Forgotton Router Password

[HelenD]

When I set up my router a few months back I changed the password from the standard netgear default password and I diddnt write it down. I logged in several times over several weeks to configure it without forgetting the password, I have a need to change something else and when I put in the password that I think it is I get nothing apart from the dialog box to enter the password again. Is it possible to physically reset the device to enable me to change the settings if so how?

[FunkyMunky]

Re: Forgotton Router Password

If you could post the model number of your router, there might be a procedure listed online for resetting it, however many routers I have seen can be reset by means of a small pinhole at the back, with a recessed button you can hold down for a few seconds whilst the router is unplugged.

[Conan the Librarian]

Re: Forgotton Router Password

if it is a Netgear router, the defaults are usually

login = admin
password = password

There is a reset facility - you know, straightened paper clip etc. somewhere

Good luck :-)

Conan

[Saab Dastard]

Re: Forgotton Router Password

Change user then press any key

OK, look at this:

http://kbserver.netgear.com/kb_web_files/N100651.asp