If you’re subscribing to Spectrum Internet® services, you have the option of choosing to self-install your Spectrum Internet. The provider charges $30 one-time charge for standard self-installation and service activation for this. To do it correctly, we’re sharing all the steps for self-installing your Spectrum Internet successfully. So, let’s check it out below:

Steps for Spectrum Internet Self-Installation

Let’s see how you can self-install your Spectrum Internet and set up the network:

1- Opening the Installation Kit

The first thing is to explore the installation kit that Spectrum provides you with when you choose self-installation. Here’s what you’ll get in the kit:

  • A modem
  • A Wi-Fi router
  • 2 coaxial cables
  • An Ethernet cable,
  • A coax splitter
  • Installation instructions

Make sure these items are available in the kit. If not, reach out to Spectrum customer services for help.

2- Installing the Spectrum Modem

The first step is to install your Spectrum modem. Here’s how you can do it:

  • Use the coax cable to connect your modem.
    • Attach one end to the modem and the other one to the coax cable outlet.
  • Next, attach the power cable.
    • Attach its power end to the modem in its power port and the adapter to the power outlet.
  • Turn on the power for the modem and let the online light become solid.

Once the power is on, it indicates that your Spectrum modem is online.

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3- Installing the Spectrum WiFi Router

Once you have your Spectrum modem online, you can only connect to it using an Ethernet cable. However, for wireless connectivity, you need to install a WiFi router. Let’s check out how to install your Spectrum WiFi router with the modem:

  • Use an Ethernet cable to connect your WiFi router to the modem.
    • Attach one end of the Ethernet cable to the LAN port on the router, and the other to the LAN port of the modem.
  • Plug in the power cord to the WiFi router.
    • Plug the power cable into the power port of the router and the adapter into the power outlet, similar to the modem.
  • Turn on the power for the router, and let the online light on the router become solid after some time. Reboot the router by pressing the on/off button if it doesn’t.

Once the light stabilizes and your router is online, you can connect your devices wirelessly to it.

4- Connecting Your Devices

With your WiFi router online, you can now start by connecting your devices to it wirelessly. For this:

  • Use the label given on the WiFi router’s side or back to identify its SSID (network name) and password
  • Connect your devices to the network using the credentials given on the label.

Your internet won’t run on your connected devices since you still need to activate your Spectrum Internet services online.

Learn More: How to Log in to Your Spectrum Router?

5- Activating Spectrum Internet Services

For activating your Spectrum Internet services:

  • Use your connected device to open a web browser.
  • In the search bar, type in the IP address given on the label of your Spectrum modem or router.
  • Use the admin credentials to log into the admin dashboard.
  • Once you’re logged in, follow the instructions to activate the services.

Alternatively, you can also head to Spectrum.net or download the My Spectrum App, which will provide instructions on activating your internet service. You can even run a speed test to check out how fast Spectrum Internet is.

Wrapping Up

Well, there you have it! Following the guide above, you can easily self-install your Spectrum Internet. However, ensure that you follow these steps correctly to avoid any trouble during the installation. If you’re not confident in self-installation, you can choose to hire a technician from Spectrum to install it for you for only $65.

FAQs

Is self-installation better than professional installation?

If you’re not tech savvy, then no, self-installation is never the better option and will cost you more in the end.

How much is a Spectrum professional installation?

Spectrum charges $65 for its professional installation. However, if you fail a self-installation, you’ll be paying $30 for a self-install and $65 for a professional installation.

How much is a Spectrum WiFi router?

Spectrum adds a WiFi 7 router for free in its gigabit plans. With other plans, you can get it for an additional $10/mo.

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