Belkin is one of the most preferable and widely-used routers in the tech-world. With increasing demands, it has extended its products and service range and has acquired Linksys under its umbrella. This article will guide you through the steps to access Belkin Router and login securely. We will also disclose the ways to reset Belkin Router. All you need to get started with this are a Belkin Wireless Router, Smartphone/tablet/computer, or access to your computer.

How can I access my Belkin Router?

  • If you want to access Belkin Router, make sure you have built the connection using the network cable or with the help of Wi-Fi. If you haven’t connected the device, you would not be able to access it.
  • Now, launch the web browser on your device and type the Belkin default IP address in the URL bar. The default IP address for Belkin is 192.168.2.1.
  • Now, you are required to enter the Belkin Router login details
  • If the default settings have not been changed then you are not required to enter anything. Leave the username and password field blank. However, if the settings have been changed, you will be asked to enter the updated credentials
  • That’s it! Now, you will be able to access the Belkin Router easily.

How to fix the issue if you can’t access the Belkin Router?

There are times when even after trying the above-given steps; the users are unable to access the Belkin Router. If you are also stuck in similar kind of situation, make sure that you have followed the guidelines that we have enlisted here:

  1. The first thing that you need to check is the Ethernet cable connection. Make sure that the connection is proper, and is tight and secured.
  2. You can also try to use an alternate Ethernet Cable. Or, you can also try to build a wireless connection with the router
  3. You should also check if the IP address of the computer is within the supporting range of the router.
  4. You should check that no two devices are using the same IP address. If you find it, turn off the other device for the time being.
  5. Make sure that the login credentials are accurate
  6. In case, if you have forgotten the password, try to reset it as soon as possible
  7. Reset the Belkin Router to its default settings

How to login to a Belkin Router?

  • Try out the below-listed Belkin Router login steps:
  • At first, you need to connect the router to the device wireless or with wire
  • Now, open the web browser on your system (phone/ computer)
  • Enter the default IP address of the router, which is 192.168.2.1
  • You will be directed to the login page
  • Here, you will be asked to enter the login username and password
  • If the default settings are unchanged, then make sure that you have left the username and password field as blank
  • Now, you need to click on the “Submit” button

How to Reset a Belkin Router to its Default Settings? (Factory Reset Belkin Router)

Belkin Router gives you an option to reset it completely in order to eliminate the issues associated with the current settings. However, you need to know that if you reset a Belkin Router, it will remove all the current settings and return to its default state.

  • You can perform a manual reset. For that, you need to click on the Reset button available at the back of the router. Press and hold the button for at least 10 seconds. It will take a minute for the router to complete the resetting. Now, your router will return back to its default state.
  • Open the Belkin Router Setup Utility Page by connecting the router to network capable device, be it through wires or wirelessly, and then by entering the IP Address in the URL bar. In the setup utility page, you will find the option for “Restore Factory Settings,” make sure that you have clicked on the same. This will help you to reset a Belkin Router hassle-freely.

How to change default password of Belkin Router?

You can simply setup a new password after login. To setup new password or to change default password of Belkin Router, you need to:

  • Go to System Settings
  • Go to Utilities
  • Type in current password
  • Then, enter the new password
  • Re-enter the new password to verify and confirm
  • Save the changes
  • Log in to the account using the new password of Belkin Router

Changing the default password of a Belkin Router is important for security purpose as well. So, we would recommend you to immediately reset its password.

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