How to Use Your Own Router with Xfinity (2024)

FAQs

Can I use my own router with Xfinity home? ›

We understand, however, that there may be times when you may want to use your own router. To do this on our network, you'll have to enable the Bridge Mode feature on your wireless gateway, which turns off its routing capabilities while leaving the modem capabilities on. Then, you may connect and use your own router.

You might be thinking you should have used an Xfinity router, but you should be able to use your own router with Xfinity without any issues. Once the internet connection is set up, make sure it's activated by going to the Xfinity website. You'll see a series of steps you can follow to ensure everything is connected.

Plug the Ethernet cable into the yellow port on the back of the WNR1000 router. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into the internet modem or router. Plug the power supply cord into the round socket all the way to the right on the back of the router.

Unlike cable modems, you don't need a specific router for Xfinity's cable internet. But if you have Xfinity's Gigabit Extra (or just Gigabit, depending on where you live) plan, you need a router with a 2.5Gbps WAN port or one that supports link aggregation for a 2Gbps connection to the modem.

Bridge mode is a setting within a router that turns off the router's Wi-Fi broadcast, turning it into a bridge between the network and another Wi-Fi router.

The up-front cost of purchasing a modem or router can be higher than renting one, but you will save money over time by owning your equipment. Modem prices depend on the brand and type. You'll pay more upfront to buy a modem, but you'll likely save money in the long run.

If you have a single cable outlet in your room and you want to connect more than one piece of equipment (like a TV Box and an internet modem), you would use a standard cable splitter in this scenario. These are often referred to as two-way splitters, but remember: There are different types of splitters.

Comcast offers a variety of options to self-install your services. Each Getting Started kit comes with everything you need to quickly and easily set up your devices and activate your services. Read on to learn more about the Xfinity Internet Getting Started kit.

Is the Xfinity Gateway a modem or router? ›

If you want to connect more than one device to the Internet, you need a router. When you lease an Xfinity Wireless Gateway, the router is built into it. The Wireless Gateway acts as a modem (connection to the Internet) and a router (connecting multiple devices within the home).

FAQs. Can I bring my own equipment to Comcast? You can purchase your own retail modem for use with your Xfinity Internet and/or Voice service, as long as the equipment is certified to work on our network.

Comcast/Xfinity residential packages currently support only one modem and Gateway router at a time, so it is not possible to order a second one from them to add to your home network setup. See this support thread where a Comcast technical support employee confirms this.

A leased Xfinity Gateway. Your wireless gateway combines the technology of a modem and router neatly in one piece of equipment, so you can enjoy in-home WiFi that's fast and reliable. You will not need to use a separate router to get WiFi in your home.

You don't need to have Xfinity provide your internet or cable to use their smart security system.

Overall, you should consider purchasing a separate modem and router if: You want more control over your firmware and other cybersecurity settings. You're concerned with optimizing your Internet speeds and connectivity. You want more flexibility in where you place your router to get better performance.

Your old router should still work unless it's faulty. However, newer routers can be more efficient in supporting higher speeds, for example, full fibre speeds. If you're moving to a faster speed, you may be sent new equipment by your provider if you need it.