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How to Reset a Belkin Router

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A factory reset puts a Belkin router back to its default settings, including the blank admin password.

Before You Reset

A reset erases your WiFi settings, port forwards and Internet login. Write down your ISP login (PPPoE username and password) if you have one. A restart (power off and on) keeps all your settings.

Method 1: The Reset Button

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Resetting the Belkin F9K1116.
  1. With the router on, press and hold the Reset button on the back for 15 seconds.
  2. Let go. The router restarts with its default settings after a minute or two.

On some older Belkin routers, a short press of 1 to 5 seconds only restarts the router. Hold the button for the full 15 seconds to reset it.

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Resetting the Belkin F7D6301.

Method 2: Reset From the Web Interface

Log in, go to Utilities > Restore Factory Defaults and click Restore Defaults. On the newer dashboard, go to Advanced Settings > Reset (or Utilities).

After the Reset

  1. Connect to the default WiFi on the label, or plug in a cable.
  2. Go to http://192.168.2.1 and log in with a blank password.
  3. Set an admin password (Utilities > System Settings), set up WiFi and re-enter your Internet settings.