Questions
- How do I watch Bowdoin TV from an Apple TV?
- How do I watch Xfinity on Campus on an Apple TV?
- How do I set up the Xfinity Stream app on an Apple TV?
- How do I connect an Apple TV to the Bowdoin network?
Environment
This article applies to students residing in campus housing who want to watch Xfinity on Campus from an Apple TV in their college room. Students living off campus and faculty and staff do not have access.
Resolution
To watch on a large-screen TV you need a TV with Roku built in, or an Apple TV or Roku streaming device. If you already own an Apple TV, follow the steps below.
Connect the Apple TV to the Bowdoin network
- Plug the Apple TV into an available Ethernet port in your room, or register and connect it to the BOWDOIN-PSK network.
- Connect the Apple TV to your television, following the Apple TV's instructions.
Download and install the Xfinity Stream app
- Open the App Store and search for Xfinity Stream.
- Download Xfinity Stream (sign in with your Apple ID if prompted).
- Open the app and follow the on-screen instructions to sign in with your Bowdoin account.
Additional Help
If you need further assistance, you have several options:
- Bowdoin Bot: Chat with Bowdoin Bot directly from any KB page for instant answers.
- Phone: Call the Bowdoin College Service Desk at (207) 725-3030.
- In person: Visit the Tech Hub in Smith Union during business hours.
- Submit a ticket: Request assistance through the Service Catalog.
Additional Resources