How to set up Hybrid Mesh Backup on your Deco

When you have a 4G/5G Deco as a satellite Deco in your network, Hybrid Mesh Backup Mode allows your Deco to connect to the backup mobile network provided by the SIM card in the 4G/5G Deco when your main network service fails. When your main network is restored, it will automatically switch back.

Follow the steps below to set up a hybrid mesh network in the Deco app (iOS or Android).

Note:

• Features may vary from different Deco models.
• The steps may vary depending on your device's operation system. Here, we take the iOS system as an example.

Before starting, make sure the backup Deco is inserted with an available SIM card.

1. Open Deco app, go to More > Advanced > Internet Backup.

2. Select Hybrid Mesh Backup and enable it.

3. (Optional) It is recommended to set a fixed WAN port to ensure that wired clients can connect to the internet when using the backup network.

Note: Go to More > Advanced > WAN Port. Then disable Auto WAN Port and set a fixed WAN port for your Deco.

4. (Optional) You can configure the following settings as needed.

• Offline Detection: Select detection methods (Single Detection with DNS Lookup or Dual Detection with DNS Lookup and Ping) that determine when the network is disconnected and the backup takes effect.

• Internet: Internet settings for your SIM card or check internet status.

• Data Settings: Monitor or limit the data usage.

• SMS: View, send, and receive messages for your SIM card.

• PIN Management: Set a PIN code for your SIM card to protect your SIM card from embezzlement.

• External Antennas: Enable it to strengthen the 5G signals of your Deco if you have installed 5G external antennas on it.

Setup complete!

When the original network fails, your Deco will automatically connect to the mobile network provided by the SIM card in the 4G/5G satellite Deco.