It’s a good idea to switch off the Wi-Fi when you’re away from home, especially on holiday, to avoid unnecessary risks. Luckily, there are some models that allow you to set the Wi-Fi to turn off automatically at certain times, so read on to find out how to do this!
Step 1
Enter the IP address of the router, which is usually 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1.
Step 2
Enter your username and password to access. If you have not changed them, they are the ones that came with the router.
Here you can find out how to change your password.
Step 3
Once inside, different menus will appear. Look for a section called Wi-Fi and click on it.
Step 4
Now you need to find Wi-Fi Scheduler or a similar name.
Step 5
In the scheduler, the Permanently On box will be checked by default. Uncheck it and select the days and times you want the router to be inactive.
Step 6
Save your changes. The router will usually reboot automatically, although some models require a manual reboot.
In this way, you will not have Wi-Fi enabled, but your wired Internet and landline will still work.
Reasons for leaving the router on
You may be thinking of turning off the router to avoid possible intrusions into your equipment. But remember that turning off the router completely can be a clue that no one is home. Therefore, the alternative of scheduling the Wi-Fi to be turned off is quite feasible.
In addition, you may have devices that require a connection to work properly. Perhaps you have a media server or NAS that you want to access from outside the home and you need to keep it switched on. Or maybe you have a security system based on IP cameras and a smart lock.
Source: Xataka Smart Home
