Chapter 3: Using the App for Installation

Download the App

To set up the AmpliFi Router using the AmpliFi app, follow these steps:

1. Download and install the AmpliFi app from the App Store® or Google Play™.
2. Launch the AmpliFi app.

   

Note: Ensure that Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi are enabled.

Router Installation

1. Tap Set Up AmpliFi Mesh System.

   

2. Tap Skip to bypass the hardware setup instructions (which were performed in the previous section).

   

3. Tap the AmpliFi Router.

   

4. Name your wireless network and create a wireless password. Then tap Continue.

   

5. The Router will emit a sound, indicating that the configuration is complete.
6. From your phone or mobile device, join the wireless network you created. Tap Continue.

   

7. To enable Remote Access to your AmpliFi system, sign in with one of your accounts to enable access. Otherwise, tap Skip.

   

8. You will see the status on the System tab. Tap on a device for configuration options or tabs at the bottom.

   

Accessing Another AmpliFi Router

The app accesses one AmpliFi Router at a time. If you want to set up or access a different Router, perform these steps:

1. Tap the icon in the upper left of the app to access the side menu.

   

2. Tap Switch AmpliFi.

   

3. When the Welcome screen appears, you will see three options:
   • Set Up AmpliFi Mesh System
   • Set Up AmpliFi Standalone MeshPoint
   • I already have configured AmpliFi

   Proceed to the section below that corresponds with your selection.

   

Set Up AmpliFi Mesh System

This option allows you to set up and configure a new AmpliFi Router. Tap Set Up AmpliFi Mesh System and repeat steps 3-8 from "Router Installation".

Set Up AmpliFi Standalone MeshPoint

This option allows you to set up a standalone MeshPoint and add it to an existing Wi‑Fi network.

1. Select the device that needs to be configured (if more than one MeshPoint is being installed).

   

2. The app will display a list of available Wi‑Fi networks. Select the network associated with your Router.

   

3. Enter the password associated with the wireless network and tap Continue.

   

4. The System screen in the app will appear and show the MeshPoint connected.

   

I Already Have Configured AmpliFi

This option allows you to log into an existing AmpliFi Router.

1. Tap I already have configured AmpliFi.

   

2. Tap the AmpliFi Router you wish to log in to.

   

3. You will see the status on the System tab. Tap on a device for configuration options or tabs at the bottom.

   

Additional MeshPoint Installation

Launch the app and follow the instructions for the Router you are connecting to.

Note: Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled on your smartphone.

Connecting to an AmpliFi Router

1. If your AmpliFi Router is already up and running, once you launch the app the new MeshPoint should be displayed. Tap Add to Network.

   

2. Create a name for your MeshPoint. Tap Continue.

   

3. After about a minute, the LEDs on the MeshPoint will reflect signal strength once connected to the Router. The System screen in the app will appear and show the MeshPoint connected.

   

Connect to a Third-Party Router

1. Select the device that needs to be configured (if more than one MeshPoint is being installed).

   

2. The app will display a list of available Wi‑Fi networks. Select the network associated with your Router.

   

3. Enter the password associated with the wireless network and tap Continue.

   

4. After about a minute, LEDs will reflect signal strength once the MeshPoint is connected to the Router.

   

Note: If you want to use WPS (Wi‑Fi Protected Setup), enable WPS on LCD in the Router Settings.