Factory Reset Asus Router

  



  1. Factory Reset Asus Router Rt-ac86u
  2. Factory Reset Asus Router Rt-ac3100
  3. Factory Reset Asus Router Rt-ac3100
  4. Factory Reset Asus Router Ac3100

First, open your Asus Router App and tap on the Enable WiFi button. The app will then find your nearby Asus router and display it on your screen. Choose the connection that’s displayed as ASUS. Once that is done, you will need to enter required information in the blank fields. To perform a factory reset: Verify that your router’s Power light is on. On the back of your router, locate the Restore Factory Settings or Reset button. Use a paper clip or similar object to press and hold the Restore Factory Settings or Reset button for seven seconds.

Asus’ home network products are fairly decent and powerful though they’re poorly documented. One area where the documentation was completely missing was how to reset one of their Wi-Fi range-extenders/repeaters.

Unlike many other tech products and certainly most consumer network products, it’s not enough to power the device off and hold the Reset button while powering it on.

The first problem you are likely to encounter is a configuration lockout: After a while, the repeater may disable the administration interface and the Reset button. You can power it off and on again to get it back in normal operating mode.

You must also disconnect both the 3,5 mm audio jack cable and any Ethernet cables you’ve got connected. The device won’t go into recovery mode if there’s a connected audio cable. It will enter recovery mode with an Ethernet cable connected.

However, if there’s another DHCP server on the network (from your other router or modem), the range-extender will not turn on its own DHCP server. In this situation, you may not be able to reach the administration interface to set it up again.

The undocumented reset instructions should be the following:

Start by unplugging all cables and the repeater itself. Put the repeater back in the wall-socket and wait one minute. Don’t plug any of the cables back in until you’ve reconfigured the repeater to your liking.

Press a pin or toothpick into the hole above the power switch where the Reset button sits. Keep pressing it for 30 seconds. Don’t release the button until all the lights on the repeater has stopped flashing.

The extender is now resetting to factory settings. If you start or stop pressing too soon, the repeater may merely reboot and not reset. Connect to its Wi-Fi network (it should be named something like ASUS_RPAC52 depending on your exact model) and open http://192.168.1.1/ in your web browser.

The link will only work after you’ve connected to the repeater’s own network. This process also resets the login password to the ASUS administration interface.

This method was verified using an RP-AC52 as shown above. However, the firmware and hardware is nearly identical and should work on the RP-N53, RP-N14, and the RP-AC56 and RP-N12.

None of this is documented on Asus’ support website nor in the manual for the range repeater. After talking to their support staff via chat, it became clear that they didn’t know how to reset their product either. They suggested that I try holding the Reset button for just ten seconds or pressing it while powering the repeater on. This method definitely doesn’t work with this repeater.

Wi-Fi CellSpot Routers are discontinued and are no longer available for purcase. If you want help with Wi-Fi CellSpot Router setup or connection issues, we have you covered.

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Set up a Wi-Fi CellSpot Router

Get to know your router

T-Mobile's Wi-Fi CellSpot Router improves the Wi-Fi signal in your home. The router lets you use Wi-Fi Calling for calls at home, instead of the cellular network. Calls are prioritized over other Wi-Fi data for best call quality.

It doesn't boost wireless network signal, but it does provide:

  • 3,000+ sq. ft of Wi-Fi for placing calls at home.
  • 2.4 & 5 GHz bands
  • IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
  • IPv4 & IPv6
  • Security: WEP, WPA-PSK/ENTERPRISE, WPA2-PSK/ENTERPRISE, WPS


Internet requirements

You need internet with reliable high-speeds to support Wi-Fi Calling. Try a speed test when connected to your home internet to check for:

  • 2 Mbps upload speed
  • 2 Mbps download speed

Set up your router

Setup video (English)

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Start guides (Printable)

Click to download the Wi-Fi CellSpot Router Setup guide and User manual.

Start guide or user manual not opening? Install the free Adobe PDF viewer on your computer, Android, or Apple iOS device.

Connect your phone to the router

  1. On your phone, turn on Wi-Fi. (If you need steps, find your phone on the Devices page.)
  2. Select one of the T-Mobile Wi-Fi networks:
    • CellSpot_2.4GHz_[4-digit ID]
    • CellSpot_5GHz_[4-digit ID]
    • (If the network name was changed, select the new network name instead.)
  3. Enter the password on the white sticker on the back of your router.
  4. Update the network name and password on your computers, tablets, etc.

Change network name (SSID) or password

  1. Make sure your computer or phone is connected to the router.
  2. Enter either URL in the web browser:
    • http://cellspot.router (phones use this link)
  3. Log in to the configuration page using your login name and password.
    • The default router login is name (admin) and password (password).
    • If you set up your own password and have forgotten it, reset the router.
  4. See the SSID and password steps below to update.

Network name (SSID)

Factory Reset Asus Router Rt-ac86u

  1. From the General tab, select the CellSpot_5GHz_[4-digit ID] and change its name.
  2. Update the WPA Pre-Shared Key to your previous network password.
  3. Click Apply.
  4. Reconnect your devices to the Wi-Fi network.
  5. Use the 2.4GHz band if connecting existing devices (printers, cameras, etc.).

Password

  1. On the Network Admin page, go to the System Status section of the Network Map.
  2. Click the 2.4GHz tab.
    • In the Authentication Method drop-down, click WPA2-Personal.
    • In the WPA-PSK key field, enter a password that is at least eight characters.
  3. Click the 5GHz tab.
    • In the Authentication Method drop-down, clickWPA2-Personal.
    • In the WPA-PSK key field, enter a password that is at least eight characters. You can use the same password you entered in step 4.
  4. Click Apply, and the router restarts.
  5. Once restarted, reconnect using your new password. If you lose this password, the router must be reset to its default settings

Reset router

Restart router & modem

Restart the modem and router before performing a full reset. This can fix minor problems, and also check for and install firmware updates.

  1. Unplug your modem.
  2. Unplug your router.
  3. Turn off your computers.
  4. Plug in the modem, and wait for two minutes.
  5. Plug in the router, and wait for two minutes.
  6. Turn the computers on.

Reset the router

  1. Press and hold the Reset button on the back of the router for eight seconds.
  2. Release the Reset button.
  3. The router is now reset to the factory default settings.

Default router settings

Resetting the router restores it to its default settings, which are listed below.

Factory Reset Asus Router Rt-ac3100

  • User Name: admin
  • Password: password
  • Enable DHCP: Yes (if WAN cable is plugged in)
  • IP address: 192.168.29.1
  • Domain Name: (Blank)
  • Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
  • DNS Server 1: 192.168.29.1
  • DNS Server 2: (Blank)
  • SSID (2.4GHz): CellSpot_2.4GHz_(four digit MAC ID)
  • SSID (5GHz): CellSpot_5GHz_(four digit MAC ID)
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If your previous network name is different than the defaults, update your existing device network settings.

Troubleshoot issues with your Wi-Fi CellSpot Router

Router has no lights
  1. Make sure all cables are connected to the right place, and plugged in completely.
  2. Plug the router into another power outlet to test it.
  3. Make sure the router is set up properly. For steps, see router setup above.
Forgot router admin username or password

If you forgot your username or password, follow reset the router above.

Can't access router admin pages

If you can't access the router admin, follow these steps.

  1. Make sure your computer or phone is connected to the router.
  2. On the computer, enter either address in the address bar and open the page:
    • http://cellspot.router (phones use this link)
  3. Log in to the configuration page using your login name and password. The default router login is name (admin) and password (password).
    • If this is the first time accessing, you are prompted to change the password. Note your new router admin username and password to use it later. Passwords cannot be recovered.
    • If the password is lost, follow reset the router above.
  4. If you're still unable to access the admin pages, contact us.
Can't connect phone to router
  1. Turn off the phone.
  2. Wait five seconds, then turn on the phone.
  3. Try to connect your phone to the router.
  4. If that didn't work, follow reset the router above. Then try reconnecting.
  5. Use another phone or computer to see if other devices can connect (or are connected) to the network.
  6. If other devices can connect, the router is ok. The problem is with device that wont connect. Check its settings and user manual.
  7. If no phones or computers can connect, contact us.
Can't connect to Internet
  1. Make sure that:
    • Router and modem are plugged in.
    • WAN and LAN lights are illuminated.
    • Computer or connected device is connected to the correct network.
    • Network is set up properly. For steps, follow router setup above.
  2. Turn off the connecting device, and turn it back on.
  3. Try to access the Internet.
  4. If you are still having this issue, contact us.
Slow internet
  1. Verify the following:
    • Is the blue indicator light (looks like a globe, fifth from the right) illuminated?
      • Yes: You are receiving an Internet connection from your modem.
      • No: The router is not setup correctly. See router setup above.
    • Are there blue lights above 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz on the front of the router?
      • Yes: The router is broadcasting wireless signal.
      • No: Wi-Fi is off. Press the Wi-Fi on/off button on the right side of the router to turn it on.
  2. If the answer to both questions above is yes, your router is set up correctly. (If not, reset the modem and router above.)
  3. Load a web page and see if your speed has improved.
    • Internet speeds are determined by your Internet provider (ISP). T-Mobile isn't providing the service.
    • Contact your Internet provider (ISP) to report slow Internet, if problems continue.

Factory Reset Asus Router Rt-ac3100

No wireless network available / not broadcasting Wi-Fi

Determine if network is set up properly and wireless signal is broadcasting from Wi-Fi CellSpot Router:

Factory Reset Asus Router Ac3100

  1. Make sure the router is turned on. The Power button on the back of the router must be pressed in.
  2. Are any of the router lights illuminated?
    • Yes: Skip to step 5.
    • No: Move to the next step.
  3. If no lights are on, press the LED on/off buttonon the back of the router, and wait five seconds.
  4. Is the blue indicator light (looks like a globe, fifth from the right) illuminated?
    • Yes: Move to the next step.
    • No: Follow router setup above.
  5. Are the blue lights illuminated above the 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz icons?
    • Yes: The router is broadcasting wireless signal. Follow connect your phone to the router above.
    • No: Wi-Fi is turned off. Press the Wi-fi on/off buttonon the side of the router to turn on Wi-Fi.
  6. If you are still unable to locate your wireless network using a T-Mobile phone, contact us.