Wide Area Network (WAN) settings let you control how Google Nest Wifi and Google Wifi connect to the internet. The type of WAN connection you have is usually determined by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Check with your ISP if you have questions about which settings to use.
In WAN settings, you can view your WAN IP address and configure settings using one of the connection methods below:
Change WAN settings
To change your WAN settings, Nest Wifi or Google Wifi must be offline and your mobile phone must be connected to your Nest Wifi or Google Wifi network. To do this, disconnect the Ethernet cable from your router or primary Wifi point and wait until the light pulses yellow for Google Nest Wifi or pulses orange for Google Wifi. Make sure your mobile device is still connected to your Nest Wifi or Google Wifi network.
- Open the Google Home app
.
- Tap Favorites
Wifi
Network settings
Advanced Networking.
- Tap WAN.
- Choose DHCP, Static, or PPPoE.
- Make any changes, then tap Save
.
Note: To keep your network secure, Google Wifi and Google Nest Wifi do not support Web Proxy Auto-Discovery (WPAD) Protocol. WPAD can easily be hacked and expose your browsing behavior or data. If your device has WPAD enabled, we recommend you refer to your device user manual to disable it.
Find a Nest Wifi or Google Wifi WAN IP
- Open the Google Home app
.
- Tap Favorites
Wifi
Network settings
Advanced Networking.
- Tap WAN.