My Amazon Eero Home Network Setup (TalkTalk Full Fibre UK)
A typical home network today includes 4K streaming, gaming, multiple smartphones, and smart home devices like lights, plugs, and assistants and maybe even a guest WiFi. That pretty much sums up how my home network traffic looks, and it all flows through the Amazon Eero router.
I’m based in the UK and using TalkTalk’s Full Fibre broadband service. This Eero device is the base router/hub they currently provide as part of the package.
I’m on the Full Fibre 150 plan, which is perfect for a two-person household. It offers stable speeds and more than enough bandwidth for streaming, work from home setups, and running smart devices.
To extend WiFi coverage throughout the house, I’m running two Amazon Eero units:
- One placed downstairs in the main living area
- The other upstairs, providing solid coverage in the bedrooms
This basic mesh setup works surprisingly well. However, since I’m planning to self-host services and upgrade my network security, I’ll be making some changes soon. But first, here’s a breakdown of my current setup and its pros and cons.
📡 The Setup
Here’s how it’s structured:
- Eero 1 connects directly to the ONT fibre box
- Eero 2 connects wirelessly to the first unit
- My main workstation and Docker containers are on the main WiFi
- Guest devices and smart bulbs use the guest WiFi (Yes, I’ve watched a few too many David Bombal videos on smart home security 😅)
No cables. No rack-mounted switches. Just a clean, plug-and-play mesh network that works.
✅ Pros of the Eero Setup
This system is ideal for non-technical users and works great out of the box.
Plug-and-Play Simplicity
The Eero app makes setup incredibly easy and provides just enough features without overwhelming you:
- Device monitoring
- Bandwidth tracking
- Network pause features
- Parental controls
Easy Guest Network
You can share access to either network via QR code. You could even print it and leave it in your living room, so guests can connect without asking for passwords.
Isolated Guest WiFi
The guest network is completely isolated from the main network which is great if you want to keep untrusted devices away from critical ones.
Scalable
Just add another Eero, to scale your network. You don’t have to reconfigure anything or run extra cables.
❗ Limitations & Why I’m Upgrading
As great as the Eero system is for an everyday user, I’ve run into some roadblocks as a tech enthusiast
Limited Network Control
Eero supports only two segments: Main and Guest.
There’s no option for additional VLANs or network groups.
You could technically run all smart devices on the guest network and reserve the main network for sensitive devices or services, but it’s a workaround not a real solution.
🔧 Near-Future Build Plan
Now that I’m working from home full-time, I need more from my network. Here’s what’s next:
Introducing a Dedicated Router/Firewall
I plan to implement a router/firewall like OPNsense or pfSense to handle advanced networking:
- VLAN support
- firewall rules
- Greater network visibility and segmentation
- A secure environment for running self-hosted services
Adding a Managed Switch
Eventually, will be adding a managed switch to handle VLAN routing and begin segmenting more services in my home lab.
As for the Eero units, will likely keep them in place — but repurpose them as simple access points.
🧠 Final Thoughts
If you just want fast, reliable WiFi without the headaches of configuration and tuning, Amazon Eero is a fantastic option. It’s clean, quick to set up, and works seamlessly day-to-day.
But if you’re a super user, self-hosting, or someone looking to really isolate your network, you’ll eventually bump into its limits.