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How to Reset the Linksys WRT300N

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On this page I will be showing you how to reset the Linksys WRT300N router back to the original factory defaults.

This is not the same thing as a reboot. When you reboot a router you cycle the power to the unit. No settings are changed during a reboot. When you reset a router you take all the current settings and return every one of them back to factory defaults.

Warning: A factory reset like this one is a big step. Do not take this lightly. I recommend trying other methods of troubleshooting before you decide to reset. It is also a great idea to make a list of all the possible settings you have changed in the past. This list should include:

  • The router's main username and password used to access the router setup pages. Do not confuse these with the WiFi settings.
  • The WiFi settings such as the SSID/network name and Internet password.
  • Are you resetting a DSL router? If you are make sure to re-enter the Internet Service Provider (ISP) username and password as well. If you don't know what these are call your local Internet provider.
  • Write down any other settings you can think of. This includes anything from port forwards to IP addresses or parental controls.

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This is the reset router guide for the Linksys WRT300N. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Linksys WRT300N

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After you have decided to reset the Linksys WRT300N router you need to locate the reset button on the outside of the router itself. I have found it for you and circled it for you in red. Notice that it is on the back panel next to the power button.

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This is the reset page from your Linksys WRT300N router.

First of all, make sure the router is plugged in and powered on.

Secondly, take a sharp object such as a straightened paperclip or pen and press down on the reset button for approximately 10 seconds. If you don't hold the reset button down long enough you run the risk of simply rebooting it instead of resetting it like you wanted. This will sometimes cause confusion when trying to login using the defaults.

Warning: DO NOT unplug or turn off the router during the reset process. If you do it can cause permanent damage to the router.

Don't forget that this reset erases every single setting you have ever changed in the past. I strongly recommend trying other methods of troubleshooting before you decide to reset the router back to factory defaults.

Login to the Linksys WRT300N

After the Linksys WRT300N router has been reset you will be required to login to it by using the default login information. Not sure what this is? You can find all the information you need to login to your router in our Linksys WRT300N Login Guide.

Tip: Can't login with the defaults? Try resetting the router again but this time hold down the reset button for a little longer to make sure that it properly resets.

Change Your Password

Make sure that you change the router's password from the default as soon as possible. Default passwords are easy to guess which makes them not very secure. Try to make your new password unique. If you need help making a secure password then visit our Choosing a Strong Password guide.

Tip: Want to keep from losing your password? Write it down for future reference on a note and then attach it to the base of the router.

Setup WiFi on the Linksys WRT300N

Next you will want to secure your wireless network by configuring the router's WiFi settings. Not sure how this is done? To get started on this important step just follow our WiFi Instructions for the Linksys WRT300N router.

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Linksys WRT300N Help

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This is the reset router guide for the Linksys WRT300N. We also have the following guides for the same router: