How to Log Into a Linksys Router

This wikiHow teaches you how to log in to a Linksys router using a Web browser on your computer.

Steps

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    Connect your computer to the network. Connect to the same network the Linksys router is on.
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    Go to http://192.168.1.1 in a Web browser. This should connect you to the router.
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    Enter your username in the labeled field. If you haven't changed the username from the factory default, leave it blank.
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    Enter your password in the labeled field. If you haven't changed your password from the factory defaults, type admin in the password field.[1]
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    Click Log In.

Community Q&A

  • Question
    How do I find my password?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    If you haven't changed it, you can research your model of router online to find out the default administrative login. If you've changed it and can't recall your password, you'll likely have to do a factory reset on the router to restore its settings to those when you first purchased it.
  • Question
    Does wifi support Facebook login for free access?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    It might -- it depends on what type of wifi service you get.
  • Question
    How can I boost my WiFi in the house?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Put it in the middle of our house so it can be accessed just about anywhere, and if need be, buy a WiFi extender for any areas you have trouble getting a connection. These work really well and they're inexpensive.
  • Question
    Where can I find the gateway IP?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Under your router will be the default Gateway IP. Use that IP address to log into your router. On Windows, use ipconfig (a command used in command prompt) to find it. It will be labeled as "Default Gateway." On Mac, it will be "ifconfig | grep "inet " | grep -v 127.0.0.1"
  • Question
    I accidentally changed my router to remote access. How can I get back into it?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Hold down the reset button (very tiny button you'll find on your router) for 10 seconds and your login credentials will be reset to factory settings. Then enter the default credentials.
  • Question
    Can I set up my router on another computer in another location and then use it at home?
    R2_d2000
    R2_d2000
    Top Answerer
    Yes. The router will save its configuration settings, so you should be good to go.
  • Question
    How do I update the software?
    R2_d2000
    R2_d2000
    Top Answerer
    This wikiHow article should be able to help you.
  • Question
    I have forgotten my Linksys password. Where can I find it?
    R2_d2000
    R2_d2000
    Top Answerer
    If you changed it, then you will need to reset it to change it back to the factory defaults.

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References

  1. ↑ https://www.linksys.com/us/support-article?articleNum=139791

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Article SummaryX

1.Connect your computer to the network.
2. Go to http://192.168.1.1
3. Enter your username.
4. Enter your password.
5. Click Log In.

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