How to Setup a Router With Comcast Cable

You can set up a wireless or wired router using a Comcast cable modem.

Comcast offers high-speed cable Internet that can give you speeds over 15 Mbps (megabits per second). Cable Internet from Comcast helps you stream videos and music as well as play online games that will not lag while you are playing. A router, either purchased by you or issued by Comcast, can be used to set up wireless networking or increase the number of Ethernet ports that can connect to the Internet in your home. A router set up can be installed and set up in minutes.

Things You'll Need

• Router
• Comcast modem
• Ethernet cord
• Comcast account

Instructions

1. Unplug your Comcast modem from your electrical outlet. Connect the Ethernet cord from the back of your Comcast modem into the Ethernet port labeled "Internet" on your new router. Connect an available Ethernet port from the back of the new router to the Ethernet port on the back of your computer.

2. Plug your cable modem into an electrical outlet. Plug your new router in an electrical outlet.

3. Reboot your computer. Click on "Start," then "Control panel." Click "Network and sharing." Select "Set up a new home network."

4. Click on the option for a router or cable modem when prompted by Windows to select your hardware. Your computer will attempt to access your new router. When the brand name for your router is listed, double-click it so your computer can configure itself to the new router.

5. Create a new name for your home network and create a unique password to prevent unauthorized users on your network. Your computer may reset your Comcast modem and router so your new changes can take effect.

References

• Comcast: Router set up