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Linksys SPNMX56TB FAQs
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HARDWARE INFORMATION
What is the Linksys SPNMX56TB? The Linksys SPNMX56TB supports the latest Wi-Fi® 6 (802.11ax) standard to deliver next-level streaming and gaming. It offers faster WiFi performance for lag-free online gaming and simultaneous streaming to any device.

The Linksys SPNMX56TB is for toob ISP subscribers in the UK only.
What are the parts of the Linksys SPNMX56TB?
  • Buttons and Switch
 
  • Reset button
  • Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) button
  • One power switch (sliding)
 
  • Ports
 
  • Three gigabit ethernet (LAN) ports
  • One 2.5 gigabit internet (WAN) port
  • One power port
What are the features of the Linksys SPNMX56TB?
 
  • IEEE 802.11ax 
  • Dual-band AX5400
  • 2x4 Spatial Streams
  • Intelligent Mesh™
  • WiFi security
  • Guest WiFi
  • Parental Controls
  • DFS support
  • Band steering
  • Beamforming support
  • Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS)
  • Next-generation Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiple Access (OFDMA) technology
  • Supports Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) only
  • Supports Automatic Setup via Auto Configuration Server (ACS)
  • Supports parent and child modes
What is its warranty period? The warranty period is dependent on the country of purchase.
What do the light behaviors of the node indicate? The light indicates the different states and activities of your node.
What type of processor does it have? The Linksys SPNMX56TB has a 1 GHz quad-core processor.
What are the default settings of this product?
  • The default IP address is 192.168.1.1. If the upstream device uses the same IP address, the node will automatically use a different LAN IP address to avoid any conflict. 
  • The default administrator password of an unconfigured node without internet is admin. Once the node detects an internet connection, the default admin password changes to the default WiFi password which is located on the product label.
  • The default WiFi name is toob-xxxxxx where xxxxxx represents the last six alphanumeric characters of the node’s MAC address.
  • Each node has a unique pre-assigned WiFi password located at the bottom of the node.
  • The default Guest WiFi name is toob-xxxxxx-guest where xxxxxx represents the last six alphanumeric characters of the node’s MAC address. 
  • The default WAN connection is DHCP.
Does it support Linksys Aware, Linksys Shield, and Apple HomeKit®? No. The Linksys SPNMX56TB does not support Linksys Aware, Linksys Shield, and Apple HomeKit.
Where can I locate the model number of my Linksys SPNMX56TB? The model SPNMX56 of your node is printed on the product label at the node's bottom.
What are the weight and dimensions of the node? Below are the weight and dimensions of the node:
 
  • Dimensions: 3.385 x 3.385 x 7.3 in
  • Weight: 0.50 kg (1.1 lb)

SETUP AND INSTALLATION
What are the requirements for setting up the node? You will need the following:
 
  • An active toob internet connection
  • The latest version of the Linksys app with a Linksys cloud account to manage your network from anywhere
  • An iOS or Android™ mobile device
Does the Linksys SPNMX56TB support an ACS setup? Yes. The Linksys SPNMX56TB supports Automatic Setup via toob's ACS setup. Once the node is powered ON, plugged into the toob's equipment, and detects an internet connection, it will automatically configure itself as the parent node. The light on your node will change from solid purple to blinking white. Once the node is configured and has an internet connection, the light will turn to solid blue. After setup, you can link your router to your Linksys cloud account to manage your network.
How do I link my Linksys SPNMX56TB to a Linksys cloud account? After you set up your node, you can add your Linksys Mesh network to your Linksys cloud account using the Linksys app.
How do I set up the Linksys SPNMX56TB? Learn how to set up your Linksys SPNMX56TB.
How can I add another node to my existing Linksys Mesh system? You will need the Linksys app to add child nodes to extend your WiFi.
What are the supported WiFi security options? The Linksys SPNMX56TB supports the following WiFi security modes:
 
  • WPA2™/WPA3™ Mixed Personal
  • WPA3 Personal
  • WPA2 Personal
  • Open and Enhanced Open
  • Open
If I have a mixed mesh network with other Linksys Intelligent Mesh models as child nodes, can I use WPA3 or any of the Enhanced Open security options? No. If your other child models or client devices do not support WPA3, they will not be able to connect. It is highly recommended to leave the setting to default.

FIRMWARE
How do I upgrade the Linksys SPNMX56TB's firmware? The node will automatically update when the firmware is available.
How do I manually upgrade the firmware of my Linksys SPNMX56TB? Manual firmware is not supported. Make sure auto-update is turned ON to automatically install firmware updates when they are available.
How do I check a node's current firmware version? To check the firmware version of your node, access the Linksys app and tap on the menu icon. Go to Network Administration, tap Nodes, select your router and you will see the Firmware Version.

TROUBLESHOOTING
How do I access my node's dashboard? Learn how to access the dashboard on the Linksys app or LinksysSmartWiFi.com page.
Why can’t I log in to the local interface using “admin” as a password? Once the node detects an internet connection, the default admin password changes to the default WiFi password which is located on the product label.
How can I reset the node to factory defaults? To reset your node to its factory defaults, press and hold the reset button until the light on top of the node turns red, fades, and flashes bright red.

Make sure that a bright red flash, followed by three to four quick faded red pulses then another bright red flash occurs before you release the button.
How do I recover my admin password? You can recover the admin password through the five-digit recovery code printed on the product label at the bottom.
When should I prioritize the internet connection for my device? On the Priority page, a message will appear recommending that the Priority feature be turned OFF if the internet speed is 200 Mbps or greater since the bandwidth is sufficient for your devices. It is ideal to prioritize internet connection for your devices when the internet speed is slower than 200 Mbps.
The Linksys app failed to set up my parent node. What should I do? The Linksys SPNMX56TB supports ACS setup, meaning that once the node is plugged into the toob equipment, it will automatically detect a connection and configure itself as a parent node. Attempting to set up the node with the Linksys app while the router is going through ACS setup will cause the app not to detect your node. Wait until the light is solid blue meaning that your router has completed setup, you can then link your router to your Linksys cloud account.
 
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