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Activate your new or replacement DIRECTV equipment

It’s easy to activate your new or replacement Genie receiver or Genie Mini online.

 

STEP 1

Before you start, please make sure your receiver or Genie Mini is set up and functioning.

STEP 2

Sign in to your DIRECTV account

 

STEP 3

On the My Account page, choose Activate Receiver in the Quick Links section.

 

STEP 4

Follow all instructions and select Activate.

Note: If you don’t see the Activate button, or have trouble activating, please call us at 800.531.5000.