Overview and features
The Rogers Xfinity Gateway has an updated design and comes equipped with the latest WiFi technology.
Key features of the Rogers Xfinity Gateway include:
- Quick and easy WiFi setup
Just plug in your Gateway and follow the steps using the Rogers Xfinity App (formerly known as Ignite HomeConnect App). You'll be online in minutes.
- WiFi enhancements
Reach further and faster. The Gateway comes with the latest WiFi technology to ensure you stay connected.
- Smart Mesh WiFi
The Gateway automatically handles your WiFi settings for optimal performance on all devices in your home.
- DOCSIS 3.1 Compatible
The Rogers Xfinity Gateway is our first DOCSIS 3.1 gateway, paving the way for future speed and network capacity requirements.
Light sequence
The Rogers Xfinity Gateway has a single light on the top to indicate the modem status. The light will be a solid white colour when the modem is up and running. If the modem is reset, it will go through the following sequence of lights as it reboots:
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No light
Device off
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Amber (solid)
Booting up (first stage)
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Amber (flashing)
Downstream registration
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Green (flashing)
Upstream registration
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White (flashing)
Ready for WiFi setup
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White (solid)
Online with Internet access
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Amber / Green (alternating)
Firmware download
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Blue (flashing--up to 2 minutes)
WPS pairing mode
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Connections
Available connections on the Rogers Xfinity Gateway include two Ethernet ports for hardwired devices, and dual-band WiFi (2.4GHz and 5GHz). There are two telephone ports on the modem to support up to two home phone landlines. There are also factory reset and WPS buttons for resetting the modem and connecting devices via WPS.
Connections on the Rogers Xfinity Gateway include:
Coaxial in |
Yes |
Ethernet |
Yes, 2 ports |
WiFi |
Yes, wireless 802.11ac Wave 2 MU-MIMO (modes A, G, N, and AC) |
Dual Band |
Yes (2.4GHz, 5GHz) |
Antenna Configuration |
10 antennas (2 for 2.4GHz & 8 for 5GHz) |
External antenna |
No |
Phone ports |
2 |
Battery |
No |
USB |
No |
Reset button |
Yes (back) |
WPS button |
Yes (top) |