Ensuring that your Cox wifi is well configured is crucial if you want to have a fast internet connection in your house. If you are in need of a more detailed guide on how to connect your devices to wifi then this article will help you follow the steps given by cox. If you are a first-time Cox user, or you have recently purchased a new modem/router, then you need to follow the steps below to connect to the Internet.
Before You Begin
Before starting the setup process, make sure you have the following.
- It also requires your Cox account details such as account number as well as your home phone number.
- The Cox wifi network name and password, which can be found on the sticker on modem/router.
- The equipments include the router, modem, ethernet cables as well as coaxial cables from Cox
- All those devices that you wish to connect wirelessly such as laptops, phones, and tablets.
If you do not have all the equipment, you can contact the Cox’s customer service for ordering the necessary accessories. After you have gotten all that you need, then you can proceed with the setting up process.
Connect modem & router hardware
The first part of the setup process is connecting your modem and router together using an ethernet cable.
1. If plugged in before, turn off the power supply of the modem and the router.
2. After you have received the coaxial cable from Cox, connect the cable port on the wall to the cable port on the modem’s back side. Check that the connection is secure.
3. Now take an ethernet cable and connect it to the modem and the router. Connect one end of the cable to the port that has the label of ‘Ethernet’ or ‘Internet’ on the router and the other end to the only port that is available on the modem.
4. Connect the power cable to the modem first and then leave it for 2 minutes to warm up. Then connect the power cable to the router. Wait until the lights on the two devices stop blinking and turn into a steady light, which is an indication that they have linked effectively.
Connect the device to the network You are required to connect the device to the wifi network.
Next, connect to your wifi network and activate your Cox internet service.
1. If you are using a phone, laptop or a tablet, go to the wifi settings and connect to the cox wifi network name displayed on the router. When you are asked to provide the wifi password which is also written on the sticker, do so.
2. When connected, launch a web browser of your choice and proceed to visit the cox.com/activate page. Go to the Cox Internet sign in and use your Cox account number and your home phone number to sign in.
3. After that, follow the activation process which will not take more than fives minutes. Cox will then confirm your account details and will proceed to formally connect your internet service.
4. It is possible that Cox will wish to run some tests to enhance your connection or diagnose any issues. Obey any directions they give you.
5. After activation is complete, you should have operational Wi-Fi internet connection on the connected devices. Go to any website for the test purpose.
More devices to connect with the wifi
For any other phones, computers or devices you want to get online wirelessly.
1. Open the available wifi networks on the device and connect to your Cox SSID once more.
2. Type in the wifi password as required. The network name and password are usually written at the back or at the bottom part of your modem/router device.
3. Your device should now be connected to the network and should have internet connectivity. Perform a speed test on the device as well by typing “speed test” in the browser to know the quality of the connection.
And that will be the end of setting up your Cox home wifi! If you have any problem in getting or establishing connections on your devices, you should contact Cox technical support for assistance. Their team can help to ensure your equipment is placed correctly and that your signals are being transmitted correctly.
Optional Wifi Customization Steps
Once your base wifi network is up and running, you have additional options to better manage and optimize your home wireless network.
- Create two guest networks with different passwords for use by the guests
- Make changes to security settings such as WPA2 for further security precautions.
- Change the default SSID name and password to your preferred one
- Allocate specific MAC addresses to make devices easier to detect on the network
- It is recommended that one should set the router frequency bands in a way that they do not interfere with one another.
- Arrange such traffic for devices such as gaming consoles or streaming boxes
Use your computer web browser to access the administrative section of the router to make these changes. Cox also has helpful guides to help you get the most of your home wifi connection.
Keep connected with the fastest and most secure internet service provider, Cox Internet by reading this guide on how to set up your connection. Ideas on how to correctly fill the form can also be sought from their 24/7 customer service in case one gets stuck in the process.
Call (844) 340-5111 to get a new Cox connection now!
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