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How to Reset the Belkin F5D8632-4

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This guide covers how to reset the Belkin F5D8632-4v1 router back to factory defaults. There seems to be a lot of confusion between the terms reset and reboot. A reboot is like a restart. It is cycling the power to the device by turning it off and back on again. A factory reset is taking all the settings and returning them to factory defaults.

Warning: Resetting this router can cause problems if you don't know what a reset changes. It is safe to assume everything has changed. Create a list of settings you know will change. Consider the following when making this list.

  • The router's username and password are returned to factory settings.
  • The WiFi SSID, password, and security method are all returned to factory defaults.
  • The ISP username and password are erased if you own DSL. You will need to call your ISP for more information.
  • Any other settings such as port forwards are erased. You will need to re-enter these.

Other Belkin F5D8632-4 Guides

This is the reset router guide for the Belkin F5D8632-4 v1. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Belkin F5D8632-4

Now that you have decided to reset the Belkin F5D8632-4v1 router you need to locate the small reset button. It is usually located on the back or side panel of the device. We have found the location for you and circled it in the image below.

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This is the reset page from your Belkin F5D8632-4 router.

Take the end of an unwound paperclip to press and hold the reset button for about 10 seconds. Less time causes a reboot instead of a reset. It is also important to keep the device on during this reset. Do not unplug or turn off the router during this process as it could cause damage to the device.

Remember this erases everything you have done to this router. We strongly recommend trying other troubleshooting methods before continuing.

Login to the Belkin F5D8632-4

Next you need to login to the Belkin F5D8632-4v1 router using the proper default username and password. This information can be found by looking in the user manual or in our Login Guide for the Belkin F5D8632-4v1.

Change Your Password

Once you have logged into the Belkin F5D8632-4v1 router you should change your password to something you create. Do not leave it as the default, especially if the default is blank. For great tips and ideas on creating passwords check out our Choosing a Strong Password guide.

Tip: Don't lose this password, if you don't already have somewhere you put passwords then go ahead and write it down on a piece of paper and attach it to the bottom of the device for next time you need to login.

Setup WiFi on the Belkin F5D8632-4v1

The last setting we are discussing in this guide are the WiFi settings. These setting will include the SSID, password, and security method. Some router manufacturers leave the security open as default. This means anyone can access your network. Change this to WPA2-PSK for the best security. For more details check out our How to Setup WiFi on the Belkin F5D8632-4v1.

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This is the reset router guide for the Belkin F5D8632-4 v1. We also have the following guides for the same router: