Have you been trying to login to the Hotline DX-R204A router and been unsuccessful? It could be time to consider a reset. When I use the word reset I mean a complete factory restore of all settings. A reboot on the other hand will simply cycle the power to the unit.
Warning: In this reset all settings you have changed in the past are erased and reverted back to factory defaults. We strongly recommend trying other methods of troubleshooting before you continue. You should also make a list of all the settings you may of changed in the past such as:
- The main username and password that allows access to the router's interface.
- Any port forwarding you have done in the past.
- Write down any other settings such as IP address changes or DNS setting changes.
Other Hotline DX-R204A Guides
This is the reset router guide for the Hotline DX-R204A. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- Hotline DX-R204A - How to change the IP Address on a Hotline DX-R204A router
- Hotline DX-R204A - Hotline DX-R204A Login Instructions
- Hotline DX-R204A - How to change the DNS settings on a Hotline DX-R204A router
- Hotline DX-R204A - Information About the Hotline DX-R204A Router
- Hotline DX-R204A - Hotline DX-R204A Screenshots
Reset the Hotline DX-R204A
Unfortunately we don't have an image of the Hotline DX-R204A router but I can show you a typical placement for a reset button. Below I have circled a reset button on a different router. It should be similar for the router you are resetting.
First, be sure the router is on. Then due to the small size of the actual reset button use a straightened paperclip or other similar object to press and hold down the reset button for about 10 seconds. Some routers have the router setup so if you don't hold this button down for the entire amount of time it reboots the unit instead of resetting it like you wanted.
Remember the type of reset I am describing here will erase every single setting you have ever changed in the history of this router. Please be sure this is really what you want to do before continuing.
Login to the Hotline DX-R204A
Following that you'll need to log into your Hotline DX-R204A router. This is accomplished by using the factory default username and password listed for your use 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
Once you've reset and logged into your router we suggest setting a new password for it. This can be whatever you like, however remember that a strong password is 14-20 characters in length and includes no personal information. For more help be sure to take a look through our Choosing a Strong Password Guide.
Tip: Prevent yourself from losing your new password by writing it on a sticky note and attaching it to the bottom of your router.
Hotline DX-R204A Help
Be sure to check out our other Hotline DX-R204A info that you might be interested in.
This is the reset router guide for the Hotline DX-R204A. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- Hotline DX-R204A - How to change the IP Address on a Hotline DX-R204A router
- Hotline DX-R204A - Hotline DX-R204A Login Instructions
- Hotline DX-R204A - How to change the DNS settings on a Hotline DX-R204A router
- Hotline DX-R204A - Information About the Hotline DX-R204A Router
- Hotline DX-R204A - Hotline DX-R204A Screenshots