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# R15-How to reset the router

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### Connect your device to the Wi-Fi of the R15 router.

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### Open a browser and type <http://R15-XXXX.local./> or <http://192.168.0.1> then press Enter

*\*XXXX Last 4 digit of the router’s mac address*
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### Enter your administrator password.

*If you have not changed the default password, check on the configuration card. Click Login.*

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### Go to Management > System Admin > System

i. Put your desired admin password in the Password box

ii. Click **Restore** Button

iii. Click OK

iv. Wait for the countdown

v. Restore to factory default successful

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<mark style="color:$danger;">Please note that restoring the settings to the factory defaults will erase all settings, including any rules you have created</mark>
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<h4 align="center">Reset Pin hole</h4>

1. Keep the router powered on
2. Insert a paperclip in the hole
3. Wait for the power LED turns orange (all other LEDs should be off)
4. Release to reset the router to default settings.

<figure><img src="/files/H3Yp5lJU5361j4ieqpnG" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

<mark style="color:$danger;">Please note that restoring the settings to the factory defaults will erase all settings, including any rules you have created</mark>