Easy setting!Try the mesh Wi-Fi router "Google Wifi"

The whole house is within the Wi-Fi area with simple operation!

May 08, 2018 12:00 Updated

Sentence ● Tomonori Yanagitani Edit ● Eriko Iijima / ASCII

"Google Wifi" has a slightly unusual design and function from the previous routers.The price is 16,200 yen per unit, and the set of 3 cars is 42,120 yen

　On April 26, 2018, Google launched a new Wi-Fi router "Google Wifi".The price is 16,200 yen per car, and the set of 3 cars is 42,120 yen.It is a product released overseas in 2016, but it has finally started officially sales in Japan.The best cucumber is compatible with the mesh network and can be linked in multiple units.Nevertheless, it uses different technologies from conventional relay devices, and is also characterized by a simple operation unique to Google.This time, I will introduce the usability of "Google Wifi".

Google Store Product introduction page

White cylindrical Wi-Fi router that can be used for interiors

　"Google WiFi" is a white, compact cylindrical Wi-Fi router, and the website says "a completely new home Wi-Fi function from a router."This is to connect multiple "Google WiFi" with mesh network technology and build a Wi-Fi environment without blind spots throughout the house.For example, depending on the location of the Wi-Fi router, radio waves, such as the second floor, study, or bedroom, can be difficult to enter, but if you connect the mesh with multiple routers, you can cover all areas."Google WiFi" can be operated by one, but this time I borrowed three units and reviewed them.

　First, check the specifications.The communication method is compatible with dual bands (2.4GHz, 5GHz) of IEEE 802.11a/B/G/N/AC, and supports transmitting beam forming and expandable mesh Wi-Fi.The main unit has two Gigabit Ethernet ports, and it is possible to connect a wired LAN device.The size is 106.1mm in diameter, 8.7mm in height, and 340g.

I opened a set pack of "Google WiFi"

Accessories are only cables

On the back of the main unit is equipped with a power cable and two Gigabit Ethernet ports.

　The set pack comes with 3 sets of "Google WiFi" and a 1.9m Ethernet cable.The package and the body are stylish, not very Wi-Fi router.It is refreshing that you do not write any connection speed or correspondence standards.

Install the "Google Wifi" app

The setting app can be used easily without hesitation

　To set up, use the "Google Wifi" app.Of course, not only Android but also iOS apps are available.

Photograph and connect the QR code on the back of the main unit

　After launching the app, first set the main Wi-Fi point.Connect to a modem or router connected to the Internet line that draws the first Google WiFi into the house.Take the QR code on the back of the main unit with the app and proceed with the settings.Give an easy-to-understand name, such as where each Wi-Fi point is placed.Continue, enter the network name (SSID) and encryption keys and you're ready.With the Wi-Fi function of the smartphone, connect to the created "Google Wifi" network.

Select a place to install the main Wi-Fi point

Human input SSID

Enter the encryption key

　Continue as it is, and set the remaining two.This is a mesh Wi-Fi point, so you don't need to shoot a QR code.If you turn on the power, it will be recognized automatically and the setting starts.Again, give a name in an easy -to -understand manner.If you don't have an option, you can click "Add Label" to make any name.

Ready

Connect to "Google Wifi"

Set the remaining mesh Wi-Fi points

2 Install a large place away from the room

Select the location of the mesh Wi-Fi point

If you don't have an option, add a label

　During this time, the setting screen such as the IP address or operation mode that tends to be set in the Wi-Fi router will not appear.All you have to do is log in with the Google account and follow the instructions on the screen.It was surprising to make the SSID manually input, but in "Googlewifi ****", the devices used will be moribare, so it may be safe in terms of security.Not only the main, but also the mesh Wi-Fi point can be set without hesitation, and it is said that the setup is completed.

The setting is completed

If this screen appears, the setup will be completed

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