@Marty1277,

Actually, This is one of the great things about our Deco System! All of our systems are meant to easily connect to one another using a variety of connection methods. Some Users have even had success using powerline extenders to build their network further. This means that you can easily upgrade your backhaul network as you see a need for it.

As you have figured out, an Ethernet Backhaul will provide the best experience for a user. Personally, I have seen a difference in how long it takes for a digital movie to start playing when selected. If you have most of your house hardwired already, the transition process is actually very simple.

The key thing to remember when using a Deco Mesh System, is that each of the mesh nodes operates as a separate client. This means that as long as the main unit is first in line, all of the other devices will be able to detect and connect to the unit so as to extend the network. The easiest way of doing this is to place an ethernet switch on the LAN port of the main Deco Unit and then connect your mesh nodes directly to that switch with ethernet cables.

This will also allow each of your mesh nodes to have a better connection to the network, and you can rewire your hard-wired devices to connect to your network through the ethernet port on the Deco, or through another switch

  @Marty1277,

The System Should be Able to Detect that you are trying to establish an ethernet backhaul and change automatically. You can always check what backhaul method the device is using the Deco App. Any other questions that you have should be able to found in the FAQ found here: General questions about Ethernet Backhaul feature on your Deco

Let me know if you have any problems or questions