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Re: Hybrid connect 4G network problem

MajJim — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 06:14:35 GMT

I have a slightly different problem. With only 3 Ethernet connections on the back of the Hub and I need 4, (I use a heating Hub, a Phillips Lighting Hub) plus I have a poor WiFi coverage due to aspects of my building, so I cannot get a 4G signal from my EE Hybrid Connect. I have communicated many times with BT, so , like several other members, when my contract expires I shall move. My Broadband signal is better now, but when it drops I have no backup.

Re: Hybrid connect 4G network problem

Anonymous — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 07:07:48 GMT

Are you on FTTH @MajJim ?

If not (i.e. you are not connecting your hub to a ONT), you can turn the 4th port from a WAN port to a standard port in the hub settings.

Re: Hybrid connect 4G network problem

Keith_Beddoe — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 07:35:08 GMT

@MajJim

Just add an Ethernet switch to one of the Ethernet connections on the home hub. That will give you four extra ports.

Like this https://www.tp-link.com/uk/business-networking/unmanaged-switch/tl-sg105/v6/

Re: Hybrid connect 4G network problem

MajJim — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 08:14:21 GMT

Thank you for all the helpful suggestions. I will follow up on them. It is a shame that all my communications with BT help did not suggest these options. I was considering setting up a Mesh Network but in the meantime I will try what was suggested. Thanks.