TP-Link

TP-Link Archer AX21

How to Factory Reset the TP-Link Archer AX21 Wi-Fi Wireless Router

  1. Unplug your router.
  2. Find the location of the factory reset button on your Archer AX21 router.
  3. Plug in your Archer AX21 to power it on.
  4. Press and hold in the reset button for 10 seconds.
  5. Wait 2-3 minutes until your router has fully reset and restarted.
  6. You can now reconfigure your router using the default credentials.

NOTE: If the factory (also known as hard) reset button on your TP-Link Archer AX21 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 TP-Link routers.

TP-Link Archer AX21 Default Login Credentials

After performing a factory reset, your TP-Link Archer AX21 will be restored to its default settings. Use the following credentials to access the router’s admin panel:

  • Default IP Address: 192.168.0.1
  • Default Username: admin
  • Default Password: admin

Open a web browser and navigate to 192.168.0.1 or http://tplinkwifi.net to access the TP-Link Archer AX21 setup wizard.

About the TP-Link Archer AX21

The TP-Link Archer AX21 is a dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) wireless router with combined speeds up to 1800 Mbps. It features a 1.0 GHz dual-core processor, four fixed external antennas with beamforming, and four Gigabit LAN ports. The Archer AX21 supports OFDMA and MU-MIMO technology, is compatible with TP-Link OneMesh for seamless whole-home coverage, and includes TP-Link HomeShield for basic network security and parental controls.

Specifications

Manufacturer TP-Link
Model Archer AX21
Wi-Fi Capable Yes
Reset Capabilities Factory Reset, Hard Reset, Soft Reset