--- title: SmartRG 516 wireless network instructions description: To connect devices wirelessly such as your smartphone, tablet or laptop, you can find the respective Wi-Fi band name (often called SSID) and password (often called Key) on the back or bottom of your m --- [Skip to content](https://helpcentre.distributel.ca/smart-rg-516-wireless-network-instructions#main-content) - [English](https://helpcentre.distributel.ca/smart-rg-516-wireless-network-instructions) - [Français](https://helpcentre.distributel.ca/fr/guide-du-réseau-sans-fil-pour-le-smartrg-516) English Show submenu for translations [![Distributel logo](https://helpcentre.distributel.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/Distributel%20logo.png?width=250&height=70&name=Distributel%20logo.png)](https://distributel.ca) Open main navigation Close main navigation - - [English](https://helpcentre.distributel.ca/smart-rg-516-wireless-network-instructions) - [Français](https://helpcentre.distributel.ca/fr/guide-du-réseau-sans-fil-pour-le-smartrg-516) English Show submenu for translations - [Contact us](https://helpcentre.distributel.ca/contact) [Contact us](https://helpcentre.distributel.ca/contact?hsLang=en) Welcome! 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Each band has a separate name and password which you will find on the back or bottom of your modem. **2.4 GHz band**: is best for providing Wi-Fi coverage for stationary devices that need consistent ongoing connection, such as internet-connected appliances or a router. This band also has the broadest range throughout your home. **5GHz band**: Some devices may give you the option to use this band which provides a faster speed but a smaller range.  #### **Changing your password and network name** It's important to protect Wi-Fi by ensuring it can only be accessed with a password.  To create your own unique and easy-to-remember Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password (Key), follow these steps: **1.** Using Chrome or Firefox, open your web browser and go to **192.168.1.1/admin ** **2.** Click on **Managed Gateway (advanced)**.  **3. **Login using the username **admin** and password** changeme**. **4.** To change the **Wi-Fi name (SSID)** and **password (Key)** for the **5GHz band**: **a**. Change the Wi-Fi (SSID) name:  - - - On the side menu select **Wireless \>\> 5 GHz band \>\> Basic   ** - In the **SSID** field enter an easy-to-remember name, and click **Apply/Save**. [![Wireless\_516\_4a](https://helpcentre.distributel.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/Distributel%20Help%20Centre/Internet/Wi-Fi%20Images/Wireless_516_4a.png?width=688&name=Wireless_516_4a.png)](https://helpcentre.distributel.ca/hubfs/Distributel%20Help%20Centre/Internet/Wi-Fi%20Images/Wireless_516_4a.png?hsLang=en) **b**. Change Wi-Fi password and update security settings:   - - - On the side menu select **Wireless \>\> 5 GHz band \>\> Security   ** - Enter an easy-to-remember password in the **WPA passphrase** field. Your password must contain at least 8 characters. - Ensure **Network Authentication **is **Mixed WPA2/WPA-PSK**. For the **WPA Encryption **select **AES**.  **c.** Once you complete this step, click **Apply**/**Save**.  [![Wireless\_516\_4c](https://helpcentre.distributel.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/Distributel%20Help%20Centre/Internet/Wi-Fi%20Images/Wireless_516_4c.png?width=688&name=Wireless_516_4c.png)](https://helpcentre.distributel.ca/hubfs/Distributel%20Help%20Centre/Internet/Wi-Fi%20Images/Wireless_516_4c.png?hsLang=en) **5.  **Repeat these steps for the 2.4GHz band. That’s it!  Your wireless network should now be secure and ready to use. #### **Connecting a device to your Wi-Fi ** To connect a device to your wireless network, check that the wireless setting on the device is turned on (usually this is found in settings or preferences). The device will list all wireless networks in range. 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