{"id":7167,"date":"2023-08-05T09:00:16","date_gmt":"2023-08-05T09:00:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/routerctrl.com\/?p=7167"},"modified":"2023-11-22T15:12:18","modified_gmt":"2023-11-22T15:12:18","slug":"setup-xfinity-wi-fi-router","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/routerctrl.com\/setup-xfinity-wi-fi-router\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Set Up Xfinity Wi-Fi Router?"},"content":{"rendered":"

As a new Comcast user<\/a>, you might wonder how to set up the Wi-Fi<\/a>, and the router Xfinity provided for you. Don\u2019t worry. We\u2019re here to help and set you on the right course. <\/span><\/p>\n

Comcast\u2019s Verizon Wi-Fi<\/a> gateway is simple to set up and use, and pretty much anyone can do it. Just follow these simple steps, and you\u2019ll be over in no time. <\/span><\/p>\n

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The first order of business is to unbox everything and check the list to see if everything that should be included is there. Once you verify that everything is there and in order, you can proceed with the installation.<\/span>
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There is a way to do everything manually, and you will find instructions included in the package received by Verizon<\/a> or by going to the URL xfinity.com\/activate<\/strong><\/em>. However, there is no need to go that way since an intuitive, simple-to-use app will help you get things going.<\/span><\/p>\n

Download the Xfinity xFi App<\/h2>\n

The most straightforward way to set up everything is by using the Xfinity app<\/a>. Whether you are an Android or Apple user, go to Google Play Store or App Store, download and install the Xfinity app. Once the installation is over, open the app and proceed to the next step.<\/span><\/p>\n

Xfinity Login and Username<\/h2>\n

The first thing you\u2019ll have to do is log in using your Xfinity account<\/a> credential. You should have them from the purchase of the xFi, but in case you didn\u2019t set them up, now it\u2019s time to do it by clicking on the appropriate option within the app. <\/span><\/p>\n

Identify a Device Using QR or Mac Number<\/h2>\n

Now that Xfinity knows who you are, the app will ask you to identify a device you wish to set up. There are two ways to make this identification. You can either use your phone to scan the QR code on the bottom or the side of the router.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Note: <\/b>The Wi-Fi gateway and the Wi-Fi router are the same thing, and both names will be used interchangeably throughout this article.<\/p>\n

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If you are, for whatever reason, unable to scan the QR code with the phone camera, you can enter the CM MAC address of the gateway. <\/span><\/p>\n

Ignore the special characters and just enter twelve alphanumeric symbols in the app and click <\/span>next.<\/b><\/p>\n

Place the Gateway to a Permanent Location<\/h2>\n

The app will now guide you to find a permanent spot for your gateway. It should be within reach of an active coaxial cable<\/a> line, as close to the center of the house as possible, as high as possible. <\/span><\/p>\n

On top of that, you should consider avoiding placing the gateway into the cramped space or next to the known sources of wireless signal interference, such as cordless phones or microwave ovens. Once you\u2019ve found the place that meets these requirements and recommendations, move on to the next step.<\/span><\/p>\n

Connect the Coaxial and Power Cable to the Gateway<\/h2>\n

It is time to connect the coaxial cable to the plug at the back of the gateway. Make sure you align it properly and screw it on. Once you do that, plug in the power cable. Click \u201cReady to go<\/strong>\u201d then \u201cCheck connection<\/strong>.\u201d It\u2019s time to move on to the next step.<\/span><\/p>\n

Create a Wi-Fi Network<\/h2>\n

It is now time to set up your Wireless network. You will do this by creating an SSID (network name) and a password. SSID will be the network name showing up when you scan for available networks. Use something distinguishable from other SSID\u2019s in your area, and create a strong but memorable password with at least eight characters. <\/span><\/p>\n

You can change the password later, but a strong password is essential for your safety and internet security<\/a>. People are often scared to combine numbers and letters to create passwords, but here is a good trick to make your password strong<\/a> and easy to remember.<\/span><\/p>\n

For example, you may want to use the word \u201c<\/span>computer<\/b>\u201d as a password. The word has eight characters, but it is very simple to guess.<\/span><\/p>\n

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