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How to Reset the Bandluxe R505

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In this guide I will show you how to reset the Bandluxe R505 router back to factory defaults. There is a lot of confusion between the terms reset and reboot. To reboot a router you need to cycle it's power usually done by turning it off and back on again. No settings are changed during a reboot. On the other hand a reset is taking every single setting in your router and returning it back to factory settings.

Warning: Take caution when you reset this router because problems could occur if you don't know what changes during a reset. We suggest making a list of all the settings you have changed. Consider the following when making this list:

  • The router's username and password are reverted back to factory settings.
  • The WiFi settings such as SSID, password, and security method are all reverted to factory settings.
  • If you use a DSL router you need to re-enter the ISP information in order to continue using the Internet. This is usually a username and password. For more information call your ISP.
  • All settings you have changed are erased. This could include firewall changes, IP addresses, or even port forwards.

Other Bandluxe R505 Guides

This is the reset router guide for the Bandluxe R505. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Bandluxe R505

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Once you are ready to reset the Bandluxe R505 router make sure it remains on during the entire reset process. This means don't unplug or turn off the router during the process. Doing so could cause permanent damage to the device.

Now you need to find the tiny recessed reset button. This typically found on the back panel. We have circled it's approximate location in the image below.

router reset factory settings
This is the reset page from your Bandluxe R505 router.

Take the tip of a sharpened pencil or pen to press and hold the reset button for about 10 seconds.

This WILL erase everything you have changed on your router so it's a good idea to try other troubleshooting methods first.

Login to the Bandluxe R505

Once you have finished the reset you should login using the appropriate default username and password. You can find these in the user manual or sometimes on the device itself. We have found them for you and included them in the Bandluxe R505 Login Guide.

Change Your Password

After logging into the Bandluxe R505 you need to change the router's password. It's never a good idea to leave a password as it's default. Change it to something you can remember. If you need to get some help we have a guide with ideas and tips in it. Check it out in our Choosing a Strong Password guide.

Setup WiFi on the Bandluxe R505

The last setting we will discuss is the WiFi setting. All of the items in this category have been reset as well. We recommend using the security of WPA2-PSK. For step-by-step instructions check out our How to Setup WiFi on the Bandluxe R505 guide.

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This is the reset router guide for the Bandluxe R505. We also have the following guides for the same router: