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Setting up Virgin Wireless Broadband

Setting up

Make sure you follow each step in the order listed, or you may have problems with your wireless network.

Step 1 First disconnect the power cable from the cable modem.

Step 2 If your cable modem is connected to your PC, disconnect it. You no longer need this cable.

Step 3 Place your wireless router close to your cable modem and near a wall power socket, using the stand included if you need to.

Step 4 Connect one end of the yellow Ethernet cable to the 'Internet' port on our wireless router (the label is on the back of the router). Then connect the other end of the yellow Ethernet cable to your cable modem.

Step 5 Connect your wireless router and cale modem to the power.

Note: To make sure you get the best out of your wireless connection bear in mind the following when positioning your wireless router:

  • Keep as far away as possible from potential sources of interference common sources are digital cordless phones, baby monitors and wireless video senders).
  • Where possible, position in line-of-sight of other equipment; this should provide maximum performance.
  • Place as high and clear of obstructions as possible.
  • Keep 2 feet away from metal features such as sprinklers, pipes, metal ceilings, reinforced concrete and metal partitions.
  • Keep away from large amounts of water such as fish tanks or water coolers.
  • Thick walls and a large distance between the wireless router and your computer can affect signal performance.

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