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How to Reset the iiNet Belkin-F1P1243EGau

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Have you been trying to login to the iiNet Belkin-F1P1243EGau router's web interface but been unsuccessful? It might be time to consider a reset. A reset like this one is not the same thing as a reboot. When you reboot your router you cycle the power to the unit. When you reset a router you take all the settings and return them to factory defaults.

Tip: This means everything you have ever changed is erased and returned to factory defaults. We recommend making a list of all the settings you may of changed in the past. Some of these settings are:

  • The router's username and password.
  • The Internet name and password.
  • The Internet Service Provider username and password if this is a DSL router. Call your ISP for these details.
  • Have you made any other changes to this router? If so you need to write these down as well.

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Reset the iiNet Belkin-F1P1243EGau

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Below is an image of the back panel. I have circled the reset pinhole for you.

router reset factory settings
This is the reset page from your iiNet Belkin-F1P1243EGau router.

While the router is on, take a straight pin or straightened paperclip and press down on the reset button for about 10 seconds. This starts the reset process. If you don't hold the reset button down for the entire 10 seconds you might end up only rebooting the router instead of resetting it like you wanted.

Login to the iiNet Belkin-F1P1243EGau

After you've successfully reset the iiNet Belkin-F1P1243EGau router you'll want to log into it. This is accomplished by using the factory default username and password. If you're not sure where you can find these, don't worry. We have them 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 logged into your router we suggest 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 take a look through our Choosing a Strong Password Guide.

Tip: Keep from losing your new password by writing it on a slip of paper and attaching it to the bottom of your router.

Setup WiFi on the iiNet Belkin-F1P1243EGau

Finally you need to begin the reconfiguration process. This needs to include the WiFi settings. Take a moment to read the iiNet Belkin-F1P1243EGau WiFi Instructions.

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This is the reset router guide for the iiNet Belkin-F1P1243EGau. We also have the following guides for the same router: