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Complete factory reset

  • 18 August 2022
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How can I perform a complete factory reset that will return the WiFi name and password to the information listed on the gateway modem? I cannot remember the user name and passkey I set up and the admin reset does not work to reset the user name and passkey. 

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Best answer by Netopia 18 August 2022, 19:37

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What device do you have? (you didn’t put a model)

Most of them have a factory reset button you can push. 

You push and hold it while the device is powered on for usually 7-15 seconds or until the lights change. 

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Try holding down the reset button for 20 seconds or until all the front LED lights are off. 

 

If you have a Windows computer that is connected to the Wi-Fi network, you can retrieve the Wi-Fi password from the PC.  On your PC, go to Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Change adapter settings.  Right-click on the Wi-Fi adapter and select Status.  Click on Wireless Properties > Security tab and then check mark Show characters to display the Network security key.