Questions
- How do I watch Bowdoin TV from an Apple TV?
- How do I watch Xfinity from an Apple TV?
Environment
- Students residing in campus housing who wants to watch Xfinity on Campus from an Apple TV while in their college room.
Resolution
If you would like to watch Xfinity on Campus on a large-screen TV, you will need either a TV with the Roku service built-in or have an Apple TV or Roku streaming device.
If you already own an Apple TV streaming device, follow the steps below to configure the device, download the Xfinity Stream app and log in.
Steps to access Xfinity on Campus on an Apple TV
Connect the Apple TV to the Bowdoin network
- Plug the Apple TV into an Ethernet port available in the room or register and connect the device 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 necessary).
- Open the app and follow the instructions on the bottom of the Xfinity Stream web page.