forgot router password

camaro1185 · 06-14-2008, 04:06 PM

I need to reformat my computer this weekend or in the very near future, but my question is that when it is all re-set up, I will need the password to the router to get on to the wireless. I have called the tech support so many times to fix the connection problem with the router, and ever time they have had me change the password, and this time I have forgotten the password.

My first question is there something in my computer that I can check to see what the password is without the dots? Is there a way to save a config file that I can just copy over from the new computer that will have the password saved?

It’s a netgear router. If someone knows the step-by-step way to get in to the options to change it and could help me out that would be great. I would love not to have to waist 2 hours with tech support over this problem.

thanks

Francisck · 06-14-2008, 04:10 PM

Quote:

Reset for most routers with a reset button on the rear panel

Write down configuration information such as IP addresses, security keys, opened ports and services, etc., that you modified. (The default username is admin and the password is either password or 1234. Try these before resetting the router.)

1. Press the reset button on the back until the test light blinks. This takes about 10 seconds. (To avoid accidental resets, the small button is recessed. Use a pen or paperclip to access it.)
2. Release the button.
3. Wait for the router to reboot.
4. Log in with the default password.

If the router was not cleared, try these additional steps AFTER the router has finished rebooting.
5. Unplug the router's power.
6. Press and hold the reset button. While the button is held down, reconnect router's power.
7. Continue to hold the reset button for 20 seconds after reconnecting the power.
8. Wait for the router to reboot.
9. Log in with the default password.

For FR314, FR318, and FV318

These routers require reloading the firmware in order to recover from a lost password. Download the most recent firmware from NETGEAR's Web site before proceeding. Follow the instructions in the manual.

Resetting the router will clear the password...you will just have to configure it again..

Best Regards,
Francisco

cohen · 06-15-2008, 02:58 AM

have you got the manual for it? and also what model + type of router do you have?

Geek · 06-18-2008, 03:11 AM

don't reset just explain what your Router company is
then type in the IP address(Belekin's is 192.168.1.1)
and type in your username and password, (Probably Admin and password of admin and password1) under settings you should find your WEP Password.

GameMaster · 06-18-2008, 08:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Geek

don't reset just explain what your Router company is
then type in the IP address(Belekin's is 192.168.1.1)
and type in your username and password, (Probably Admin and password of admin and password1) under settings you should find your WEP Password.

Pff, believe me that won't work.

RAMbam · 06-20-2008, 06:52 PM

If you re-install the router software you can reset the password that way.

06-14-2008, 04:06 PM	#1 (permalink)
camaro1185 Bronze Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 94	forgot router password I need to reformat my computer this weekend or in the very near future, but my question is that when it is all re-set up, I will need the password to the router to get on to the wireless. I have called the tech support so many times to fix the connection problem with the router, and ever time they have had me change the password, and this time I have forgotten the password. My first question is there something in my computer that I can check to see what the password is without the dots? Is there a way to save a config file that I can just copy over from the new computer that will have the password saved? It’s a netgear router. If someone knows the step-by-step way to get in to the options to change it and could help me out that would be great. I would love not to have to waist 2 hours with tech support over this problem. thanks

06-15-2008, 02:58 AM	#3 (permalink)
cohen Diamond Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia Age: 14 Posts: 8,206	have you got the manual for it? and also what model + type of router do you have? __________________ My Website Desktop / Laptop Motherboard: Asus M2N X SE / Unknown CPU: AMD 4000+ 2.1GHZ x 2 / Intel Pentium M 1.60GHZ Ram: 2GB Transcend / 512MB Hard Drive: 320GB / 60GB Video Card: Both Intergrated Monitor: 19" Benq / 15.4" OS: Windows Vista Home Premium Service Pack 1 / Windows XP Professional Service Pack 3

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06-18-2008, 03:11 AM	#4 (permalink)
Geek banned Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Computers Posts: 14	don't reset just explain what your Router company is then type in the IP address(Belekin's is 192.168.1.1) and type in your username and password, (Probably Admin and password of admin and password1) under settings you should find your WEP Password.

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RAMbam Bronze Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: New York Age: 22 Posts: 30	If you re-install the router software you can reset the password that way.