If you are unable to login to the Actiontec FV2200 Frontier router and have tried other options it may be time to consider a reset. A reset is not the same thing as a reboot. A reboot is simply a cycle in the power to the unit. You can do this by unplugging the power cord from the router, then wait about 30 seconds before plugging it back in. This will solve some behavioral issues but not a lost router password. A reset erases all changed settings and returns it to factory defaults.
Warning: Resetting a router erases a lot of settings. Some of the settings that will be erased are:
- The router's username and password.
- The WiFi username and password.
- If this is a DSL router, you need to re-enter the ISP (Internet Service Provider) username and password. Call your ISP for the details.
- All other settings you have changed in the past such as port forwards, IP addresses, and schedules.
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Reset the Actiontec FV2200 Frontier
The reset button for the Actiontec FV2200 Frontier router is found on the back panel. I have circled it's location in the image below.
Take a straightened paperclip and press down on the reset button for about 10 seconds. This begins the reset process which can take several minutes to complete.
Warning: Do not unplug or turn off the Actiontec FV2200 Frontier router during the reset process. Doing so can cause permanent damage to the device.
We strongly recommend exhausting your other troubleshooting options before you decide to reset the router.
Login to the Actiontec FV2200 Frontier
After the reset is complete you need to login to the Actiontec FV2200 Frontier router to reconfigure it. To do this you need to use the default values. You can find this on our Actiontec FV2200 Frontier Login Guide.
Change Your Password
It is strongly recommended that you change your router's password after the first login. To help you create a strong password we have some guidelines in our guide titled Choosing a Strong Password.
Setup WiFi on the
It is also important to check your WiFi security. The strongest form of wireless security at the moment is WPA2-PSK or Personal with AES encryption.
WiFi guide coming soon...
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This is the reset router guide for the Actiontec FV2200 Frontier. We also have the following guides for the same router: