How to reset the Linksys router to its factory default settings

Important note : If you want to restore your router's factory settings without reconfiguring, you must create a backup file.

There are two ways to reset the router.

Linksys router Manual reset

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

How to reset the Linksys router to its factory default settings Picture 1 Locate the Reset button

Quick tip : For router models like Linksys Wireless-B and Wireless-G routers, press and hold the Reset buttonfor 30 seconds.

Note : Observe the router's power lamp while pressing the button. It will blink as a signal that the router is being reset correctly.

How to reset the Linksys router to its factory default settings Picture 2 Press and hold the Reset button for 10 seconds

Step 2: Unplug the router from the electrical outlet for 30 seconds. Plug it back in and wait for the power light to turn into steady state.

Important note : For the newly released WiFi Linksys router, unplugging the device from the socket is no longer needed.

Reset Linksys router by the software

Note : Images and steps may vary depending on the router model.

Step 1: Using the computer connected to the router, open a browser and enter 192.168.1.1 in the address bar, then press ENTER. If the router's IP address has been changed, use that address instead.

Step 2: When prompted, enter your router's default credentials to log in. The default password is admin and no username. If you have changed the default password of the router, please use that password instead.

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

How to reset the Linksys router to its factory default settings Picture 3 Click on the Administration tab

Step 4: Click on Factory Defaults.

How to reset the Linksys router to its factory default settings Picture 4 Click on Factory Defaults

Step 5: Click the Restore Factory Defaults button .

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

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