Article 6 reset wifi rout

1. Try a Simple Power Cycle First

This solves most issues.

Steps:

Unplug the router’s power cable
Wait 10–15 seconds
Plug it back in
Wait 1–2 minutes for lights to stabilize

2. Check Your Modem (If You Have One)

If your modem and router are separate devices, reset both:

Unplug modem
Wait 10 seconds
Plug modem back in
Let it sync
Then reset your router

3. Use the Router’s Reset Button (Factory Reset)

Only use this if:

You forgot your password, or
Settings are corrupted, or
Nothing else works

Steps:

Find the small RESET hole on the back
Press and hold with a paperclip for 10 seconds
Router will reboot and return to factory defaults

⚠️ Warning: This erases custom passwords, Wi-Fi names, and advanced settings.

4. Reconnect Your Devices

Once your Wi-Fi name appears again, reconnect phones, laptops, smart home devices, etc.

If you still have issues, we can help diagnose your network during a remote support session.

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