how to reset verizon router

To reset a Verizon router to its factory default settings, follow these steps:

1. Locate the small reset button, usually on the back or bottom of the router.
2. Make sure the router is powered on.
3. Using a pointed tool like a paperclip or pin, press and hold the reset button for about 10 to 15 seconds until the router’s lights start blinking.
4. Release the button and wait for the router to automatically restart. This can take a few minutes.
5. Once restarted, the router will revert to default settings including the default Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password, which is typically printed on the router label.
6. Reconnect your devices to the default Wi-Fi network.
7. Optionally, access the router’s admin panel (usually at 192.168.1.1) with default credentials to reconfigure your settings as needed.

A soft reset is also possible by simply unplugging the router, waiting around 30 seconds, and plugging it back in, which restarts the router without erasing settings. A hard reset (factory reset) is recommended to resolve persistent connectivity or configuration issues but it erases all custom settings, so be prepared to set up the network again afterward.