Chapter 2: Set up your SURFboard mAX home network
Name your home network and set a password
1. Name your home network and choose a password. You will be able to connect and
manage all Wi-Fi enabled and wired devices on this new home network. Tap
NEXT
.
Note:
A shortcut - If you previously had a home Wi-Fi network, you can use the
network name (SSID) and password from your old network as the network name
(SSID) and password for your new network. That way, any devices previously
connected to the old network will automatically connect to the new SURFboard
mAX home Wi-Fi network. This only works if you remove or disable your old
router.
Note:
If you wish to have your wired devices connect to the new mAX network
(recommended), be sure to disconnect the wired devices from your old gateway
or router and reconnect them into the Ethernet port on the underside of your
mAX router. If you have more than one device, you can plug a multi-port switch
(not included) into this port to support multiple devices.
2. The mAX router will create your new SURFboard mAX home Wi-Fi network and register
your device under your SURFboard account. You may receive a prompt from your mobile
device to confirm connecting to the SSID you created. If you receive this prompt, confirm
joining the network.
3. Once complete, the
CONGRATULATIONS
screen is displayed in your mobile app. Tap
CONTINUE
.
Your mAX router setup is complete. This app provides your interface to managing your mAX
router. Tap
GET STARTED
to see a quick tutorial on how to navigate the app when managing
your mAX router.
Note:
If you want to set up your mAX satellite at this time, choose
INSTALL NOW
on the next screen. If you choose the option to
INSTALL LATER
, refer to
(page 22) when you are ready to install the satellite.
Add devices to home network
Ensure Wi-Fi is enabled for the device you wish to connect to your SURFboard mAX Wi-Fi
home network. Repeat these steps for each device.
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