Looking to RESET your router? Here’s what happens when you do so.
If you are into all things technology, you might already be familiar with routers and other such networking devices. What you may also be familiar with are the usage intricacies that follow. Knowing how to resolve the same is important as you may not be able to find immediate support from the support team.
A majority of people when not able to find support, RESET their devices and to everyone’s surprise, it gets back to work again. Have you ever wondered as to what exactly happens when you RESET your router or range extender device? In this article, we’ll tell you what happens when you RESET your device.
What is RESET?
Literally, RESET means getting back something to its original shape or condition as it was before it was started being used. Here, when you RESET your router, it gets back to its factory settings. All networking devices including your router or extender have a RESET button located usually on the rear panel of your device.
How to RESET the router?
In order to reset the router device which is not performing the way you want it to, follow the steps:
Find the RESET button at the rear panel of your router or range extender device.
Use a paperclip or any thin object with a cross-sectional area less than that of the pinhole to insert it into the hole and press the RESET button for at least 30 seconds till the router lights start to blink on the front panel.
When the lights go off, leave the RESET button, and wait for the router to restart itself.
Now, what happens to the router when you press the RESET button?
One simple answer- It resets all the configuration and settings previously made.
There are changes made to the username and login password, WiFi network username and password, ISP password and username, firewall settings, parental control and access control settings, and any other settings that you may have changed.
What to do when you have RESET your device?
Once you are done resetting your device, you have to set up or reconfigure your router again. The IP address will remain the same. If you have forgotten the same, you can use the IP detector and you can locate the router easily. Once you have found the same, copy and paste the same into the address bar so you can access the login page. You will have to use the default username and password to login to the online web management interface.
Once you are logged in, you can change the settings to back what they were earlier or what you like.
The final word
Different router models may have different RESET processes. The best way to find the right method for resetting the router is to read the user manual that comes with the box. In case that is not available, you can always reach out to the experts on their support helplines.
If you are worried about any issues related to your IUGOFI router or other products, please visit our website or reach out to us on our support helplines.