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How to Reset the Hitron Technologies CGN3ACSMR

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Have you tried to login to the Hitron Technologies CGN3ACSMR router without success? It might be time to consider a reset. There is a lot of confusion between a reset and a reboot. In this guide when I use the term reboot I am referring to a cycle in the power to the unit. You can do this manually by unplugging the router and plugging it back in after a few seconds. In this guide when I use the term reset I am referring to a full factory restore of all the settings.

Warning: Resetting this router is a big step. All of your personal data is erased. We strongly recommend creating a list of all the settings that might be changed during the reset. These will include:

  • The router's main username and password.
  • The WiFi SSID, encryption and password.
  • If this is a DSL router you need to re-enter the ISP or Internet Service Provider username and password. Call your local ISP for these details.
  • What other settings have you changed? Have you forwarded any ports? How about IP addresses or DNS servers?

Other Hitron Technologies CGN3ACSMR Guides

This is the reset router guide for the Hitron Technologies CGN3ACSMR 4.5.8.21. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Hitron Technologies CGN3ACSMR

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Below is an image of the back panel of the Hitron Technologies CGN3ACSMR router. I have circled the reset button for you in red. Notice that this button is more of a pinhole. This is to avoid accidental resets.

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This is the reset page from your Hitron Technologies CGN3ACSMR router.

While the router is on, take a straightened paperclip or other similar object and press down on the reset button for more than 5 seconds. This begins the reset process which can sometimes take several minutes to complete. If you don't hold the reset button down for a full 5 seconds you end up rebooting the router instead of resetting it.

Warning: DO NOT unplug or turn off the router during the reset process! Doing so could result in permanent damage to your router.

Please remember a reset like this one erases every single setting you have ever changed in the past. We highly recommend trying other troubleshooting methods before you continue.

Login to the Hitron Technologies CGN3ACSMR

After resetting the router you need to login to it using the default IP address, password, and username. We have compiled this information for you in our Hitron Technologies CGN3ACSMR Login Guide.

Tip: Defaults not working? Don't panic! You might have accidentally rebooted the router instead of resetting it. Try again but hold down the reset button for a little longer.

Change Your Password

Once you login to your Hitron Technologies CGN3ACSMR router you should change the default password since it is not very secure. Check out our Choosing a Strong Password guide for advice on making a secure password.

Tip: To avoid losing your new password try writing it down on a piece of paper and attach it to the bottom of the router.

Setup WiFi on the Hitron Technologies CGN3ACSMR

Next you should configure the wireless settings in order to secure your network. Our WiFi Instructions for the Hitron Technologies CGN3ACSMR router are easy to follow and will help you properly configure your Wifi.

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Hitron Technologies CGN3ACSMR Help

Be sure to check out our other Hitron Technologies CGN3ACSMR info that you might be interested in.

This is the reset router guide for the Hitron Technologies CGN3ACSMR 4.5.8.21. We also have the following guides for the same router: