***Updated 5/4/2026*** Port forwarding lets devices outside your home network access specific devices or services inside your network. It tells your router where to send that traffic. It helps with gaming, remote access, security cameras, and hosting services. If not set up securely, it can expose y

***Updated 5/17/2026*** ​***Created by our ​​ Community Experts​​***​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​1) Directly connect to your modem via ethernet. ​ ​Restart your modem everytime you plug in a new device.​​It's a good time to replace your Ethernet cables; Cat6 preferred.​​If your speeds are good, concentrate on router/

***Updated 4/24/2026*** Ready to get started using your Comcast.net email? No problem. Our Xfinity Email website comes set up and ready for you to use. But if you prefer using an email program instead, these settings will have you up and running in no time! Please note: Using third-party email progr

***Updated 4/24/2026*** Find out how you can activate an Xfinity Gateway or an approved customer-owned (third-party) modem using the Xfinity app. Activation instructions using Xfinity app You can activate a device using the Xfinity app. Not on a smartphone? Scan this QR code with your mobile device

***5/27/2026*** Xfinity WiFi Gateways and Routers are all-in-one devices that deliver internet and voice connectivity, whole-home WiFi coverage, network security, control, and speed for the ultimate connected experience. General features of our latest devices, the Xfinity WiFi Gateway and Routers, i

***Updated 5/24/2026*** Sometimes it can be hard to remember your WiFi network name (aka SSID) and password, so we made it easy to see and change them from a few places. Before you begin, remember that: These instructions are specifically for rented Xfinity Gateways only.Xfinity Gateways broadcast t

​ ​ ​***Created by our ​​ Community Experts​​***​ ​ ​​ ​ ​ ​​ ​​You can find out more about Comcast's usage plans (data caps) here: ​​https://www.xfinity.com/support/internet/data-usage-plan/​ ​ ​​ ​ ​ ​​This guide is meant to help you understand some basics about data usage. ​ ​ ​​ ​ ​ ​​The Comcas

​ ​ ​​​ ​ For an overview of the xFi website (xfinity.com/myxFi) and the app for mobile devices, see our web and mobile app article. For tips on managing your home network, see personalizing your home network with xFi. Restarting an xFi Gateway If you are experiencing home WiFi connectivity issues,

With Xfinity Voice, it's easy to make international phone calls with your home phone to over 200 countries. Make an international phone call For international calls outside of the North American Numbering Plan (NANP): Dial 011.Enter the country code.Dial the number. Note: Dial 0 or 00 for help conne

***Updated 6/29/2026*** Each Xfinity X1 TV Box has visible, forward-facing lights that behave differently depending on the status of the device. Learn what these lights mean on various X1 TV Box models. Note: Only RNG150 and XG1 TV Boxes have LED displays. Other X1 TV Box models (Xi3, Xi4, XiD, and

What's the Xfinity Stream app? Turn any compatible device into a personal TV with Xfinity Stream — included at no additional charge with your Xfinity service. Xfinity TV customers can: Enjoy your full TV subscription in the home.Out of the home, stream more than 250 live channels including news and

***Updated 8/11/2026*** Want to know more about viewing 4K Ultra HD (UHD) and 4K UHD/HDR with your Xfinity TV subscription? Check out our helpful information below, including how to watch it and what you can watch. What is 4K UHD content? 4K UHD resolution is four times full HD, providing a clearer,

Download and Install the Xfinity Home App The Xfinity Home app is available for Apple (iPhone, iPad or iPod touch) and Android (phone or tablet) devices. What You'll Need Xfinity ID and passwordApple (iOS 11+) or Android (OS 6+) device Installing the App Access the App Store (Apple) or Google Play (

***Created by our Community*** GSM-1 Error Message: "Unable to retrieve DiscoveryConfiguration object, failed to retrieve scan configuration from AVSDB"Explanation: AVSDB is an external database that holds all information for autodiscovery to complete. Error means that the Cardio server coud not rea

***Created by our Community Experts*** If your Services are subject to a minimum term agreement, and you terminate all or any portion of the Services under the minimum term agreement before the end of the minimum term, you may be charged an early termination fee. Review your minimum term agreement f

***Updated 4/28/2026*** Choosing either POP or IMAP can affect how you access and manage your email. Note: To learn more about using third-party email clients (e.g., Outlook, Apple Mail, Thunderbird, etc.) to access your Comcast.net email address, please see Enable/Disable Third-Party Client Access

​***Created by our ​​ Community Experts​​***​ ***Updated 5/4/2026*** ​ If you think your computer is infected. The first thing to do is scan your computer completely with your Antivirus and Anti Spyware programs. Be sure to save the logs. They are valuable if further help is needed.​ ​ ​ ​ ​​Communi

With Xfinity Mobile's Phone Finder feature, you can locate a misplaced Xfinity Mobile phone in your home with just the sound of your voice. There is no setup or app installation required — all Xfinity Mobile phones are configured for Phone Finder to work out of the box. Voice commands to find your p

Starting Tuesday, April 27, 2021 and continuing through Monday, May 3, 2021, the biggest week in television history is back! Watch the best shows and movies from HBO Max, Showtime, Starz, Hulu, Epix, AMC+ and more! Xfinity customers can watch thousands of episodes and hundreds of movies on demand fr

Follow the troubleshooting tips below if you experience issues with your Xfinity Internet or WiFi connection. Using the Xfinity app from your mobile device, the Xfinity Assistant, or accessing xfinity.com from your computer provides the same troubleshooting a customer service agent does, but without