As of January 1, 2023, BUTV service is no longer available via the coaxial cable network on campus. Faculty and Staff can request access to an updated BUTV service via the link below. Students are encouraged to use Xfinity on Campus.
Quick Start
Available to: Departments
Cost: $15 per month. Additional one-time charges may be incurred during installation. See cost, below.
- See Getting Started, below.
Xfinity Stream for Departments is a cable streaming service offering a comprehensive lineup of live TV channels.
Benefits
Available to all departments, this service offers a comprehensive lineup of live television content. Xfinity Stream for Departments utilizes small, network-connected streaming boxes to deliver over 200 channels of entertainment, movies, sports, news, and international stations.
Key Features
- Over 200 channels of content including entertainment, movies, sports, news, and international stations–all in HD quality
- Voice-activated remote control
- Interactive Programming Guide
Requirements
- Xfinity Stream for Departments requires a screen equipped with an HDMI input and a wired network connection.
Cost
- A monthly service fee of $15 will be charged per location.
- An installation fee based on location may be charged. Additional charges for networking changes may also apply.
Getting Started
- Contact the IT Help Center for an installation estimate and to order service.
Need More Assistance
- What to see what’s on? Check out the Channel Listings page
- If you are having a problem with the website or would like to report a major outage, please contact the IT Help Center using our online form, by sending a message to ithelp@bu.edu, or by calling 617-353-HELP (4357).
- To report a problem with your individual service, please complete our online repair form