Netgear

Netgear WNDR3800

How to Factory Reset the Netgear WNDR3800 Wi-Fi Wireless Router

  1. Make sure your Netgear WNDR3800 is powered on.
  2. Locate the factory reset button on the back of the WNDR3800 router.
  3. Using a paper clip or similar pointed object, press and hold the reset button for at least 7 seconds.
  4. Release the button and wait 2-3 minutes for the router to fully reboot.
  5. You can now reconfigure your WNDR3800 using the default credentials below.

NOTE: If the factory (also known as hard) reset button on your Netgear WNDR3800 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 WNDR3800 Default Login Credentials

After performing a factory reset, your Netgear WNDR3800 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 WNDR3800 setup page.

About the Netgear WNDR3800

The Netgear WNDR3800 (N600) is a simultaneous dual-band Wireless-N router with combined speeds up to 600 Mbps (300 + 300 Mbps). It features a 680 MHz processor, five Gigabit Ethernet ports (one WAN + four LAN), one USB 2.0 port for shared storage or printer access, and supports ReadySHARE Cloud for remote file access. The WNDR3800 includes parental controls, guest network access, and is compatible with the Netgear Genie app for easy management.

Specifications

Manufacturer Netgear
Model WNDR3800
Wi-Fi Capable Yes
Reset Capabilities Factory Reset, Hard Reset, Soft Reset