Our newest hub, Hive Hub 360 connects via Wi-Fi, our other hubs need to be physically connected to your broadband router using a network cable (provided with the hub) to allow you to control your Hive products remotely.
Does Hive need Ethernet connection?
Hive needs a dedicated ethernet (CAT 5) port and it is supplied with a lead with a CAT 5 plug ready to plug in. As you only have two ports and you are using them both you will need to expand your hardware in order to provide a spare port.
How do I connect Hive to the Internet?
How do I set up my Hive Hub?
- Connect the Ethernet cable to one of the open ports on the back of your broadband router, then connect the power supply into a plug socket.
- You’ll see a solid green light on the hub which will then start to flash.
How do I connect Hive heating to new WiFi?
Log into the Hive app and tap your Hive Leak Sensor. When viewing the product page, tap the settings icon on the top right and then tap ‘Change Wi-Fi‘. You will be guided through steps to connect to your new network.
How do I connect my Hive to a new router?
How do I change the Wi-Fi router or network that my Hive View or Hive View Outdoor is connected to?
- Head to your Hive mobile app and log in if required using your Hive username and password.
- Select the camera you wish to view from the dashboard.
- Select the Settings icon, and then Change Wi-Fi
Does Hive thermostat use wifi?
A smart thermostat connects your boiler to your smartphone via the internet. This means you can set, adjust and turn off the heating when you’re at home and when you’re not.
What wifi channel does Hive use?
Hive uses low-power zigbee mesh to communicate between their devices. This unfortunately uses the same 2.4GHz band that wifi 802.11g/n uses, and can be easily drowned out by wifi. Hive uses Zigbee channel 20 which is between the channel 8 and 9 wifi centre freqencies.
Why is my Hive not connecting?
Check that your Hive hub is connected to the mains power socket and switched on. 4. Check any Signal Boosters (formerly known as SmartPlugs) you have are switched on and in the recommended location.For Hive Active Plugs check that the electrical device you have plugged into your Hive Active Plug is switched on.
Why is my Hive not pairing?
Go to the hive app and select the option to install a device if the receiver status shows amber/yellow and the thermostat is searching. Try moving the thermostat closer to the hub if it’s still not working.
How do I connect my iphone to my hive thermostat?
How can I start using HomeKit?
- Check that you’re connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Hive Hub.
- Open the Hive app and log in (if required)
- Open the menu.
- Tap ‘Install Devices’
- Scroll down and tap ‘HomeKit’
- Follow the on-screen instructions.
How do I setup my new router?
How to Install a New Router
- Check Your Internet Connection.
- Place the Router.
- Connect to Power.
- Connect to Your Internet Source.
- Access the Router’s Web Interface.
- Connect Wired Devices.
- Connect Your PC or Device to Wi-Fi.
Can you take Hive with you when you move house?
Your Hive Hub can’t be used by the new occupier of your home, so take that with you so you can install it in your new premises.You should also take any other Hive smart products with you, such as sensors, plugs, light bulbs, security cameras and any other accessories.
How do I reconnect my Hive heating?
Hold the central heating button down on the receiver until the status light is flashing pink. Release the button and then hold it again until the status light is double flashing amber.
Why does hive thermostat go offline?
If your Hive Thermostat is showing as offline in your Hive app, it means it has lost connection to the Hive Receiver. Press the tab on the base of the thermostat to remove it from the wall. (or pull away from the back plate if you have the thermostat with the touch screen icons).
How do I manually turn on Hive heating?
How do I change the heating mode on my Hive Active Heating 2…
- Push the dial to wake up the thermostat.
- Once the screen turns on press the Menu button and select Heat.
- Here you’ll see the different modes: Schedule, Manual and Off.
- Select one by turning and pushing the dial.
Can you manually override Hive?
Hive Active Plug – Your plug will continue to work. Until your broadband connection is restored you can control your plug, whether it is on or off, manually from the plug itself.Until your broadband connection is restored you can control your light, whether it is on or off, manually from the light switch itself.
Does hive use 2.4 Ghz?
The Hive Camera only works on 2.4Ghz frequency so you need a router which supports this frequency in order to install and use your Hive Camera.
Does hive work on 5Ghz?
Hive View works on both 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz frequencies so you need a router which supports either of these frequencies in order to install and use Hive View.
Does hive thermostat work without hub?
For Hive Active Heating a hub, a receiver and a thermostat are installed. When this service hasn’t been bought, the thermostat and receiver can also be installed without a hub. This is known as ‘stand-alone’ mode.
What plugs work with Hive?
TP-Link, Philips Hue and Amazon all make good smart plugs. But the great thing about our Hive Plugs is that, as well as doing all of the above, they work seamlessly with the rest of the Hive ecosystem, including our smart thermostat, lights, sensors and cameras. So you can get your home working around you.
Why won’t my Hive thermostat connect to my phone?
Hold the central heating button down on the receiver until the status light flashes pink. Release the button then press and hold it again until the status light is double flashing amber. To reconnect the receiver to your hub, put your hub into pairing mode by selecting ‘Install devices’ in the Hive app menu.
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