GL.iNet Opal (GL-SFT1200)

How to Factory Reset the GL.iNet Opal (GL-SFT1200) Wi-Fi Wireless Router

1. Ensure your router is powered on.
2. Locate the reset button on your GL-SFT1200 Opal router.
3. Press and hold the reset button for at least 10 seconds.
4. Release the button when the power LED begins to flash.
5. Wait 2-3 minutes until your router has fully reset and restarted.
6. You can now reconfigure your router by connecting to its default Wi-Fi network and accessing the admin panel.

NOTE: If the factory (also known as hard) reset button on your GL.iNet Opal is recessed, try using an object such as the tip of a paper clip to press it.

This is often the best way to press the reset button on GL.iNet routers.

GL.iNet Opal (GL-SFT1200) Default Login Credentials

After performing a factory reset, your GL.iNet Opal will be restored to its default settings. Use the following information to access the router’s admin panel:

• Default IP Address: 192.168.8.1
• Default Username: root (for LuCI) / none for admin panel
• Default Password: Set by user during first-time setup

Open a web browser and navigate to 192.168.8.1 to access the GL.iNet Opal admin panel. After a factory reset, you will be prompted to create a new admin password during the initial setup wizard.

About the GL.iNet Opal (GL-SFT1200)

The GL.iNet Opal (GL-SFT1200) is a pocket-sized dual-band AC1200 wireless travel router designed for portability and affordability. It delivers combined wireless speeds up to 867 Mbps (5 GHz) + 300 Mbps (2.4 GHz) and features three Gigabit Ethernet ports. The Opal runs on OpenWrt and includes built-in support for OpenVPN and WireGuard VPN, Cloudflare DNS over TLS for encrypted DNS queries, and USB tethering for sharing a mobile internet connection. Its compact white design makes it ideal for small apartments, dorms, and travel.