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How to Reset the Belkin F5D8630-4A

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In this guide I am going to talk about resetting the Belkin F5D8630-4Av1 router back to factory defaults. This is not the same thing as rebooting a router. Rebooting a router is simply turning it off and back on again to cycle the power. Resetting the router is taking all the settings and returning them to how they were from the factory.

Warning: Resetting this router can be problematic if you don't understand what settings have been changed. Making a list of all the settings you know will change is a great idea. Consider the following when creating this list:

  • The router's main username and password are reverted.
  • The WiFi SSID, password, and security method are all returned to factory settings.
  • The ISP username and password are erased if you use DSL.
  • Any other settings like port forwards or IP address changes.

Other Belkin F5D8630-4A Guides

This is the reset router guide for the Belkin F5D8630-4A v1. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Belkin F5D8630-4A

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After you have decided to reset the Belkin F5D8630-4Av1 router you need to find the tiny reset button. This button is normally located on the back or side panel of the device. We have found it for you and circled it's location for you in the image below.

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This is the reset page from your Belkin F5D8630-4A router.

Now take the end of an unwound paperclip and press down on the button for 10 seconds. If you don't continue to hold this button down for the entire 10 seconds you may only reboot the router instead of resetting it.

Remember that resetting the Belkin F5D8630-4Av1 router will erase every setting you have ever changed on your router. We recommend that you try other troubleshooting options before you reset it.

Login to the Belkin F5D8630-4A

After resetting the Belkin F5D8630-4Av1 router you need to login using the appropriate default IP address, username, and password. We have found these for you and included them in our Login Guide for the Belkin F5D8630-4Av1.

Change Your Password

Next it is a very good idea to change this password immediately. Belkin doesn't tend to use default usernames or passwords which make it easy to access. This means it is also extremely easy for someone else to access. Changing your router interface password is a very good idea. If you need tips or ideas on creating a good password check out our Choosing a Strong Password guide.

Tip: Write this new password down somewhere you won't lose it. One good place is on the underside of your router.

Setup WiFi on the Belkin F5D8630-4Av1

The last setting we are going to discuss is the WiFi settings. These will include the SSID, password, and security method. We recommend the use of WPA2-PSK for your security measure. When you do this it will require an Internet password to be created. For a full set of instructions and explanations check out this How to Setup WiFi on the Belkin F5D8630-4Av1 router.

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Belkin F5D8630-4A Help

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This is the reset router guide for the Belkin F5D8630-4A v1. We also have the following guides for the same router: