The answer is yes, Vivint does have its own router that is designed to work with its smart home system and devices. However, you can also use your existing router or a secondary router to connect to the Vivint system, depending on your preferences and needs. In this article, we will explain the features and benefits of the Vivint router, how to set it up, and how to connect a secondary router to the Vivint system.
The Vivint router is a wireless router that is professionally installed by a Vivint Smart Home Pro. It is a dual-band router that supports both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies, which means it can provide faster and more reliable wireless connections for your smart home devices. The Vivint router also has four LAN ports that allow you to connect wired devices to the network.
The Vivint router is designed to work seamlessly with the Vivint Smart Hub, which is the central control panel for your smart home system. The Vivint Smart Hub connects to the Vivint router via Wi-Fi or Ethernet cable, and communicates with your smart home devices using Z-Wave, Wi-Fi, or cellular signals. The Vivint router also provides a secure and encrypted connection to the Vivint cloud, which enables remote access and control of your smart home system via the Vivint app or website.
The Vivint router offers several benefits for your smart home system, such as:
Optimized performance: The Vivint router is optimized to handle the traffic and bandwidth demands of your smart home devices, such as cameras, doorbells, thermostats, sensors, and more. It can also prioritize the traffic of your smart home devices over other devices on your network, ensuring that your smart home system runs smoothly and reliably.
Easy setup and management: The Vivint router is easy to set up and manage, thanks to the Vivint Smart Home Pro installation and the Vivint app. You can use the Vivint app to view and change your network name and password, check your network status and speed, and troubleshoot any issues. You can also contact Vivint customer support for any assistance or questions regarding your router.
Enhanced security: The Vivint router provides a high level of security for your smart home system, using advanced encryption and firewall technologies. It also protects your smart home devices from unauthorized access and hacking, by creating a separate network for your smart home system that is isolated from your main network. This way, even if your main network is compromised, your smart home system remains safe and secure.
How to Set Up the Vivint Router?
Setting up the Vivint router is simple and straightforward, as it is done by a Vivint Smart Home Pro during the installation of your smart home system. However, if you need to reset or reconnect your router, you can follow these steps:
Connect the Vivint router’s WAN port to your home’s Internet outlet, using an Ethernet cable.
Plug in the Vivint router and wait for it to boot up and start broadcasting wireless networks.
Wirelessly connect the router to your computer or mobile device, using the network name and password printed on the bottom of your router. You can also connect one of the router’s LAN ports to your computer with an Ethernet cable.
On your web browser, type 192.168.1.1 into your address bar and press enter. In the dialog box, type in “admin” as both the username and password.
Click on the Basic Setup tab to create your wireless network. Create and type in your new network name (SSID) and password, and then click Save at the bottom of the page.
How to Connect a Secondary Router to the Vivint System?
If you prefer to use your existing router or a secondary router to connect to the Vivint system, you can do so by following these steps:
Run an Ethernet cable directly from the existing modem or the existing primary router (whichever one has an available out port) to the new router.
Plug the Ethernet cable into an out port on the modem or existing router, connecting the other end to the port labeled Internet (usually yellow) on the new router.
Connect the power source to the new router and wait for it to boot up and start broadcasting wireless networks.
To connect the Vivint Smart Hub to the new Wi-Fi channel, go to the panel and tap the menu icon from the bottom right corner. Tap General and enter your 4-digit PIN. Tap Connectivity and then Wi-Fi. Tap on the network name to choose to connect to a new Wi-Fi channel. Select the new network for connection and enter the password from the sticker on the new router.
Conclusion
Vivint does have its own router that is designed to work with its smart home system and devices. However, you can also use your existing router or a secondary router to connect to the Vivint system, depending on your preferences and needs. The Vivint router offers several benefits for your smart home system, such as optimized performance, easy setup and management, and enhanced security. The Vivint router is also easy to set up and connect, thanks to the Vivint Smart Home Pro installation and the Vivint app. If you have any questions or issues regarding your router, you can contact Vivint customer support for help.
