Use The Reset Button; Erase The Settings - NETGEAR C6250 User Manual

However, if you cannot find the LAN IP address or lost the password to access the modem
router, you must use the Reset button.
After you reset the modem router to factory default settings, the user name is admin, the
password is password, the LAN IP address is 192.168.0.1 (which is the same as
www.routerlogin.net and www.routerlogin.com), and the DHCP server is enabled. For a list of
factory default settings, see

Use the Reset Button

CAUTION:
This process erases all settings that you configured in the modem router.
To reset the modem router to factory default settings:
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1. On the back panel of the modem router, look for the small hole in which the Reset
button is located.
For more information about the location of the Reset button, see
2. Insert a straightened paper clip into the hole and press for at least eight seconds.
3. Release the button.
The modem router resets and restarts. This process takes about one minute.
WARNING:
To avoid the risk of corrupting the firmware, do not interrupt the
restoration. For example, do not turn off the modem router.

Erase the Settings

CAUTION:
This process erases all settings that you configured in the modem router.
To erase the settings:
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1. Launch an Internet browser from a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the
network.
2. Type http://www.routerlogin.net.
A login window opens.
3. Type admin for the user name and type your password.
If you did not yet personalize your password, type password for the password.
AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router
Factory Default Settings
Manage the Modem Router and Monitor Your Network
on page 195.
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Back Panel on page 12.