E Figure 3. Plug the Ethernet cable that comes in through the wall of your house from the outside into the proper port indicated by the picture of the POE we provided you. It will look like a large phone cable plug. Locate the short Ethernet cable we provided you and plug one end into the proper port indicated by the same photo. Plug the other end of the short cable into your PC Ethernet port If using the connection on a single desktop type of PC.
See step 5 for further clarification. Plug short Ethernet cord LAN cable into the wireless router as shown below. Also, plug the router power cable in. The power cable is a small power block with a 2-prong household plug on one end and a round straight connector on the other.
Now that you have all your cables ran, and your router powered up. You should now plug the power cable that came with the POE device. This will power up the outside equipment and your router will make a connection to the Internet. After a minute or two of booting up and synchronizing observe the lights found on the top right side of the wireless router. If they are then you are ready to connect your laptop via Wi FI.
The outside technician would have configured your wireless router for you before giving it to you. They configure and test it with the outside equipment during the outside installation portion of their visit. The tech has written that info on the two lines right below this sentence.
It is highly advised to keep this information on file for future use. You are now ready to connect by scanning for available Wi-Fi networks. Plug the phone line into the DSL port. Then plug the power into the barrel jack, usually labeled power. Once the lights come on it can take up to 5 min for the modem to fully connect and be ready to get online. Look at the bottom of the modem the foot of the modem.
Then enter the Wi-Fi Key password which is also found on the same tag. Set up your Wi-Fi connection To set up your CenturyLink Wi-Fi connection, locate the network name and password on the back of your modem.
Use this info to connect to the wireless network. Once connected, open your web browser and visit go. Repeat for each computer that will use a Wi-Fi connection. Heads up! Pro installation vs. Pro install. No technical experience necessary Service tech that can handle any issues that arise on the spot. Extra fees Required appointment window. No extra fees No need to wait for an appointment—install whenever you like. Pro install CenturyLink internet.
Pro installation breakdown. Heads up: CenturyLink often runs promotions that offer discounts on installation and equipment. Equipment: renting vs. Guaranteed to work Comes with easy technical support. May charge monthly fees Often lacks advanced features, such as long-range wireless. Renting CenturyLink provides a modem and router to each new customer to help you get online easily. Buying You can also choose to use your own equipment, whether you already have a modem lying around or want to purchase something new.
Our verdict For most people, we recommend sticking with the equipment provided by your ISP. Enjoy your CenturyLink service Whether you choose to self-install or let the pros handle it, the setup process for CenturyLink internet is about as simple as it gets. Enter your zip to see internet packages available in your area. Best Firewall Routers.
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You do not have to download antivirus software to complete the setup process; you can opt out, or do it anytime after you've activated your service. The next screen gives some instructions on how to get CenturyLink-provided software in the future using the installer. You may want to note these instructions or bookmark this help article for future reference. Finally, you will be invited to go to My CenturyLink online create a username and password for your My CenturyLink account.
This login will allow you to manage your account online in the future through either the app or website. If you select "Yes," you will be shown the registration URL and reminded of your account number and billing zip code. You will need both of these to create your account. You can now click "Done" to complete the QuickConnect installation process. Click on the correct section below for your model of modem to view a guide to the status lights.
This model has a single status light ring on the front, which will change color as it goes through the initial installation process. Once the power cord is plugged into the back of the modem, the bootup sequence will begin. Below are the status light behaviors you'll see when the modem is booting up. For full instructions on how to read the single status light on the C modem, visit our detailed guide.
If you have any other model, including Actiontec, Technicolor, Zyxel and others, follow the guide below. Your modem may look different from the one pictured, but the lights will function in the same way.
Look at the row of status lights on the back of your modem. You're finished! If your internet light is green, you are connected to the internet. Now you can get online! You need to finish your setup. Usually this means you still need to accept the user agreement. Have questions about the other lights on your modem?
Visit our detailed guide on how to read the lights on your modem to troubleshoot your internet connection. Setting up new service? Please note that a phone jack is required to set up CenturyLink internet service in your home.
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