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GCI AK-Fi Home Quick Setup Manual

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SELF-INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before you begin, make sure you have the following:
a.
e.
Fiber modem
Ethernet cable
b.
f.
AK-Fi pod
WiFi-enabled device
c.
g.
Power cord
MyGCI credentials
d.
Fiber cable
a.
b.
c.
d.
1
Connect one end of
d
to a, and the other to a fiber outlet.
2
Connect
c
to a, then plug into an electrical outlet.
3
Connect one end of
e
to a, and the other to the port on
b
with the
icon.
4
Plug the AK-Fi pod (b) into an electrical outlet.
e.
a.
c.
d.
5
Give us a quick call or chat to activate your service.
New customers who received their modem in-store can skip this step.
6
Download and install the GCI AK-Fi Home
WiFi app on your mobile device.
7
Use your MyGCI credentials to log in.
OPTIMIZE YOUR WIFI PERFORMANCE
Here are a few tips to get the best WiFi signal:
Place modem in a central location close to where you
connect to WiFi the most
(phone/tablet)
Keep WiFi modem visible and avoid placing inside or
behind cabinets or furniture
Maintain space around modem from appliances,
electronics and metal, concrete, or glass
Position modem upright and elevated on a shelf or table
Over the 24 hours after installation, your WiFi network will
e.
f.
assess your connections and make adjustments to maximize
your in-home WiFi coverage and internet performance, and
will continue to automatically optimize over time.
NEED FURTHER ASSISTANCE?
If parts of your home seem to be lacking in performance
or WiFi coverage, please let us know! We have new and
advanced troubleshooting capabilities that can diagnose
your issue. In some cases, we may determine a WiFi signal
extender is needed and offer that to you to supplement your
home WiFi coverage and improve speeds. Please give us
a call at 800.800.4800 if AK-Fi Home is not meeting your
b.
performance expectations.
VISIT GCI.COM/AKFISUPPORT
FOR A VIDEO TUTORIAL &
MORE HELPFUL RESOURCES
CALL 800.800.4800
Terms and conditions: By using GCI internet, you agree to
the terms of service located on our website, which include an
agreement to arbitrate. To review the terms for your GCI service,
please refer to the following:
www.gci.com/terms/internet.
Please call GCI Customer Service at 800.800.4800 if you would
like to receive a printed copy of the terms and conditions.
OR
Quick Setup Guide
for Fiber Modems

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Summary of Contents for GCI AK-Fi Home

  • Page 1 Plug the AK-Fi pod (b) into an electrical outlet. home WiFi coverage and improve speeds. Please give us a call at 800.800.4800 if AK-Fi Home is not meeting your performance expectations. VISIT GCI.COM/AKFISUPPORT FOR A VIDEO TUTORIAL &...
  • Page 2 QUICK-START ACTIONS Assess network quality, view or change network name, and add or remove pods VIEW/CHANGE YOUR WIFI NETWORK NAME (SSID) Adapt From the Home screen, tap Tap “Adapt”. Create, change, and share passwords Tap Edit beside your default WiFi name. Access Enter your new WiFi name, then tap Done.