This article covers how to reset the Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 router back to factory default settings. A router reset is very different than a router reboot. Unplugging a router from the wall reboots it. This is different from a reset because a reset completely erases all settings from the router.
Warning: Proceed with caution; resetting your router can be a major headache. A router reset will affect the following settings:
- The router's login and password are reset.
- All WiFi settings are reset, including network name and password.
- All ISP settings will reset to default, and you may have to contact your ISP.
- All parental controls, firewall settings, and port forwards will be removed.
A router reset is the last step you should take in recovering your router's password. Make sure that you have tried to recover your router password using our Router Password Finder first.
Other Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 Guides
This is the reset router guide for the Xperio Labs XL-8121W12. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 - How to change the IP Address on a Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 router
- Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 - Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 Login Instructions
- Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 - Setup WiFi on the Xperio Labs XL-8121W12
- Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 - Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 Screenshots
- Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 - Information About the Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 Router
Recover Password in Xperio Labs XL-8121W12
If you are resetting your router because you forgot your router password, then you should try running our Router Password Finder first.
Router Password Finder is designed from the ground up to help you recover your forgotten router username and password, which can save you a lot of time.
Router Password Finder - Lost or Forgotten Router Password Recovery Tool
Only after you have tried to recover your missing router username and password should you perform a full router reset.
Reset the Xperio Labs XL-8121W12
On most routers you can find a small button on the back or the bottom labeled reset. Look for something that looks like this:
Even though yours may look slightly different, you need to look for a tiny button. You might find a pinhole on the back of the router that requires a paper clip to push the button hidden under it.
Watch the lights on the front of your router and hold the reset button down for about 10 seconds. After a few seconds the lights should blink differently. When this happens, the reset is complete. Do not be concerned about holding the reset button down too long. It will not hurt anything.
Keep in mind that this will completely reset your Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 router.
Be sure to only reset your router if you have tried everything else, such as running our Router Password Finder software, which can find your lost or forgotten router password for you.
Login to the Xperio Labs XL-8121W12
After you are finished resetting your router, you need to login in using the original factory username and password. You can follow the XL-8121W12 Login Guide to find everything that you need to log in.
Change Your Password
After logging in, you should really change your router's password for added security. It is a huge security risk to leave your router's password set to the factory default. Our Choosing a Strong Password guide talks about choosing a strong password for your router.
Tip: Write your new password down on a note and tape it to the bottom of your router for future reference.
Other Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 Guides
If you want additional help with your Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 be sure to check out some of our other guides.
This is the reset router guide for the Xperio Labs XL-8121W12. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 - How to change the IP Address on a Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 router
- Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 - Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 Login Instructions
- Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 - Setup WiFi on the Xperio Labs XL-8121W12
- Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 - Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 Screenshots
- Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 - Information About the Xperio Labs XL-8121W12 Router