Boxee Box Smart DNS Setup Guide
Follow this simple guide to set up UnGeo Smart DNS on your Boxee Box using the built-in network settings.
Before You Start
Before changing your DNS settings, make sure your UnGeo account is active and your current IP address is added in your Client Area. If that is already done, continue with the DNS setup below.
Don’t have an account yet?
Choose a plan and create your UnGeo account before setting up DNS.
Get Started ›Add your current IP address
Add your current IP address in the Client Area to allow UnGeo to work properly.
Register My IP Address ›Once both are done, continue with the DNS setup steps.
Step-by-Step Setup Guide
Open Boxee Box Settings
From the Boxee Box home screen, open Settings.
Open Location Settings
Go to General, then open Location.
Show All Feeds and Applications
Make sure Hide feeds and applications that cannot be played in your location is unchecked. If you do not see this option, skip this step.
Go to Network Settings
Go back to Settings, then open Network.
Open Network
Select Network again to view the current network configuration.
Change Configure to Manually
Under Configure, select Manually. This allows you to change the DNS server.
Enter Your UnGeo Smart DNS server
In the DNS Server field, enter the primary UnGeo Smart DNS server shown in your Client Area.
Save Your Changes
Select Save and apply the network changes.
Restart Boxee Box
Restart your Boxee Box so the new DNS settings are applied.
You’re All Set!
Your Boxee Box is now ready to stream your favorite channels with UnGeo Smart DNS.
How to Check If It’s Working
Visit the UnGeo DNS Check page to verify whether your device is using UnGeo Smart DNS correctly.