Pods flashing lights

[Stephen1]

What does it mean when wifi pods are flashing blue; when they are flashing green; when they are plugged I but there is no light at all? The router here is the 3000

[dks · Accepted solution]

Blue flashing lights on the pods mean the network is checking itself to find where the best signal is needed. Normally there is no light during operation. Use the Bell Wi-Fi app to see more about your network. See here also. 

https://support.bell.ca/internet/connection-help/what_are_whole_home_wi-fi_pods_and_how_do_i_use_the...

[Stephen1]

That *is* actually very helpful. But we have also had green lights flash here. 

[BellPatricia · Accepted solution]

Hey there @Stephen1, thanks for your post and welcome to the Bell Community 🙂

Great information @dks.

Just wanted to jump in here and add that upon initial plug in the LED on your pod will appear blue-green for the first 8-9 seconds.

Let the Community know if you need further assistance.

- Patricia

[Stephen1]

Thanks.  Problem now solved. Pods show no lights. 

[LuizS]

Hi. 

In the past few days all my pods now start flashing green for some minutes in the middle of the night. They flash for like 5 minutes maybe and suddenly stop. I have them for almost two years and it's a new thing. 

Is there something I can/need to do? My only concern is the green light blinking in our dark bedroom. 🙂 

Thank you,

Luiz

[Stephen1]

In the bedroom put black electrical tape over the light. Problem solved. 

[LuizS]

Sure it's an option, but would be better if it stops flashing. Hahaha. Let's see if there is any tech solution, and until then, tape over is the answer. Thank you! 

[dks]

The pods are made by Plume. Depending on the generation of pod, the flashing can mean different things. A chart from Plume says what they mean. For blue flashing lights, not much, it appears. If it bothers anyone, tape it over. 

https://wpsupport.plume.com/s/article/What-does-the-LED-light-on-my-pod-mean?language=en_US 

[LuizS]

Thank you. I saw the chart and I think is is the "Waiting for Optimization to Finish". This Optimization is now appearing on the Bell Wifi App. So let's see it will least and if so, let's tape it. Thank you again!

[Snavo2]

Just connected a Wi-Fi pod was wondering if there should be a light on it to tell me if it's working or not 

[dks · Accepted solution]

Thanks for your question. Yes, there is a status light on the pods, but you only see it when the pods are looking for the Giga Hub to connect with and to find the best connection. Otherwise the light is off. 

[Jerry]

Why doesn't the white light go on on the pod when plugged in to wall socket?

[WelshTerrier]

Good Day & Welcome

You only see the white light when the pods are looking for the Giga Hub to connect with and to find the best connection. Otherwise, the light is off

A white light off, on a Bell Wi-Fi Pod, usually means it's connected and working normally. The light only appears (often pulsing or solid) during startup/connection, then turns off when successfully joined to your network. 

What are Whole Home Wi-Fi pods and how do I use them? : What are Wi-Fi pods?

Take care.

[Vanadiel]

The lights on Bell Wi-Fi Pods indicate their operational status. Here’s what different light signals mean:

Blue Light

• Flashing Blue: The pod is checking the network to find the best signal. This is a normal operation mode.
• Initial Connection: When first plugged in, the light may appear blue-green for about 8-9 seconds.

Green Light

• Flashing Green: This indicates that the pod is optimizing the network. This process usually lasts 2-3 minutes and may occur after changes in the environment or during the night.
• Continuous Green: If the light is solid green, it typically means the pod is connected and functioning properly.

No Light

• No Light at All: If there is no light when the pod is plugged in, check the power outlet. It may indicate a power issue or a faulty pod.

Additional Notes

• The light is usually off during normal operation, indicating that the pod is connected and working correctly.
• For more detailed information about your network, you can use the Bell Wi-Fi app.