<h3 class="" data-start="1611" data-end="1670">Connectivity problems often stem from:</h3>
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<p class="" data-start="1714" data-end="1788">Incompatible communication protocols (e.g., Zigbee, Z-Wave, Wi-Fi, RS-485)

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<li class="" data-start="1789" data-end="1818">
<p class="" data-start="1791" data-end="1818">Mismatched network settings

</li>
<li class="" data-start="1819" data-end="1847">
<p class="" data-start="1821" data-end="1847">Device not on the same LAN

</li>
<li class="" data-start="1848" data-end="1875">
<p class="" data-start="1850" data-end="1875">Incorrect app integration

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</ul>
<p class="" data-start="1877" data-end="1891"><strong data-start="1877" data-end="1890">Solutions:

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<li class="" data-start="1892" data-end="1965">
<p class="" data-start="1894" data-end="1965">Ensure your smart devices and the panel are using compatible protocols.

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<li class="" data-start="1966" data-end="2042">
<p class="" data-start="1968" data-end="2042">Verify network connectivity&mdash;use Ethernet or dual-band Wi-Fi for stability.

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<li class="" data-start="2043" data-end="2126">
<p class="" data-start="2045" data-end="2126">Check that the device pairing mode is enabled and the app is properly configured.

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<li class="" data-start="2127" data-end="2188">
<p class="" data-start="2129" data-end="2188">Re-add devices after updating firmware or changing routers.

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</ul>


<p class="" data-start="2190" data-end="2396"><strong data-start="2190" data-end="2210">Portworld panels support multiple interfaces including <strong data-start="2249" data-end="2311">RS-485, RJ-45 Ethernet, Bluetooth 5.2, and dual-band Wi-Fi, making them highly versatile for smart home, hotel, and office device integrations.