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How to Reset the Linksys WAG54G-XW

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If you have been trying to login to the Linksys WAG54G-XW router setup pages and been unable to do so it might be time to consider a reset.

When you reset a router it is different than a reboot. A reboot cycles the power to the device. A reset takes all the settings and returns every one of them back to factory defaults. All your personal data is lost in the reset.

Warning: A reset is a big step and should not be taken lightly. Before you reset the Linksys WAG54G-XW router I recommend making a list of all the settings you may of changed in the past. These settings should include:

  • The router's main setup username and password.
  • Any port forwards you have done in the past.
  • Any IP addresses you have changed or DNS servers you changed.

Other Linksys WAG54G-XW Guides

This is the reset router guide for the Linksys WAG54G-XW. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Linksys WAG54G-XW

Below is an image of a similar router. The reset button/pinhole should be located on the back panel. This button is normally more of a pinhole to avoid accidentally resetting the router.

router reset factory settings
This is the reset page from your Linksys WAG54G-XW router.

While the router is on take a straightened paperclip or similar object and press down on the reset button/pinhole for about 10 seconds. If you don't hold the reset button down for that long you might end up only rebooting the router instead of resetting it like you wanted.

Caution: DO NOT unplug or turn off the machine while the reset is happening. Doing so could result in permanent damage to the unit.

Remember a reset like this one erases every single setting you have ever changed on the device. It is strongly recommended that you exhaust your other troubleshooting options before you continue.

Login to the Linksys WAG54G-XW

After the reset is complete, it is time to login to your router. To do this you will need the default IP address, password, and username. Here at setuprouter.com we have compiled this information for you in our Linksys WAG54G-XW Login Guide.

Tip: Can't login with the defaults? You might have accidentally rebooted the router instead of resetting it. Try resetting it again, but hold down the reset button for a little longer this time.

Change Your Password

Once you successfully login to your router you should consider changing the default password as soon as possible. This will help keep your router safe and secure. To get started on making a password, check out our Choosing a Strong Password guide.

Tip: Avoid losing your password by writing it down on some paper and attaching it to the bottom of the router.

Linksys WAG54G-XW Help

Be sure to check out our other Linksys WAG54G-XW info that you might be interested in.

This is the reset router guide for the Linksys WAG54G-XW. We also have the following guides for the same router: