Access Xfinity Router

How to Access Xfinity Router

Make use of the five important steps given below to log into your Xfinity router.
Make sure that the system is connected to the Internet before proceeding with the setup process.
Find the IP address of the router from the back side of the router or from the documentation that was provided along with the router.
Open a browser and enter the Xfinity router’s IP address in the search bar.
In the Login window, you have to key in the username and Password correctly.
You can access the Web Utility page of the Xfinity router.

The Internet service which is offered by Comcast is carried out using a coaxial cord.
The Comcast modem separates the TV and the radio signals into pure Internet connectivity.
The modem can link to a single personal computer or wireless access point directly.
The hardware of the Comcast device can combine a network router and a modem into a single component.
To adjust the settings and view diagnostic logs, you need to sign into the web page of the Comcast modem. Insert an Ethernet cord from the Chromecast modem.
The other end of the Ethernet cord must be attached to your personal computer.
If the modem is bridged with the router, remove the Ethernet connector from the access point and plug it into your system.

Launch any browser on your desktop and type the IP address of the Comcast modem in the address field.
Check the user guide of the Comcast modem for the IP address.
Alternately, open the Run dialog box by pressing the Windows + R keys and then type cmd in the address field.
Open the Command Prompt dialog box by pressing the Enter button.
Mention ipconfig and tap the Enter key. Find the Default Gateway IP address under the Ethernet Adapter section.
In the Login window, provide the username and the password of the Comcast modem.
If you are not able to sign in, view the username and the password on the manual of your Comcast modem.

The default login credentials for the Xfinity router will be printed on the label attached to it.

You can also get the credentials in the documents provided along with the router.

You need a username and password to access the web setup page of the router.

To open the login page, type the 10.0.0.1 in the address bar of your router.

The default username and password of your Xfinity router are admin and password respectively.

After logging into the setup page, you can change the default password.

The IP address of the Xfinity router is usually 10.0.0.1.
To know the IP address of the router on Windows 10 OS, follow the steps given below.
Click the Start menu and then select Settings.
Choose the Network & Internet option.
Open the Network and Sharing Center window.
Choose the type of connection between your device and router.
For wired connection, select Ethernet, and for a wireless connection, choose Wi-Fi.
You can see the router's IP address provided in the IPv4 Default Gateway.
To get the IP address of the router using cmd prompt, open the Run window.
Type Cmd in the Open field in the Run window.
Type' ipconfig' in the next Command prompt window that opens and hit Enter.
Your router's IP address will be displayed against Default Gateway.

To enable QoS on my Xfinity router, follow the instructions given below.

On your Windows or Mac device, open a web browser and log in to the Xfinity official web site.
Enter the password and username when prompted for Sign in.
Navigate to the Gateway option.
Select the Connection option in the Gateway section.
Click the Wi-Fi option in the connection type.
Click the Edit button.
Click the Radio button next to WMM to disable it.
You can only enable the WMM option in the QoS. The manufacturer sets other options as default settings.

To enable 2.4 GHz on your Xfinity router, perform the procedures as given below.

You can enable 2.4 GHz features on your Xfinity router in two different ways. To enable it using Xfinity xFi, follow the instructions as given below.
On your computer, launch the Xfinity xFi application or visit the official site of Xfinity.
Use the username and password for Sign In.
Navigate to the Network tab. Click the Edit Wi-Fi option.
Check if the box next to the Broadcast Wi-Fi Name is unchecked.
Select 2.4 GHz in the pop-up menu and click the Apply Changes button.
Similarly, to enable 2.4 GHz using the Admin Tool option, perform the instructions given below.
Connect the Xfinity router to the Wi-Fi network.
Go to the official site of the Xfinity router.
Click Gateway followed by the Connection option.
Select the Wi-Fi option in the Connection section.
Click the Edit button in the Channel Selection section and select the 2.4 GHz channel.
Similarly, click the Edit button next to the Wi-Fi mode to change the Wi-Fi mode.
Click the Save Settings button.

There are five major aspects of a router that can be changed using the web interface.
Use the IP Address of the Xfinity router to log into the web management page.
After logging in, you can change the following settings

Change the name of your network and its security key from its default values.

Since the default credentials are easy to find, you have to change them.

The following step is to select a Security Mode to protect your router from anonymous access.

You can use the WPA or WPA2 Encryption method.

Next, modify the Network Mode and Bandwidth of your router to increase its efficiency and performance.

If there are any kids who use the Internet, then set up parental control to control their access.

You can create a guest network to restrict access to files for the guests.

Download the Xfinity xFi app before proceeding with the setup.
To do so, go to the Google Play Store, find the app, and tap the Install button.
Open the app after the installation. Create an account with Xfinity if you do not have one.
Select the Create One option available at the bottom of the screen and follow the instructions displayed on the mobile’s screen.
Next, use your phone’s camera to scan the QR code available on the router. You can also key in the CM MAC if you do not wish to scan.
The next set of prompts will help you connect the router to the power supply using the coax cable.
Power on the Xfinity router after setting it up.
On the next screen, specify a new network name and password for your router using which you can connect all your devices.
Confirm the credentials after you enter them.
Use the security key you have set up to connect other devices to the Xfinity router.

You can log in or access the settings of your Xfinity router using the web interface or the app.
o login via a browser, enter the IP address of the router and press the Enter Key.
o log in from your phone, you have to unlock the device and open the Google Play Store app from your device.
Search for the Xfinity xFi app and press the Install button.
Wait till the download is complete and follow the prompts to install it.
Launch the My Account App on your device and press the Menu icon available in the upper-left corner of your screen.

You can modify the Wireless name and password if you want after logging in.
The next step is to select the Internet option followed by the Wireless Gateway option.
Choose the Change Wi-Fi Settings option on the next screen.
Specify a network name of your choice and a new Password. Tap Save.
Wait till all the settings are updated. Connect your devices to the wireless network after a few minutes.