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How to Reset the Franklin Wireless M774

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Have you tried to login to the Franklin Wireless M774 router and been unsuccessful? It may be time to reset the Franklin Wireless M774 router back to the original factory defaults.

There is a lot of confusion when the word reset is used. In this guide when I use the term reset I mean a complete factory restore of all settings. This is different from a reboot which is simply a cycle in the power to the device.

Warning: A reset like the one I will be showing you in this guide is a big step and should not be taken lightly. We strongly recommend that you try other methods of troubleshooting before you decide to reset. Things you need to consider are:

  • The router's main username and password are erased and reverted back to factory defaults.
  • The WiFi information such as network name and password are reverted back to factory defaults.
  • If this is a DSL router you need to re-enter the ISP username and password to stay connected to the Internet. Call your local Internet Service Provider for the details.
  • If you have ever made any other changes such as IP addresses or port forwards thee are erased as well.

Other Franklin Wireless M774 Guides

This is the reset router guide for the Franklin Wireless M774. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Franklin Wireless M774

Do you know where the reset button is located? Typically the reset button is located on the back panel of the unit. I have circled the location of the reset button in the image below. Is your router similar?

router reset factory settings
This is the reset page from your Franklin Wireless M774 router.

While the router is on, take a straightened paperclip and press down on the reset button for at least 10 seconds. If you don't hold this reset button down for long enough you may end up only rebooting the router instead of resetting it like you wanted.

Please don't forget that this erases every single setting you have ever changed on your device. We strongly suggest trying other methods of troubleshooting before you decide to reset.

Login to the Franklin Wireless M774

After you've reset the Franklin Wireless M774 router you should log into it. This is accomplished by using the factory default username and password. Not sure where you can get these? We have them listed for your use in our Login Guide.

Tip: If the defaults aren't logging you in it might be because the reset button wasn't held down for long enough.

Change Your Password

Once you've logged into your router we recommend setting a new password for it. This can be whatever you like, however keep in mind that a strong password consists of 14-20 characters and includes no personal information. For more help be sure to check out our Choosing a Strong Password Guide.

Tip: Avoid losing your new password by writing it on a sticky note and attaching it to the bottom of your router.

Setup WiFi on the Franklin Wireless M774

Finally it's time to begin the reconfiguration of the Franklin Wireless M774 router. This should include the WiFi settings. We have an easy to read step by step guide for you if you're interested. Find it by clicking this link.

Franklin Wireless M774 Help

Be sure to check out our other Franklin Wireless M774 info that you might be interested in.

This is the reset router guide for the Franklin Wireless M774. We also have the following guides for the same router: