range of your Linksys Velop mesh system and are wondering whether or not it is possible to add a node to the system? Adding a node could be an easy solution for homes and offices needing better transmission range. So, is it possible?

The Linksys Velop mesh system is easily one of the most innovative gadgets in the market as far as internet transmission goes. With it, you can achieve fast internet transmission throughout a large home with multiple levels without having to buy a Wi-Fi extender. Each node of the system is tasked with facilitating fast internet speeds so that no matter how far you are from the router, you still enjoy the same speeds with ease. So, what happens when you want to increase the range? Can you add a node, or do you have to buy a new system altogether? The answer is yes, you can add a node to your Linksys Velop Mesh system for increase internet transmission range and speed. With an extra node, you will be able to experience a wider range of transmission, as well as fast internet speeds on all levels of your house. 

Below is a breakdown on how to go about setting up extra nodes to your Linksys Velop Mesh Wi-Fi System. 

How to add Nodes to Linksys Velop Mesh System

Step 1: Reset the child node

• Before setting the child node up, you need to make sure that it is reset to factory settings. Bear in mind that you are not meant to reset the parent node or router. Make sure that the child node is fully booted up after power cycling before attempting to reset it. You can do this by checking the Power On light to make sure that it is blue or purple in color. 
• Make sure that the child node is within the parent node’s internet transmission range. 

Step 2: Connect your mobile phone to your Wi-Fi network

• Go to your mobile device’s Settings and make sure that it is connected to the Wi-Fi network. If it is not, go on and key in the network’s password for a connection. 

Step 3: Open your Linksys cloud account

• On your mobile device, launch the Linksys app then proceed to the Linksys cloud account.

Step 4: Set up the new Linksys node

• On the cloud account, find the Menu icon, then proceed to click on Set Up a New Product. When you have selected the option, tap on Add another node to xxxx where xxxx is your Wi-Fi SSID.

• Once selected, click on To extend my Wi-Fi with a new child node. You will then be prompted to turn Bluetooth on, but go on and select I would rather set up without Bluetooth.

• On your app, you will see where to set up your nodes. Go on and click on Next.

• Proceed to plug the child node to a power source, making sure that it is within range of another node, then click on Next. Wait for node detection to complete.

• When the LED indicator light turns purple, go on and click on Yes, it’s blinking purple.

• Wait around 6 minutes for the app to automatically apply the settings on the other nodes.

• Choose a node name and click on Next. the setup is complete. Go on and tap on Next, and when prompted with Add a Node, click on That’s it for now.

How to hardwire Linksys Velop Nodes

Step	Method
Step 1	Set up parent node using Linksys node
Step 2	Use the app to add the child node
Step 3	Install child node in desired location
Step 4	Connect child node to parent node using ethernet cable

So, how far apart can Linksys nodes be?

When it comes to the distance between Linksys nodes setup throughout your home, you need to employ some level of caution. Having them too close together could pose a problem for your devices, and having them too far apart would essentially beat the purpose of having a mesh system. 

When you have set up a mesh system around your home, make sure that every new node set up is within range of the previous one. You need to ensure that the node is receiving a strong connection from the node set up closer to the parent node. Each router system comes with its own transmission range, but usually, you can expect each node to cover a radius of 30 feet. 

Bear in mind that nodes that are placed too close together will have trouble communicating due to too much overlap, meaning that your devices will have a problem roaming when you move from one room to the other. This essentially means that gadgets will have trouble switching from one router to the other since each node’s transmission channel overlaps with other nodes’ transmissions.

When you have a home with multiple levels, try as best you can to have a node on each level. You can have two if your home is massive, but the ideal would be just one for each floor. 

 How many Linksys Velop nodes can you have?

Because a mesh system is essentially meant to cover a large home, it can be easy to install one too many nodes so that you end up with a problem as opposed to a solution. You can have as many nodes in your home as you want, as long as they are not installed too close together. They need to operate easily without interfering with each other’s transmission.

The most ideal number of nodes is dictated by how large your house is, as well as the transmission range of each node. It is important to have these two aspects in mind before you purchase the parent node and child nodes as well. 

Conclusion

When it comes to efficient network transmission, some of the best devices in the system are mesh system. The Linksys Velop Mesh system is incredibly popular, largely for its ability to deliver internet transmission throughout the home. In case you upgrade to a larger home, you do not have to buy another system, all you need to do is get a child node and install it. 

FAQs

Do thick walls affect a node’s ability to transmit internet?

Yes, a thick wall could make internet transmission poor and inadequate.

Can I have my child node on a different channel from others?

Yes, you can. You can use a different channel for a child node if the other is crowded.