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Discussion topic: Sky Q box not connecting, but Sky broadband fine

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This message was authored by: Jcummi

Sky Q box not connecting, but Sky broadband fine

I've followed all the steps on the screen (multiple times), and followed the steps on the Sky help site. Now directing me here for support. 
It just says: unsuccessful connection.

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Re: Sky Q box not connecting, but Sky broadband fine

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@Jcummi wrote:

I've followed all the steps on the screen (multiple times), and followed the steps on the Sky help site. Now directing me here for support. 
It just says: unsuccessful connection.


Hi @Jcummi 

First reset your broadband router.
Hold the Reset on the back of the router until the power light flashes green (about 10 seconds). Don't unplug or switch off your router while it resets. The power light will go green when it's done.
If your router does not have a reset button, reboot it by disconnecting the power lead for 30 secs and then reconnecting.
Wait until the router is completely back and running and then try a Network Reset found in Q box Home - Settings - Setup - Network.
Highlight Status and then select Reset on the right hand side. Follow instructions to connect by WiFi to your router. Even if reset is not listed there is still an option to connect by WiFi to Sky or 3rd party router.
On Sky Broadband you will be asked to press the WPS button on the Sky router. (Not on the Q box as the Network reset will start the main Q box WPS automatically). Make sure you press the WPS button on the Sky router and not the reset button.
If you are on Sky Broadband with the new Sky Max router then you need to connect it as if it is a 3rd party router.
On 3rd party  broadband then you need to enter the SSID and password for the router 2.4 Ghz WiFi band.

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