Connecting more devices

TV boxes, consoles and smart speakers cannot run a client, but they can share the same link through a router, a shared hotspot or a proxy on your LAN.

Three ways in

Write it to the router

Configure once, cover the house, no extra device slots used

Share a hotspot

Use a connected computer for a console or TV temporarily

Proxy on the LAN

Run it on an always-on machine and point other devices at it

Verified devices

Routers, TVs and consoles verified with QuickQ
Device typeExamplesMethodNotes
RoutersOpenWrt 21.02 and later, common dual-band modelsImport config packBack up the stock firmware and note your ISP credentials first
TVs and boxesAndroid TV 9 and later, mainstream set-top boxesRouter or hotspotAndroid TV can install the mobile client directly
ConsolesPlayStation 5, Xbox Series, SwitchRouter or hotspotNo console client exists, so configure the upstream network
Tablets and readersiPad, Android tabletsMobile clientCounts towards the five-device allowance
NAS and mini PCsSynology, QNAP, small form-factor PCsLinux clientNeeds permission to install third-party software
Smart homeSpeakers, cameras, streaming sticksRouterSome devices pin their DNS, which limits the effect

The list grows as firmware is validated. Ask support about a model that is not listed.

Router setup

  1. Check the firmware

    Open the router admin page and note model and version. OpenWrt 21.02 or later is recommended; upgrade first if you are below that.

  2. Get the configuration pack

    Download it from the download centre; it contains node details and a readme.

  3. Import and sign in

    Import through the admin page and enter your account. Apply it to one device first, then widen it once traffic looks right.

  4. Verify and adjust

    Join the Wi-Fi from a phone and test connectivity. If an app misbehaves, mark its domain as direct in the configuration.

Device questions

Does a router use up device slots?
No. The router counts as one device and everything behind it is not counted separately.
Can only game traffic use the optimised link?
Yes, split by port or destination in the router configuration and keep downloads local.
Why is my smart speaker still misbehaving?
Some devices hard-code their DNS servers and bypass router settings, so they cannot be fully covered today.
What does a NAS install need?
The ability to install third-party packages or run containers, plus root access. The steps match the Linux client.

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