Changing your passwords regularly is often recommended by information security experts. This prevents any intrusions to your private accounts and network. You can manage information effectively and secure it from any misuse. When we come to a Linksys range extender, there are two passwords associated with it- the network password and the device password. Whether it’s a regular password change exercise or you suspect that the security of your router has been compromised, you can always change the password and strengthen it. If you are looking for help with the Linksys extender password change process, this blog is a must-read. You will learn how to change Linksys extender password easily.
Linksys extender default password
In order to access the device settings page online, you’ll need the default password details. These can be found either on the product label of the device or the user manual. Different extender models can have different details, therefore, it is always prudent to check the same for correct details. For reference, here are some details you can proceed with:
Username: admin
Password: ‘admin’/ ‘1234’/ ‘password,’ or you can keep the password field blank and click on the Login button directly.
Changing Linksys extender password details
Admin Password
The admin password details can be changed from the device administration window. To access the same, you can log in to the Linksys extender setup wizard and edit the details. Here are some steps you can follow:
- Open any web browser on your computer/Smartphone and type there the default web address “https://extender.linksys.com” in the web address bar. The IP address 192.168.1.1 can also be used instead. Press “Enter” key and you’ll be redirected to the Linksys extender login page.
Case 1: Initial Setup
- Type the username and password as mentioned on the product label of the device and then click on the Login button.
- Follow the screen instructions till you reach the Device Administration window and edit the respective fields.
- Once done, click on the ‘Next’ button. Complete the on-screen instructions to get done the setup process.
Case 2: Consecutive Attempt
- Login to the Linksys extender setup wizard using the existing username and the password details.
- When on the device settings wizard, navigate to the device administration window.
- Click on the ‘Pencil’ (edit) icon next to the respective fields and edit the details you wish to.
- Next, click on the ‘Save Changes’ button so the same can take effect.
- Now, you will log out of the settings wizard now. Login to the settings wizard using the fresh admin credentials.
Unable to change Admin Password/Lost Admin Password
If you don’t have the admin password for your Linksys extender device, you won’t have the access to the settings wizard anymore. In such a case, the only way you can gain back access is to reset the Linksys extender to default factory settings. the given steps you can follow:
- Look for the RESET button on the rear panel of the extender.
- Press and hold the button for about 5-6 seconds or until the LEDs on the front panel begin to flash altogether.
- When they do, let loose the RESET button and let the extender to reboot. Once the device is back up and running, follow the extender setup process to reconfigure the network settings and use the internet seamlessly.
Changing Linksys Extender Network Password
Whether you have lost the extender network password or wish to change it voluntarily, here are some steps you can follow to change the same:
- Login to your Linksys extender setup wizard.
- Head to the Internet section and click on the Pencil icon/Edit button next to the network password field of the Network band you wish to change the password for.
- Edit the password details and after that, click on the Save Changes button.
- Once the network password is changed, you’ll need to reconnect all your previously connected devices to the extender network using the new one.