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How to Reset the Huawei HG655d

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Have you tried to login to the Huawei HG655d router and been unsuccessful? It might be time to consider a reset. A reset is not the same thing as a reboot. When you reboot the Huawei HG655d router it simply cycles the power to the device and restarts it. When you reset the Huawei HG655d router you take all the settings and return them all to how they were from the factory.

Warning: This means every setting you have ever changed is erased and returned to how it was when it left the factory. We recommend making a list of all the settings you may need to change if you reset the Huawei HG655d router. These settings include:

  • The router's main username and password.
  • The Internet name and password.
  • Is this a DSL router? If so you need to re-enter the Internet Service Provider (ISP) username and password. Call your local ISP for the details.
  • Have opened any ports or changed any IP addresses?

Other Huawei HG655d Guides

This is the reset router guide for the Huawei HG655d. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Huawei HG655d

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Below is an image of the side and back panel of the Huawei HG655d router. I have circled the reset button for you.

router reset factory settings
This is the reset page from your Huawei HG655d router.

While the router is on, take a straightened paperclip and press down on the reset button for more than 6 seconds. If you don't it will simply reboot the Huawei HG655d router instead of resetting it like you wanted.

Please remember a reset is going to erase every single setting you have ever changed in the lifetime of this device. We strongly recommend you try other troubleshooting methods first.

Login to the Huawei HG655d

Now that you've successfully reset your Huawei HG655d router you'll want 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 working for you 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 it. This can be whatever you like, however keep in mind 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: To keep from losing your new password try writing it on a sticky note and attaching it to the bottom of your router.

Setup WiFi on the Huawei HG655d

It is now time to setup the wireless on the Huawei HG655d router. Take the time to read our Huawei HG655d WiFi Instructions before you do that.

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Huawei HG655d Help

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This is the reset router guide for the Huawei HG655d. We also have the following guides for the same router: