Linksys MXEC621 Velop Pro 6E Wi-Fi Mesh System User Manual

: June 16, 2024
: Linksys

Table of Contents

MXEC621 Velop Pro 6E Wi-Fi Mesh System
Before you begin:
Directions
References
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Setting up a Linksys Mesh system using
Bluetooth on your mobile device

MXEC621 Velop Pro 6E Wi-Fi Mesh System

This article will teach you how you can set up the Linksys Mesh network in minutes through the Linksys app using Bluetooth®.

Before you begin:

Download or update to the latest Linksys app.
Parent node – The parent node is the Linksys Mesh router or node that will be connected to your modem or internet source.
- If you have a mix of Linksys MBE7000 and MX6200 nodes, make sure that the Linksys MBE7000 is the parent node in your network for better wireless performance.
Child node – The child node is another Linksys Mesh router or node that you can add to extend your WiFi network.
Learn about the router’s light behavior below:

Overview of the status light on the Linksys Cognitive Mesh products Understanding the light behavior of your Linksys Mesh WiFi system

Directions

Note that a Linksys MBE7000 is being used in this article.

First, gather all your equipment.
If you have more than one Linksys Mesh node to set up, make sure to gather all your equipment in the same room as the modem or internet source. You will be able to relocate your child nodes after the setup process is complete.
• Your Linksys Mesh nodes
• Power adapters for each node
• One ethernet cable
Remove your existing WiFi router.
What are you currently using as your WiFi network?
a. I have a modem (non-WiFi) and a separate WiFi router or Mesh system:
• Remove your existing WiFi router and/or all your devices from the old Mesh system.
• Power cycle your modem.
• Wait until your modem has rebooted and go to the next step.
b. I have a WiFi router and modem in one device.
• Go to the next step.
c. I don’t have any WiFi routers or existing Mesh systems.
• Go to the next step.
Connect and power on your parent node.
Power on your child nodes.
**** Power ON all your child nodes near the parent node. They should be no more than 10 ft away or if possible, you can put them in the same room as the parent node. Make sure that no other cables are connected to any of the ports on the child nodes during the setup process besides the power adapter.
Make sure that your mobile device isn’t connected to an existing WiFi network. Then, tap on Set up a New Wi-Fi Network (iOS) Launch setup (Android™).
Tap on Velop and Mesh Routers.
Turn ON Bluetooth on your mobile device (if prompted).
If you have already connected the parent node to the modem, tap Next and then tap It’s connected.
If you haven’t done so, follow the wiring instructions and tap Next when you are ready.
If you have already powered ON your child nodes, tap Next.
If you haven’t done so, follow the wiring instructions and tap Next when you are ready.
Make sure all your nodes have a solid blue light, then tap on Node light is solid.
Keep your mobile device near the nodes while they are being set up. Depending on the model that you are setting up, the light will be either solid purple or solid blue.
Internet checking will begin.
If an internet connection is not detected, you will come across the following screen. Tap Next for instructions on restarting your modem.
If your internet connection requires your PPPoE settings or a static IP address, tap on Do you have ISP settings to enter?, then select your internet connection type and enter your settings.
Name your Wi-Fi.
Customize your WiFi name and password, then tap Next. The WiFi password is casesensitive.
On the Privacy Pledge screen, tap Continue when ready.
Log in with your Linksys cloud account.
Log in with your existing Linksys cloud account to access and manage your network remotely. If you haven’t created one, tap on Create account and follow the on-screen prompts to create an account.
Configuration of your network is in progress. Your network and child nodes are being configured.
Once all your nodes have been configured, the following screen will display the number of nodes that were successfully detected and configured on your network. Tap Next.
You can rename your nodes after you have set them up.
Missing a node?
• If you have more nodes to add but forgot to turn them ON in the beginning or if some of your child nodes were not detected, tap on Add more nodes to try again. The app will guide you on how to add the nodes.
• Make sure to move your node closer to the parent node. They should be within 10 ft of the parent node or preferably in the same room as the parent node.
• You can also tap on Next to complete the setup process and add them later.
• If you receive any other error or message, this article has troubleshooting tips on how to fix common issues when setting up a node.
Tap Next.
You can now unplug and relocate your child nodes. Tap Finish.
Your WiFi is ready. Tap on Go to dashboard.
Relocate your child nodes and power them back ON. The child nodes are ready once they have a solid light. You can now connect your WiFi devices to your network. Depending on the model of the child nodes, they will have either a solid white light or a solid blue light.