In this guide we will show you how to reset your Actiontec TDSGT784WN router to factory defaults. Some people are confused about the difference between resetting and rebooting. Rebooting only refers to cycling the power by turning the router off and back on again. Resetting reverts all setting to factory defaults.
Warning: Resetting the router can cause unexpected problems if you haven't considered the following:
- the router username and password are reset
- the WiFi username and password are reset to factory settings
- If you use a DSL router you will lose Internet connection until you re-enter the ISP username and password. If you don't know these details you should call your ISP.
- All configurations are erased when resetting the router. This includes firewalls port forwards and any thing else you have done to personalize the router.
Other Actiontec TDSGT784WN Guides
This is the reset router guide for the Actiontec TDSGT784WN. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- Actiontec TDSGT784WN - How to change the IP Address on a Actiontec TDSGT784WN router
- Actiontec TDSGT784WN - Actiontec TDSGT784WN Login Instructions
- Actiontec TDSGT784WN - Actiontec TDSGT784WN User Manual
- Actiontec TDSGT784WN - How to change the DNS settings on a Actiontec TDSGT784WN router
- Actiontec TDSGT784WN - Setup WiFi on the Actiontec TDSGT784WN
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- Actiontec TDSGT784WN - Actiontec TDSGT784WN Screenshots
Reset the Actiontec TDSGT784WN
With the router turned on flip it over so you are looking at the back panel. Similar to the image below.
Now press and hold the reset button using a pin or paperclip for around 5 seconds. The reset process should begin after you release the button.
Remember this erases everything you have done to your router. Make sure you have tried other trouble shooting methods before resetting.
Login to the Actiontec TDSGT784WN
Once you have reset the Actiontec TDSGT784WN router you should login using the factory defaults. If you need assistance you can use our Actiontec TDSGT784WN Login Guide.
Change Your Password
Now that you have finished logging into the Actiontec TDSGT784WN router you really should change the password. This can be anything you like. If you are having trouble coming up with a good password check out this Choosing a Strong Password guide.
Tip: You can write this new password down on a piece of paper and attach it to the bottom of the router for future reference.
Setup WiFi on the Actiontec TDSGT784WN
The last setting we recommend you change soon is the WiFi security. There are some router companies that like to leave the WiFi security open meaning everyone can use your Internet whether they have your permission or not. Change this by setting your security to WPA2. For help on that check out this How to Setup WiFi on the Actiontec TDSGT784WN guide.
Actiontec TDSGT784WN Help
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This is the reset router guide for the Actiontec TDSGT784WN. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- Actiontec TDSGT784WN - How to change the IP Address on a Actiontec TDSGT784WN router
- Actiontec TDSGT784WN - Actiontec TDSGT784WN Login Instructions
- Actiontec TDSGT784WN - Actiontec TDSGT784WN User Manual
- Actiontec TDSGT784WN - How to change the DNS settings on a Actiontec TDSGT784WN router
- Actiontec TDSGT784WN - Setup WiFi on the Actiontec TDSGT784WN
- Actiontec TDSGT784WN - Information About the Actiontec TDSGT784WN Router
- Actiontec TDSGT784WN - Actiontec TDSGT784WN Screenshots