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How to Reset the Huawei EchoLife HG520b

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If you have tried unsuccessfully to login to the Huawei Echolife-HG520b router you might need to reset it back to the original factory defaults. This type of reset is not the same thing as a reboot. When you reboot a router you cycle the power to the router. When you reset the router you take all the settings that have ever been changed and revert them back to factory defaults.

Warning: This reset is a big step and should not be taken lightly. We strongly recommend trying other troubleshooting methods before you continue. Some of the settings that will be changed are:

The router's main username and password

If this is a DSL router you need to re-enter the Internet Service Provider (ISP) username and password. This information can be gathered by calling your ISP.

The wireless information such as SSID and Internet password.

If you have changed any other settings such as port forwards or IP addresses write them down as they are erased as well.

Other Huawei EchoLife HG520b Guides

This is the reset router guide for the Huawei EchoLife HG520b. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Huawei EchoLife HG520b

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The reset button is located on the side panel of the Huawei Echolife-HG520b router.

While this router is on, take a straightened paperclip or similar object and press down on the reset button for more than 6 seconds. If you don't hold the reset button down for long enough you might end up only rebooting the router instead of resetting it like you wanted.

It's important that you remember a reset like this one is going to erase every single setting you have ever changed in the history of this device. We highly recommend trying other troubleshooting methods before deciding on a reset.

Login to the Huawei EchoLife HG520b

Once you've reset the Huawei Echolife-HG520b router you'll need to log into it. Do this by using the factory default username and password provided for your use in our Login Guide.

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

Change Your Password

Now that you've successfully reset and 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 includes no personal information and is 14-20 characters in length. For more help be sure to visit our Choosing a Strong Password Guide.

Tip: Afraid of losing your new password? Try writing it on a slip of paper and taping it to the bottom of your router.

Setup WiFi on the Huawei Echolife-HG520b

Finally it is time to begin the reconfiguration of the Huawei Echolife-HG520b router. This needs to include the wireless settings. Read our WiFi Instructions for that guide.

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This is the reset router guide for the Huawei EchoLife HG520b. We also have the following guides for the same router: