topic Re: Wi-if pods in Internet

Can I connect my computer to Bell Wi-Fi pod via Ethernet?

Ken921 — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:34:59 GMT

The POD has network ports. Can I hardware a computer to this port to improve connection ?

Re: Wi-Fi Pods

BellAntonie — Fri, 27 May 2022 20:39:08 GMT

Hey there @Ken921,

Welcome to the Community and thanks for your post.

Absolutely, to learn more on the benefits of Wi-Fi pods, check out our support article titled What are Whole Home Wi-Fi pods and how do I use them?

Wi-if pods and the Ethernet port

SMAH — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 15:17:47 GMT

What is the purpose of the Ethernet port in the pod?

Re: Wi-if pods

dks — Mon, 04 Dec 2023 01:08:42 GMT

The Ethernet port can be wired directly to the modem or you can hard wire devices into the pod with an Ethernet cord.

Re: Wi-if pods

SMAH — Tue, 05 Dec 2023 16:40:02 GMT

Thanks. Makes sense

Re: Wi-if pods

Coldwarvet — Sun, 10 Dec 2023 18:27:28 GMT

How do you get it to work as an ethernet port to pc.?

Re: Wi-if pods

dks — Sun, 10 Dec 2023 18:57:27 GMT

You plug a standard Cat5e network cable into the network port and then into the PC if using it as a network extender. Or plug the network cable into one of the 1Gb ports on the modem to maximize pod speed.

Re: Wi-if pods

Coldwarvet — Sun, 10 Dec 2023 19:59:12 GMT

Hi. Thnks for the reply. Yup, I thought it was as simple as that. yet, it didn't work. I tried logging into the modem and played with a ton aof settings. Modem said they saw them perfect..Then I tried the phone app. At least that app showed 3 of 4 were offline. Tried to TS them from there. No go,, Hence I came here. Broke down and called.. Turns out 3 of my Pods are FUBAR. They're sending 4 x Gen 2 this week. Merry Xmas

45 yrs Cable Tech and still get bogged down by crap!! LOL

Re: Wi-if pods

dks — Sun, 10 Dec 2023 23:17:15 GMT

Stuff happens, unfortunately. But it sounds like Bell is stepping up. I have had the pods for a couple of years. In my application, they work. The app is pretty reliable for diagnosis of issues, too.

Re: Can I connect WiFi Pods with an ethernet cord?

Luke1 — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 18:15:08 GMT

Can I connect Ethernet cable from my pod to my desktop computer. While it’s only plugged in the wall does not have Ethernet from the hub plugged it

Re: Wi-if pods

Coldwarvet — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 21:33:57 GMT

That would be simple if it worked for me. I asked bc it didnt work. PC did not recognize port.

Re: Can I connect WiFi Pods with an ethernet cord?

dks — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 10:54:00 GMT

Yes, you can. The pods have Ethernet jacks, unless they have been changed. Use a Cat6 network cable or better. When you plug the network cable into your computer, the computer will automatically recognize the jack and move off any wireless connection . If it does not, shut your wireless connection off and the Ethernet cone will appear in a few seconds. If your computer does not have an Ethernet jack, an easily available network adapter for your USB port will work perfectly.

Re: Wi-if pods

dks — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 10:58:38 GMT

Thank you for your question. Shut off any wireless connections on your computer. Connect the pod to modem with a new, Cat6 or better network cable. In Windows, any version, the Ethernet connection will be recognized on the task bar, replacing the wireless icon in the lower right near the date, in a few seconds. Run a speed test from your computer to confirm things.

Re: Can I connect WiFi Pods with an ethernet cord?

BellPatricia — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 22:35:05 GMT

Hi there @Luke1

Thanks for your post and welcome to the Bell Community 🙂

Yes, you can plug in an Ethernet cable from the Wi-Fi pod to your computer.

Let the Community know if you have any other questions.

@BellPatricia