How to Reset the Aztech HW550-3G

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This guide covers how to reset the Aztech HW550-3G router to factory defaults. There is some confusion on the difference between rebooting and resetting. Rebooting refers to turning the router off and back on again. Resetting is taking all your settings and returning them to factory defaults.

Warning: Resetting this router can cause problems if you don't know what changes take place. We recommend creating a list of settings you know will be changed. Please consider the following items:

  • The router's username and password are returned to factory settings.
  • The WiFi information such as SSID, password, and encryption methods are returned to the default selections.
  • If you use a DSL connection you need to re-enter the ISP information. For more information call your ISP.
  • All settings you changed such as port forwarding are erased.

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This is the reset router guide for the Aztech HW550-3G. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Aztech HW550-3G

First of all, make sure the router is on. Then locate the tiny reset button on the back panel of the Aztech HW550-3G router. We have circled it's general location for you in the image below.

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This is the reset page from your Aztech HW550-3G router.

Now take the end of a sharp pencil or pen and press and hold the reset button for about 10 seconds.

Take caution this will erase every setting you have ever changed on the router. We recommend trying other troubleshooting methods first.

Login to the Aztech HW550-3G

After resetting the Aztech HW550-3G router you need to login using the factory defaults. We have found all this information for you and included it in the Aztech HW550-3G Login Guide.

Change Your Password

Now change that password. Default passwords are usually very easy to find on the Internet. Use our Choosing a Strong Password guide for helpful tips and ideas on creating a strong and memorable password.

Tip: It's very important not to lose this password. If you need to it's okay to write this particular password down on a piece of paper and attach it to the bottom of the router for future reference.

Setup WiFi on the Aztech HW550-3G

The last setting we are discussing in this guide is the WiFi settings. This includes everything from the SSID to the encryption method. These have all been reset and need to be reconfigured to your standards. We highly recommend the use of WPA2-PSK for your encryption. If you want a full set of instructions on this check out our How to Setup WiFi on the Aztech HW550-3G.

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This is the reset router guide for the Aztech HW550-3G. We also have the following guides for the same router: