Chapter 3: Adding Devices To Your Home Wi-Fi Network - Arris SURFboard G54 DOCSIS 3.1 Wi-Fi User Manual

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Adding devices to your home Wi-Fi
network
Note: You can prefer to modify the default SSID details using the SBC app or from the
WEB GUI interface. However, we recommended you way to set up your SSID using the
SBC app. For more information about setting up your Wi-Fi network, refer to the
SURFboard Central Mobile App for Wi-Fi Cable Modems User Guide.
Note: The Wi-Fi Network Name (SSID) and the Wi-Fi Security Key (Network
Password) details are required to connect your client devices to your home network.
The default network name and network password are listed on your G54
Product label
Choose from one of the options listed here for setting up a Wi-Fi network connection on
your home network using the default SSID. Repeat for each additional device.
■ Windows Computer – You can connect using the Windows task bar or using the Windows
control panel. For more details, refer to your Windows OS documentation.
■ Android device
From any screen on your Android device:
1. Select
2. Select
3. Slide to turn on the Wi-Fi option.
Your device will automatically start searching and then display a list of available Wi‑Fi
networks.
4. Select your Wi-Fi network name (SSID) from the list.
5. If prompted, type your Wi-Fi Security Key (network password). Note that your network
password may be case-sensitive.
6. Select Connect. If your Wi-Fi network connection is successful, "Connected" message
displays below the selected Wi-Fi network name.
■ Apple computer (for example: A MacBook)
From any screen on your apple computer:
1. Click
2. Select the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) for your home network from the list.
3. If prompted, enter your network password in the Password field.
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to open the
Settings screen.
to open the Wi-Fi settings screen.
(Wi-Fi icon) to display a list of available Wi-Fi networks.
Note: Select Remember this network if you want your Mac device to
automatically connect to your home network when you log on. Ensure your
device must be within range of your Wi-Fi network to connect to it.
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