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How to Reset the Arris DG1660A

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On this page I will explain how to reset the Arris DG1660A router back to it's original factory defaults. This is not the same thing as rebooting a router. A reboot is cycling the power to the device. A router reset is taking all the settings and returning them to the original factory settings.

Warning: Be careful when you reset this router. A reconfiguration of the device is necessary after the reset is complete. Please consider the following before you continue.

  • If you use a DSL router you need to re-enter the ISP username and password. Call your local ISP or Internet Service Provider for more information.
  • The router's main username and password are reverted to factory defaults.
  • The Internet name and password are also reverted to factory defaults.
  • If you have ever changed any other settings on this device you need to write them down so you can reconfigure them after the reset is complete.

Other Arris DG1660A Guides

This is the reset router guide for the Arris DG1660A. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Arris DG1660A

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The first step in a reset is to know where the reset button is located. For this model you can find it on the back panel. We have circled it's location for you in the image below.

router reset factory settings
This is the reset page from your Arris DG1660A router.

Take the tip of a sharpened pencil and press down on the reset button for about 10 seconds. If you don't hold the reset button down for long enough you end up simply rebooting the router instead of resetting it like you wanted.

Remember this reset is going to erase every setting you have ever changed on this device. If you don't want the hassle of re-configuring the router afterwards you need to try other troubleshooting methods first.

Login to the Arris DG1660A

After you have finished resetting the router you need to login to the device using the default username and password from the factory. We have this information for you in our Arris DG1660A Login Guide.

Tip: If the default username and password don't work it is most likely because the reset button wasn't held down for long enough.

Change Your Password

After logging into the Arris DG1660A router you need to change the default password you just used. If you need ideas or just a refresher on passwords check out our guide titled Choosing a Strong Password.

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

Setup WiFi on the Arris DG1660A

Take a look at your wireless settings now. These settings will include the SSID, the security method, and of course the Internet Password. We recommend WPA2 with a strong password. For full instructions and details on this check out our guide titled How to Setup WiFi on the Arris DG1660A.

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Arris DG1660A Help

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This is the reset router guide for the Arris DG1660A. We also have the following guides for the same router: