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How do I know if my hive hub is connected?

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Olivia House

Updated on February 20, 2026

How do I know if my hive hub is connected?

Go to 'Menu' in the Hive app, tap 'Manage devices' then refresh the page. If the hub is showing as 'connected' there's no need to follow the remaining steps. Step 3. Check that the ethernet cable is connected correctly to your broadband router.

Beside this, how do I connect my hive hub?

To set up a Hive Hub, follow the below steps:

  1. Connect your hub to your broadband router using the Ethernet cable in the box.
  2. Connect your hub to a mains power socket using the power cable in the box.
  3. For the hub to work at its best you should avoid placing it on the floor or in an enclosed area such as a cupboard.

Additionally, how do I connect my hive hub to a new router?

  1. Connect the Ethernet cable to one of the open ports on the back of your broadband router, then connect the power supply into a plug socket.
  2. You'll see a solid green light on the hub which will then start to flash.

Accordingly, can't connect to my hive hub?

Let try what we call a network restart to get your hub back online.

  1. Switch your Hive hub and broadband router off.
  2. Remove the Ethernet cable that's plugged into your broadband router from your Hive hub.
  3. Swap this Ethernet cable into a different spare port in your broadband router.
  4. Turn your broadband router back on.

How long does hive hub take to connect?

You'll see a solid green light on the hub which will then start to flash. The flashing green start up sequence can take anything between 10-30 minutes, so please do not disconnect the hub during this time.

Can you use hive without the hub?

For Hive Active Heating a hub, a receiver and a thermostat are installed. When this service hasn't been bought, the thermostat and receiver can also be installed without a hub. This is known as 'stand-alone' mode.

What's the difference between hive hub and hive hub 360?

The Hive Hub 360 offers an alternative central hub for your Hive system, replacing the regular hub (which connects to your router) with something more visually appealing, while bringing a wider range of functions, including listening ability for alerts based on audio (such as glass smashing, assuming a break-in).

Does hive have to be plugged into router?

Designed to live anywhere
Hive Hub 360 connect through Wi-Fi so you don't need to plug it into your router. It's also beautifully designed, comes in two colours and will fit seamlessly into your home.

Is there a monthly fee for hive?

Customers don't need to own a Hive thermostat and can add additional devices as part of the subscription. The US package leads with a thermostat and is priced at $24.99 a month, while the lower-priced UK package opens up a new market for Hive among home renters who may not have the option of installing a thermostat.

How many lights should be on my hive hub?

Your hub is the box connected to your broadband router. It should just have 1 solid green light at the top. The middle light is amber and only flashes when your hub is in pairing mode when you are trying to pair up devices to it. The bottom light is red and will only come on if your hub can't connect to the internet.

How do I reset my hive hub?

The Hive Hub can be reset by pulling the power cable out and putting it back in again. It will take about 5 minutes to fully reboot and pair to your devices. After the 5 minutes, refresh the app or website.

What do I do if my hive hub is offline?

Step 1. Check your Hive Hub is placed correctly by following the guide here. Restart the hub by removing the power cable and then reinserting it. Give the hub 5 -10 minutes to reboot, it will start to flash different colours.

What do the lights mean on hive hub?

No lights = Hub or power cable could be faulty. Solid Red = Hub failed to connect to the internet. Solid Red & Green = Hub failed to start correctly.

How do I change the wifi on my hive hub?

Log into the Hive app and tap your Hive Leak Sensor. When viewing the product page, tap the settings icon on the top right and then tap 'Change Wi-Fi'. You will be guided through steps to connect to your new network.

How do I pair my hive hub and thermostat?

Hold the central heating button down on the receiver until the status light is flashing pink. Release the button and then hold it again until the status light is double flashing amber. To connect the receiver to the hub, put the hub into pairing mode.

What lights should be on hive hub?

Your hub is the box connected to your broadband router. It should just have 1 solid green light at the top. The middle light is amber and only flashes when your hub is in pairing mode when you are trying to pair up devices to it. The bottom light is red and will only come on if your hub can't connect to the internet.