How to Restart Xfinity Modem?

You can resolve a lot of technical problems simply by restarting your Xfinity router. This can help you fix bugs and other related issues. Before you restart your router, you must also apply other troubleshooting solutions to fix your problem such as using the Xfinity app and using the Xfinity assistant.

In this post, we have mentioned the process to restart the Xfinity router using the manual process and Xfinity app. Before starting the restart process, let us first get to know why does one need to restart the router.

Why Does One Restart Xfinity Router?

One may have to restart the router for various reasons. Technical issues like internet not working, website not loading, bugs, etc may force a person to restart the router to reinstate its normal functioning.

Process to Restart Xfinity Router Manually

You can either restart the Xfinity router using the app or do it manually. Below, we have discussed the steps to restart the Xfinity router manually.

Step 1: Disconnect the power wire.

Step 2: Wait for a minute.

Step 3: After that, reconnect the power wire.

How to Restart Xfinity Modem With App?

To restart Xfinity router with app, below are the steps that you need to carry out.

Step 1: Search for the Wi-Fi icon.

Step 2: Select the option of Troubleshoot.

Step 3: After that, you need to select the option of Restart Your Gateway.

This process will take around 12 minutes to complete.

How to Troubleshoot the Internet to Restart Your Router?

Another way to fix internet-related issues and restart your router is to open the Xfinity website.

Step 1: Open your account and then go to the Devices page. For this, you need to sign in using your Xfinity ID and password.

Step 2: Navigate to the section of devices and then select the option that is recommended to you.

Step 3: After that, the restart option will open up before you.

What Happens When You Restart Your Xfinity Gateway?

The restart process takes around 12 minutes to complete. In this process, you are not allowed to use your home network. In case you are using Xfinity voice, then you won't be able to make or receive calls. Even if you wish to make emergency calls, you won't be able to do that. Moreover, you can't access the cameras and home automation devices during the restart process.

Conclusion

So, these are the steps that you need to follow in order to restart your Xfinity router. You can either restart the router by using the Xfinity app. Alternatively, you can restart the router by opening the main website of Xfinity. Another way to restart the router is to press the reset button manually.