Thursday, October 22, 2020

How to Self-Install Spectrum Internet?

 



 

The current world scenario has drastically changed due to covid-19. People have found ways to accommodate the basic needs all by themselves. The increase in technology has helped people a lot in times of trouble. There are different gadgets available in every home to ease out the family and their lifestyle. The internet is one of them and has become an essential part of our lives. Our everyday routine depends and revolves around the internet. The working of the internet depends on the installation process to get going. It means that a basic understanding of hardware and software is required. You can install your Spectrum internet at home. Through this blog, we will help you with the installation of your internet with simple and easy steps all by yourself.

During the current times, it is better that you install your internet on your own for safety sakes. While installing the internet, you will get to know a lot of things. This way, you can save the installation charges as well. You have to patient enough as it is a lengthy process, and will acquire a lot of knowledge. The problems after setting would require self-handling but, there will be a proper manual with the self-installation kit so, don’t worry. You have to study that and follow the simple steps.

Installation method

Now we will help you with setting up your internet connection. Before starting, make sure all the components and elements to start the process are available to set up your Spectrum Internet. Below is the list of required things:

  • Instruction Guide
  • Modem
  • Wi-Fi Router
  • 2 Power Cables
  • Coaxial Cable
  • Multiple Ethernet Cable

If you have the following components, you are good to go and can start the self-installation process.

Installation Steps

The first thing is to figure out a cable outlet. Now attach one end of the coaxial cable in the cable outlet and the other end in the modem. Power up the modem by plugging it into the power socket. When the light on the modem starts blinking wait, for few minutes to get them stable. If the modem lights are stable, it means that your modem has internet access.

In the second step, place your Wi-Fi router where there is no disruption in the house, according to you. The modem and Wi-Fi router will be connected through the Ethernet cable so, it should be near the modem to get easily connected through the wire. Turn on the router to start the signal distribution, plugging the router with the power cable in the source. Now, wait for few minutes for the internet connection to get stabilize. Once you see a constant green light, it means that the internet is ready for use.

The final step is to connect your devices to the internet through the Wi-Fi router. The initial credentials to activate the internet are printed on the back of the router. Connecting to a desktop may need another Ethernet cable if there is no Wi-Fi card installed, but linking mobiles and laptops is very easy through the Wi-Fi router. Once you have access to the internet, you can change your password and username accordingly.

Once you are down with the setting up process, activate your Spectrum internet. Open the browser after connecting the device and an activation page of Spectrum Internet will be redirected. If you are not directed to this page automatically, you can use the link for “spectrum.net/selfinstall” to open the spectrum internet activation page.

Now enjoy your favorite seasons or browse as much as you want through the best Internet service provider. Though the installation process is quite simple, if there are still some problems with the self-installation, you can contact spectrum customer services representative. The technicians will again guide through the steps on call.