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How to Reset the Arris WTM652G

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This is the reset guide for the Arris WTM652G router. Some of you may be confused about the difference between resetting a router and rebooting a router. Rebooting a router cycles the power to the device by turning it off and turning it back on again. Resetting your router erases everything you have done to the device and returns it to factory defaults.

Tip: Resetting this router is serious and should only be done once you know what will change when you are finished. Consider the following:

  • Your router's main username and password are reset.
  • All WiFi information such as SSID, password, and security are reset.
  • ISP info is erased so you may need to re-enter a username and password if you use DSL.
  • All configurations such as firewall changes, port forwards, or even IP address changes are erased.

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This is the reset router guide for the Arris WTM652G. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Arris WTM652G

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To reset this Arris WTM652G router the first step is keep it on. Turning the router off or unplugging it could cause permanent damage.

Now you need to locate the correct reset button. This router has two. The one titled TM Reset is somewhat misleading as it more like a reboot. The upper one is titled Router Reset which is the true reset button for your router. We have circled it's location for you in the image below.

router reset factory settings
This is the reset page from your Arris WTM652G router.

Taking a pen or tip of a sharp pencil press and hold the reset button for around 10 seconds.

Don't forget that this erases everything you have done to personalize this device. Make sure you have exhausted other troubleshooting options first.

Login to the Arris WTM652G

Now that you have finished resetting this Arris WTM652G router you should login using the factory default username and password. We have found these for you and included them in the Login Guide for the Arris WTM652G router.

Change Your Password

After logging into the Arris WTM652G you should change the password as well. We have a page with helpful tips and ideas for you if you want. Check it out here at our Creating a Strong Password page.

Tip: Write this password down somewhere you won't lose it. For some it may need to be taped to the bottom of the router for safe keeping.

Setup WiFi on the Arris WTM652G

The last setting we urge you to change is the WiFi setting. Since this has been reset as well you could have a disabled security mode. This means everyone within range can use your WiFi with or without your permission. Change your security mode to WPA2-PSK as soon as possible. If you need instructions on this, use our How to Setup WiFi on the Arris WTM652G guide.

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This is the reset router guide for the Arris WTM652G. We also have the following guides for the same router: