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# Home Network Setup
This playbook outlines the steps to establish a home network. It covers the installation of a router, setting up wireless connectivity, and implementing security measures to protect the network.

### Step 1: Equipment Check
Ensure you have all the necessary equipment: a modem, a router, Ethernet cables, and a computer or mobile device for setup.

### Step 2: Modem Setup
Connect the modem to the wall outlet using a coaxial or DSL cable, then connect the modem to a power source and turn it on.

### Step 3: Router Connection
Connect the router to the modem using an Ethernet cable, plugging one end into the modem&#x27;s WAN or internet port and the other end into the router&#x27;s internet port.

### Step 4: Power On
Turn on the router and wait for it to boot up. The indicator lights will signal when it&#x27;s ready to be configured.

### Step 5: Wireless Setup
Using a computer or mobile device, connect to the router&#x27;s default Wi-Fi network, then access the router&#x27;s web interface by entering its IP address into a web browser.

### Step 6: Configuration
In the router&#x27;s web interface, set up a Wi-Fi network by creating a network name (SSID) and a strong password. Configure other settings such as network channels and modes as needed.

### Step 7: Security Implementation
Enable WPA2 or WPA3 encryption to secure your Wi-Fi network. Additionally, change the default admin username and password for the router&#x27;s web interface.

### Step 8: Connect Devices
Connect computers, phones, and other devices to the newly created Wi-Fi network using the network name (SSID) and password you&#x27;ve set up.

### Step 9: Test Connectivity
Ensure all connected devices have internet access. Troubleshoot any connectivity issues by checking connections and restarting the modem and router if necessary.

## General Notes

### Firmware Update
Check for firmware updates for your router periodically to ensure it has the latest security patches and improvements.

### Device Limit
Be aware of the number of devices your network can support. Overloading the network can cause slowdowns and connectivity issues.

### Placement
Place your router in a central location away from obstructions to maximize Wi-Fi coverage throughout your home.