How to Reset the 2wire i3812V

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In this guide we will show you how to reset your 2Wire i3812V router to it's original factory defaults. This is not the same as rebooting your router which is simply turning your router off and then on again in order to cycle the power.

Warning: Resetting your router will remove all your personal settings. Everything you have changed after getting this router will need to be reconfigured.

  • The router's main username and password will be reset to the factory default.
  • You will need to change your Internet SSID and password as soon as possible for security reasons.
  • Your ISP may require a username and password entered before using the Internet. For more details you need to call your Internet Service Provider.
  • Any additional settings such as firewalls or port forwards need to be re-entered.

Other 2wire i3812V Guides

This is the reset router guide for the 2wire i3812V. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the 2wire i3812V

While your 2Wire router is turned on flip it over so you are looking at the upper left side-panel.

router reset factory settings
This is the reset page from your 2wire i3812V router.

Take the end of a pen or small paperclip and press and hold the small red reset button for 10 or more seconds.

Note: This removes all your personal settings you have made to this router. Reset your router only after you have tried all other troubleshooting methods first.

Login to the 2wire i3812V

Now that you have reset your 2Wire i3812V router you need to login to the router using the default username and password. Go ahead and take a look at this Login Guide for instructions.

Change Your Password

Once you have logged into the router you need to change the router's default password. We have a great guide on Choosing a Strong Password if you need it.

Tip: Write this new password down on a piece of paper and attach it to the bottom of your router for future reference.

Setup WiFi on the 2Wire i3812V

Next it is very important that you change your Internet password as well. For details check out our How to Setup WiFi on the 2Wire i3812V guide.

2wire i3812V Help

Be sure to check out our other 2wire i3812V info that you might be interested in.

This is the reset router guide for the 2wire i3812V. We also have the following guides for the same router: