The router can be set to factory default by performing either of these two steps: Resetting the Router Using the Reset Button NOTE: Pressing the Reset button
on the back of the router for 30 seconds will reset your router to its
factory default settings. All of the settings of the router will then
be erased and the router's IP address will become 192.168.1.1. To perform a hardware reset on your Linksys router, follow these steps:
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Figure 2: Location of the Reset bthe Cisco System logo just stays orange, I - 4030-024.pnginksys WRT54GX router.
Figure 3: Location of the Reset button on a Linksys WRT54GC router.
NOTE: If the screen on your router's web-based setup page looks different, click .
Step 4:
Related Articles: Accessing the Router's Web-Based Setup Page
Resetting the Router Using the Web-Based Setup Page
Resetting the Router Using the Reset Button
Step 1:
Take note of the current settings of the router before resetting.
Step 2:
Press and hold the Reset button of the router for 30 seconds.
NOTE: The image may vary depending on the model number of the Linksys device.
NOTE: If the image of your router looks different from the ones shown above, consult your router documentation.
Step 3:
If the normal reset does not work, try to press and hold the Reset button for three seconds. The Ethernet light should go OFF then back ON. Unplug and re-plug the router's power adapter while pressing the Reset button. Keep holding the reset until the power light stops blinking.
NOTE: The router must be powered ON when you press the Reset button.
To reset the router via its web-based setup page, follow the steps below.
Resetting the Router Using the Web-Based Setup Page
Step 1:
Access the router's web-based setup page. For instructions, click here.
NOTE: To learn how to access the router's web-based setup page using a Mac computer, click here.
Step 2:
When the router's web-based setup page appethe Cisco System logo just stays orange, I - kb4008-004_en.pnginistration then click on Factory Defaults.
Step 3:
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Click OK.
Setting-Up a Router with Cable Internet Service
Setting-Up a Linksys Router Using DSL Internet
Changing the Linksys Router's Password
The color orange indicates that
the Router is not using the SecureEasySetup
feature, while the color white indicates that the
Router is using the SecureEasySetup feature.
When the Router enters SecureEasySetup
mode, the Cisco logo will turn white and
start flashing. After the Router has generated
the SSID and WPA Shared Key, the Cisco
logo will stop flashing and stay white.
So this "feature" can be turned off (meaning the light is off)
On the web-based router setup (192.168.1.1 in web browser) go to Wireless > Advanced Wireless Settings
Secure Easy Setup
This feature allows you to enable or
disable the SecureEasySetup feature. Select Disable to
disable the feature and turn off the button's light. The
feature is enabled by default.
Click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or
click the Cancel Changes button to cancel your changes.
SecureEasySetup (Orange/White) The Cisco logo is the Router's SecureEasySetup button. It
lights up and will stay orange when the Router is powered on. The color orange indicates that
the Router is not using the SecureEasySetup feature, while the color white indicates that the
Router is using the SecureEasySetup feature. When the Router enters SecureEasySetup
mode, the Cisco logo will turn white and start flashing. After the Router has generated
the SSID and WPA Personal key, the Cisco logo will stop flashing and stay white.
To clear the SSID and WPA Personal key, press and hold down the Cisco logo for five seconds.
The Cisco logo will flash slowly as the Router resets itself. The Cisco logo will turn orange to
indicate a successful reset.NOTE: SecureEasySetup is a feature that makes
it easy to set up your wireless network. If you have SecureEasySetup devices, run the Router's
Setup Wizard CD-ROM and follow the onscreen instructions to use SecureEasySetup.
Power (Green) The Power LED lights up and will stay on while the Router is powered
on. When the Router goes through its selfdiagnostic mode during every boot-up, this
LED will flash. When the diagnostic is complete, the LED will be solidly lit.
DMZ (Green) The DMZ LED indicates when the DMZ function is being used. This LED will
remain lit as long as DMZ is enabled. WLAN (Green) The WLAN LED lights up when
the wireless feature is enabled. If the LED is flashing, the Router is actively sending or
receiving data over the network. 1, 2, 3, 4 (Green) These numbered LEDs, corresponding with the numbered ports on the Router's back panel, serve two purposes. If the LED is continuously lit, the Router is successfully connected to a device through that port. A flashing LED indicates network activity over that port.
Internet (Green) The Internet LED lights up when there is a connection made through the
Internet port. A flashing LED indicates network activity over the Internet port.
Good luck
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