VMB5000: What are the benefits of connecting to Arlo Smart Hub base instead of directly to router?

[DavidKhrishna]

If you can connect all your cameras directly to your wifi router(s), then what are the benefits of using an Arlo Smart Hub or base station?

[dcfox1 · Accepted solution]

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@DavidKhrishna wrote:

If you can connect all your cameras directly to your wifi router(s), then what are the benefits of using an Arlo Smart Hub or base station?

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Most of the models need to be connected to a Hub/Base thats connects to a router with a Earthnet cable. The newer Pro4, Pro3 Floodlight (not spotlight) and Essentials can connect directly to your wifi. Not sure what models you have. 

[DavidKhrishna]

I have 6 Arlo Ultra cameras, 1 Wired Doorbell camera and 1 Pro3 Floodlight camera. So the Arlo Ultra cameras cannot connect directly to wifi routers?

[dcfox1]

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@DavidKhrishna wrote:

I have 6 Arlo Ultra cameras, 1 Wired Doorbell camera and 1 Pro3 Floodlight camera. So the Arlo Ultra cameras cannot connect directly to wifi routers?

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Yes, The Ultra need to be connected to a SmartHub like the VMB5000 you mentioned or most bases. The Pro3 Floodlight can connect to your wifi or Hub. You also need to be connected to a Hub for local storage and CVR if you want that. 

Edit: I don't believe the wireless doorbell can connect to a hub yet.