How-To
How to connect a Chamberlain myQ garage door opener to WiFi
Want to get your Chamberlain myQ garage door connected? We’ll show you how.
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Chamberlain myQ smart garage door openers can be controlled from almost anywhere. They connect to your home WiFi, so you can remotely manage and monitor via a smartphone app.
That means no more fumbling with those ugly garage door remotes. They even have a battery backup so you can open your door if the power goes out.
As with most tech, the setup process can be tricky. We’ve got you covered with a quick guide to get your Chamberlain myQ garage door opener onto WiFi.
Before you get started
Chamberlain's automatic garage door openers are powered by myQ. That gives you app control and linking to Amazon Key, for in-garage deliveries to defeat porch pirates.
There are a few things to get ready before we can get your garage door connected to Wi-Fi. You’ll need a smartphone with the myQ app from either the Apple App Store or Google Play Store installed. As with most smart home devices, you’ll need a home WiFi network on the 2.4GHz frequency and the password for that network.
The garage door opener should be plugged into a socket and not on battery backup. And you’ll probably want to check how strong the WiFi signal is in the garage. The other thing is a stepladder or stepstool, as you’ll need to press some buttons on the unit.
Now to connect your Chamberlain myQ garage door opener to WiFi
App setup
Log in
Start Device Setup
We’re using Garage Door Opener with Wi-Fi (Wall Installed) for our how-to.
Double-check you have everything
Choose your unit
Put it into learn mode
Connect to WiFi
If you don’t see a device
Select your home WiFi
Enter the password
Name your opener
Finishing up
Testing
Wrapping up
Linking your garage door opener to your home WiFi network is convenient. You can remotely access the door, set a customized schedule, and allow access for guests or Amazon Key deliveries.
Enjoy being able to access your Chamberlain myQ garage door opener without having an ugly remote clipped to your visor.
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