One of the measures that should be taken is to ensure that your network has a strong password to prevent intruders from accessing it. In case, you have the Cox wifi connected to your home, it may be necessary at times to change the wifi password to increase security or when connecting a new device to the network. It is quite simple to change your Cox wifi password without the assistance of a technician in just a few simple steps.
Things You'll Need:
- Cox account credentials including username and password
- An appliance in your Cox wifi
Follow These Steps:
1. Cox Communications – Login to Your Account
To get to the first stage, one has to sign in to the Cox account through the web. You can do this on your computer or smartphone browser.
- Click on CoxCentral | My Account at cox dot com
- Type in your Cox username and password and click the login button.
In case you have lost your Cox credentials, there are links to help you recover your username or password.
2. Click on Profile Picture > Settings
When you are logged into the Cox account, you have to search for your profile icon located at the top right of the page. Move your cursor over the photo and, on the appeared list, click on the Settings link.
3. Choose the setting and then select the Wi-Fi option from the list of settings available on your device.
In the Account Settings page, look at the option that is either labeled “WiFi” or “Home WiFi” and click it whatever name you see in the Cox account you have. This will open your wifi settings so that you can connect your device to the internet.
4. Choose the option that says “Change WiFi Network Name & Password”
Now, find the menu labeled “Change WiFi Network Name & Password”. Just click on this link to alter your wifi credentials.
5. Login & Create New User Password
On this page, you can view the current 2.4GHz and 5GHz wifi network names (Service Set Identifiers) and passwords. Here are the steps to change the password:
- Type your new password in the 2.4GHz wifi name field next to the New Password.
- Enter the same password in the Confirm Password box.
- The same should be done for the 5GHz wifi through creating as well as confirming a New Password.
Your new wifi passwords are similar which means you can use the same one or you can use two different ones if you wish.
The password requirements are:
- Must be 8-32 characters long
- Use a letter and a number or any other symbol
- Accepts special characters
Once the new wifi passwords have been typed and entered, click on “Change WiFi Password”.
6. Join Devices to New Network
After changing the password, all devices will be disconnected from the wifi network.
To reconnect, navigate to the wifi settings of each device and choose the Cox wifi SSID (network name). When asked, enter your new wifi password to re-establish the connection.
This should be done on all your computers, smartphones, tablets, smart home devices, and any other devices connected to your home wifi.
After that, you have to type in a new password and your device will start connecting to the wifi network. If, for some reason, you experience problems connecting any of the devices, you can reset your router and attempt to reconnect.
This means that it is advisable to change your wifi password occasionally especially once in several months. and if there is ever an instance where an unauthorized person has connected to your wifi, you can change the password to ensure the security of your connections. You now know how to easily change the Wi-Fi password Cox from your account settings/ app as mentioned above.
Troubleshooting Tips
If changing your Cox wifi password doesn't go smoothly, here are some tips:
- If the passwords have been changed, the router should be rebooted to clear out any confusion. Try rebooting it – unplug it for 10 seconds and then plug it back in.
- Ensure you type the New Password in the proper places before making changes.
- Ensure all devices connect to the appropriate SSID – some differentiate themselves by labeling them as 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz networks.
- If connected devices will not reconnect, then it is better to enter the new Wi-Fi password instead of the passwords saved earlier.
Still, having issues? Phone Cox customer service and a representative will be able to help with the matter of changing your wifi password.
Call (844) 340-5111 to get a new Cox connection now!
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