How to Change DNS Settings on an Eero Pro Router
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Introduction
Tools You'll Need:
- Your mobile device
Before You Begin:
You must the eero app installed.
Your eero router/gateway must already be set up.
- How to Set Up an Eero Pro Router CON-5866
Should I change DNS settings on my Eero?
DNS stands for "Domain Name System." A DNS service/server is what translates the name of the website or server you are trying to connect to into the IP address that matches it. This is something that has to take place for your router to make the right connections. There are a handful of reasons you might want to consider using different DNS settings on your Eero Network:1 Change Your DNS Settings on Your Eero Network
- Open the Eero app.
- Tap the Menu to open it up.
- Tap Network Settings.
- Tap Advanced Settings.
- Select DNS.
- Select Custom DNS to open the DNS fields.
- Select and type in your desired DNS addresses.
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Connect to a Tech ProTools You'll Need:
- Your mobile device
Before You Begin:
You must the eero app installed.
Your eero router/gateway must already be set up.
- How to Set Up an Eero Pro Router CON-5866
Should I change DNS settings on my Eero?
DNS stands for "Domain Name System." A DNS service/server is what translates the name of the website or server you are trying to connect to into the IP address that matches it. This is something that has to take place for your router to make the right connections. There are a handful of reasons you might want to consider using different DNS settings on your Eero Network:- Open the Eero app.
- Tap the Menu to open it up.
- Tap Network Settings.
- Tap Advanced Settings.
- Select DNS.
- Select Custom DNS to open the DNS fields.
- Select and type in your desired DNS addresses.