Find information on how to set up your newRogers Xfinity Gateway (Gen 1, Gen 2, or Gen 3) (formerly known as Rogers Xfinity Gateway (XB6, XB7, or XB8)), as well as how to change settings including your WiFi password and network name that you are using to broadcast your local WiFi connection.
Guide: Rogers Xfinity Gateway (Gen 1, Gen 2, Gen 3)
Gateway setup
Set up of your Rogers Xfinity Gateway is done in just a few easy steps, all from your mobile device. Click here for detailed setup instructions.
Feature comparison
Here's an overview of hardware specifications and key features of our Rogers Xfinity Gateway modems.
| Features | Rogers Xfinity Gateway (Gen 1) modem (XB6) | Rogers Xfinity Gateway (Gen 2) modem (XB7) | Rogers Xfinity Gateway (Gen 3) modem (XB8) |
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| WiFi standard | WiFi 5 (Modes A, G, N, AC) | WiFi 6 (Modes A, G, N, AC, AX) | WiFi 6E (Modes A, G, N, AC, AX) |
| WiFi bands | Dual-band (2.4GHz, 5GHz) | Dual-band (2.4GHz, 5GHz) | Tri-band (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) |
| Antennas | 10 antennas (2 for 2.4GHz & 8 for 5GHz) | 8 antennas (4 for 2.4 GHz & 4 for 5 GHz) | 24 antennas (8 for 2.4GHz, 8 for 5GHz, 8 for 6GHz) |
| WiFi range | Up to 2500 square feet (approx.) | Up to 2500 square feet (approx.) | Up to 2500 square feet (approx.) |
| Smart mesh WiFi | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | 2 ports (2 x 1 Gbps) | 4 ports (1 x 2.5 Gbps, 3 x 1 Gbps) | 4 ports (1 x 2.5 Gbps, 3 x 1 Gbps) |
How to configure Gateway settings
The best way to access your Gateway settings is with the Rogers Xfinity App (formerly known as BlueCurve Home App). You can change various settings on the modem, everything from WiFi passwords to parental controls, and more advanced settings—all from a convenient mobile app, or from your computer.
Mobile App
Download the free Rogers Xfinity (Shaw) App (Apple App Store or Google Play) and sign in with your Shaw ID username and password.
Gateway Admin Tool
Alternatively, you can login to the Gateway via the Admin Tool to change settings that way. Note that some settings may not be available here, and must be changed in the Rogers Xfinity app instead.
- Enter 10.0.0.1 into the address bar of your Internet browser.
- Log in to the modem with the following information:
- Username: admin
- Password: password
(These are the default login credentials for the admin tool. If you have previously changed your password, use that instead).
- Click Login.
How to change WiFi name and password
- Open the Rogers Xfinity App.
- Select Connect, then choose See Network.
- Select the Edit (pencil) icon at the top right.
- Your WiFi network details are displayed.
- Select WiFi Name or WiFi Password to change them.
- Once you're done, select Apply Changes, and you're all set!
Note: After making changes, you may need to choose your new network name or enter your new password on previously connected devices.
How to restart the Gateway
If you are experiencing home WiFi connectivity issues, you can restart your Rogers Xfinity Gateway from the Overview section of the Rogers Xfinity app.
- Open the Rogers Xfinity App.
- Scroll down and select Restart Gateway
- A message is shown confirming that you'd like to restart your Gateway.
- Select Restart to confirm.
- Your Gateway will now restart.
Note: This can take up to 10 minutes, during which you won't be able to use your home network, connect to the Internet, or stream video on certain TV boxes.
How to restore factory default settings
Using the Admin Tool, you can perform a factory reset which will delete all of your custom configurations, including any changes you made to your WiFi name, network password, and wireless channel settings.
Note: All of your settings will be lost. This should only be done on rare occasions or if advised by a Shaw support agent.
- Enter 10.0.0.1 into the address bar of your Internet browser.
- Log in to the modem with the following information:
- Username: admin
- Password: password
(These are the default login credentials for the admin tool. If you have previously changed your password, use that instead).
- Choose Troubleshooting > Reset/Restore Gateway from the menu on the left.
- Choose Restore Factory Settings.