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anderpf
Feb 06, 2026Guide
RS600 latest version, 1.0.6.16 IoT network works like a Guest Network
Well, I got all excited about the new IoT network capabilities in 1.0.6.16. I moved a couple of devices to the new IoT network, and they connected to the internet. Then connected my phone to the IoT ...
coolwifi
Feb 14, 2026Luminary
Well, after restarting, I couldn't ping the devices connected the IoT 2.4 Ghz only network from the main wifi network. But I am able to control the devices from the main wifi or the IoT wifi. Also the IoT network seems to have an isolation from the main network, couldn't ping the router IP from it too. This is the observation with my RS500 router.
- FURRYe38Feb 14, 2026Guru - Experienced User
Can you still ping and interoperate with IoT devices while your main devices are on same IoT network?