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How to Reset the Dlink AirPlus DI-624S

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On this page I will be showing you the proper way to reset the Dlink DI-624S router back to it's original factory defaults. It's important to know that this is not the same thing as a reboot. When I use the word reboot I am referring to a cycle in the power to the device. I am referring to a physical shutdown of power to the device. This is done to fix minor problems such as an error. When I use the word reset I am referring to a hard reset in which all settings are restored to how they were straight out of the factory. This means every setting you have ever changed on this device will be erased.

Warning: Resetting this router can cause you more problems if you aren't aware of what settings are changed and what ones are not. We recommend making a list of all settings that you changed in the past. Consider the following list:

  • The main username and password used to access the router's interface are erased.
  • The Internet name and password are also reverted back to factory values.
  • If you use a DSL connection you need to re-enter the ISP (Internet Service Provider) username and password. We suggest calling your local ISP for the details on this.
  • Have you made any other changes? Write everything you can think of down so you can reconfigure them after the reset is complete.

Other Dlink AirPlus DI-624S Guides

This is the reset router guide for the Dlink AirPlus DI-624S. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Dlink AirPlus DI-624S

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To reset the Dlink DI-624S router you must first know where the reset button is located. Take a look at the back panel of the device. It has been circled in the image below.

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This is the reset page from your Dlink AirPlus DI-624S router.

Taking the tip of an unwound paperclip, press and hold the reset button for about 10 seconds. This begins the reset process which sometimes takes upwards of several minutes to complete.

Warning: If you don't hold the reset button down for long enough you end up only rebooting the unit instead of resetting it like you wanted.

Remember this reset erases every single personal configuration you have ever made. If you want to avoid this loss you should try other methods of troubleshooting before you decide to continue with this reset.

Login to the Dlink AirPlus DI-624S

After resetting the Dlink DI-624S router you'll need to log into it. This is done by using the factory default username and password found in our Login Guide.

Tip: Defaults not logging you in? It could be because the reset button wasn't held down for long enough.

Change Your Password

Now that you've logged in we suggeset setting a new password. This password will protect your router settings, not your wireless network. For help setting one visit our Choosing a Strong Password Guide.

Tip: Keep from losing your new password by writing it on a note and taping it to the underside of your router.

Setup WiFi on the Dlink DI-624S

You can now check on the WiFi settings. This should include the SSID/network name, password, and security or encryption method. For the strongest form of security we suggest using the option of WPA2 with a good strong password. Learn more in our guide titled How to Setup WiFi on the Dlink DI-624S.

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Dlink AirPlus DI-624S Help

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This is the reset router guide for the Dlink AirPlus DI-624S. We also have the following guides for the same router: