​ ​***Updated 9/2/2026*** ​***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. ​

***Updated 8/12/2026*** What's the difference between an X1 Purchase PIN and Locks PIN? This article provides a better understanding of how parental controls work, including the difference between a Locks PIN and a Purchase PIN for the Xfinity X1. Parental controls Parental controls allow you to lim

***Updated 6/29/2026*** Comcast is committed to creating the sustainable devices of tomorrow. In 2013, we joined with other leading, multichannel video programming distributors to launch a historic TV Box energy conservation agreement. As part of our commitment to sustainability, we provide regular

***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

***Updated 9/2/2026 Learn how to add a camera to your Xfinity Home Security, Xfinity Smart Home, or Shield Select from Xfinity Home service using the Xfinity app or Xfinity Home app. Shield Select replaces Smart Home for new sales, but existing Smart Home customers can keep their current service and

​***Created by our ​​ Community Experts​​***​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​If you are experiencing any problems with your Comcast internet connection, the suggestions below may provide some assistance with identifying and potentially resolving the issue. If you are still experiencing any connection issues after followi

***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

***Updated 8/6/2026*** Introducing the Xfinity Voice Remote — only from Xfinity The Xfinity Voice Remote (models XR11, XR15, XR16, XR100, XRA and the Xfinity Web Remote) lets you find what you want faster by using voice commands to change channels, search for shows, get recommendations, and more. If

***Updated 9/3/2026** 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 channe

***Updated 5/5/2026*** Typically, two pieces of equipment are required to connect to the internet and the WiFi network in your home: A modem connects your home to an Internet Service Provider's (e.g., Comcast's) network.A router connects your wired and wireless devices to your modem. The Xfinity Wir

***Updated 8/30/2026*** Depending on your Xfinity Voice plan, you can access to up to 11 of the most popular calling features: Three-way calling*Anonymous call rejection*Advanced call forwarding*Call forwarding*Call forwarding selective*Call return*Call screening*Call waitingCaller IDCaller ID block

***Updated 5/5/2026*** Xfinity Advanced Security gives you a smarter and more personalized way to protect your network. It helps keep your connected devices, like computers, phones, cameras, and smart thermostats, safe. Advanced Security comes at no extra cost when you have Xfinity Internet and rent

***Updated 8/30/2026*** Question​ ​ ​ ​How do I forward my email message to a text message on my XFINITY Mobile phone?​ ​ ​ ​Answer​ ​***Created by our Community***​ ​ ​ ​There are two ways to text an email to Xfinity phones besides plain old phone number texting.​ ​ ​ ​using: "[phone number]@​​vtex

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

***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,

***Updated 8/17/2026*** Learn how to change the batteries in your Xfinity Home devices. When some devices' batteries start to expire, a low-battery alert shows on: The Xfinity Home app and your touchscreen if you subscribe to Xfinity Home Security.The Xfinity app if you have Xfinity Home Smart Home.

***Updated 8/11/2026*** With an X1 Wireless TV Box (XiOne, Xi5, and Xi6), you can watch live TV through your in-home Xfinity network without a coaxial cable connection. X1 Wireless TV Boxes also have the same functionality as other non-DVR X1 devices. For more information on Xumo Stream Box from Xfi

***Updated 8/6/2026*** The Xfinity Stream app is available on most Roku devices. For supported versions, see Xfinity Stream app minimum system requirements. Note: You can’t use the Xfinity Stream app on Roku prior to installation of your Xfinity Internet and Xfinity TV services. Requirements Devices

***Updated 8/13/2026*** In this article, you can learn how to turn CC on or off on X1. Turn CC on or off using the Xfinity Voice Remote CC can now be turned on or off using the Xfinity Voice Remote. Press and hold the microphone (Mic) button, and say "closed captions on" or "closed captions off." Ac

***Updated 5/4/2026*** ​ Question​ ​ ​ ​How do I log into my Xfinity modem so I can manage my home network?​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​​Answer​ ​ ​ ​***Created by our​​ ​​Community Users***​ ​ ​​ ​​With a computer, phone, or tablet that’s connected to your network, open a web browser and go to the Admin Tool at ​​