Netgear WNR1000
How to Factory Reset the Netgear WNR1000 Wi-Fi Wireless Router
- Make sure your Netgear WNR1000 is powered on.
- Locate the factory reset button on the back of the WNR1000 router.
- Using a paper clip or similar pointed object, press and hold the reset button for at least 7 seconds.
- Release the button and wait 2-3 minutes for the router to fully reboot.
- You can now reconfigure your WNR1000 using the default credentials below.
NOTE: If the factory (also known as hard) reset button on your Netgear WNR1000 is too small to push with your finger, try using an object such as the tip of a paper clip.
This is often the best way to press the reset button on Netgear routers.
Netgear WNR1000 Default Login Credentials
After performing a factory reset, your Netgear WNR1000 will be restored to its default settings. Use the following credentials to access the router’s admin panel:
- Default IP Address: 192.168.1.1
- Default Username: admin
- Default Password: password
Open a web browser and navigate to 192.168.1.1 or http://www.routerlogin.net to access the Netgear WNR1000 setup page.
About the Netgear WNR1000
The Netgear WNR1000 (N150) is a single-band Wireless-N router with speeds up to 150 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band. It features four 10/100 Ethernet LAN ports, one 10/100 WAN port, an integrated SPI firewall, and WPA/WPA2 wireless security. The WNR1000 is a compact, budget-friendly router with push-button WPS for easy wireless setup, making it suitable for basic internet use in small spaces.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Netgear |
|---|---|
| Model | WNR1000 |
| Wi-Fi Capable | Yes |
| Reset Capabilities | Factory Reset, Hard Reset, Soft Reset |