At the comfort of your own home, getting connected to ATT Internet service Provider is very simple. Currently, AT&T provides its customers with several types of high-speed Internet connection services to choose from; these include DSL, fiber optic or the fixed wireless where the technology adopted depends with the area of residence, particularly the neighborhood. After you have decided upon the right plan you wish to subscribe to there is no more than a few steps that you have to go through to get started.
Choosing an Internet Plan
Operating in 21 states and servicing over 6 million customers, AT&T provides internet plans that go from 10Mbps up to 1Gbps. It is important in choosing the plan to estimate the number of users that are going to connect to the internet at the same time, and what kind of activities are going to be undertaken through the internet connection. People who only browse the web, download emails and use social networks may find slower speed adequate while those who have lots of people in the house and who use services like Netflix, Xbox, and others may require faster speed.
Some of AT&T’s most popular home internet plans include
- Internet 10: Bandwidth up to 10 Mbps for a price range of $40 and above per month.
- Internet 25: Up to 25 Mbps around 50$/Month
- Internet 50: Up to 50 Mbps offered at $60 per month.
- Internet 100;Up to 100 Mbps for $ 60-70 per month
- Fiber Internet: Rates up to 1Gbps for about $60-80 per month
For home phones, AT&T has bundle packages when you combine home phone, TV, and/or the internet with options that come with price deductions. Therefore, make sure to inquire on whether there are any available discounts for the bundled services.
Installing the Equipment
After deciding on the most suitable AT&T internet plan, it is now time to set down the necessary equipment that will create the actual connection. It is fast and easy as it takes a shortest time to go through the process of analysis.
If you have fiber optic wiring in your home, an AT&T technician will come and check that the fiber jack is installed properly and active. It often takes about 2-3 hours to complete but in some cases may take slightly longer depending on the complexity of the task and the amount of information that is being searched. They will also configure the AT&T Wi-Fi Gateway modem and establish your Internet connection before departing from the scene.
For DSL internet, you can choose either self-installation or professional installation
Self-Installation
- The kit that you are given by AT&T contains everything necessary for the self-installation, including a Wi-Fi modem/router combo device. Turning on the device, it has basic instructions on how to connect cables and enable wireless internet.
- There is no need to pay additional price for a technician to explain this to you all you need to do is connect the phone cable to the DSL port in the modem and another cable between the modem and computer.
- The whole process is to take about ten to fifteen minutes.
Professional Installation
- Program for professional installation, and an AT&T technician will visit your home and configure your devices as well as check on the internet connection.
- The installation fees are usually at $99 but it can be free of charge depending on the circumstances surrounding the applicant.
Connecting Devices to Wi-Fi
After your AT&T Wi-Fi Gateway or modem is set up and emitting a Wi-Fi signal, you gain the ability to connect all your devices. The specifics of what you are going to have to do will depend on whether you are connecting your computer, smartphone, tablet or any other wireless gadget.
Computers
- This means accessing the system tray of your computer by looking at the clock area and clicking the Wi-Fi icon.
- Choose the Wireless Network Name (SSID) of your AT&T Wireless Network
- To join the connection, the user is required to key in the Wi-Fi password.
Smartphones and Tablets
- For the Android version, navigate to Settings, and select Wi-Fi.
- Choose your AT&T Wireless Network SSID
- When requested, type in the Wi-Fi Password
Wireless products like smart home devices, media streamers, wireless printers, etc., also connect to your AT&T wireless network in the same way by having the network name and password.
In case you are using a device connected to AT&T cellular network such as a cellular iPad or a smartphone, you first plug in AT&T SIM card that the company supplies for data services.
Getting Online
As soon as you have installed your AT&T equipment to transmit a wireless signal in your house, the devices that are hooked in your network will be able to surf the Web. A laptop can be plugged into an ethernet cable or connect with a wi-fi connection and open a web browser to try out the connection. You can also always take a speed test just to make sure that the internet speeds being given by the plan are being delivered.
If you decided to add AT&T TV or cable TV service to your bundle, your TV programming is now also accessible. Tether your TV system and experiment on the channel swapping to check functionality.
Managing Your AT&T Account
For managing the account, AT&T has a website account management feature where you can review your services, usage, payments and contact customer support in case of any complications.
To sign in to My account portal, navigate to att.com, click on the Sign In button or access the myAT&T app on an AT&T smartphone. Features allow you to:
- Some of the roles include; Checking the account balance, and making payments.
- Internet and TV plan area: For existing customers or if you have moved to a new location.
- Pause and play or gain a higher tier of bandwidth.
- Get help with online support, live authentication, and assistance in problem solving
- And more!
The procedure of getting access to a stable high-speed internet from AT&T is smooth and easy. Like most hardware when the internet gateway is established the Internet hardware is rather maintenance free and only requires a reset or change firmware once in a while. That is why if the customer selects the right plan speed and add-ons, AT&T can offer balanced internet connection at the customer’s home or office.
Call (844) 905-5001 to get a new AT&T connection now!
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