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How to do a hard reset on the router?

posted by mepreckel on Apr 02, 2008


I need to reset my router but I need to do a hard reset to factory default because I can't find the router anywhere. The IP address is not right. I'm not able to use the software to reset the router because I can't access the router. I can't find it! It's sitting right in front of me but it's not THERE!!!!

Help please.

How in the world do I do a hard shutdown?

Thanks,
Mike

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posted on Apr 04, 2008
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what's the brand name of your router? well, most routers have a reset button found at the back of the unit, it is a very small button, (sometimes covered w/ a sticker) it could be beside the ethernet port. turn your router upside down or look on the rear for a small pinhole. it should be labelled "reset", also reading the manufacturer's manual can help. with the router on unbend a paperclip or use a pencil and insert it into the hole. you will feel a small button inside, hold down that reset button for 10 secs. or until the lights on the front of the router stop blinking. the router will reboot within about a minute and be ready for configuration. NOTE: the router must be on when you do the reset!

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