What will happen if I reset the router?

Once you reset the router, the settings will be reverted to its factory defaults.  All of the customized settings of the router (Wi-Fi name (SSID), wireless security, etc.) will be erased.

There are two ways to reset your router.

Manual Reset

Step 1:
Locate the Reset button and, using a pen or a paper clip, press and hold the Resetbutton for 10 seconds.

QUICK TIP:  For router models such as the Linksys Wireless-B and Wireless-G routers, press and hold the Reset button for 30 seconds.

QUICK TIP:  Observe the Power light of the router while pressing the button.  It should blink or flash as an indication that the router is properly resetting.

Step 2:
Unplug the router from the power outlet for 30 seconds.  Plug it back and wait for the Power light to turn solid.

IMPORTANT:  For the newly-released Linksys Wi-Fi Routers, unplugging the device from the outlet is no longer required.

Software Reset

NOTE:  Images and steps may vary depending on your router’s model number.

Step 1:
Using a computer that’s connected to your router, open a browser and type “192.168.1.1” in the Address bar then press [ENTER].  If your router’s IP address has been changed, use that instead.

Step 2:
Once prompted, enter your router’s administrator credentials to log in.  The default password is admin and no username.  If you have changed your router’s administrator password, use that instead.

Step 3:
When the router’s web-based setup page appears, click the Administration tab.

Step 4:
Click Factory Defaults.

Step 5:
Click on the

 button.

Once you have successfully reset your router, you will need to reconfigure its settings.