How to Reset the Dlink DI-774

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On this page I will show you how to reset the Dlink DI-774 router to it's original factory default settings. It's important that you know this is not the same thing as a reboot. When you reboot a router you cycle the power to the device. When you reset a router you take all the settings and return them all to how they were from the factory.

Warning: Resetting this router means every single setting you have ever change will be erased. We strongly recommend making a list of all the settings you have ever changed on this device. Take the following into consideration when making this list.

  • The router's setup username and password are erased and put back to how they were from the factory.
  • The Internet name and password are also reverted back to factory defaults.
  • If you use DSL you need to re-enter the ISP (Internet Service Provider) username and password. Call your local ISP for the details.
  • If you have ever made any other changes to your router you need to write these down so you can reconfigure them after the reset process is complete.

Other Dlink DI-774 Guides

This is the reset router guide for the Dlink DI-774. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Dlink DI-774

The first step in any reset is to locate the reset button on the outside of the device. The reset button has been circled in the image below:

router reset factory settings
This is the reset page from your Dlink DI-774 router.

As you can see this little button is recessed into the back panel of the device. Taking the end of an unfolded paperclip press and hold the reset button for about 10 seconds beginning the reset process. This could take a few minutes. Don't turn the router off during this time. If you don't hold the reset button down long enough you may end up only rebooting the router instead of resetting it like you wanted.

Remember this reset erases every setting you have ever changed in this router. If you would like to avoid this you should try other troubleshooting methods.

Login to the Dlink DI-774

Once you've reset the Dlink DI-774 router you'll need to log into it. This can be done using the default username and password. We've provided these for you in our Login Guide.

Tip: If the defaults aren't logging you in try holding the reset button for longer.

Change Your Password

Following that we recommend setting a new password for your router. Remember that this will only protect your router settings, not your wireless network. All the same it's always a good idea to use strong passwords. For help in creating one check out our Choosing a Strong Password Guide.

Tip: To keep from losing your new password try writing it on a piece of paper and taping it to the bottom of your router.

Setup WiFi on the Dlink DI-774

Now it's time to check the wireless settings. This includes the SSID, the Internet password, and the security method. For a full guide on all of this check out our How to Setup WiFi on the Dlink DI-774 guide.

Dlink DI-774 Help

Be sure to check out our other Dlink DI-774 info that you might be interested in.

This is the reset router guide for the Dlink DI-774. We also have the following guides for the same router: