Can’t Log on to my Belkin Router — How to Fix it?

Belkin router is a networking device that lets users connect to the internet via multiple Internet-integrated devices, access shared resources, connect wireless printers to the PC, and access namely file servers. The company is also known for the excellent customer service whereas users can avail necessarily help with the Belkin phone support number. In addition, the brand routers are available on both wireless and wired models, as well as both kinds of routers need a username and password to log on and access the control panel settings.

Router Settings
Belkin has mainly designed its routers to be configured with a standard web browser instead of depending on a propriety setup utility. Therefore, to get access to the router, firstly you need to open the browser like as Firefox, IE, Safari, or Google Chrome. It’s also necessary to have the Internet Protocol address of the router, commonly 192.168.1.1, to log into the router web page.

Causes You Can’t Log in
One of the most common causes for not being able to access is because of a password-protected router. In such a case, you can use the option to set a new password to get access to the router and configure them. If you are using the wireless router and you are trying to connect them wirelessly, then it is required to establish a wireless password, otherwise, you can’t log in. In order to get the complete troubleshooting guide, you can call on the Belkin customer care number to get the quick assistance of technicians.

Wireless Password
If you want to connect to the Belkin router wireless in the form of a mobile Wi-Fi device, enter the accurate wireless password. Several Windows and Mac computers and all smartphones let you save your password, thus when you enter them accurately you can choose to enable your system to remember them. If you have not set up the wireless security, you can access the administrator settings for the password.

Default Settings
If you have left the administrator password field blank during the router setup, you can easily access to the default settings for the Belkin router. However, if the settings have been adjusted since it was configured or if you forget the password, then you have to either got the new password or reset it to its original factory defaults. If you want to reset the router, push and hold the ‘Reset’ button for a couple of seconds using the paper clip or pen when the router is powered on.