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How to Reset the Belkin F6D4230-4

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Before we begin let's discuss the difference between a reset and a reboot. A reboot is cycling the power to the device. This is done by turning it off and back on again. A 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 settings are changed. It is a good idea to create a list of settings you know will be changed by this reset. We have it started for you:

  • The router's username and password.
  • The Internet username and password.
  • The ISP username and password, if you have DSL.
  • Any other settings you have changed such as Port forwards or IP addresses.

Other Belkin F6D4230-4 Guides

This is the reset router guide for the Belkin F6D4230-4 v1. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Belkin F6D4230-4

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Once you've set up your NordVPN account on multiple computers and enabled Meshnet, you can seamlessly access all of your devices as if they were on the same network. You don't even have to log in to your router. It's very simple.

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To reset this router locate the tiny reset button found on the side panel of the device. We have circled it in red in the image below.

router reset factory settings
This is the reset page from your Belkin F6D4230-4 router.

Take the end of an unwound paperclip or pin to press and hold the reset button for about 10 seconds. If you hold it for less time than that you will probably only reboot the router instead of resetting it.

Be careful and remember this erases everything you have done to personalize this router. We recommend making a reset your last choice in troubleshooting the device.

Login to the Belkin F6D4230-4

After you have completed this reset you should login using the appropriate default IP address, username, and password. These are usually found in the router user manual. We have found this information for you and included it in our Login Guide for the Belkin F6D4230-4v1 router.

Change Your Password

After you login to the Belkin F6D4230-4v1 router you should change the default password. If you need help doing this we have a guide you can use for ideas and tips. It is found by clicking the link titled Choosing a Strong Password.

Tip: To avoid losing this password again, write it down on a sticky note and stick it to the bottom of the device.

Setup WiFi on the Belkin F6D4230-4v1

The last thing we will discuss is the WiFi settings. Your network security is an important job of the router. Setup the security method to WPA2-PSK and include a strong Internet password. For more details check out our guide titled How to Setup WiFi on the Belkin F6D4230-4v1.

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Belkin F6D4230-4 Help

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This is the reset router guide for the Belkin F6D4230-4 v1. We also have the following guides for the same router: