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How to Reset the Actiontec T3200

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Here I will show you how to reset a Actiontec T3200 Windstream router. This is not the same thing as a reboot. A reboot is a cycle in the router's power. All you do is turn it off and back on again and you have rebooted the router. A reset erases all personalized settings and returns the router to how it was from the factory.

Warning: Resetting a router is a big step. You need to fully reconfigure the device afterwards. Some of the settings that need to be changed after a reset are:

  • The router's login username and password.
  • The router's Wi-Fi SSID/network name 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 these details.
  • Any port forwarding, scheduling, or IP addresses you have changed.

Other Actiontec T3200 Guides

This is the reset router guide for the Actiontec T3200 WST3K-31.164L.05 Windstream. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Actiontec T3200

Turn the Actiontec T3200 Windstream router around and look at the back panel. You should see a tiny recessed button labeled reset like this:

router reset factory settings
This is the reset page from your Actiontec T3200 router.

While the router is on, take a straightened paperclip and press down on this tiny button for about 10 seconds. This begins the reset process which can take several minutes or more to complete.

Warning: Do not unplug or turn off the router during the reset process. Doing so can cause permanent damage to the device.

We strongly recommend trying other troubleshooting methods before you decide to reset the Actiontec T3200 Windstream router.

Login to the Actiontec T3200

When logging into the Actiontec T3200 Windstream router after a reset is done, you need to use the default username and password. If you are not sure what these are use our Actiontec T3200 Windstream Login Guide to help you.

Change Your Password

After you have logged in to the router using the default values it is important that you change the username and password for security reasons. For help coming up with a good password use our Choosing a Strong Password guide.

Tip: One way to avoid losing this password is to write it down on a sticky note and attach it to the bottom of the router for next time.

Setup WiFi on the Actiontec T3200 Windstream

Don't forget to reconfigure the WiFi settings as well. Use our Actiontec T3200 Windstream WiFi Instructions to help you with that.

Actiontec T3200 Help

Be sure to check out our other Actiontec T3200 info that you might be interested in.

This is the reset router guide for the Actiontec T3200 WST3K-31.164L.05 Windstream. We also have the following guides for the same router: