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How can I reset my WPA password for my wireless router

Anonymous
2010-10-08T19:52:11+00:00

I am trying to add a wireless printer and it's asking for my passcode how do I go in and reset my passcode I can remember what the old one was just now how it was typed in

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  1. Anonymous
    2010-10-09T09:32:36+00:00

    Hi,

    1. Open your web browser. In the address bar, type http://192.168.1.1 and hit enter. This is the default IP address of many wireless routers. If this does not load a web page, consult your router manual for the configuration IP address.

    2)On the screen that appears, you will be prompted to enter your username and password. If you do not know your user name and password, try the default user name and password for your router. The most common default user name is "admin," and the password is often blank. If this doesn't work, try the user name "admin" and the password "password." If every combination you try fails, consult the manual for your router to find the defaults.

    3)

    If you are unable to log in or locate your router's user name and password, reset the router. To do this, locate the small hole in the back or bottom of your router. Stick a pin or sharp object inside the hole to press the reset button. Keep this button pressed for about 15 seconds. After the router reboots, the default factory settings should be in place. Repeat step two to find the defaults and login.

    1. In your router's settings, look for a "security" or "wireless security" tab. Open this tab, and the WPA key should be displayed.

    Hope this helps.

    Regards,

    Savan – Microsoft Support.

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  1. Anonymous
    2017-11-19T11:17:00+00:00

    how can I reset the password of my Wi-Fi?

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  2. Anonymous
    2015-05-25T18:48:57+00:00

    Very helpful

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  3. Anonymous
    2010-10-12T19:14:48+00:00

    This thread contains an unconfirmed solution by the original poster and has been left unanswered. Microsoft Support will no longer attempt to contact the original poster.


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  4. Anonymous
    2010-10-11T20:21:45+00:00

    Hi Greg Benton,

    Thanks for posting your question on the Microsoft Answers website!

    Savan has since responded with a post that should work for the issue you posted. If possible, could you return to this thread and mark the correct post as the answer by clicking the “Mark as Answer” button at the bottom of the post? Otherwise, please return and give additional details about what didn’t work so the community can help you further troubleshoot.


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