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How to Reset the Linksys SPA-841

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On this page I will describe how to reset the Linksys SPA-841 phone adapter.

The type of reset I am describing is not the same thing as a reboot. When you reboot a device you are simply cycling the power to the unit. When you reset a router you take all the settings and return them to factory defaults.

Warning: Resetting the Linksys SPA-841 is a big step. It is important that you understand a reset like this one erases all your personal data. I recommend making a list of all the possible settings you have changed in the past. Consider the following:

  • The router's main username and password if you have one are erased.
  • Any port forwarding you have done is lost and needs to be reconfigured.
  • IP addresses that have been changed need to be re-entered.
  • Parental controls, DNS, etc... are all lost. A full reconfiguration of the router needs to be done.

Other Linksys SPA-841 Guides

This is the reset router guide for the Linksys SPA-841. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Linksys SPA-841

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To reset the Linksys SPA-841 phone adapter you first need to use the keypad to key in ****.

Wait for the message "Linksys configuration menu. Please enter option followed by the pound key or hang-up to exit".

Press 73738#. Then confirm that by pressing 1.

You should then hear Option Successful at which point you may hang up.

Do Not unplug or turn off the router or phone adapter during the reset process. Doing so can cause permanent damage to the unit.

Login to the Linksys SPA-841

After the reset is complete you will need to login to your Linksys SPA-841 router. To accomplish this you have to use the default login information from the factory. Not sure what this is? Check it out in our Login Guide for the Linksys SPA-841 router.

Change Your Password

Next you should change your router's password as soon as possible. Try to make the new password unique and be about 14-20 characters long. If you need any additional help coming up with a secure password, visit our Choosing a Strong Password guide.

Tip: Don't want to lose your password? Try writing it down on a note of some kind and attach it to the bottom of the router.

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Linksys SPA-841 Help

Be sure to check out our other Linksys SPA-841 info that you might be interested in.

This is the reset router guide for the Linksys SPA-841. We also have the following guides for the same router: