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Sky Hub connection

As O2 internet was taken over by Sky, I received new Sky hub (router?)!

Previously when I connected, I needed connection name and a password.

But in this Sky box, they gave me details of

Connection name
Password (alphabetic)
PIN (numeric)

In a Windows 7 computer, it asked password.

In a Windows Vista computer, it asked PIN.

In iPad, it asked password. Haven't tried my mobile phone yet.

So, what is the difference between password and PIN?

PS: The hub doesn't have any on/off switch of its own!
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Comments

  • penrhyn
    penrhyn Posts: 15,215 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture Combo Breaker
    The username and passwords in Sky routers are built into the software.
    You only need a password or pin for wifi., not then if you use the wps button with compatable devices.
    Routers are designed to be left on 24/7, no need for on off switch, it has a rest button.
    That gum you like is coming back in style.
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