Why does the H3 need to be connected to a Router?

Queries
1

I’m about to receive my H3, I’m reading that it needs it’s ethernet connection to be plugged into my router.

1. Connect the HomeBase 3 to your WiFi router’s LAN Port.

Can I plug it into an ethernet switch? I have network cabling all over my house which is distributed using network switches. I don’t want nor is it readily available to place the H3 next to my router.

2

It’s just for the setup purpose, after that you can connect it wirelessly and then remove the ethernet cable and place the HB3 in a different location.

I would think the ethernet switch would also work, it is physically connected to your router?

3

Thanks for the reply. Yes, my switch is connected directly to my router.

4

A switch should be fine. The HB just needs a path to internet to complete the setup.