How To Connect To Linksys Router?

Did you get your hands on the Linksys router? If yes, then the first question that would be crossing your mind right now would be “How to connect to the Linksys router”. If the scenario is such then you have found the right blog post. In this post we’ll be sharing the complete guidance for Linksys router setup. From setup requirements, setup process to resetting of the router, everything will be covered. So without deferment, let’s get to the point one by one. 

Setup Essentials 

For setting up a Linksys router you do not require too many components, just a few basic things will keep you sorted. First up is the most crucial component which is the Linksys router. Thereafter you need a modem with an active internet plan. Next up, an Ethernet wire. Access to a well working web browser as well as an electrical socket is a must. Then you also need a smart device which can be your laptop, iPad, computer system as well as the smartphone. Lastly, you require default information which is written in the router’s user manual. Now when you fetch all these things, you can follow the steps for how to connect to Linksys router. 

Connecting Steps

First of all you have to locate the right place for the placement of the Linksys router. Ideally, you must keep the router in an open space which is well ventilated and forms the center of your abode. Do not try to hide the router behind any object or into a box. Neither keep it closer to electrical and metal objects. For best connectivity experience always choose to place the router on an elevated spot like a wooden shelf, table top or you can try mounting it on the wall. Now here’s the quick answer to how to connect to Linksys router.

• Take the ethernet wire. Slip its one side into the modem and the other one into the Linksys router. 
• Now grab the router’s power adapter. Pair it with the router’s power port and then attach it to the wall socket. Turn on the power. Ensure that the modem is also active. 
• Do not rush to the next setup step, until you see the power indicator turning stable. 
• Herein take a cellphone or your laptop. Pair it with the router either using the default credentials that are written on the router’s product label or pair using ethernet wire. 
• Once the connection establishes, open firefox or any browser like chrome, internet explorer and safari for that matter. 
• Go to its URL field. Many users go to the search bar, so do not make this mistake. Now in the URL blank type 192.168.1.1 and push the enter key. You can also type http://myrouter.local.
• Read the terms of use, agree to it. Now the authentication page will pop out asking you to give in the passkey. It is “admin”. Now tap on Login to access the main setup panel and follow the on-screen setup instructions. 

Resetting Of Linksys Router

If by any chance you tried setting up the Linksys router and the outcome was also successful but you now need to revert all the changes that you made or you do not remember the login passkey or there is some major technical glitch, then resetting is what you have to do. To reset the Linksys router, power it on. Locate the reset port. Take a paperclip. Insert it into the reset port. Push and hold the reset key for a few moments till the power light starts flickering and then releases it. Let the power indicator turn steady again and now follow the above written guidance for how to connect to Linksys router. 

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