This article covers how to reset the ZyXEL P8702Nv2 router back to factory default settings. This is a much bigger deal than a router reboot. Unplugging a router from the wall reboots it. Resetting a router erases all settings from it and returns it to factory defaults.
Warning: Since this erases everything you have done to the router, there are some things you need to consider first. The following settings will be changed in your router:
- The router's login credentials are reset to factory defaults.
- All WiFi information such as network name, password, and authentication method are erased.
- Your ISP settings are reset, which means you will have to contact your ISP to get them back.
- Any port forwards, firewall settings, or parental controls that you have configured 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 ZyXEL P8702Nv2 Guides
This is the reset router guide for the ZyXEL P8702Nv2. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- ZyXEL P8702Nv2 - How to change the IP Address on a ZyXEL P8702Nv2 router
- ZyXEL P8702Nv2 - ZyXEL P8702Nv2 Login Instructions
- ZyXEL P8702Nv2 - ZyXEL P8702Nv2 User Manual
- ZyXEL P8702Nv2 - Setup WiFi on the ZyXEL P8702Nv2
- ZyXEL P8702Nv2 - ZyXEL P8702Nv2 Screenshots
- ZyXEL P8702Nv2 - Information About the ZyXEL P8702Nv2 Router
Recover Password in ZyXEL P8702Nv2
If the only reason that you are resetting your router is because you forgot your router password, then you may want to try running our Router Password Finder instead of resetting your router.
Router Password Finder can save you a ton of time by recovering your lost or forgotten router password instead of doing a full router reset.
Router Password Finder - Lost or Forgotten Router Password Recovery Tool
A router reset should be the last thing you try if you are unable to login.
Reset the ZyXEL P8702Nv2
Most routers have a small button on either the back or the bottom. Look for something that looks like this:
Even though yours may look slightly different, you need to look for a tiny button. If you find a pinhole on the back of the router then that may be the reset button. You will need a paper clip to push it.
Hold the reset button down for about 10 seconds while watching the lights on the front of your router. The blinking pattern of the lights on the front of the router should change when the reset is complete. It is harmless to hold the reset button too long.
Just don't forget that this will totally reset your ZyXEL P8702Nv2 router.
Only take this last step of fully resetting your router after you have exhausted all other troubleshooting options, such as running our Router Password Finder software, which can recover a lost router password for you.
Login to the ZyXEL P8702Nv2
Now you need to log in using the factory default username and password. You can find all of the information that you need in our P8702Nv2 Login Guide.
Change Your Password
After logging in, you should really change your router's password for added security. Leaving a router password set to default is a very serious security risk. You can follow our Choosing a Strong Password guide to help you pick a solid password for your router.
Tip: A great place to write your new password down is on a piece of paper taped to the bottom of your router.
Other ZyXEL P8702Nv2 Guides
This isn't our only ZyXEL P8702Nv2 guide. We also have the following guides for this router.
This is the reset router guide for the ZyXEL P8702Nv2. We also have the following guides for the same router:
- ZyXEL P8702Nv2 - How to change the IP Address on a ZyXEL P8702Nv2 router
- ZyXEL P8702Nv2 - ZyXEL P8702Nv2 Login Instructions
- ZyXEL P8702Nv2 - ZyXEL P8702Nv2 User Manual
- ZyXEL P8702Nv2 - Setup WiFi on the ZyXEL P8702Nv2
- ZyXEL P8702Nv2 - ZyXEL P8702Nv2 Screenshots
- ZyXEL P8702Nv2 - Information About the ZyXEL P8702Nv2 Router