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How to Reset the Alphion ARGT-1040

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This guide will cover how to reset the Alphion ARGT-1040 router to factory defaults. It's important to know the difference between resetting the router and rebooting the router. Rebooting a router is referring to cycling the power by turning the device off and back on again.

Warning: This reset can cause a lot of problems if you don't know what to expect when resetting your router. Consider the following:

  • Your router password and username are reset.
  • The Internet SSID and password are reset.
  • If you use a DSL connection you will need to enter the ISP username and password again. Call your ISP for details.
  • Any previous configurations such as port forwards will be erased. You will need to enter these again after the reset is complete.

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This is the reset router guide for the Alphion ARGT-1040. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Alphion ARGT-1040

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First of all you need to make sure the Alphion ARGT-1040 router is turned on and left on during this reset process. Unplugging or turning off the router during the reset process could cause permanent damage to the device.

Now take a look at the back panel and locate the tiny reset button. (See the image below)

router reset factory settings
This is the reset page from your Alphion ARGT-1040 router.

Press and hold this small button using a pin or tip of a pencil for about 10 seconds.

Remember that this erases everything you have done to personalize this router. Only reset the router after you have exhausted other troubleshooting options.

Login to the Alphion ARGT-1040

After you have reset your Alphion ARGT-1040 router you need to login using the default username and password. We have these listed in our Login Guide for the Alphion ARGT-1040 router.

Change Your Password

Once you have logged into the router you need to change the password to something you create. This can be just about anything you think of. If you need help with this check out our Choosing a Strong Password password.

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Alphion ARGT-1040 Help

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This is the reset router guide for the Alphion ARGT-1040. We also have the following guides for the same router: