How do I install my new Xfinity modem?

Can I just plug in a new modem Xfinity?

You can activate the modem or gateway you own using the Xfinity app as long as it’s eligible. Check out the My Device Info website to check if your device is approved for use with Xfinity services.

Is it easy to install Xfinity Internet yourself?

Is Comcast Xfinity self-installation easy? Installing your Xfinity service on your own takes about 30 minutes or less. All you’ll need to do is connect a coaxial cable from the outlet in your wall to your cable TV box or Xfinity modem. After that, you’ll connect your cable box to your TV and your modem to your router.

Can you install Xfinity without coax cable?

The modem/gateway or a connected router provides a WiFi signal locally for you. Your WiFi devices may also receive other WiFi signals from other gateways/routers which you might be able to connect to without your own modem/gateway/router, in which case, no coax cable is required.

How do I install Xfinity gateway without app?

There’s another way you can activate Xfinity Internet without the app: you can do so online. This also works if you’re activating Xfinity TV. All you need to do is turn on your equipment and go to Xfinity.com/activate. There you’ll find easy instructions for how to activate your devices.

How do I know if my house is wired for Xfinity?

Step 1: Inquiry. If you’re signing up for new services or moving, you can check online to see if Xfinity service is available at your address. If you can’t find your address online, you can chat with us at xfinity.com/chat or call 1-800-Xfinity and we’ll determine if service can be provided to your address.

How do I get a Comcast self install kit?

Getting Started kit
  1. If you are new to Comcast, go to xfinity.com today to order your new Xfinity services. Your Getting Started kit will be sent directly to your home!
  2. Contact us to have an Xfinity Getting Started kit mailed to you.
  3. Can’t wait? Pick one up at your local Customer Service Center today!

How long does Xfinity installation take?

between two and four hours
Technicians can easily access your exterior cable connection point to complete the installation. The installation generally takes between two and four hours.

Do you need a technician to install internet?

Depending on the internet provider and plan you get, you can install your new internet package by doing it yourself or by hiring a professional technician to do it for you. When you choose to self-install, your internet provider will send you an installation kit in the mail.

Is Comcast and Xfinity the same?

Comcast, the biggest cable provider in the United States, is changing its name. According to the company’s blog, Xfinity will now replace Comcast as the company’s new product name in an attempt to show customers that it’s not the “same old company,” but rather an innovator.

Does Comcast charge to send technicians?

Comcast does not charge for service appointments to repair Comcast-owned facilities or equipment rented to you by Comcast. However, charges may apply for service appointments when the source of your service problem is not Comcast-owned facilities or equipment rented to you by Comcast.

How do I set up a new modem?

Can I install a new router myself?

Plain and simply; you can replace your ISP provided router with your own one. There are loads of devices out there that you can choose from to replace your lackluster ISP routers, so you really need to take a look around for one that best suits your needs as the user.

What does the Xfinity technician do?

From meeting new customers and installing the latest XFINITY products, to troubleshooting technical issues, as a valuable member of the team, you’ll build your talents while we work together to create a successful customer experience.

How do I connect a new modem to my router?

Connect one end of one Ethernet cable into the back of the modem, then connect the other end into the Wide Area Network (WAN) port on the router. Connect the router power cord into an electrical outlet, then connect the other end to the router.

How do I connect a new modem and router?

How do I connect my modem to Comcast Internet?

Do I need to reset router after new modem?

Rebooting network hardware corrects network and internet issues 75 percent of the time or more. The router and modem must be restarted in the right order for the reboot to fix the problem. If the devices are not rebooted in the correct order, you could lose internet connectivity completely.

Will an old router work with a new modem?

You can still use your modem if the modem is not in bridge mode. You just need to make sure that the LAN/DHCP IP range that the modem/router uses is different than the one used by your own router.

Do I need to call my ISP if I get a new modem?

You can replace your WiFi router without calling your ISP. However, if you will be replacing the cable modem, you will need to call your ISP for them to register the new cable modem.

Why is my router not connecting to my modem?

You’ll want to check the cable between the modem and the wall socket, the cable between your modem and your router, the power cables to both the modem and the routers, as well as the Ethernet cable that’s plugged in at the back of the router. Even if a cable looks connected, it could be slightly loose.

How do I reset my Comcast modem and router?

Restarting Your Xfinity Gateway via My Account Online
  1. Log in to your account at xfinity.com/myaccount using your Xfinity ID and password.
  2. Scroll down and select Manage Internet.
  3. Select Restart Modem to begin troubleshooting.
  4. Select Start Troubleshooting to begin your modem restart.