2GIG EDGE: Connect to Wifi

In this video, Jorge from Alarm Grid shows you how to connect the 2GIG Edge Alarm System to a WIFI network. The system uses WIFI connectivity to communicate with Alarm.com. However, the system cannot be used as part of an IP-only monitoring setup. Instead, the system must be set up for cellular alarm monitoring service using its internal cellular communicator. This may be an AT&T LTE Communicator or a Verizon LTE Communicator, depending upon which version of the 2GIG Edge was purchased. Alarm.com mandates that a cellular communication pathway is properly set up and configured with the system for monitoring service. This will require that the user obtains a monitoring plan that includes cellular connectivity, such as an Alarm Grid Gold or Platinum Level Plan. Meanwhile, connecting the 2GIG Edge System to WIFI is optional.

Having said that, there is little reason not to connect the 2GIG Edge to WIFI. Most end-users have WIFI in their homes and businesses, and you may as well use it with your alarm system. The WIFI connectivity will complement the system's cellular connectivity and serve as an additional communication pathway for the system. This is often referred to as "dual-path" connectivity. In the event that one pathway goes down or becomes unavailable, the 2GIG Edge System will still have the other communication pathway to fall back on. Most alarm monitoring plans that include cellular service also include IP service at no extra charge. Additionally, WIFI connectivity is usually preferred over cellular for sending over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates for the panel. But in terms of sheer reliability and overall update, cellular is usually seen as superior. That doesn't mean that WIFI connectivity isn't important though. Really, your best option is to have both a strong WIFI communication pathway and a strong cellular communication pathway so that monitoring service for your 2GIG Edge is as reliable and as dependable as possible.

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