Virgin media router is famous networking device, which you can easily connect with the modem or ISP. We will provide steps how to do it with the help of Virgin Media router login interface through computer and phone.
We will also give tips and solutions to help you to dispel any technical problem if you face any in the setup process.
Virgin Media Router Setup
Connect Router to Modem
The first step you have to take is connecting the router to the modem with the help of the Ethernet cable.
- Find the modem LAN port.
- Find the router WAN port.
- Use the Ethernet cable to connect.
- Turn on the router by connecting the Power cord to the wall socket.
Access Interface to Configure (Computer)
You can log in to the interface through your computer as well as with your phone. We will show you how to do it.
- You have to link your computer with the Virgin Media router network through LAN cable.
- Then, use the updated web browser to search the interface login IP 192.168.0.1.
- The above given URL or IP will take you to the login page, where you have to enter admin credentials.
- The admin username and password are given on the label and in the user manual of extender device.
- By clicking on the Log In you will get to the interface page, where you can setup the device easily.
Access Interface to Configure (Phone)
- Connect the phone to the extender network via SSID username and password.
- Choose Play store if you have Smartphone or select App Store if you have iPhone.
- Then search the Virgin Media app and download it in your phone.
- Tap on the app and reach to the login page of the interface.
- Here, just enter the admin username and password.
- Access the interface by taping on the Log In button.
If you face any problems like Virgin Media WiFi not working or interface not responding, then apply some of the troubleshooting tips and solution given down here.
Tips to Fix Technical Problems
1. Dispel Network Blockage
Internet signals can be interrupted by electronic devices like microwave ovens. So, you must check that there are no electronic devices near to the repeater or router or modem. Replace the extender or router or modem to another location, if you see any interruption.
2. Don’t Use Damaged Cables
Ethernet cable is use to connect the router to the modem or extender. Make sure that you are using a good condition cable that is not damaged or cut from anywhere. Also, make sure that the power cord is in good condition as well.
3. Make Sure You Linked Correct Ports
Modem and router are connected to each other with the help of Ethernet cable. You must be sure that the router WAN port and modem LAN port linked by cable, if not then connect them accordingly.
4. Reboot Virgin Media Device
To reboot, the device you can use two methods which are given down here.
- Find the power button and press it twice. Pressing the button once will turn off the device and hitting it twice will reboot it.
- The second way to restart is unplugging the repeater from the socket and plugging it again in the socket.
5. Reset Virgin WiFi Router
Sometime rebooting the extender also failed to deliver the solution. In this type of situation, you can reset the extender. To reset, just find the RESET button and long press it. After resetting device, you must reconfigure the device by accessing the Virgin Media hub login interface using your computer or laptop.
End Words
Here, we have given a short and quick review of Virgin media router setup. You have learned how to connect and configure router via computer and phone. At the end of the article, we have provided simple tips and solutions to dispel any technical problems related to the router.