Have you been trying to login to the Huawei E5220 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 reset I do not mean a reboot. A reboot is a cycle in the power to the unit. A reset is where you take all the settings and return them to factory defaults. This means every single setting you have ever changed is erased and returned to factory defaults.
Warning: Resetting the Huawei E5220 router is a big step and should not be taken lightly. We strongly recommend making a list of all the settings you may of changed in the past. These include the:
- The router's main username and password.
- The WiFi SSID and password.
- If this is a DSL router you need to re-enter the ISP (Internet Service Provider) username and password. Call your ISP for these details.
- If you have made any other changes to this device make sure to write them down in this list.
Other Huawei E5220 Guides
This is the reset router guide for the Huawei E5220. We also have the following guides for the same router:
Reset the Huawei E5220
Below is an image of the Huawei E5220 router with the back panel removed. Notice where the reset button is located.
While the device is on take a straightened paperclip and press down on the reset button until all the indicator lights go off. This could take up to 10 seconds. If you don't hold the reset button down until all the indicator lights turn off you might end up only rebooting the router instead of resetting it like you wanted.
Warning: Do not unplug or turn off the router during the reset process! Doing so could result in permanent damage to the router.
Remember a reset like the one you will be doing here is erasing every single setting you have ever changed in the history of this device. Please consider other methods of troubleshooting before you continue.
Login to the Huawei E5220
Once you've successfully reset your Huawei E5220 router you'll need to log into it. This is done by using the factory default username and password. Not sure where you can find 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
After you've logged into your router we recommend setting a new password for your router. This can be whatever you like, however keep in mind that a strong password includes no personal is 14-20 characters in length. 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 putting it on the bottom of your router.
Setup WiFi on the Huawei E5220
The next step is to begin the reconfiguration process. An important part of that is the WiFi settings. Check out our Huawei E5220 WiFi Instructions for an easy to follow guide telling you how to properly secure the Huawei E5220 router.
Huawei E5220 Help
Be sure to check out our other Huawei E5220 info that you might be interested in.
This is the reset router guide for the Huawei E5220. We also have the following guides for the same router: