“Why is an Ethernet cable included? Is it simply for set up?”
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Yes, the Ethernet cable is sometimes needed for initial setup.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.The cable is included to directly connect to your wifi/router. Or you can go wireless with WIFI. setup is super easy. download the SONOS app and go!
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.The Ethernet ports (cable is for that) let you connect Sonos directly to your Internet router. If your WiFi network isn't reliable, or doesn't reach all the areas where you want to use Sonos, connecting a Sonos product to your router with an Ethernet cable automatically creates a dedicated Sonos wireless network.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I think to mesh network several Sonos speakers one of them has to be connected by Ethernet. I’ve got them all around the house and have never used the Ethernet port for setup or otherwise.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.The Ethernet cable is included so if you change your WiFi password you can hook directly into your modem and reset the Sonos up on your WiFi.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Only need it if you have a weak wifi signal at speaker location...
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Just Incase you want to hardlink the speaker to your router and not use over your WiFi.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.No, ethernet cable is not necessary for set-up. As long a you have wi-fi, you can set up wirelessly. Not sure why they included a ethernet cable.
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