How to install the Xfinity router XB7 1 gigabit modem in 2023

[@day1tech]

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[@day1tech]

thank you

[@ale1ist]

Just order mine . Excellent video.

[@jojoloren]

The best explanation I’ve seen so far! You showed everything we need to know without the time wasting useless talk from many other vloggers. I like your comment that all password data automatically transfer over. Excellent job!

[@day1tech]

Glad it was helpful! thank you for the comment

[@Bess9779]

I'm 65. I REALLY appreciated your great explanation I could follow. What they didn't tell me is that the new rental price is $14 more a month. Geeze.....

[@day1tech]

Glad it was helpful! did you upgrade you speed also?

[@holyfreeholy2329]

They texted me - we are able to offer you faster speed at no extra cost would you like a bew box cost of free? I said yes now I’m like wait wait

[@whereisthedollar]

Just got this too. I wonder if this bait and swtch for more$$​@holyfreeholy2329

[@TunatheTitan]

Thank you for making a simple, to the point walk through. You have a very calm and collected presence and present rhat excellently. Cheers

[@day1tech]

Glad it was helpful! thank you for your nice compliment

[@bsobel3]

Thank you Daymon! This is the only video that I could find describing what the process is for REPLACING an Xfinity router. All the Xfinity videos assume you are starting from scratch with xfi or upgrading from an older model.

[@day1tech]

Glad it helped! thank you letting me know take care

[@billbixby4644]

Thanks for this! I’ve had mine sitting here for a week dreading hooking it up thinking I would have to do new passwords everywhere etc. whew!!

[@day1tech]

glad I could help I thought the same thing sat for a week before I did it

[@corystarnes9737]

Thank you for the detailed video I installed my new xb8 modem the way you explained no issues everything is working great

[@day1tech]

Glad it helped thanks for the comment

[@TransitAndTeslas]

The speeds from this is actually amazing simply because this supports WiFi 6! Coverage is wonderful too on this.

[@day1tech]

Yeah wi fi 6 was one of the reasons I upgraded

[@Romantical-]

Is it on wifi 6 automatically?

[@gummislayer1969]

@@Romantical- Welp, that's a (bigly?!?!?) yes, but not REALLY. Let me explain: first off, Microsoft & Intel haven't REALLY ratified the "standard". Win 10 will acknowledge that 160Mhz connection is present, but you basically will only be "utilizing" the 5 Ghz network (especially if you're on the 80Ghz band!!!). Conversely, Intel has released updated drivers for ax200/210 (essentially wifi 6/6e), but it appears that people with these cards won't REALLY see the jump that they are looking for...YET!!! Are wifi 6/6e networks less crowded? Yes. Will you see the killer bandwidth/speed like Asus/Netgear/Eero are touting? Not REALLY anything much more over what a 5Ghz network (right now) would provide. Bottom line: if I were to recommend a purchase for future proofing my investment - yes, by all means buy a wifi6 router (SPECIFICALLY, if you can swing it - buy a mesh network!!!) Or conversely: buy a 5Ghz mesh network (BTW, a 5Ghz mesh network will give WAAAAAY more coverage than a single wifi6 router...🤔🤔🤔) I hope I didn't ramble on too long. But, for further reading, this might help: www.increasebroadbandspeed.co.uk/realistic-speeds-wi-fi-5-and-wi-fi-6

[@johnodebode438]

Thank you for making this comprehensible, Sir!

[@day1tech]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stevendefinis6552]

You are really good at this. Thank you!

[@day1tech]

I appreciate that! hope it helped

[@phillyphreak4770]

Thanks bro. I have ADHD. AND HAD WIRES ALL OVER THE PLACE. FOLLOWING YOUR INSTRUCTIONS IT CAME RITE ON. THANK YOU BRO SALUTE

[@day1tech]

thanks for the comment I know the feeling that's why I do these videos

[@Lemonlime-v3w]

Thank you, Daymon! 👍 I learned a lot from your video. I’m going to do an upgrade, and now I know what to expect.

[@day1tech]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Iseenhimbefore]

Thanks for the help! Setting up nee service this weekend!

[@day1tech]

Glad to help! good luck

[@markdupre4854]

Thanks for taking the time to do this, I will be doing this tomorrow!

[@day1tech]

Good luck! hope it goes well. thanks for the comment

[@sheilablackburn9714]

Thank you for sharing, as I need to upgrade this week and I've been dreading it.😊

[@day1tech]

Yeah, I know the feeling that’s why I made a video. Hope everything went well.

