Virgin router connects to the ISP server socket or the modem with the help of Ethernet cable, but also you can face technical issues. So, here you will get to know about how to connect the Virgin Media router to the home network with the help of interface or Virgin Media Connect app. We will also provide troubleshooting tips and solutions which you can use to dispel the technical issues.
How to Connect Virgin Router to Home Network?
You have to connect router to the modem with the help of the Ethernet cable, which should be in good condition;
- Connect the cable to the modem’s LAN port.
- Connect the other end of the cable to the router WAN port.
- Power on the router and modem by connecting their power cord to the wall socket.
The connection is not completed yet, you have to access the router interface to configure and complete the setup.
How to Log in to Virgin Media Router Interface?
- Connect the computer or laptop to the device network using SSID details or LAN cable.
- Go to a web browser, enter the login IP address 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1 and search.
- You will get to the Virgin Media interface login window, here; you have to enter the username and password.
- Configure all the settings correctly and complete the setup. Now, you can easily connect your internet devices to the router.
After settings up your router and connecting it to the home network, you should apply simple troubleshooting tips and solutions. Because you can face troubles like Virgin Media Connected without Internet or router not working issues;
Troubleshooting Tips and Solutions
Reboot Virgin Router System
The rebooting process shut down all the system and turn it on again, this will refresh the networking device settings and networks. Let’s have a look how to reboot using two different methods;
- You have to find power button and press it twice to shut it down and turn it up (rebooting).
- The other method to restart the device is disconnect the power cord and connect it again in to the electric wall socket.
Checkout Hardware
Router unit connects with the home modem or ISP server socket with the help of Ethernet cable. So the cable must be in good condition. If the modem can’t send the internet signal to the router unit, then you should change the cable straight.
Change Location
Optimal location for the networking devices are far from the electronic devices like microphones or microwave ovens. You must make sure that the modem and Virgin router is powered on at the optimal location.
If you find any electronic device nearby, then change the location of the networking devices.
Update Firmware
- Open interface login page of Virgin Media router in your computer and access by admin credentials.
- You have to go to the Settings option and select the Firmware tab.
- Here, you just have to search for the router firmware newest version to update.
- Then, just tap on the UPDATE button to start the Firmware update process.
Reset Device
The last option to solve the Virgin router not connecting to network is reset the device by following some simple instructions;
The method to reset the device is long pressing the RESET button using a sharp object.
But, after the reset process, you have to begin and complete Virgin media router setup again.
The End Lines
Here, you have learned about how to establish a new Virgin media router network in your home with the help of some simple instructions. We have also showed you troubleshooting tips and solutions to dispel some technical problems.
