How To Set Up RCN Internet Using A Self-Installation Kit?

RCN has a reputation to offer high-speed internet services to subscribers. By subscribing to their services, you can enjoy super-fast download speeds. To get the best experience, you should use an RCN compatible modem.

If you are here looking for the steps to set up RCN internet using the self-installation kit, we can help you with it. In this post, we have covered everything you need to know about setting up RCN internet. 

What’s included in the kit?

Before moving onto any further details, let us first take a look at the self-installation kit and the things that are included in it.

Here is the list of things that comes with the installation package:

  1. MoCA filter
  2. Coaxial cable
  3. Cable modem
  4. Power cord
  5. Ethernet cable
  6. RF barrel connector

Note: A MoCA filter is included in the kit. It is very important for your network. Therefore, you need to install it.

Steps To Set Up RCN Internet

In this section, we will tell you how to set up RCN internet using the self-installation kit. For those who are doing it for the first time, refer to the guide below.

  1. Connecting Your Modem

The first thing you need to do is connect the MoCA filter to the given cable outlet and either end of the coax cable. The other end of the coax cable needs to be hooked to the modem.

Now plug the power cord into a power outlet. Then connect the other end to the modem. It should take about 30 seconds for the modem to power up.

  1. Activating Your RCN Modem

Once you connect your modem, call 800.746.4726 and follow all the instructions.

Now unplug your modem and turn off your PC and wait for another 30 seconds. After that plugin your modem and turn on your PC. This is to ensure optimum modem service.

Note: In case, you don’t perform the set-up within 5 days of your receipt for the self-installation kit, billing will begin for the newly issued equipment.

Wireless Set-up

The RCN modem comes with wireless capabilities as well. To use it with any of your devices such as a computer, laptop, tablet, or mobile phone, you need to follow these steps:

Collect the mentioned information from your modem. You can find it at the bottom of the device.

Network Name (SSID)

This is the name of the available wireless network(s). You are advised to use the information mentioned after 5.0GHz on the label. However, you can connect to either one.

Pre-shared Key

This is the password you need to use:

  1. Go to wireless settings on your PC and click on the wireless network with the same SSID that is labeled on your modem.
  2. You will be asked to enter the Pre-shared key. Enter it and you should be done.

Setting up RCN internet is easy if you follow all the steps correctly. By subscribing to RCN internet services, you can enjoy high-speed internet at all times.

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