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Change network name and password using the Minim App

Caleb M.
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Your MG8702 cable modem router includes dual-band WiFi that supports the 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi bands. By default, the MG8702 is configured to support band-steering. Band-steering automatically connects your devices to the most appropriate of two WiFi bands. The band selected depends on the capabilities of your devices, on cable modem and device location, and other factors.
 
NOTE: Any devices that had connected using the previous Network Name and Password will have to be configured with the new Network Name and Password.
 
We recommend setting the WiFi SSIDs to be same as what you had previously configured on your last router. This will help with bringing all your connected devices (ie smartphones, tablets, laptops, gaming consoles, ETC) online without needing to updating the WiFi settings on each device individually.

Minim App

To change the network name and password on the Minim App, launch the app on your smartphone or tablet. You should be automatically logged in if you have used the Minim App prior.

Updating the current SSID and/or password

  1. With the Minim App launched, you will be directed to the Network screen. Scroll down to the WiFi Networks heading.
  2. Tap on the arrow to the right of the network (or SSID) you would like to update.
  3. Your screen will display the currently set SSID and password. You may tap into either field to provide an update to the currently set network settings.
  4. Tap the Save button when finished to apply the updates to your MG8702. Allow a minute or so for the new network name and password to take effect.

Add a new network

  1. With the Minim App launched, you will be directed to the Network screen. Scroll down to the WiFi Networks heading.
  2. Tap on the Add network link to the right of the WiFi Networks heading.
  3. Type in your preferred SSID and password into the corresponding fields.
  4. Scroll down to the bottom of the screen and tap the Save button.
  5. To choose whether this new network is broadcasted on 2.4GHz or 5GHz, tap on the three dots in the upper right-hand corner of the screen.
  6. Under the Bands section, you should see 2.4GHz and 5GHz toggled on. Untoggle either band to ensure the network is only broadcasted on the selected band. 
  7. Tap the arrow in the upper left-hand corner to return to the information for this network.

Delete a network

  1. With the Minim App launched, you will be directed to the Network screen. Scroll down to the WiFi Networks heading.
  2. Tap on the arrow to the right of the network (or SSID) you would like to delete.
  3. Your screen will display the currently set SSID and password. Tap on the three dots in the upper right-hand corner of the screen.
  4. At the bottom of the screen, you should see a dark pink button with the text, Delete network. Tap this button.
  5. A pop-up will appear to confirm you would like to permanently delete the network. Tap the Yes button to continue. You will be returned to the main Network screen. Allow a minute or so for the network name to no longer be available.

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