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How to Reset the Linksys WPS54G

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Here I will describe how to reset the Linksys WPS54G router back to factory defaults. There seems to be a lot of confusion between a reset and a reboot.

A reboot is a cycle to the power of the router.

A reset is a full factory restore of all settings.

Warning: A reset erases all your personal data. To avoid this you must try to solve your problem with other methods of troubleshooting. I also recommend making a list of all the possible settings you have changed in the past. These should include:

  • The router's main username and password.
  • The WiFi SSID and password.
  • If this is a DSL router you need to re-enter the ISP (Internet Service Provider) username and password. Call your ISP for these details.
  • What other settings need to written down?

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This is the reset router guide for the Linksys WPS54G. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Linksys WPS54G

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Looking at the image below you can see the reset button on the right side. I have circled it for you in red.

router reset factory settings
This is the reset page from your Linksys WPS54G router.

First, make sure the router is plugged in and turned on. Then take a ball point pen and press down on the reset button for about 10 seconds. This starts the reset process which sometimes takes upwards of several minutes to complete. If you don't hold this button down for the full 10 seconds you might end up rebooting the router instead of resetting it like you planned.

Warning: DO NOT unplug or turn off the router during the reset process. This could cause permanent damage to the device.

Remember a reset like this one erases every single setting you have ever changed in the past. I strongly advise you to try other methods of troubleshooting before you continue with this reset.

Login to the Linksys WPS54G

Now that your Linksys WPS54G router has finished resetting you will need to login to it. To do this you will need the default login information. This includes the default IP address, password, and username. This information can be found in our Login Guide for the Linksys WPS54G router.

Tip: If the defaults aren't working then the router might have not been properly reset. Try resetting it again but this time hold down the reset button for a little longer.

Change Your Password

After you login to the router you should consider changing the password as soon as possible. Default passwords are easy to guess which makes them terrible passwords. Try to make your new password unique. Visit our Choosing a Strong Password guide for some helpful advice on securing your router.

Tip: Want to keep from losing your password? Write it down on a note of some kind and then attach it to the bottom of the router.

Setup WiFi on the Linksys WPS54G

The next step is to secure your wireless network. This can be done by configuring the router's WiFi settings. Our Linksys WPS54G WiFi Instructions are easy to follow and will guide you through this important process.

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This is the reset router guide for the Linksys WPS54G. We also have the following guides for the same router: