In this guide I will show you how to reset the Belkin F9K1112v1 router back to factory default settings. First there are two terms that are commonly confused. Let's discuss the difference between resetting a router and rebooting a router. To reboot a router means to cycle it's power. This is done by turning the device off, waiting about 30 seconds, then turning it back on. Some minor problems can be fixed this way. To reset the router is to take all the settings and revert every one of them back to factory default settings.
Warning: Resetting this router is a serious step. Be sure you know what to expect from this reset. We suggest creating a list of settings you know will be changed. We have started this list for you.
- The router's main username and password.
- The Internet name, and password.
- The Internet Service Provider username and password if you use DSL.
- Any other settings such as IP addresses or DNS addresses are erased.
Other Belkin F9K1112 Guides
This is the reset router guide for the Belkin F9K1112 v1. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- Belkin F9K1112 v1 - How to change the IP Address on a Belkin F9K1112 router
- Belkin F9K1112 v1 - Belkin F9K1112 Login Instructions
- Belkin F9K1112 v1 - Belkin F9K1112 User Manual
- Belkin F9K1112 v1 - How to change the DNS settings on a Belkin F9K1112 router
- Belkin F9K1112 v1 - Setup WiFi on the Belkin F9K1112
- Belkin F9K1112 v1 - Belkin F9K1112 Screenshots
- Belkin F9K1112 v1 - Information About the Belkin F9K1112 Router
Reset the Belkin F9K1112
The first step in any reset is to locate the tiny reset button. This recessed button is normally found on the back or side panel of the device. We have found it for you and circled it in the following image.
Due to the recessed and tiny nature of this button you need to take a sharpened object such as an unwound paperclip or pin to press and hold the reset button for about 10 seconds. If you just press and release this button you will only reboot the router instead of resetting it.
Remember that resetting the Belkin F9K1112v1 router will erase every setting you have ever had on your router. It's a good idea to try other troubleshooting methods before continuing.
Login to the Belkin F9K1112
Now that the Belkin F9K1112v1 router has been reset you need to login to it using the factory default username and password. We have already found these for you and included them in our Belkin F9K1112v1 Login Guide.
Change Your Password
The next step is to change the default password that comes with the router. This password is what will keep others out of your router interface. Use this Choosing a Strong Password guide to help you come up with a good password.
Tip: To avoid having to reset the Belkin F9K1112v1 router again, you should write this password down on piece of paper and attach it to the bottom of the router for future reference.
Setup WiFi on the Belkin F9K1112v1
Finally, go ahead and take a look at the WiFi settings. These include the network name, Internet password, and security method. These are important to your network security. We recommend following the steps in this How to Setup WiFi on the Belkin F9K1112v1 guide.
Belkin F9K1112 Help
Be sure to check out our other Belkin F9K1112 info that you might be interested in.
This is the reset router guide for the Belkin F9K1112 v1. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- Belkin F9K1112 v1 - How to change the IP Address on a Belkin F9K1112 router
- Belkin F9K1112 v1 - Belkin F9K1112 Login Instructions
- Belkin F9K1112 v1 - Belkin F9K1112 User Manual
- Belkin F9K1112 v1 - How to change the DNS settings on a Belkin F9K1112 router
- Belkin F9K1112 v1 - Setup WiFi on the Belkin F9K1112
- Belkin F9K1112 v1 - Belkin F9K1112 Screenshots
- Belkin F9K1112 v1 - Information About the Belkin F9K1112 Router