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How to Change Your WiFi Password – CenturyLink

  Creating a unique password is an important step in securing your home network. This article will show you two ways you can change your WiFi password: From the CenturyLink app (for some modem models) from your secure modem settings, which you can access on a computer or other connected device Note that you may also want to customize your network name (SSID) to make it easy to recognize.  Customers with the  Zyxel C3510XZ  modem, please follow the instructions to change Zyxel C3510XZ WiFi settings.  How to change your WiFi password in the CenturyLink app How to change your WiFi password in the modem settings Password tips If you are prompted to choose  64 bits  or  128 bits , follow these guidelines: 64 bits : Enter 10 characters* 128 bits : Enter 26 characters* * Characters can only contain letters between A-F and numbers between 0-9 with no spaces.  In  all other cases , your custom password...

How to Change WiFi Password on Virgin Media Router

  If you are a Virgin Media customer, you may want to know how to change your wifi password. It is a good idea to change your password regularly for security reasons. In this blog post, we will walk you through the process of changing your wifi password on a Virgin Media router. Note:  The instructions provided in this guide here are for the Virgin Media Hub 3, Hub 4, and Hub 5. If you have an older Super Hub router, the instructions will vary somewhat, although Virgin should be able to provide you with a router upgrade since those models are now obsolete. How to change your Virgin Media Wi-Fi password First, you will need to access the router settings. In normal router mode, you can access the Virgin Media router settings by: Typing  http://192.168.0.1  into your web browser Entering your Virgin Media router’s username and password when prompted Once you have entered the correct credentials, you will be taken to the Virgin Media Hub Manager. Your router usernam...

How do I change the wi-fi password on my BT Hub

  Your BT Hub’s wi-fi is protected by a password that stops anyone getting unauthorised access. You’ll find the password on your Hub’s settings card. Find out where to look for your wi-fi settings > We don’t recommend changing the password because the one we give you is already very secure. However if you’d still like to change it, click on the dropdown for your model of Hub. BT Smart Hub 2: You can change the wi-fi password via the My BT app. Begin by opening the My BT app and select Home Network. Next, select Settings, then select Network settings. Now select Change Wi-Fi password and enter the current Wi-Fi password. The final step is to simply enter and confirm the new Wi-Fi password. BT Smart Hub and Ultrafast Smart Hub: Begin by opening a new web browser on a device connected to your Hub and type 192.168.1.254 in the address bar to open the Hub manager. The next step is to click Advanced Settings, then Wireless. Now enter the admin password – unless this has prev...

What is my WiFi Network Name and Password On the Arris 2470 or 2472 Modem?

  Viewing Your Current Wireless Network Settings Begin by opening an Internet browser (Google Chrome, Firefox, etc.), in the address bar type, 192.168.0.1, and press enter. On the new screen enter the username and password: username:  admin password:  password Next, you are presented with the “System Basic Setup” page. Your  current WiFi network name  is displayed in the “Wireless Network Name (SSID)” field. Your  current WiFi network password  is displayed in the “Pre-Shared Key” field. Changing Your WiFi Network Name and Password To Change WiFi Network Name In both the Wireless 2.4 GHz and Wireless 5 GHz sections change the “Wireless Network Name (SSID)” field to the new network name. NOTE: Be sure to retain the “-5G” at the end of the Wireless 5GHz SSID field. To Change WiFi Network Password In both the Wireless 2.4 GHz and Wireless 5 GHz sections change the “Pre-Shared Key” field to the new network password. Click “Apply” to save the changes. IMPOR...

No Internet After Resetting Modem

  It’s absolutely frustrating when we get a problem after somebody tells us that a reset fixes almost everything. Well, imagine having no internet after resetting your modem. Certainly, this happened many times, and that’s the reason this post exists. If you still don’t have internet access after a reset, then there might be something you can do to fix it. So, this article reviews why there’s no internet after resetting a modem, how to fix it, and how to set up your modem properly. Still No Internet After Modem Reset The usual suspects behind your modem not providing internet access are a broken modem or a bad configuration. Still, it can be a problem with the device you’re using. Maybe your network card doesn’t work. The network adapter configuration might be wrong. Check if there’s any damage to the ethernet cable if you’re using one. Finally, it might be something regarding your ISP, meaning that there’s simply no internet at the moment. If your mod...

How to Reset an AT&T U-Verse Router or Modem

  Whether you’re troubleshooting or setting up a new network, factory resetting your router or modem is sometimes necessary. AT&T U-Verse users can reset their devices to factory default, as well. Resetting your device will erase data like your WiFi name and password. Be sure you’re ready to reset the device before proceeding. Locate the factory reset button Look for the factory reset button on your AT&T U-Verse device. The reset button is usually red in color and located on the back of the device. Hold the reset button To initiate the factory reset, press and hold the reset button for at least 20 seconds. When you release the button, the device will begin the factory reset. Wait for the reset to complete Allow some time for the reset to complete. After about 5 minutes, restart the AT&T U-Verse device. Your router should boot up with factory default settings. Source: https://howchoo.com/g/zdczn2uxymy/reset-att-u-verse-router-or-modem https://gospeedcheck.com/article/att...

How To Restart Your Xfinity Gateway

  Many common WiFi connectivity issues can be solved by restarting your Xfinity Gateway (our all-in-one WiFi modem and router). The process takes about 10 minutes, and you won’t lose your home network settings. If our system detects a problem that isn’t fixable using our online troubleshooting experience, we’ll offer the option to schedule an appointment with a technician. What Happens During a Restart During the restart process, you won’t be able to use your home network. If you have Xfinity Voice , you won’t be able to make or receive calls, including emergency 911 calls, from your home phone until your gateway is back online. If you have Xfinity Home, you will not have access to cameras and any connected home automation devices. Security sensors will not be affected. Note:  If restarting your Xfinity Gateway does not solve your connectivity issue, see Internet and WiFi Connection Troubleshooting for additional recommendations on improving your equipment’...