How to Reset the Belkin F1Pl242ENau

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In this guide we will go over how to reset the Belkin F1Pl242ENau router to original factory defaults. There is a lot of confusion between the terms reset and reboot. To reboot a router is cycling the power by turning it off and back on again. Resetting the router is taking all the settings and returning them to factory defaults.

Warning: Resetting this router can cause problems if you don't know what to expect. Take the following into consideration before continuing:

  • The router's main username and password are returned to factory defaults.
  • If you use DSL you need to re-enter the ISP username and password. Call your ISP for this info.
  • All other settings like port forwards or IP address changes are erased.

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Reset the Belkin F1Pl242ENau

The first step is to find the tiny recessed button. This reset button is typically found on the back panel of the router. We have found it's location for you and circled it in the image below.

router reset factory settings
This is the reset page from your Belkin F1Pl242ENau router.

Take a pin or unwound paperclip to press and hold the tiny reset button for about 10 seconds. The router must be on in order for this to work. Do not unplug or turn off the router in the middle of the reset process as that could cause permanent damage to the router.

Don't forget this WILL erase everything you have done to this router in order to personalize it. We recommend trying other options first.

Login to the Belkin F1Pl242ENau

After resetting you should login to the Belkin F1Pl242ENau router using the correct default username and password. We have this information for you in our Belkin F1Pl242ENau Login Guide.

Change Your Password

Now that you have logged into the Belkin F1Pl242ENau router it's a very good idea to change this default password to something you come up with. If creating new passwords isn't easy check out our guide titled Choosing a Strong Password. It is full of ideas and helpful tips.

Tip: As long as your router is in a secure location you can write this new password down on a piece of paper and stick it to the underside of the router for future reference.

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This is the reset router guide for the Belkin F1Pl242ENau. We also have the following guides for the same router: