Xbox 360 Setup Guide

Xbox 360 Smart DNS Setup Guide

Follow this simple guide to set up UnGeo Smart DNS on your Xbox 360 using the built-in network settings.

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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.

1

Don’t have an account yet?

Choose a plan and create your UnGeo account before setting up DNS.

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2

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

1

Open Xbox 360 Settings

From the Xbox 360 dashboard, go to Settings.

2

Open System Settings

Select System Settings from the settings menu.

3

Go to Network Settings

Select Network Settings.

4

Choose Your Network

Select Wired Network if you use Ethernet, or choose your active Wi-Fi network if you are connected wirelessly.

5

Open Configure Network

Select Configure Network to view the network configuration.

6

Open DNS Settings

On the Basic Settings tab, select DNS Settings.

7

Change DNS Settings to Manual

Select Manual so you can enter DNS servers manually.

8

Enter Your UnGeo Smart DNS servers

In the Primary DNS Server field, enter the primary UnGeo Smart DNS server shown in your Client Area. In the Secondary DNS Server field, enter the secondary UnGeo Smart DNS server if available.

9

Save Your Changes

Select Done to save the DNS settings.

10

Test Xbox Live Connection

Select Test Xbox Live Connection and wait for the test to complete.

11

Restart Xbox 360

Turn your Xbox 360 off and back on so the new DNS settings are fully applied.

12

You’re All Set!

Your Xbox 360 is now ready to stream your favorite channels with UnGeo Smart DNS.

Setup Screenshots

Follow the screenshots below if you prefer a visual guide.

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Tip: Screens may look slightly different depending on your device version, network adapter, or system language.

How to Check If It’s Working

Visit the UnGeo DNS Check page to verify whether your device is using UnGeo Smart DNS correctly.

Go to DNS Check →

Troubleshooting

Open Settings → System Settings → Network Settings, select your active Wired or Wi-Fi network, then open Configure Network. DNS Settings should appear on the Basic Settings tab.
Go back to Configure Network and make sure only DNS Settings were changed to Manual. If needed, switch IP Settings back to Automatic and enter the UnGeo Smart DNS servers again.
Restart your router and Xbox 360, then repeat the setup. If you use Wi-Fi, make sure the correct network is selected and your Wi-Fi password is correct.
Yes. Xbox 360 can use UnGeo Smart DNS over either Wi-Fi or Ethernet. Select the connection type you actually use.
Make sure your UnGeo account is active, your current IP address is added in the Client Area, and the UnGeo Smart DNS servers were entered correctly.
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FAQ

Yes. Xbox 360 can use UnGeo Smart DNS by manually changing Primary DNS Server and Secondary DNS Server in the network settings.
Open Settings → System Settings → Network Settings, select your active network, open Configure Network, then select DNS Settings.
No. UnGeo Smart DNS works through your Xbox 360 network settings and does not require an app.
No. In most cases, keep IP Settings on Automatic and only change DNS Settings to Manual.
Yes. Restarting Xbox 360 helps apply the new DNS settings and refresh the connection.