Connecting Linksys Router To Comcast Cable Modem

The Comcast modem allows you to connect only one device to the internet when connected directly. With the help of a router, you can connect up to four devices via an Ethernet connection. You can also connect more devices wirelessly using a Linksys router. If you have just got your Linksys router, carry out the steps that are given below for connecting Linksys router to Comcast cable modem.

Plug an Ethernet cable to the Comcast modem.

Now, plug in the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Internet or WAN port of the Linksys router.

Now, take another Ethernet cable and use it to connect the router and your computer for connecting Linksys router to Comcast cable modem.

Press the Windows and R buttons together to launch the Run dialog box.

Type cmd in the search section and click on the OK button.

Now, type ipconfig in the Command Prompt window and hit the Enter key.

Locate the IP address of the router in the Default Gateway section.

Launch a browser on your computer and enter the IP address of the Linksys router in the address bar.

The default username of the Linksys router is admin and the password is also admin.

Enter the login credentials correctly and click on the OK button for connecting Linksys router to Comcast cable modem.

When you are on the Linksys router’s setup page, click on the drop-down arrow next to the Internet Connection type. Then, choose the Automatic Configuration option --- DHCP option --- from the displayed list.

Select the Enable option by clicking on the radio button in the DHCP server section.

You can configure other router settings if required.

If you want to change the default login or network credentials, change it by following the on-screen instruction.

Once you have made all the changes for connecting Linksys router to Comcast cable modem, click on the Save Settings button to finish the Linksys router setup.