[@joeyking2605]

Thank you so much for your video!! I spent over a hour just trying to talk to someone from Xfinity with no luck 15 minutes after your video I'm up and running.

[@day1tech]

Glad I was able to help and thanks for the comment 😊

[@freework24]

Sometimes your videos dont always relate to me but i always make sure to click on ur vids and drop a like cause your dedication is unreal and your videos are as quality as it gets. Keep it up my man, love seeing your videos in the city!

[@day1tech]

Nate thank you for your comment and support and I really appreciate the feedback. the weather is getting nicer so I will be able to do more shooting outside. do you have any suggestions on places you would like to see?

[@freework24]

@@day1tech have you ever visited the pogoda in reading? Not sure if its in a No fly zone but it’s worth bringing the cameras too!

[@day1tech]

Great suggestion I have never flown there it close to airport hopefully I can get clearance. I have taken pictures there before but not with a drone

[@ellwoodsmom]

Nice video! Love that you went through the steps. Ty I’ve been putting off changing them out for about a month lol

[@day1tech]

Glad I could help!

[@mayrarodriguez3142]

Found your video MUCH better than Xfinity's video. Didn't want to download an app and was looking for online instructions, BUT it seems that everything is now done by apps. Sigh... guess will have to download it and delete as soon as done. Once again, very good video!

[@day1tech]

Glad I was able to help you with that

[@bigpapamd1]

Gr8t video!! Got mines yesterday. Took me 2 setups but it is working flawless

[@day1tech]

Great to hear! glad it helped thanks for the comment

[@imthegrk]

Thanks Daymon. I’m installing my XB7 tomorrow. Ready for some Wi Fi 6 action.

[@day1tech]

Yw thanks for the comment enjoy the wi fi 6

[@heidigambill2719]

This was so helpful! Thank you Daymon.

[@day1tech]

Glad it was helpful! and thank you for the comment they inspire me

[@stilesmwhite6625]

Helpful video.. much appreciated!

[@day1tech]

Glad it was helpful!

[@robertmarshall6345]

It seems simple enough, but, for people who are not tech savvy, it's still a worry. Thanks for your help.

[@day1tech]

Thank you for the comment that’s what I try to do keep it very easy for people

[@PGHammer21A]

There is a telephony version of the XB7 (black in color); it was installed as an upgrade to our leased telephony modem. It can import settings from a gateway it replaces; that was, in fact, exactly how the technician installed it - I had no post-install cleanup (such as SSID changes, etc.) to do after he left.

[@day1tech]

Wow nice thanks for the information

[@AngeloR674]

Tech savy?.. you cant put a plug in the wall!.. lazy you are!!

[@davidcoleman680]

Followed your video and it worked great. Thanks, it's appreciated.

[@day1tech]

Glad it helped

[@tigareta1]

Thanks for the straight to the subject video !

[@day1tech]

you are welcome glad I could help

[@tedshirai6747]

Thankyou Daymon, appreciate your video

[@day1tech]

glad i was able to help thanks for the comment

[@joseinfante1547]

Such a great video!!! I just install mines watching your video. Thank you so much!!!

[@day1tech]

You’re welcome glad to hear and thanks for the comment. Enjoy your new speed

[@user-yk5lv8iw8x]

Thank you, Daymon !!!

[@day1tech]

your welcome

[@ursulaorganistko2332]

Thank you so much Daymon you safe my life

[@day1tech]

I am so happy I was able to help and thank you for you kind comment

[@SoNJFF]

Thanks. Hope my install goes as easy as your video

[@day1tech]

It should don’t panic

[@SoNJFF]

@@day1tech It went ok. The auto install fouled up, but support was there (by text) and it worked out. Took an hour, but all is well

[@IceAintNice]

You are a life...wifi? saver. Thank you!

[@day1tech]

Glad the video helped and thanks for leaving a comment

[@lynn8237]

Thank you for sharing, sir.

[@day1tech]

your welcome hoped it helped

[@WeTalkUAV]

thanks for sharing Daymon. You gained a sub! Loved the edit :D!!

[@day1tech]

Wow thanks looking forward to seeing you hit your 100k

[@jpcoleman3408]

Nicely done brotha!

[@day1tech]

Appreciate it!

[@cryptosavy9716]

Just got mine yesterday!

[@day1tech]

congratulations

[@rodneydangerfield7153]

Thank you, Day 1 Tech, for sharing your XB7 unboxing video!...Is there a significant difference between the XB6 and XB7?

[@day1tech]

speed and connectivity

[@chrishardy4222]

Great review - nice, calm and reassuring

[@day1tech]

Chris Hardy thank you for the feedback really appreciate it

[@kevinherlihy9471]

Xfinity is making me have a $50 mandatory installation for this. I got everything except the coaxial and Ethernet connection cables that you had. Wondering if I could just try this after watching the video….or just let the installation tech do their job

[@day1tech]

interesting

[@shanonkennedy5007]

I received all parts however I am upgrading from the old original modem and probably need to use the new coax cable. Not sure how to change those out?! Bcuz when I attempt to activate it doesn’t show a connection?

[@indianboy72]

Thanks that was great information.

[@day1tech]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Itsumicollectables]

Thanks man that was helpful.

[@day1tech]

Glad it helped

[@MichelleEckart]

Thank you!

[@day1tech]

You're welcome!

[@paulblake1061]

Thankyou for clear directions..:-)

[@day1tech]

My pleasure 😊 glad i could help

[@Kbarnrat]

Nice! Keep it simple...

[@day1tech]

Thanks, will do!

[@danielploy9143]

Liking the video… I’ve got the same model. I noticed it doesn’t have the WPS button. Do you know how I can locate it?

[@day1tech]

Thanks, so she'll be located in the back

[@danielploy9143]

@@day1tech coo thanks…

[@Saynt614]

Sigh so I just upgraded mine to one of these white X7 Modems. I have one from like 4 years ago that has been losing internet connection every now and then. I swapped them out and connected the coax cable to the X7 and the power and it keeps blinking green and the app won't find it. Tried for an hour... nothing. Unplugged the X7 and hooked back up my old modem and it connected just fine back to the Internet... not sure what I did wrong or if my new X7 modem is DOA. I scheduled for a tech to come out on Thursday.

[@day1tech]

that's strange please let me know what the tech finds i am curious to hear what the fix was

[@imperialdoggo5826]

It might be the signal. See if your ISP will install a repeater in your area.

[@rickhudson5612]

Great Video! I was wondering if I could keep my old password and network name! Thanks so much!

[@day1tech]

glad it helped the app makes it so easy

[@jmariah6222]

Did they provide you with the black cord because I don’t have that I just have the power cord and plugged that in

[@day1tech]

Yes the hdmi cord was in the box

[@kanekey4236]

Ok so I have a question how did u make the internet box color go white like the light on it because mines is orange and it doesn’t work

[@day1tech]

not sure what you mean?

[@kurtdobson]

Where does the coax cable go? To the curb?

[@day1tech]

not sure what you mean

[@kurtdobson]

@@day1tech is this a cable modem?

[@day1tech]

@@kurtdobson yes

[@CindyPoll-g5n]

Thank you!!

[@day1tech]

glad to help

[@marvinc3762]

Is your new modem getting kind of hot to the touch on its sides?

[@day1tech]

no more than normal

[@JerrlEvans]

I have my 2.4 and 5hz seperated. Does this setup carry the two networks over without any special effort. Good video.

[@day1tech]

it did for me they do suggest combing them though

[@calivalley9056]

Does it transfer info if you own your own equipment and are switching to this?

[@day1tech]

i am not sure i lease my equipment please let me know when you find out

[@calivalley9056]

@@day1tech Nope, it’s doesn’t transfer everything over. Not a big deal, just have to run around to all the devices and reconnect, took me about 45 minutes. It is crazy fast compared to my old equipment, I’m finally impressed by something that Comcast did, the world will most likely end tomorrow.

[@day1tech]

@@calivalley9056 thanks for the update glad to hear it is faster. Enjoy today live like there is no tomorrow 😊😎

[@carllitapena2290]

If are phone have the WiFi on can this box get connected to are phons phone calls come in from the modem.

[@day1tech]

the phone jacks are on the back and labeled

[@tom4mvp868]

I need your help! Can I use this device for wifi at home to get internet access without the needed cable installed here in the building?

[@day1tech]

you need a line in order to hook up

[@carllitapena2290]

Can the new WiFi box get connected to the old one. And can it get are call come in through there?

[@day1tech]

I am not sure that sounds like more of a tech support question

[@imperialdoggo5826]

No. The input connections are different. If you get a MoCA system maybe?

[@Ray-on9of]

Did you disconnect the old gateway prior to installing the new unit? Was curious if I had to leave the XB6 connected to obtain information for the XB7. Thanks. Great video!

[@day1tech]

leave the xb6 connected .. I made a mistake and disconnected it 1st

[@Ray-on9of]

Disconnect the XB6 prior to install. Verified by Comcast. Mine installed perfectly.

[@day1tech]

Awesome thanks for the update glad to hear

[@FrancesLaScala]

What happens if ita just a new modem never had old mode is th ed set up different

[@day1tech]

not sure but the app will walk you through it

[@ToniArcadia]

Love the XB7, had other premium routers and it’s just a mess at times. Simple, comes with unlimited data and security no brained to get the bundle

[@day1tech]

Almost to easy

[@travarioussmith1229]

Do you need the Ethernet cable to use wifi ?

[@day1tech]

No

[@donniemarion1309]

If I'm switching from a surfboard model to the XB7, will the XB7 transfer network name & password automatically? Or is that only going from XB6 to XB7?

[@day1tech]

it is actually done in the app

[@BearTheFlame]

Hey quick question do I need to use a coax cord? Cause i haven’t been able to find the jack for it yet

[@day1tech]

there is one in the kit if you need it

[@day1tech]

if you can not find the hookup you may need to contact the office

[@jasonjuarez5728]

Life saver

[@day1tech]

glad to help enjoy

[@joelparedesguardado1017]

Great video. One question though: how did you upgrade? Did you call or go online? I have the xb6 and I just barely realized I need to replace it for a better modem. They’re sending one out, will it be the xb7?

[@day1tech]

I upgraded online and picked up at store

[@KaeganThornhillTheCyberRaven]

You can either order the upgrade on their website or choose a Internet speed package that throw ones in.

[@richtofen.123rod5]

I need help, mine won’t set up at all after getting a brand new one too. It lights up and starts flashing like an orange light and refuses to set up

[@day1tech]

contact tech support or go to your nearest Xfinity store to exchange

[@richtofen.123rod5]

@@day1tech I did both of those

[@SpiralSoft]

It’s the coax outlet try a few different ones in your home

[@pumpedicey164]

ok so when i login with the xfinity ID it didn’t take me to the screen you were on where it said the modem was offline

[@day1tech]

it's the xfinity app with house and the lines inside

[@badboyjf19851]

the orange port thats 2.5 should i hook it up to my smart tv or game council? o no the other 3 ports are 1 gig

[@day1tech]

I do not know. you may want to contact tech support for that question

[@imperialdoggo5826]

You should probably hardwire your game console to that port.

[@johnmcdowell6068]

What about the Ethernet Cable provided? What is that for?

[@day1tech]

if you want to replace existing line

[@ToniArcadia]

If you want to hard wire to a device.

[@cloudstrife3435]

Which port for your main ethernet connection should I be using? One port is marked with a orange line. There are 4 of them.

[@imperialdoggo5826]

@@cloudstrife3435 the orange port is a 2.5Gb port, use that for heavy use devices.

[@lonrabaduex5297]

Can this be done without a cell phone?

[@day1tech]

No maybe thru customer service

[@karlzb8874]

What color is the light supposed to be when you first plug it in

[@karlzb8874]

I’ve heard it’s supposed to be white but every time I plug it in it’s orange

[@day1tech]

not sure maybe is it working?

[@narutohinataashgaara]

Did you figure it out? Mine still does not work

[@day1tech]

Nope you should call in

[@Jevarwallace]

Upon boot, it should be a blinking orange, then green then solid white light

[@spartymcfly705]

Tried searching for the gateway couldn’t find it 🤦‍♂️have everything plugged in correctly

[@day1tech]

Sounds like you may need to contact tech support

[@newhampshirejack1810]

Great job explaining, Daymon! I picked up my xb7 last night and will be doing this today! One question - if I can’t get the new xb7 to work, will I be able to reinstall my old router?

[@day1tech]

It should install worse case you7 may need to call in

[@xandrews89]

@@day1tech I had to. My XB6 worked fine but they said a tech needs to come out today at 4

[@jeanniescott7857]

Just tried hooking mine up and have issues w/the landline as it's not picking up.. a tech is coming out tomorrow SMH. It says "In Use No line" anyone else have this problem?

[@day1tech]

wow glad to hear they were able to get someone out to you

[@mrp0sitivity]

They most likely have a partner with our phone companies which why we use our phones to access the app

[@day1tech]

you can use tablet or Ipad

[@taviawilliams5367]

Is it the type to just plug it in or does somebody from xfinity actually need to come over your house and if you just plug it in can u send me the link to buy iy

[@day1tech]

I don’t have a link you can walk in and they sign you up and you do not need a technician to install if you already have lines and they are active

[@taviawilliams5367]

@@day1tech ok so I looked up xfinity and it says they don't have it in my area does that effect anything about this box

[@day1tech]

no you will need to wait for it to be available in your area

[@emavideo]

Yeah but which app. There are an abundance of xfinity apps? And where does it use the bar code you took a picture of???

[@day1tech]

use xfinity app with picture of house on it then go to internet tab then add

[@bankrollkaine]

How much does it cost to upgrade from an XB3 to an XB7 modem, because I haven't been to the Xfinity place in months just checking before I go there soon

[@day1tech]

depends on your current service level you can check online or reach out to them on twitter

[@KaeganThornhillTheCyberRaven]

Usually it's a Free Upgrade. But worse case sceneiro it might add an extra $10 a month to your bill, in the event it's not covered by your Internet speed package.

[@bankrollkaine]

@@KaeganThornhillTheCyberRaven yeah I got it for free without any cost and no monthly payment for now. XB3

[@davidwalton6308]

So it copies your network id and password from your old modem automatically?

[@day1tech]

yes it's in your account that is how you can access it in the app also really takes the guess work out of it

[@laveniadeberry3863]

What about the yellow cord 🤔

[@day1tech]

that is if you want to directly connect to a computer or game system

[@laveniadeberry3863]

@@day1tech ok thank you 🙏🏾

[@EmeraldGreen80]

But where does the Ethernet cable go?

[@day1tech]

It’s marked on the back

[@EmeraldGreen80]

@ Ty!

[@viralking9907]

How much does it cost

[@day1tech]

You will need to check with your local office

[@deans2beans356]

Mine says plug in Ethernet cable…. As part of the set up, but I see you didn’t need too? Mines also struggling to connect :( tech support later I guess! But thank you for the video, made me know I’m not doing something wrong besides the Ethernet cable I was so focused on thinking I put in wrong location

[@day1tech]

Thanks for the info! is it working for you now

[@oliverantipala7518]

thanks!!!

[@day1tech]

You're welcome! hope it helped

[@relic46]

Can I delete the app after installation?

[@day1tech]

yes

[@albert6307]

I cannot get my Samsung phone on wifi. is there a fix for this?

[@day1tech]

haven't heard of that i have a note 20 works great

[@Jdmoura23.]

Does any buddy know to fix Ethernet port from Comcast

[@day1tech]

i don't you may need a service tech

[@Jdmoura23.]

Ty for your help

[@day1tech]

@@Jdmoura23. my pleasure

[@srwilliams3844]

I need that joke my brother. 😂

[@day1tech]

ok

[@Normie-rt5ue]

Does your internet ever cut out?

[@day1tech]

no works even better now how long does yours cut out?

[@rbootc]

Thanks for this. I've been avoiding doing this. Looks like it's fairly easy to do.

[@day1tech]

You can do it! YW

[@bickboi2705]

It keeps saying it looks like I don’t have xfinity Wi-Fi and throws a link at my screen to buy some

[@day1tech]

Contact customer support

[@brooksfleming7643]

Is there a video that actually tells u the steps?

[@day1tech]

not that i know of

[@khaledmasadeh]

Can I purchase my own modem from Xfinity?

[@day1tech]

yes you can use your own modem

[@jewls7667]

It says cant find your gateway😭

[@day1tech]

check what network you are using

[@gageginther837]

Did u figure out how to fix it?

[@day1tech]

No you probably should call in

[@RVOnTheWayside]

LOL, NO JOKE TELLING? Boo, that was a teaser. 😂 That was an easy swap out. ❤️👍👏 Donovan & Jodi

[@day1tech]

Yup I was pleasantly surprised

[@flexicansouljuh]

mine wont let me connect to mine can anyone help?

[@day1tech]

contact support I use twitter to reach out to them

[@mauricecotman7306]

I hooked everything up it says no internet connection

[@day1tech]

check the connection on the devise you are using you may need to temporarily connect to another network to set up. works best if you have the old and new modem hooked up at the same time

[@daymaoe10]

I’m Daymon too. 😂

[@day1tech]

it's a great name

[@johnburgoyne2383]

What modem do you swap out

[@day1tech]

it was the xb6

[@ederg010]

It is really a power button the one on the back of the unit?? With this symbols ➡️⬅️

[@day1tech]

it is the reset