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How to Reset the Cradlepoint MBR1200

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On this page I will show you how to properly reset the Cradlepoint MBR1200 router back to it's original factory defaults. This is not the same thing as a reboot. A reboot is a cycle of power to the device. To manually do this you would unplug the power source, wait a bit, then turn it back on. This is done to solve minor behavioral problems you may be having with the Cradlepoint MBR1200. A reset takes all the settings you have ever changed and "forgets" them returning every one of them back to factory defaults.

Warning: Resetting this router can be even more of a problem for you if you don't know what settings have been changed. We recommend making a list of the settings you have changed so you can reconfigure them later. Please consider the following:

  • The router's main username and password are reverted to factory defaults.
  • The Internet name and passphrase are also reverted to factory defaults.
  • If you own a DSL router you need to re-enter the ISP username and password. Call your local Internet Service Provider for more details.
  • If you have ever made any other changes to this router you need to write these down because they will be gone after the reset is complete.

Other Cradlepoint MBR1200 Guides

This is the reset router guide for the Cradlepoint MBR1200. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Cradlepoint MBR1200

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The first step in a reset is locate the reset button. Luckily we have found it for you and circled it in the image below:

router reset factory settings
This is the reset page from your Cradlepoint MBR1200 router.

As you can see this button is quite small and indented in the panel itself. Take the end of a paperclip and press down on the reset button for about 10 seconds. This starts the process which could take upwards of a minute to complete. If you don't hold this button down for the entire amount of time you could end up only rebooting the router instead of resetting it like you wanted.

Remember a successful reset erases every setting you have ever changed. If you want to try and avoid that you need to try other troubleshooting methods first.

Login to the Cradlepoint MBR1200

Reset your Cradlepoint MBR1200 router? You'll want to login to it using the default username and password. These can be found in our Login Guide.

Tip: If the defaults don't seem to be working for you it may be because you didn't hold the reset button down for long enough.

Change Your Password

Logged in? Now you should change your router's default password. Check out our Choosing a Strong Password Guide for helpful hints and suggestions.

Tip: To make sure you don't lose your password it may be a good idea to write it on a sticky note and put it on the bottom of your router.

Setup WiFi on the Cradlepoint MBR1200

Almost done. Take a look at the wireless settings to make sure your network is secure. The SSID, Internet password, and security mode need to be updated after resetting. For instructions on this check out our guide titled How to Setup WiFi on the Cradlepoint MBR1200.

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Cradlepoint MBR1200 Help

Be sure to check out our other Cradlepoint MBR1200 info that you might be interested in.

This is the reset router guide for the Cradlepoint MBR1200. We also have the following guides for the same router: