How to Reset the Aztech DSL1000EW-L

This guide shows you how to reset the Aztech DSL1000EW-L router to factory defaults. This is not the same thing as rebooting a router. Rebooting a router is cycling the power by turning it off and back on again. Resetting the router takes all the settings and returns them to factory settings.

Warning: Resetting the router is a serious step in troubleshooting a problem. We strongly recommend creating a list of items you know will be changed after the reset is complete. Please consider the following:

• The router's interface username and password are reverted to factory settings.
• The WiFi SSID/username and password are reset as well.
• If you use a DSL router you need to re-enter the ISP (Internet Service Provider) username and password. If you don't know this information check with your ISP.
• All configurations such as port forwards and IP address changes are erased.

Other Aztech DSL1000EW-L Guides

This is the reset router guide for the Aztech DSL1000EW-L. We also have the following guides for the same router:

• Aztech DSL1000EW-L - How to change the IP Address on a Aztech DSL1000EW-L router
• Aztech DSL1000EW-L - Aztech DSL1000EW-L Login Instructions
• Aztech DSL1000EW-L - Aztech DSL1000EW-L User Manual
• Aztech DSL1000EW-L - How to change the DNS settings on a Aztech DSL1000EW-L router
• Aztech DSL1000EW-L - Setup WiFi on the Aztech DSL1000EW-L
• Aztech DSL1000EW-L - Aztech DSL1000EW-L Screenshots
• Aztech DSL1000EW-L - Information About the Aztech DSL1000EW-L Router

Reset the Aztech DSL1000EW-L

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First be sure your router is turned on. Do not unplug or turn off the router during the reset process as this could cause damage to the router.

Second, you need to find the reset button. Typically it is located on the back panel. We have circled it's location for you in the image below.

Using the end of an unwound paperclip or pin press and hold down the reset button for about 10 seconds. Any less than that your router may not have reset.

Remember that this erases all your personal changes you have made to this router.

Login to the Aztech DSL1000EW-L

Once the reset is complete you should login to the Aztech DSL1000EW-L router interface pages by using the default IP address and the default username and password. We have found these for you and added them to the Aztech DSL1000EW-L Login Guide.

Change Your Password

After successfully logging into the Aztech DSL1000EW-L it's a good idea to change your default password. Default passwords should never be left alone. To create a strong password use our Choosing a Strong Password guide for helpful tips and ideas.

Tip: Write this new password down somewhere you won't lose it. If this is a router inside your local residence it is okay to write this down on a piece of paper and attach it to the bottom of the router for future reference.

Setup WiFi on the Aztech DSL1000EW-L

The last setting we will discuss in this guide is the WiFi settings. Don't forget that these have also been reset and need to be reconfigured. This includes the SSID/username, password, and security mode. We highly recommend the use of WPA2-PSK for your security. For a full set of instructions on this check out our How to Setup WiFi on the Aztech DSL1000EW-L guide.

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Aztech DSL1000EW-L Help

Be sure to check out our other Aztech DSL1000EW-L info that you might be interested in.

This is the reset router guide for the Aztech DSL1000EW-L. We also have the following guides for the same router:

• Aztech DSL1000EW-L - How to change the IP Address on a Aztech DSL1000EW-L router
• Aztech DSL1000EW-L - Aztech DSL1000EW-L Login Instructions
• Aztech DSL1000EW-L - Aztech DSL1000EW-L User Manual
• Aztech DSL1000EW-L - How to change the DNS settings on a Aztech DSL1000EW-L router
• Aztech DSL1000EW-L - Setup WiFi on the Aztech DSL1000EW-L
• Aztech DSL1000EW-L - Aztech DSL1000EW-L Screenshots
• Aztech DSL1000EW-L - Information About the Aztech DSL1000EW-L Router