Does Eero Work With Spectrum?

Eero mesh wifi system extensively enhances internet connectivity and is compatible with most ISPs. But does Eero work with Spectrum?

The good news is yes, Eero works with Spectrum. Also, it is quite easy to set up Eero with Spectrum.

But if you are a newbie to all these things, I will provide you with some easy steps to get Eero to work with Spectrum Internet.

I will also share features of Eero that can revolutionize your home network. What is Eero and how can it benefit your home network?

Let’s find it out first!

What is Eero and its mesh wifi system mean?

Simply, Eero provides a mesh wifi system that gives multiple access points to solve connectivity issues in a larger area. The good thing about it is that it uses a single network to provide wifi access to a larger home.

So, how it really does that? Let’s see!

How Eero mesh wifi system work?

Eero basically uses one Eero device to connect to the internet using a modem. That device is known as Gateway Eero.

Gateway Eero simply broadcasts signals to secondary Eeros which are known as Eero Beacon devices. And you can place these Eero beacons in areas with connectivity issues.

And that’s how it works, use a single network and provide you multiple access points.

Amazing? right.

Will cover Eero benefits below but first let’s get setting up Eero with Spectrum.

How to connect Eero to Spectrum modem?

Spectrum Internet has a gateway router that acts as a router and modem. So one of the common Spectrum and Eero issues is that bridge mode is not enabled on Spectrum.

So first of let’s enable bridge mode on the Spectrum router.

Enabling bridge mode on Spectrum router

Enabling bridge mode mode will disable routing on your Spectrum router. You have to log in to your router by typing its IP address in the address bar of an internet browser.

After that, you have to search through the menu to enable bridge mode on your specific router. Some routers have it upfront and some don’t.

Also, disable the Wifi option from your Spectrum’s router menu. So your Spectrum router doesn’t show up in the Wifi network.

But after searching, if you still don’t find bridge mode settings then you can contact Spectrum helpline.

Here is the contact number for Spectrum customer service: 833-949-0036

Connecting Eero to Spectrum modem

After enabling bridge mode on the Spectrum modem, we are all set to proceed with connecting Eero with the Spectrum.

• Disconnect the power adapter from your Spectrum modem.
• Next, you need an ethernet cable to connect one end of it to the ethernet port of your Spectrum modem and the other end to the WAN port of your Eero gateway router.
• Turn on Eero and Spectrum routers.
• Download the Eero app on your smartphone and follow the in-app instructions to set up your Eero network.

And that’s it!

You had finally finished setting up Eero with Spectrum.

Final Thoughts

Eero comes up with a quite easy setup to maximize the connectivity of your wifi network. I shared all the steps above by keeping them simple and easy to follow.

Mesh routers do have some advantages and disadvantages. But this flexibility of Eero can come in handy to many wifi users with connectivity issues.

But that’s not all if you are still here and facing any Spectrum and Eero issues. You can check the FAQs. And feel free to drop a comment, the blog post will be updated to make it simple for you.

FAQs

How to connect Eero to Spectrum modem?

An ethernet cable is used to connect Eero to Spectrum or any other modem you are using.

Is Eero compatible with Spectrum modem?

Yes, Eero is compatible to work with Spectrum.

Does Eero work well with Spectrum?

There are no major Eero Spectrum issues reported by users, so yes Eero works fine with Spectrum modem.

Does Eero replace your modem?

No, Eero doesn’t replace your modem but it replaces your router. Using bridge mode, routing capability is turned off on your Spectrum or any other router you use.