How Can I Create a Guest Network on Virgin Media?

Virgin Media routers and Virgin Media hub come equipped with a Guest WiFi feature, allowing you to create a separate network with limited access. This is great for offering internet to visitors while keeping your main network private and secure.

What Is Guest WiFi and Why Use It?

A Guest WiFi network is a secondary internet connection that keeps your primary network and devices protected. You can assign a different network name and password for guests. It offers:

  • Simple setup

  • Restricted internet access

  • No access to personal files or devices

  • Better protection from malware

  • Enhanced security for your main network

How to Set Up Virgin Media Router and Virgin Media Hub Guest WiFi

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Access Router Settings
    On a device connected to your Virgin Media Hub or Virgin Media Router, open a browser and go to: 192.168.0.1

  2. Login
    Enter your router's admin credentials.

  3. Choose Your Hub Model:

    • Virgin Media Hub 5 or 5x:
      Go to Advanced Settings > Enable Guest Network > Modify > Enable > Next.

    • Virgin Media Hub 3 or 4:
      Go to Modify Guest Network and click Enable Guest Network.

    • Virgin Media Hub 2 or 2ac:
      Go to Advanced Settings > Wireless, then select 2.4 GHz Guest Network and enable SSID broadcast.

  4. Customize Network
    Your Virgin Media Hub or Virgin Media Router will auto-generate a network name and password. You can customize these if you wish.

  5. Set Time Limit
    Choose how long the guest network should stay active, then click Next.

  6. Finish Setup
    Click Finish to activate the Guest Network.

How to Disable the Guest Network on Virgin Media Router and Virgin Media Hub

To turn off the guest WiFi:

  1. Go back to 192.168.0.1 and log in.

  2. Navigate to Advanced Settings > Disable Guest Network.

  3. From here, you can manage or fully turn off guest access.

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