Table of Contents
- 1 How do I activate my replacement Comcast cable box?
- 2 How do I connect a second Comcast box?
- 3 Why is my Xfinity cable box not working?
- 4 How do I get cable in multiple rooms with one box?
- 5 Why is cable box not working?
- 6 Why won’t my Xfinity gateway connect?
- 7 Why is Xfinity not connecting?
- 8 Why is my cable not working?
How do I activate my replacement Comcast cable box?
Activate Your Equipment Online
- Connect your Internet, Voice and/or TV equipment and turn it on.
- Go online to Xfinity.com/activate for easy step-by-step activation instructions. If you’re activating your Xfinity Mobile device, go to xfinitymobile.com/activate.
How do I connect a second Comcast box?
Plug one end of the coaxial cable into the “Out” input of the RF cable splitter, and put the other end into the coaxial input on the first Comcast box. Place one end of the second coaxial cable into the other “Out” input on the splitter, and plug the other end into the coaxial input on the second Comcast box.
How long does it take for a new Xfinity box to work?
In most cases, your TV Box should reset in 15 minutes. In some cases, the program guide or other services may take 45 minutes before they are available.
Why is my Xfinity cable box not working?
Make sure you’ve tightened all cable connections from the wall to your device, turned on your TV and TV Box, checked your remote batteries and that your TV is set to the right input. If none of these worked, tap Continue. We’ll scan your device for potential issues. Choose a System Refresh or Restart a Single TV Box.
How do I get cable in multiple rooms with one box?
Normally, TVs require individual cable reception boxes. However, if you have a TV in two different rooms in your home, it’s possible to connect them to the same box using cable splitters. You can either use a wireless cable transmitter or coaxial cable splitters to link the TVs in your home to one cable box.
Why is my Xfinity TV box not working?
Why is cable box not working?
Reboot the cable box by unplugging it from the wall outlet. Wait about 20 seconds, then plug it back in. This should cause an automatic reboot which will usually fix most problems, including a frozen picture and features which no longer work. If a reboot doesn’t do the trick, phone your cable company.
Why won’t my Xfinity gateway connect?
Unplug your equipment, wait one minute, and then plug it back in. This method, known as powercycling or rebooting, can fix many connection problems. Make sure your account is up to date on payments by going to the Billing tab in My Account (you may be asked to sign in using your Xfinity ID and password first).
How do you reset a Xfinity cable box?
Using the Manual Reset Button Locate the Reset button on the front or back of your cable box. Hold the button down until the box’s display or lights turn off. Allow the cable box 5-10 minutes to fully reset.
Why is Xfinity not connecting?
Here are some reasons your phone might not be connecting to Xfinity WiFi hotspots: Auto-connect to Xfinity WiFi is turned off. If you have a Samsung or LG phone, you must have this feature turned on before you can auto-connect to Xfinity WiFi hotspots. A hotspot has a poor connection.
Why is my cable not working?
If your cable is still not working properly, there may be interference. Interference can be caused by weather, heavy appliances running or even the actual local stations. Here are some basic signs that interference may be a problem: If you see a snow effect, it may be a temporary broadcast problem.
How do you restart a Comcast cable box?
Press the three buttons at the same time and hold them pressed until the cable box reboots. Turn the cable box on by pressing the “Power” button on the box itself or on the cable remote control once the box has reset. The reboot is complete when the time display returns to the front of the cable box.